[stifler]

Goodmorning,
This is my first post and have come here in hops of receiving some solid advice on which system to get. First tings first some background info - so that you can understand my needs. I have recently purchased a plasma screen which I am planning to compliment with glorious sound. The surround receiver will be connected to my satellite dish, PS3, 360 using 2 optical connectors for the consoles and RCA cables for the dish. The setup will be used for Blue-ray, gaming and DVDs

Based on my research I have narrowed down my selection to two possible systems:

• Sony Home Cinema DVD System DAV-DZ830W
• Sony Home Cinema System HT-DDWG800

As the 830W costs 450 euro more than the second option would the investment be worth the money? As in will I get good quality HD sound from above systems and which would you recommend.

Thanks in advance

 

[stifler]

mmm lets say max budget 1000 euro is it possible to build a decent DIY system? Id rather spend a bit more and get good value for money then go cheep and regret it. Also anyone know of some good online retailers that ship worldwide as amazon doesnt ship to my country large parcels unfortunately.

 

[stifler]

buget is expandable up to 1500 euro

 

[stifler]

I decided to go the custom build way, now im at a dilemma as to which receiver to get I was considering the Onkyo TX-SR576 which is priced at 350 euro which sounds reasonable to me. Am I right in the assumption that I do not need a receiver to decode HD signals as the PS3 can output the sound in linear PCM ? Or must I invest in a HD decoder? Is the extar price for the HD worth it ? sorry im new to surround

 

[stifler]

What o you guys think of the bose Acoustimass 6 speakers (5.1) for now then extended to 7.1 later

 

[stifler]

Just read the bose reviews on this site anyone have any suggestion for better speakers

 

[stifler]

opinions on denon SYS-76HT speakers to compliment AV reciever

 

[stifler]

Il phone a couple of retailers in the morning and post the outcome.

 

[stifler]

Im from Malta within the EU, what retailer sells the above speakers?

 

[stifler]

Is placing the center speaker behind the TV a issue with surround systems as the way the room is furnished this is the only option (it cant rest on the TV) as its a plasma hence paper thin in construction

 

[stifler]

Hi guys, thanks for all the posts. I have narrowed down my A/V choice to a TX-SR806 or 876 box as I have read that the 806 has some serious issues with 1080p direct feed (blue pixles etc) can someone confirm that the 876 is free of such issues and can pass a 1080p signal untouched?

 

[stifler]

Anyone ever used the Mission M cube 5.1 speakers as my friend recommended them due to there small size, any opinions?

 

[stifler]

I ended up getting the NR906 A/V receiver. can someone suggest some killer speakers to do this bad boy some justice? - I was thinking the M cubes sound nice

 

[stifler]

What type of connectors (speaker wire termination) does this receiver support as I want to order some quality cable from monster

 

[stifler]

Noted, any info re speakers / termination of cable

 

[stifler]

I totally see your point Eric D, I have decided to wait a month before buying the speakers and read up a bit. Can someone suggest some good brands / reading material?

 

[stifler]

The thing that worries me is that the room I currently have available for HT is my bedroom - student hehe, hence I am looking for some speakers that can compensate for certain obstructions ( the sound sweet spot has direct line of site of all "documented" ideal speaker positions. Based on this info should I go for specific on wall speakers or normal bookshelf speakers. I want good sound without having to build a new room, tho this is planed there is a 3 year difference hehe. Please avice, sorry for my ignorance on the matter but your advice has been a great help.

 

[stifler]

Are the MISSION MV 4 any good? I was going to use them as my centers / rears
Still deciding on mains / sub / center thow

 

[stifler]

The issue is I must buy online since locally anything A/V related is HIGHLY overpriced. I was planing to use HTFR since I have heard only good reviews about the quality of the products they sell. I will use the system for gaming / movies / TECHNO yes i love electronic music / classical music (I guess opposites do attract).

The mission speakers seam reasonably priced for center / rear satellites. What o you guys think