Sub or LCD: Which one first??

[ht_addict]

If you had to choose between a Paradigm Servo-15 and a 37-42" LCD which one would you get first? The upgrade bug has hit and I've goto decided between replacing my 47" RPTV with a LCD or my PW-2100 with a Servo-15. Can't get both at the same time though it would be nice.

[dyazdani]

This is 100% personal preference...

I would go for the Servo 15 first since you already have a decent size display. Now, if you had a 27" std TV, I might say different. I've always valued the sound a bit more than the picture, though I'm beginning to balance back out.

Have you considered keeping the RPTV for regular TV viewing and adding a FPTV?

[PewterTA]

Sub, because LCDs are a waste of money!

Get DLP or wait for SED. THEN buy your display!

[P-Dub]

I'd have to agree with Danish. Go with the sub. It will be with you longer as well. The LCD displays will come down in price.

The other thing is you are moving down in display size 37"-42" from your 47". Unless your existing display is too big for your room or you have some off angle viewing situations, I'd stick with your 47" RPTV.

[Azeke]

I concur, I would purchase the Sub, because with LCD/TV monitors technological changes rapidly, therefore pricing fluctuates as well, usually to the consumers benefit.

Subs, are a different beast, technology and pricing remains fairly constant and will remain with your system for a more significant time period. Listen to the sub on a trial basis, if possible, to justify your feelings. Just my couple of pennies worth.

I would also ask myself the following question.

Which will provide the most significant entertainment value?

Peace and blessings,

Azeke

[eddiem67]

Get the sub first, displays are always coming down in price, and ever changing like a babies diaper.

[Race Car Driver]

Im in the same boat.
Im looking to replace my 36 CRT with a 32-37 LCD for now. (cant wait for SED, so im gonna get a CHEAP LCD from work and wall mount it)
But i could also use some other gear, gotta balance it out.
In my situation, id gladly welcome the extra room of a smaller TV wall mounted.

I dont know what your looking to spend on a TV, but id have to guess its over 2K... If you can wait a year or so for SED, id do that unless you can afford to call your LCD outdated technology soon.

[David Meek]

Get the sub first. A really good sub will add to your musical enjoyment as well as your HT fun. And the way flat-screen prices are dropping (and with SED coming - although not as fast as first thought) waiting a bit longer will only benefit you in the lower price for a better quality product.

[aud19]

Ditto what they said

I will add that SED likely won't be a truly viable (or overly affordable) option for say 2-3 years...FYI

[Tha Freak]

looks like you'll get a Servo-15!! :T

I also added a sub lately and WOW!...what a difference!!

I wish I could have the servo-15! that is one nice sub!

[audioqueso]

Sub. The new-toy-excite factor will last a lot longer with the sub. I think if you get the tv, you'll lose the new-toy-excite factor before you actuall buy the sub. If you buy the sub first, I think you will have that new-toy-excite feeling for a lot longer and may carry you nicely until the purchase of the tv.

[Race Car Driver]

SED is 2-3 out now huh? Oh well, now the LCD will feel like a better investement.

[Shane Martin]

Go with the Sub. The LCD would be a downgrade.

[ht_addict]

Thanks for the input. I actually got the Servo-15 last week but got to thinking that I maybe able to get away without the sub and replace the tv. Guess I'll be keeping it. :T

[Race Car Driver]

Well, I went out and bought myself a 32" LCD, wanted the room over my 36" CRT on a bulky stand.
It wasnt much, BBY sells these for 1199 every day.
I did it for the space.

[peterS]

i still cannot believe the price you payed on those speakers

[Leef DaLucky]

Heya HTA,
Just a heads up but Costco.ca has the Optoma H27/92" Screen on for $1100.
just a thought

regards,
Mikey

[dyazdani]

RCD, your room is very clean looking, the LCD is a great addition!

[David Meek]

Beautiful room Chris! The flat panel works perfectly. :T

[Race Car Driver]

Thanks! Now I need a sub....

:lol:

[audioqueso]

i still cannot believe the price you payed on those speakers

Yeah... I still hate him for that. lol

[Race Car Driver]

Damn it, is anyone EVER gonna forget that? :lol:

[Club1820]

RCD, for those of us that recently joined, what did you pay for those speakers?

[audioqueso]

Damn it, is anyone EVER gonna forget that? :lol:

NOOO!!! Are YOU ever gonna forget that you got the greatest deal here? lol

[Race Car Driver]

Nope, I wont forget that.

Gotta find me some more great deals. Good deals are what make the world go 'round.