Home Theater Surround

Home Theater Surround

Home Theater Surround

Hi I want to buy home theater surround sound speakers. If there is anything I should know?

Hi, I was thinking of purchasing home theater surround sound speakers at BestBuy. I'm just thinking of spending $ 600 or less and maybe Bose is a good choice. Ok, is there anything I should know before buying one? Such as security, HDMI port, compatible with True HD or DTS sound? Thanks. Yes, I need the receiver Audio and Speaker of 5 or 7.

First, the best buy, not so good. It is likely that it could do better, with a wider range of quality manufacturers speaker, looking for gear at amazon.com. In addition, they offer free shipping on some computers, and usually also means no sales tax (A Unless you live in upstate New York). Now, should we have a home theater receiver and * a set of HT speakers, or just the speakers? The name, you can get a great Polk 5.1 speaker system, # 6750, 6 speakers, list price $ 600, for about $ 250. If you need to make a 7.1 system, simply add Two other Polk speakers, as the # 6751s for about $ 60 each. 7.1 receivers are available, such as the Onkyo TX-SR575, $ 400 list price of $ 220.36, with Free Shipping. The speakers, Polk, Infinity and JBL are really good brands, and the receivers, Yamaha, Denon, Pioneer, Onkyo and are among the best for good quality. Therefore, if you have the items in the list, have a marking system with 8 speakers and a wide receiver 7.1, for just about $ 600. Bose is good, but too face your way. You pay for your name and your style. Buy new name for full manufacturers warranty, and the rest is what you want your team has. Therefore, if HDMI connections you want, read the product description to see how many pros and cons of each type of receptors that we look to have. The speakers only have their standard connections. With them, get a good quality standard-gauge speaker cable 16. No need for expensive premium cable.

Everything we know about home theater with surround sound?

Yes, im designing a home theater and want to know everything from the location of the speaker of why I do that? EVERYTHING YOU KNOW.

In fact, there are a lot of considerations to think about. I would start by looking at examples of what others have done. AVS Forum is the place to ... http://www.avsforum.com/avs-vb/forumdisplay.php?s=&daysprune=&f=19 I will list some things and let it do an investigation ... 1. Consider making a "ICS" system, which is a constant image height. For this you need a 2.4:1 or greater screen aspect, video allows you to adjust for it. 2. Consider a curved screen. This can be corrected lens distortions and can improve the uniformity of the brightness a bit by slightly reducing the maximum axis viewing angle. By the way, you can build your own screen with relative ease using material from http://store.cousinsvideo.com/cut-to-size.html Dalite 3. Draw the design of your room, seeing that determine the distances, angles, shaft etc. You need to know all these things to choose a projector, etc. screen material using a material increase of 1.3, is a good solution for the typical household spends more theater applications, but you need your room to determine whether it is right for you. 4. Think about the location of the equipment. You may want to build a control cabinet attached to the room. 5. Paint the ceiling black level will not be disappointed. Also a good neutral gray for the walls, but it must be very flat. Also, do not hang Glass movie posters covered the walls of the theater, they belong outside in the lobby of the theater. 6. You can use a receiver if you go with a high-end, but I would like suggest the use of external amplification for the main LCR channels. Many people argue that this is not necessary, but I've always found that sound better. Its best not to use a receiver, but a preamp processor. The advantage of the receiver is that it eliminates the need for external amplification channel surround sound. In general, recipients Built in amplifiers are good enough for surrounds what is a very convenient package for all they have built in is still a commitment to go with a processor preamp though. 7. I do not know what to say to the speakers. I've been building my own since the mid 1970's, really early to mid-1960 if you count Mounting speakers old TV in cardboard boxes when I was 6 years old. After many years of experience and good fortune of the influence of designers speaker, or even much smarter than me, I just can not get excited about any of the speaker systems on the market there. I can only say which is not too small. If a speaker is operating in a range where the emphasis is on levels of typical game, then it will not work very well. Get something that can production much more than what you need and at least have a greater "effort" or "easy release" sound. Some people use commercial theater speaker home theater. While these do not produce more refined sound or music in my opinion, can definitely be much better than many of the mass market sense not there. When I was developing my theater did a lot of google. I just type in "Home Theatre" and click "Images" or sometimes just a normal web search. I looked at all the examples I could find! I never had the head of an anamorphic lens before then. Before land was ready for the home theater room evolved from a game of combining theater with a 100 "screen to a fully dedicated 16:9 theater-style seating Berkline reclining stadium seats electric, 144 "2.4:1 42 'radius curve screen with anamorphic lens ... So Google away and find all the examples you can! Edition: Grumpy Mac, I think they have wrong Abdou. Your questions above do not indicate that it is a troll. Their answers are short one to the point ... too short fact usually 2 or 3 words. I think not only a man of many words! Abdou, it would be helpful if you told us more of their plans. Of course, I began to dream of my system could not make it a fixed budget. I did not know enough about what I wanted to know what the budget set in it. I ended up spending nearly $ 50 billion to go yet. If I had put that number in it from the beginning I have not left home. So I can understand if you do not know what the budget to put in it, but we really need to know at least one idea. Moreover, not only the budget, but more about the plans surface Room, room dedicated or not ... etc etc etc. .. mk

