I've narrowed my choice for my first AVR to these 3, and I can still buy them new within my price range. Yamaha RX-A740 Denon AVR-X2100 Marantz NR1605 They all have what I need - basic processing, wi-fi, room correction and a reputation for good sound. My front three speakers...

Hi, I’m planning to build an active 3-way speaker system and would be grateful for your views on choices of a good midrange speaker unit. I know there are really good units by Seas, Scanspeak and of course the famous ATC SM75-150, etc. However, I’ve come across a fairly new midrange unit from...

Question. What are the choices that I have with passive radiators and a tc sounds lms ultra 5400? I would like to use 2 but the price for tc sounds passive radiators are very expensive. I was looking at psi car audio and the usable xmax is 3.5 in. Would 2 be close to over excursion if used...

I'm in the market for a 60" HDTV which will be placed in a bright lake-side room with large picture windows that have no blinds/curtains. Typically, in bright rooms, I would lean towards the LED-LCD type. However, I also have need for off-axis flexibility as this TV will sit kitty-corner in...

Hello fellow shacksters! I am in the process of finishing my basement. The jewel to me, is the 20 x 21 home theater room. I need your help picking out the right plasma/LED television. The field has been narrowed down to three contenders: Panasonic TCP65VT60 Sony KDL-65W850A Sharp Aquos 70"...

:ponder: Just downloaded the REW software....I do have the original RShack SPL meter. But I also Have the Calibrated Mic That came with This KRK system called The ERGO. I do See an Improvement in Audio Mixes using the ERGO. but I also Want to use the REW software to See what's going on now. I...

I jumped the gun and started buying equipment for my dedicated basement theater room. The technical info about projectors and screens makes my head spin. Hopefully by giving my room size and my projector and screen info someone can tell me if they are compatible and make any recommendations...

HI all, I am having a bit of a dilemma. I have just returned my two Dali Zensor E-12F subs as they had a rattle on both. I have a budget of £800 in total or there abouts. I originally thought about 4 of the SI 18's shipped to the UK but I think this will be way out of my budget (still waiting...

Hello all. I have been searching for months now trying to find the best driver for the money that I can. I have made another post about Dayton subs. The dayton titanic looked like it would be it. Built a sub using one and I really didn't like the sound of it. Coulda been the fact that the box...

Hello all, I am new here and looking for some options for a screen. First a little bit about what I have and what I watch Am using an Epson 8350 onto a DIY screen (sprayed N8 grey with 25% satin poly added) Wall around the screen is dark but remaining walls and ceiling are very light. Floor is...

Hi: I purchased a Behringer 1124p with the idea of using it as a low pass filter. However, it appears that it can't actually cut out frequencies, so much as attenuate the volume level. My circumstance is this: I have an Onkyo 885(b) that does very nicely as a low pass filter to the subs. Bass...

I am currently looking for 5.1 or 5.2 speaker set up for my HT I am building in basement. Room is 15 x 18 with the rear of room open to bar area. I have been considering the Elemental Designs Cinema (6) series 5.2 package or the SVS SCS-02 5.1 set up - both are around $1950 shipped. I recently...

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Hey, I haven't had a video game since the 1980's, and now that I've got a real a/v system, I'm enticed to pick up a PS3 to play with the Mrs. I may look locally for a used PS3 and was wondering if there are any models/versions I should look for (or look away from). Also, are there any...

I am in the market for a new receiver for my HT.. now I'm very undecided and need some advice ..I currently am using a HK avr630 and I am looking to upgrade. I like all the features but have been plagued by quality issues and would like to try another brand...I would like to consider some Martin...

I am planning a "family room" home theater setup, meaning it will function as a family gathering room not a dedicated audio listening room. With that in mind I would like what a good near wall or hung from wall option would be for a full range speaker set. The room is roughly 16'x21' with...

It's unfortunate that the vast percentage of Americans either are too lazy since it involves some research and setup time, or just aren't aware of the fact there are other alternatives to paying a cable company month after month to 'rent' their DVR. All you are doing is stuffing their pockets...