5.1 atmos setup

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Hi!

I'm trying to build a setup for my new HDB.
I am building it around the Marantz SR6013/SR6014 receiver, but I want to keep the budget up to 2000 s$.
So, my speaker package options are limited to Mission, Wharfedale, Polk audio or used sets.
Any recommendations? it's a small 3room HDB, but I do intend to add 2 speakers for 5.1.2 atmos sooner than later.
If you have any cheap finds both in terms of the Marantz receiver (don't offer me onkyo or others) or the speaker packages - I'll be happy to consider.

Thanks!
 

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your 2k budget is for receiver only
so what is your budget for speakers???
 

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5.1 for $800 used should be enough but itz hard hunt them if you are particular about brand and condition. Also the front pair will be satellite or bookshelf.
 

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5.1 for $800 used should be enough but itz hard hunt them if you are particular about brand and condition. Also the front pair will be satellite or bookshelf.
I don't mind satellites. we want to keep the footprint minimal since the space is limited.
 

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Hmm brand new 5.1 for $800 a bit tough.. 3.1 can.
Fronts
WHARFEDALE DIAMOND 220 (BLACK) | https://s.lazada.sg/s.QqRK - $299

Center
WHARFEDALE DIAMOND 10CM (BLACK) | https://s.lazada.sg/s.QFAa - $299

Sub .. either the

WHARFEDALE WH-S8E | https://s.lazada.sg/s.QGRk - $199

Or

Yamaha NS-SW050 8 Inch Active Subwoofer | https://s.lazada.sg/s.QqRt - $250

Rear speakers are another $259
WHARFEDALE WH-DFS (BLACK) | https://s.lazada.sg/s.Qszg

(if you don't want dipole.. you can just use one more pair of the fronts)
 
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i started with satellite speakers too, can always upgrade in future.

Mission M3 5.1
JBL cinema 510
both set under $800 at lazada you can consider.

for smth cheaper i bought boston acoustics 5.1 set.
 

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i started with satellite speakers too, can always upgrade in future.

Mission M3 5.1
JBL cinema 510
both set under $800 at lazada you can consider.

for smth cheaper i bought boston acoustics 5.1 set.

What about Wharfedale DX2? or Polk Audio TL1600?
 

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Can buy those KEF's egg 5.1 KHT series 2nd hand at carousell those going for 1k-1.5k SE is the newer model and tweeter with wave guide take note.....I started from SE brought like 2.8k new is a great start into home theatre using those
 

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What about Wharfedale DX2? or Polk Audio TL1600?

sure, just choose the brand/design you like. all these are good starting for surround enjoyment (lowest budget) there's always a better option if you spend more.
 

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Marantz SR6013 is discontinued and SR6014 is introduced in 2019.
SR6014 for $1200? That’s a great deal cause overseas just way about that
https://www.crutchfield.com/S-3rnGnGCUpYA/p_642SR6014/Marantz-SR6014-2019-model.html?

I will spend a little more for such setup. Upgrade later means what? 1-2 yr later? That $800 a yr or 2 is close to nothing at resale. another $1k more will get u something U don't have to upgrade for a while unless U want a floor standing speakers. such as PARADIGM, Monitor Audio ($1.4k), Q acoustics ($1.4k) SVS or definitive technology. Even these are entry level for nice brands with small foot print. Nice sub is not small.
https://www.lazada.sg/products/moni...al-productwarranty-i350428403-s813218956.html
https://www.lazada.sg/products/q-acoustics-7000i-51-slim-i168872553-s219185111.html
https://desertcart.sg/products/12278993-paradigm-cinema-100-ct-5-1-home-theater-system
https://www.lazada.sg/products/prim...e-premium-black-ash-i6973424-s1433724399.html
https://www.lazada.sg/products/defi...oofer-black-speaker-i7031708-s1435004532.html


https://www.whathifi.com/us/news/china-behind-scenes-iag
If you haven’t heard of IAG, fret not: you’ll certainly have heard of the classic hi-fi brands that are owned, designed and controlled by the technical wizards at IAG’s Shenzhen complex. Mission, Quad, Wharfedale, Audiolab and Castle Acoustics are all IAG brands, with a few more (mostly pro audio or high-end) besides.