Sony HTS-S370 Surround Sound Home Theater System, Black
Sony HTS-S370 Surround Sound Home Theater System, Black
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Complete your entertainment experience with 5.1 channels of high-quality surround sound and 1000 watts of power with the HT-SS370 surround sound system. Connect multiple HD devices using a single HDMI cable per device and turn this great system into your entertainment hub, plus operate all your compatible BRAVIA Sync devices using one remote control. Add optional S-AIR accessories and enjoy the convenience of wireless rear speakers or multi-room streaming.

Features

  • 1000 watt, 5.1-channel surround sound system ideal for Blu-ray Disc players
  • HDMI Repeater lets you connect multiple devices and send to your HDTV with just one HDMI cable
  • BRAVIA Sync compatible for controlling multiple devices with one remote
  • Wireless S-AIR support for adding wireless speakers with multi-room capability
  • Digital media port for iPod (iPod cradle sold separately)
Coby CSP96 300-Watt 5.1-Channel Home Theater Speaker System (Black)
Coby CSP96 300-Watt 5.1-Channel Home Theater Speaker System (Black)
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Immerse yourself in your movies and music with Coby's 5.1-channel home theater speaker system. Fill your room with 300 watts of surround sound from five 3-inch satellite speakers and a floor-rattling subwoofer. The integrated amplifier and switch allows you to easily change between two source connections. Independent volume/treble/bass control and magnetic shielding also included.

Enjoy an immersive cinema experience at home with the affordable Coby CSP96 5.1-channel home theater speaker system, which includes a floor-rattling subwoofer and five 3-inch satellite speakers that fill a room with 300 watts of surround sound. The integrated amplifier and switch allows you to easily change between two source connections, and it also features independent volume/treble/bass control and magnetic shielding that allow for speaker placement in close proximity to your TV without interfering with the picture quality. See larger image. Key Features 300 watts of home theater surround sound Designed for use with 5.1-channel DVD players, computer systems, and more Integrated amplifier with 2 connection options (RCA stereo and RCA 5.1-channel) Built-in switch allows you to easily change between audio connections Full-range satellite speakers with 3-inch drivers (40W peak output x 5) Wood subwoofer with tuned port for deep bass response (100W peak output) Independent volume, treble, and bass controls Magnetic shielding Wall-mountable or desktop design Subwoofer dimensions: 11.8 x 12 x 4 inches Satellite dimensions: 5.9 x 3.7 x 3.6 inches What's in the Box Subwoofer, 5 satellite speakers, 3 RCA audio input cords, operating instructions

Features

  • 5.1-channel home theater system with 300 watts of power; includes 1 subwoofer and 5 satellite speakers
  • Designed for use with 5.1-channel DVD players, computer systems, and more
  • Built-in switch allows you to easily change between audio connections
  • Independent volume, treble, and bass controls
  • Magnetically shielded speakers allow for speaker placement in close proximity to your TV
Onkyo HT-S3300 5.1-Channel Home Theater Receiver and Speaker Package (Black)
Onkyo HT-S3300 5.1-Channel Home Theater Receiver and Speaker Package (Black)
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If you’re looking for a future-ready receiver-and-speaker package that won’t break the bank, your search may be over. Meet Onkyo’s 5.1-channel HT-S3300—a system packed with so much advanced technology that it redefines entry-level home theater. As with every A/V receiver in Onkyo’s 2010 line-up, you get the latest iteration of HDMI—version 1.4. Three HDMI inputs let you hook up, say, your Blu-ray player, game console, and cable/satellite box—all of which can be output via a single cable to your connected high-res display. Not only is HDMI 1.4 compatible with next-generation 3D video, it also enables a convenient Audio Return Channel. On top of this, the HT-S3300 supports lossless HD audio formats from Dolby and DTS—previously the domain of mid-range to high-end receivers only. But that’s not all. The HT-S3300 also provides an overlaid On-Screen Display function for easy adjustment of settings; a Universal Port for one-cable connection of peripherals; Audyssey equalization; four gaming audio modes; and a fully immersive, beautifully balanced 5.1-channel speaker set.

