Entry level HT system discussion thread - budgets of < 2000$

[petetherock]

KEC is having a warehouse sale this Saturday:

Good bargains..

https://www.facebook.com/hifibargain

 

[darren05]

Just bought denon x1100 w Boston 5.1 speakers (XS model) w free 2.1 Boston for 7.2. Planned to install 5.1 in e room false ceiling w e centre on e floor. I am using projector (benq S1070+) The default spk cable is 22AWG and looked thin.
I am not sure how many gauge is required. And which blueray player should I get as there are many on e market.
Thank you

 

[petetherock]

Again, such a post without a budget is practically useless bro..

For example you can get this off amazon and it ships free to SG if you spend > 125 USD:
http://www.amazon.com/Monoprice-100...=1-3&keywords=monoprice+12+gauge+speaker+wire

BR players are available at Courts and HN etc.

 

[darren05]

Again, such a post without a budget is practically useless bro..

For example you can get this off amazon and it ships free to SG if you spend > 125 USD:
http://www.amazon.com/Monoprice-100...=1-3&keywords=monoprice+12+gauge+speaker+wire

BR players are available at Courts and HN etc.

Oh ya. Budget not more than $250 able to play all region. Quite new here. Thks.

 

[KoChi]

anybody using focal bird 2.1. is it good?

 

[petetherock]

Oh ya. Budget not more than $250 able to play all region. Quite new here. Thks.

REGION free for BR for <$250?
I don't think so...

CODE free for DVDs?
That might be possible. Most places will have a model that suits this budget.

 

[Elijahonli]

This floorstander, the bookshelf speaker and the centre make a good VFM set for HT, even if you have to pay for shipping from USA:

Pioneer SP-FS52-LR Andrew Jones Designed Floor standing Loudspeaker

Amazon.com: Pioneer SP-BS22-LR Andrew Jones Designed Bookshelf Loudspeakers: Electronics

What about the sub? Worth shipping over?

 

[tk]

Just bought denon x1100 w Boston 5.1 speakers (XS model) w free 2.1 Boston for 7.2. Planned to install 5.1 in e room false ceiling w e centre on e floor. I am using projector (benq S1070+) The default spk cable is 22AWG and looked thin.
I am not sure how many gauge is required.

22AWG is very thin, something thicker shd be better, refer to following:

Speaker wire - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia

 

[keanteac]

Just bought denon x1100 w Boston 5.1 speakers (XS model) w free 2.1 Boston for 7.2. Planned to install 5.1 in e room false ceiling w e centre on e floor. I am using projector (benq S1070+) The default spk cable is 22AWG and looked thin.
I am not sure how many gauge is required. And which blueray player should I get as there are many on e market.
Thank you

How much your x1100 and Boston ?
Where you bought ?
The sound good ?

 

[divine_R]

How much your x1100 and Boston ?
Where you bought ?
The sound good ?

x1100 should be below $600

 

[petetherock]

What about the sub? Worth shipping over?

You should check the voltage and read up on buying overseas from the sticky thread.
There are many options from local shops like KEC and City Electronics.

The person who looks around more, gets the best deals, cheers.

 

[rfseifer]

Hi, I am new here.

Any views on Onkyo HT-S7705?
HT-S7705 | ONKYO Asia and Oceania Website

 

[keanteac]

Hi, I am new here.

Any views on Onkyo HT-S7705?
HT-S7705 | ONKYO Asia and Oceania Website

This one is better. THX and Dolby Atmos.
Budget HTIB.


HT-S9700THX | ONKYO Asia and Oceania Website

 

[rfseifer]

This one is better. THX and Dolby Atmos.
Budget HTIB.


HT-S9700THX | ONKYO Asia and Oceania Website

Oh ok.. Thank you.

 

[Elijahonli]

You should check the voltage and read up on buying overseas from the sticky thread.
There are many options from local shops like KEC and City Electronics.

The person who looks around more, gets the best deals, cheers.

oh yes... i totally forgot about that aspect..thanks

 

[petetherock]

There's a sale at E77 217 Henderson Road
Many systems under 3000.
Go down this weekend and find out more for yourselves.
Dali, quad and b&w speakers on offer.

 

[petetherock]

Another warehouse sale:
Pioneer SC-1223 $799 @ warehouse sales

 

[HappyHacking]

Initially planning to buy a Sony HTIB because of my low budget, wireless rear speakers & NFC/Bluetooth connection from mobile phone.

Now looking at my options on a proper entry level HT system, any suggestions for a low budget of $800-1.2k?
Am I better off getting a HTIB/Soundbar instead?

 

[petetherock]

FYI
Sale on this weekend:
https://www.facebook.com/av1group/p...2788868812769/813073415450974/?type=1&theater

 

[TopGun]

Hi,

I am seeking recommendations for an A/V receiver to replace a Pioneer VSX-817 which has an intermittent center channel.

The receiver would be connected to a set of 5 Tannoy F1 speakers and a Mordaunt Short subwoofer. This set up is connected to my PC via optical and receiving DTC signal. Primary uses are for gaming and movies.

I am looking a comparable replacement, 5.1 with auto calibration as with the Pioneer, and of sufficient power to drive it. Nothing too high end since I did not set up the system for audio fidelity.

Possible to get something not more than $600? Appreciate it that I could have your recommendations.

Thanks.