Founded and owned by brothers Michael and Bernard Chang, the key element in IAG’s philosophy is to combine British design talent with Chinese manufacturing, and to do so in an integrated way – in one place – so that no aspect of product creation gets watered down or lost in translation.
 
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There’s an imbalance here..
$800 for 5.1??
I would suggest dropping Atmos and using a more simple 5.1 setup and get better speakers especially the sub.
$800 for a used AVR from 1-2 years ago. Then $800 for a used sub and some cheap satellites
Those basic subs are really not very good. You end up with a system that you won’t get the enveloping sound and end up spending more anyway
Or go to the Adelphi shops and ask them to build you a very basic system for $2000 around a good sub and centre. These two speakers play the most important role - see the stickies.
 

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I strongly suggest TS save up for a higher budget, rather than regret once everything is up.
 

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SR6013 are still available and the hardware difference is quite negligible. It's actually a more powerful receiver than I need, but it gives me breathing room if and when I want to expand my speaker setup. I don't need powerful or expensive speakers since the space I have is small. And I rather buy the speakers as a package rather than in parts.
My budget is about 2000 s$ total. I think it should be fine. I might go for used speakers with a new receiver.

Marantz SR6013 is discontinued and SR6014 is introduced in 2019.
SR6014 for $1200? That’s a great deal cause overseas just way about that
https://www.crutchfield.com/S-3rnGnGCUpYA/p_642SR6014/Marantz-SR6014-2019-model.html?

I will spend a little more for such setup. Upgrade later means what? 1-2 yr later? That $800 a yr or 2 is close to nothing at resale. another $1k more will get u something U don't have to upgrade for a while unless U want a floor standing speakers. such as PARADIGM, Monitor Audio ($1.4k), Q acoustics ($1.4k) SVS or definitive technology. Even these are entry level for nice brands with small foot print. Nice sub is not small.
https://www.lazada.sg/products/moni...al-productwarranty-i350428403-s813218956.html
https://www.lazada.sg/products/q-acoustics-7000i-51-slim-i168872553-s219185111.html
https://desertcart.sg/products/12278993-paradigm-cinema-100-ct-5-1-home-theater-system
https://www.lazada.sg/products/prim...e-premium-black-ash-i6973424-s1433724399.html
https://www.lazada.sg/products/defi...oofer-black-speaker-i7031708-s1435004532.html


https://www.whathifi.com/us/news/china-behind-scenes-iag
 

mulderfox

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There’s an imbalance here..
$800 for 5.1??
I would suggest dropping Atmos and using a more simple 5.1 setup and get better speakers especially the sub.
$800 for a used AVR from 1-2 years ago. Then $800 for a used sub and some cheap satellites
Those basic subs are really not very good. You end up with a system that you won’t get the enveloping sound and end up spending more anyway
Or go to the Adelphi shops and ask them to build you a very basic system for $2000 around a good sub and centre. These two speakers play the most important role - see the stickies.

I have no desire to drop atmos. Nor a need to. if I start with 5.1 it's easy to add a couple of height speakers later. and I do not want to buy my system in pieces - probably from different manufacturers. I rather buy the speakers as a packages - knowing they all work together and tested.
 

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SR6013 are still available and the hardware difference is quite negligible. It's actually a more powerful receiver than I need, but it gives me breathing room if and when I want to expand my speaker setup. I don't need powerful or expensive speakers since the space I have is small. And I rather buy the speakers as a package rather than in parts.
My budget is about 2000 s$ total. I think it should be fine. I might go for used speakers with a new receiver.

Don’t think u even care to click the links.
Are they separate parts? Buy a box and buy the speaker to build something... lol

Wharfedale DX2 U considering is 5.1, still missing height speakers
https://www.lazada.sg/products/wharfedale-dx-2-51-black-i283927053-s453078472.html

If u can find used good, speakers depreciate a lot. U maybe able to find something that cost $2k for $800.
 
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