Features

  • 660 Watts into 5.1 Channels
  • HDMI Version 1.4 to Support 3D Video Formats, Audio Return Channel, Deep Color , x.v.Color , LipSync, Dolby TrueHD
  • DTS-HD Master Audio , DVD-Audio, Super Audio CD, Multichannel PCM and CEC
  • 4 DSP Modes for Gaming: Rock, Sports, Action, and RPG (Role Playing Game)
  • Music Optimizer for Compressed Digital Music Files
  • Audio and 1080p Video Processing via HDMI (3 Inputs and 1 Output)
Onkyo HT-S5300 7.1-Channel Home Theater Receiver and Speaker Package with iPod Dock (Black)
Onkyo HT-S5300 7.1-Channel Home Theater Receiver and Speaker Package with iPod Dock (Black)
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Onkyo has built a reputation for making advanced features and performance more affordable for budget-conscious fans of home entertainment. Take, as a prime example, the HT-S5300 receiver and speaker package. At the heart of this 7.1-channel system, you have an A/V receiver sporting four of the latest HDMI 1.4 inputs—enough for all your high-def sources. HDMI 1.4 brings compatibility with 3D video—coming soon—and an Audio Return Channel. With the HT-S5300, you can also adjust settings on the fly with a handy overlaid on-screen display. The receiver offers a broad range of connectivity options, such as a front input for portable devices and a Universal Port for one-cable connection of the included Dock for iPhone/iPod. High-quality Burr-Brown DACs ensure pristine analog conversion of all digital audio sources, including HD audio formats from Dolby and DTS. And Dolby® Pro Logic® IIz gives you the option of a new height-channel set-up with the included 7.1-channel speaker package.

Features

  • 130 watts/ch with 290W powered subwoofer
  • HDMI (Version 1.4 to Support 3D Video Formats, Audio Return Channel), Deep Color , x.v.Color , LipSync, Dolby® TrueHD, DTS-HD Master Audio , DVD-Audio, Super Audio CD, Multichannel PCM, and CEC
  • Audio and 1080p Video Processing via HDMI (4 Inputs and 1 Output)
  • Powered Zone 2 and Zone 2 Line-Out for Playback of Separate Source in Another Room
  • 4 DSP Modes for Gaming: Rock, Sports, Action, and RPG (Role Playing Game)
Pioneer VSX-520-K 5.1 Home Theater Receiver
Pioneer VSX-520-K 5.1 Home Theater Receiver
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Key Features are 110 watts X 5, Dolby True-HD / DTS-HD Master Audio, Dolby Pro-Logic IIz Height Channel Decoder, Phase Control. The Auto Level Control is 2 Channel. Sound Retriever – 2 channel. Bluetooth Ready with optional AS-BT100 HDMI 1.4 x 3, 3-D Ready, Deep Color & x.v. color. Component Video Inputs (2 in / 1 out) , Front Mini Portable Input, Audio Inputs (4 in / 1out - includes Tuner), Audio/Video Inputs (3 in / 1 out), Digital Inputs (3 - 1 coax / 2opt), Dolby PLIIz Pre-Out, Glossy Black Cosmetic, System Remote Control

Features

  • Simple connectivity of high-performance HD video, HD audio, portable, internet, wireless and analog components
  • Front panel mini jack provides portable audio player users easy integration of their devices with their home theater
  • The latest version of HDMI inputs and outputs provide more HD connectivity options with "future-proof" 3-D capability
  • 1080p video conversion and upscaling ensures the highest quality video from any source
  • High-Power Discrete Transistor multi-channel amplifiers and proprietary Pioneer room calibration technology combine to ensure best
Coby DVD765 5.1-Channel DVD Home Theater System (Black)
Coby DVD765 5.1-Channel DVD Home Theater System (Black)
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Coby DVD765 5.1-Channel DVD Home Theater System, 5.1-channel progressive scan DVD player, compact and slim design, DVD, DVD±R/RW, CD, CD-R/RW, and JPEG compatible, Dolby digital decoder, 5.1-channel audio for surround sound systems, digital and analog AV outputs for home theater use, NTSC/PAL compatible, convenient front panel and on-screen display, multiple language, subtitle, and camera angle support, picture zoom function, parental lock control, AC 100-240V automatic power switching, FCC approved and ETL listed, Home theater speakers; 5.1-channel surround sound system with 300W total output, 5 full-range satellite speakers, Subwoofer with tuned port for deep bass response

