Recommendation please for odd room size...

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rcole58

Discussion Starter · Jan 27, 2012 (Edited)

I want to buy a system for my apt,it`s 24' long 12' wide with 8' ceiling...It is a living room kitchen combo....Carpeting in living room part linoleum in kitchen...HDTV is in the end wall living room facing the kitchen side opposite wall is cupboards,sink and fridge...I want to buy used around $500 to $600...Thanks for your time

I just want to add...I want good sound for TV(movies),gaming and music...All which I spend time equally

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Jungle Jack

· #3 · Jan 28, 2012

rcole58 said:
I want to buy a system for my apt,it`s 24' long 12' wide with 8' ceiling...It is a living room kitchen combo....Carpeting in living room part linoleum in kitchen...HDTV is in the end wall living room facing the kitchen side opposite wall is cupboards,sink and fridge...I want to buy used around $500 to $600...Thanks for your time

I just want to add...I want good sound for TV(movies),gaming and music...All which I spend time equally

Hello,
I would recommend checking out Audiogon and clicking the Search Button and the More Options where you can Search by Zip Code. Also, Craigslist sometimes has some really good products. And, depending on where you live, some Pawn Shops actually have some diamonds in the rough.

If going the used path, please just let us know what products you have found and we can discuss them. When I have the time, I will try to put together a Package featuring new gear at huge savings.
Cheers,
JJ

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Jungle Jack

· #4 · Jan 28, 2012

Hello,
Here is my first super budget HT.
2 Pairs Infinity Primus P153BK Bookshelf Speakers ($200 MSRP per Pair) for $99 per Pair: http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16882428088
Infinity Primus are truly excellent sounding Speakers and great values. Would work well for Front and Surrounds.
Infinity Primus P251 Center Channel ($200 MSRP) for $125 after Shipping: http://www.buy.com/pr/product.aspx?sku=217612346&sellerid=16065700
Polk Audio PSW10 Subwoofer ($250 MSRP) for $119: http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16882290034
Onkyo TX-NR609 ($599 MSRP) for $319: http://www.accessories4less.com/mak...Channel-3-D-Ready-Network-A/V-Receiver/1.html

So the total would be $761, but that is with Shipping figured in. This is all very high quality gear from Authorized Dealers so you would have a Warranty on everything. I wish you had a bit more to spend as Newegg is selling the $1000 Klipsch Reference RW-12d for $319. However, this was the closest I could come to meeting your budget while still using quality gear. The Polk Subwoofer is the item I am least enthusiastic about, but it is still a quality product.
Cheers,
JJ

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Jungle Jack

· #10 · Jan 30, 2012

Hello,
It is what we are here for and speaking for myself, my pleasure. I think almost all of us would advocate purchasing the highest possible Components and doing over time if need be. That being said, there are situations when a Member has a defined amount of money that they are going to spend and it is now or never. In these instances, I do my best to put together the best possible complete systems.

While I am a really big fan of the Infinity Primus Series Speakers, the Polk Subwoofer is certainly not a favorite. Still leagues better than a HTIB Subwoofer, but nothing special. That is great that you are going to spread it out over time.
Cheers,
JJ

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Jungle Jack

· #12 · Jan 31, 2012

rcole58 said:
Hey guys,anything here worth it...Pioneer VSK-818v receiver $150...Polk sub PSW-250 $75...Jensen speakers JHS 1533 $50...Bose Acoustimass 6 speakers $295...2 Definitive pro monitor surround speakers and 1 Procenter 1000 center $350...Last one...2 Bose 501 V towers,2 MTS towers speakers with sub Kenwood 1070vr receiver JBL center,KHL bookshelf $550

Hello,
I really do not see anything there to seize upon. I linked to you a brand new Polk Subwoofer that costs about $40 more. As for Bose, read this article. http://www.intellexual.net/bose.html
Kenwood has been out of business for years, etc...
Cheers,
JJ

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Jungle Jack

· #16 · Feb 18, 2012

Hello,
It will be next to impossible yo find anything that betters what you are proposing. If possible, I would consider trying to find the Onkyo TX-NR609 heavily discounted as the difference in power between it and the Pioneer is utterly huge. In addition, the 609 is a Networked AVR that in many ways offers the power and features of a $1000 AVR for around $300 if purchased at Accessories4less. If you cannot find the funds to do so, I totally understand. It is just I would feel remiss not to point out just how much better the Speakers would sound with the greatly added power.
J

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