What a great resource this forum is. I have been reading for several weeks and would like to get pointers to tweak my system. I will be purchasing this system when the new LG 1080p DLP Rear Projection unit comes out (proposed June 2005). Until then I will be finalizing my components and cable requirements.
My room is 24'x12' But I will be setting the system up width-wise so the effective area will be 12' long x 10' wide. (non-movable billiard table in other section)
I must keep the total under $10k including cables and setup (or the system and I will be looking for a new apt.)
Prices listed are MSRP
Proposed:
Display LG 62SY2D ($4500) (to be released June 2005)
Rotel RSP-1068 ($1700)
Rotel RMB-1075 ($1000)
Front B&W 601s3 ($450)
Rear B&W 601s3 ($450)
Center B&W LCR600 ($500)
Sub B&W ASW650 ($700)
DVD/CD ??
Tuner ?? (maybe satellite)
Total so far $9300.
My thoughts. I really like the Rotel 1068/1075 combo from reading here and AV mags. It seams to offer the best price/perfomance in the class. Since I'm going Rotel, the B&Ws seem a perfect fit. I think the speakers are probably at the low end for the 1068/1075 but that will be my first upgrade. I can replace the fronts and use the 601s for 7.1 or in another system. All speakers must be ceiling/wall mountable to keep out of reach of little hands (this is not-negotiable until I move to a house with a dedicated theater room). I will rarely be playing this system loud as most of the movie viewing happens when the "little hands" are asleep, do I really need a sub now? Dealer says this is still a must regardless of volume.
My questions so far:
1. Since I will be getting this all from one dealer (at the same time) what kind of discount can I expect/ask for.
2. Am I doing myself a disservice by not buying bigger front speakers, if so I need to downgrade somewhere else for price)
3. I would like to add a CD Jukebox and a separate DVD player unless there is a good DVD jukebox within the alloted price.
4. Instead of a AM/FM tuner any thoughts on Sirius instead.
5. Without starting a cable discussion, how much should I budget for all cables for this system.
Thank you all for the info to get this far!! If this is too much for one post, I will segment into individual threads if needed.
My room is 24'x12' But I will be setting the system up width-wise so the effective area will be 12' long x 10' wide. (non-movable billiard table in other section)
I must keep the total under $10k including cables and setup (or the system and I will be looking for a new apt.)
Prices listed are MSRP
Proposed:
Display LG 62SY2D ($4500) (to be released June 2005)
Rotel RSP-1068 ($1700)
Rotel RMB-1075 ($1000)
Front B&W 601s3 ($450)
Rear B&W 601s3 ($450)
Center B&W LCR600 ($500)
Sub B&W ASW650 ($700)
DVD/CD ??
Tuner ?? (maybe satellite)
Total so far $9300.
My thoughts. I really like the Rotel 1068/1075 combo from reading here and AV mags. It seams to offer the best price/perfomance in the class. Since I'm going Rotel, the B&Ws seem a perfect fit. I think the speakers are probably at the low end for the 1068/1075 but that will be my first upgrade. I can replace the fronts and use the 601s for 7.1 or in another system. All speakers must be ceiling/wall mountable to keep out of reach of little hands (this is not-negotiable until I move to a house with a dedicated theater room). I will rarely be playing this system loud as most of the movie viewing happens when the "little hands" are asleep, do I really need a sub now? Dealer says this is still a must regardless of volume.
My questions so far:
1. Since I will be getting this all from one dealer (at the same time) what kind of discount can I expect/ask for.
2. Am I doing myself a disservice by not buying bigger front speakers, if so I need to downgrade somewhere else for price)
3. I would like to add a CD Jukebox and a separate DVD player unless there is a good DVD jukebox within the alloted price.
4. Instead of a AM/FM tuner any thoughts on Sirius instead.
5. Without starting a cable discussion, how much should I budget for all cables for this system.
Thank you all for the info to get this far!! If this is too much for one post, I will segment into individual threads if needed.
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