Features

  • 5.1-channel progressive scan DVD player, compact and slim design, DVD, DVD±R/RW, CD, CD-R/RW, and JPEG compatible, Dolby digital decoder
  • 5.1-channel audio for surround sound systems, digital and analog AV outputs for home theater use, NTSC/PAL compatible, convenient front panel
  • Picture zoom function, parental lock control, AC 100-240V automatic power switching
  • 5.1-channel surround sound system with 300W total output
  • 5 full-range satellite speakers, subwoofer with tuned port for deep bass response
Onkyo HT-S6300 7.1-Channel Home Theater Receiver and Speaker Package with iPod Dock
Onkyo HT-S6300 7.1-Channel Home Theater Receiver and Speaker Package with iPod Dock
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If you’re looking to flesh out your movies, games, and music with lifelike, full-blooded surround sound, look no further than the HT-S6300. Think: quality on a budget. This feature-packed system sports four of the latest HDMI 1.4a inputs to handle your Blu-ray player and other high-definition devices. Non-HD video sources, meanwhile, can be upscaled to spectacular widescreen 1080p via HDMI and Faroudja DCDi Cinema. HDMI 1.4a is compatible with upcoming 3D video content and enables a handy Audio Return Channel from your display’s tuner back to the receiver. Audio processing on the HT-S6300 includes the “in the studio” realism of DTS-HD Master Audio and Dolby TrueHD; Dolby Pro Logic IIz for ambient height channels; Audyssey room-correction and equalization technologies; and four proprietary DSP modes to match your gaming content. Other Onkyo exclusives include a Universal Port for peripherals such as the included Dock for iPhone/iPod, and a new overlaid graphical on-screen display. So go ahead. Immerse yourself in Onkyo.

If you're looking to flesh out your movies, games, and music with lifelike, full-blooded surround sound, look no further than the HT-S6300. This feature-packed receiver sports four of the latest HDMI 1.4a inputs to handle your Blu-ray player and other high-definition devices. Non-HD video sources, meanwhile, can be upscaled to spectacular widescreen 1080p via HDMI and Faroudja DCDi Cinema. The special Onkyo HT-S6300 package with complete 7.1-channel surround sound speaker set and iPod/iPhone dock. This special HT-S6300 package also includes a 7.1-channel surround sound speaker set, which includes one subwoofer, one center channel speaker, and six satellite speakers. It also includes a Dock for iPhone/iPod. HDMI 1.4a is compatible with upcoming 3D video content and enables a handy Audio Return Channel from your display's tuner back to the receiver. Audio processing on the HT-S6300 includes the "in the studio" realism of DTS-HD Master Audio and Dolby TrueHD; Dolby Pro Logic IIz for ambient height channels; Audyssey room-correction and equalization technologies; and four proprietary DSP modes to match your gaming content. Key Features DTS-HD Master Audio DTS-HD Audio delivers sound quality that matches the clear and vivid images of high-definition video. Blu-ray and HD-DVD discs deliver five times the video resolution of standard DVD and produce images with stunning realism. But that's only half of the story. You need incredible sound to complete the high definition experience and DTS-HD Audio provides the highest quality multi-channel sound possible. Movies come alive with sound as lifelike as the picture, and music becomes as real as a live performance. Faroudja DCDi CINEMA The Faroudja name is synonymous with high-quality video processing. The Faroudja technologies incorporated into our 2008 A/V receiver range give you the power to bring out the best from both high-definition and standard-definition video content. The Faroudja DCDi Edge video processor converts interlaced video signals to progressive scan signals and effectively eliminates video artifacts from HDTV images. The Faroudja DCDi Cinema video processor is a more sophisticated version that drastically reduces video noise without sacrificing image quality and sharpness. Both processors can scale standard-definition sources up to 1080i--and DCDi Cinema can additionally upscale to 1080p--for output to HDTVs. Rear of the HT-S6300 (see larger image). Powered Zone 2 By dedicating a pair of channels on receivers with this capability, you don't need an external amplifier to enjoy an independent stereo audio source in a remote room. For example, on higher-end models this allows for a full 5.1 channel movie to be enjoyed in the home theater, while simultaneously sending a song from a CD (or other source) to speakers in another room. Audyssey Audio Correction Technology Audyssey 2EQ for Room Acoustic Correction: Tailors multichannel audio for your home theater by correcting problems both in frequency response and in the time domain (where most of the problems lie) for a clear, precise, and natural sound. Audyssey Dynamic Volume: Maintains the desired listening level for all content while optimizing the dynamic range. Audyssey Dynamic EQ for Loudness Correction: Solves the problem of deteriorating sound quality at lower volumes. HD Radio Ready Enjoy the crisp clear sound of HD Radio by connecting the optional UP-HT1 module on u-Port capable Onkyo models. What's in the Box Onkyo HT-S6300, one subwoofer, one center channel speaker, six satellite speakers, iPod/iPhone dock, remote control (with batteries), operating instructions Specifications Output power: 1200W total system power (130W x 7 channels, plus 290W subwoofer power) Dolby decoder: TrueHD, DD Plus, PLIIz DTS decoder: DTS-HD Master Audio, HD-High Resolution Audio, NEO:6 iPod/iPhone ready: UP-A1 dock for iPod included U-port: Yes HD radio: via optional UP-HT1 Receiver dimensions: 17-1/8 x 5-15/16 x 12-15/16 inches (WxHxD) Subwoofer dimensions: 10-13/16 x 19-15/16 x 16-3/16 inches (WxHxD) Center channel dimensions: 11-7/16 x 4-13/16 x 4-7/16 inches (WxHxD) Satellite dimensions: 4-3/4 x 11-7/16 x 4 inches (WxHxD) Warranty: 2 years, limited Video Connections HDMI (1.4a): 4 input, 1 audio output Component (Y/Pb/Pr): 2 input, 1 output Composite (AV): 4 input, 1 output Audio Connections Analog audio: 6 input, 2 output Digital audio: 2 optical input, 2 coaxial input

