Hi everyone, long time (sort of) viewer, first time poster. Great forum!!!
I've done the obligatory searching and think I've found what I want but I would like everyone's opinions.
I am currently building a 14'6" x 23'6" x 7'8" dedicated home theater. Double studs on interior walls, single studs over exterior walls (poured concrete) Double 5/8" drywall with green glue on ceilings and interior walls. Ceiling will have isolation clips also. Carpeted floor, two row seating, second on a 8"ish riser. Have plans for acoustic panels as needed as well as bass traps.
Equipment - is or will be Panasonic 1080p PJ with HTB anamorphic lens, Seymour AT (curved?) screen (120"ish 2.35:1), Onkyo TX-SR875 (140wpc), Sony PS3, Direct TV HD DVR, probably some sort of bass management also (SMS-1?)
I have two 15" TC-2000s that will go in large ported boxes (320l) and will be tuned to 14 hz or so. These will be driven by one each EP2500 - not purchased yet.
I will be building the LCRs exactly the same, the rear of the cabinet needs to be within 12" from the front wall, less would be better. It will be within 6" of the screen.
This is 100% HT, no two channel. I am willing to build around HT and will accept the compromises with music.
Dynamics are most important to me, I want to take advantage of the new DTs and Dolby lossless formats. I tend to like clean speakers with good high end, not overly bright. Everyone says that though, don't they?
Budget - I can go for maybe 2k for the 7.0 system, not including the subs, they are paid for. This needs to include the other 4 small wall mounted surrounds which will be the subject of my next post.
WAF - no issues, this is my room (and the LCRs are hidden)
Size - not an issue.
WWing skills - I am a somewhat accomplished woodworker with a decent shop. None of the speaker cabinets I've seen intimidate me in the least, although I don't want to build something fancy that won't be seen unless there are sonic benefits.
Questions:
Is the Khanspire the right choice?
Due to the loss of highs through the AT screen, can the tweeters handle some EQ boost to help out? The receiver has the Audyssey EQ system which I think works well with high frequencies.
I like the statements but am unsure about the transmission line mids being so close to the wall (which will be treated with OC703(or 705?)
I also like the maxx speakers, the 3way Daytons, just about everything.
I have no desire to reinvent the wheel, I want to use an existing design unless someone is willing to handle the design portion and the consensus is that a new design is needed.
Let me know what you think.
Thanks in advance.
Phil
I've done the obligatory searching and think I've found what I want but I would like everyone's opinions.
I am currently building a 14'6" x 23'6" x 7'8" dedicated home theater. Double studs on interior walls, single studs over exterior walls (poured concrete) Double 5/8" drywall with green glue on ceilings and interior walls. Ceiling will have isolation clips also. Carpeted floor, two row seating, second on a 8"ish riser. Have plans for acoustic panels as needed as well as bass traps.
Equipment - is or will be Panasonic 1080p PJ with HTB anamorphic lens, Seymour AT (curved?) screen (120"ish 2.35:1), Onkyo TX-SR875 (140wpc), Sony PS3, Direct TV HD DVR, probably some sort of bass management also (SMS-1?)
I have two 15" TC-2000s that will go in large ported boxes (320l) and will be tuned to 14 hz or so. These will be driven by one each EP2500 - not purchased yet.
I will be building the LCRs exactly the same, the rear of the cabinet needs to be within 12" from the front wall, less would be better. It will be within 6" of the screen.
This is 100% HT, no two channel. I am willing to build around HT and will accept the compromises with music.
Dynamics are most important to me, I want to take advantage of the new DTs and Dolby lossless formats. I tend to like clean speakers with good high end, not overly bright. Everyone says that though, don't they?
Budget - I can go for maybe 2k for the 7.0 system, not including the subs, they are paid for. This needs to include the other 4 small wall mounted surrounds which will be the subject of my next post.
WAF - no issues, this is my room (and the LCRs are hidden)
Size - not an issue.
WWing skills - I am a somewhat accomplished woodworker with a decent shop. None of the speaker cabinets I've seen intimidate me in the least, although I don't want to build something fancy that won't be seen unless there are sonic benefits.
Questions:
Is the Khanspire the right choice?
Due to the loss of highs through the AT screen, can the tweeters handle some EQ boost to help out? The receiver has the Audyssey EQ system which I think works well with high frequencies.
I like the statements but am unsure about the transmission line mids being so close to the wall (which will be treated with OC703(or 705?)
I also like the maxx speakers, the 3way Daytons, just about everything.
I have no desire to reinvent the wheel, I want to use an existing design unless someone is willing to handle the design portion and the consensus is that a new design is needed.
Let me know what you think.
Thanks in advance.
Phil
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