Features

  • 7.1-channel home theater system with receiver, subwoofer, center channel speaker, and six satellite speakers
  • 1200 watts of total power (130W x 7 channels plus 290W subwoofer)
  • Four 1080p capable HDMI inputs (V1.4a) supporting 3D video and Audio Return Channel
  • 1080p scaling via Faroudja DCDi Cinema
  • WRAT technology and discrete amp construction for cleaner sound
Sony BRAVIA DAV-DZ170 Home Theater System
Sony BRAVIA DAV-DZ170 Home Theater System
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The Sony DAV-DZ170 DVD Home Theater System has 1000 watts of power and also can improve the picture quality to near HD via HDMI connector.

Features

  • 1000 watt (167x5+165 3ohm, 1kHz, 10%THD) 5.1 channel surround sound
  • DVD upscaling to near HD picture quality via HDMI 1
  • BRAVIA Sync controls compatible devices w/ one remote2
  • Digital Cinema Audio Calibration for quick speaker set-up
  • Easy Set-up Disc is included to guide you through the set-up process
Yamaha NS-SP1800BL 5.1-Channel Home Theater Speaker Package
Yamaha NS-SP1800BL 5.1-Channel Home Theater Speaker Package
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The Yamaha NS-SP1800BL 5.1-channel home theater speaker package is a low cost, convenient way to enjoy the full benefits of 5.1-channel home theater sound. The NS-SP1800BL features advanced Yamaha active servo technology (Advanced YST) is a unique system in which the speaker and amplifier work together to cancel out impedance so the speaker unit has a perfectly linear motion. Advanced YST helps to ensure the highest levels of sound pressure and overall performance.

Features

  • 2-way satellite speakers with 2.5" woofer & 1/2" tweeter
  • 2-way center speaker with dual 2.5" woofers & 1/2" tweeter
  • Magnetic shielding (all speakers)
  • 8" 100W cube-type high power subwoofer
  • Wall hanging capability
Pioneer VSX-1020-K 7.1 Home Theater Receiver
Pioneer VSX-1020-K 7.1 Home Theater Receiver
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Key Features are 110 Watts X 7, 7 Channel Configurable Amplifier, Surround Back. Dolby Pro-logic IIz or B Speaker, Dolby True-HD / DTS-HD Master Audio and Advanced MCACC. It has a 9 Band EQ. Auto Crossover Setting, USB to PC Graphs, PQLS – 2 Channel, Auto Level Control – Multi-Channel, Sound Retriever AIR – Multi- channel. It has a Internet radio. iPod Digital USB / USB Memory Audio. Its iPhone Certified, Sirius Satellite Radio, HDMI Repeater (6 In / 1 out), Analog to HDMI Video Conversion, HDMI to HDMI 1080p Scaler, Component Video (2 in / 1 out), Full Color GUI, iControl pioneer AVR iPhone / iTouch “APP” Multi-Zone A/V Pre-out, Preset Remote Control

Features

  • Front USB connectivity provide iPod, touch, and iPhone users ultimate plug-and-play integration of their Apple products with their home theater
  • Simple connectivity to high-performance HD video, HD audio, portable, internet, wireless, and analog components
  • The latest version of HDMI inputs and outputs provide more HD connectivity options with "future-proof" 3-D capability
  • 1080p video conversion and upscaling ensures the highest quality video from any source
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