Pictures of your B&W Set-up

[misterdoggy]

misterdoggy

what are the spike kits under your htm2d

regards neil

I ordered them from a local store in Lyon. they have double sided scotch tape and they look pretty nice. There are no screw-holes for putting anythin underneath the htm2d. Only holes that correspond to the stand.

The height of the tweeter is almost even with the 802d's as is recommended by B&W

[ShadowZA]

misterdoggy, that is one awesome setup. I'm going to have to see the doctor ... I'm all out of drool :T

[ShadowZA]

The final setup including newly mounted plasma.

[tec333]

shadow, i love your setup - real nice - :T

i think that's what i would eventually end up with - as my permanent setup. except maybe the 803D, i might push the budget for an 802D. I love that pioneer screen with the piano gloss black frame. the component rack is quite nice too!

anyway, one question - the pics look like you have carpet on the walls. i do not even see a seam between the wall and the floor? gives a new meaning to wall to wall carpet!

[ShadowZA]

shadow, i love your setup - real nice - :T

i think that's what i would eventually end up with - as my permanent setup. except maybe the 803D, i might push the budget for an 802D. I love that pioneer screen with the piano gloss black frame. the component rack is quite nice too!

anyway, one question - the pics look like you have carpet on the walls. i do not even see a seam between the wall and the floor? gives a new meaning to wall to wall carpet!

Thanks, tec333

Yes, the same carpet as is on the floor is on the wall. There is no seam, but the edges are tucked into one another ... also well hidden. Next week I'm having a Cherrywood border mounted on the sides and top ridge of the "walled carpet". This should provide extra support for the carpet and prevent gravity causing bubbles in the carpet over time.

[bryan w]

bryans loft conversion updated

htm3s
804s
scms
screenplay 7205
pioneer ax10ai
pioneer 989 dvd
shanling cdt80 cdp
sky+
cdmnt sub

[ShadowZA]

Great setup, Bryan. Love the plinths. They look nice and solid. :T

[bryan w]

Great setup, Bryan. Love the plinths. They look nice and solid. :T

thanks,your 803ds would look fantastic on them

[Mark_C.]

Bryan, Shadow:

My compliments on well thought out, extremely tasteful setups. As much a pleasure to look at as to listen to, I'm sure. Bryan, my goal is to sometime down the line switch out my LCD projection set for an on-wall plasma. Not a desperate need, just something to strive for. Seeing your setup convinces me this is the way to go. Well done, both.

[worldys]

shadow

beautiful set up, the equpment stand is gorgeous and compliments the speakers so well, congrats on a wonderfully designed system

doggy

i am green with envy :

[ShadowZA]

Thanks Mark_C. & doggy

[texasbwfan]

Incredible systems out there guys/gals...I suppose I'll go ahead and post a picture of my set up as it stands today.

Pioneer Elite 74TXvi
Pioneer Elite DV-45A
805s
HTM3s
ASW825
OLD 52" Pioneer Elite TV



I recently replaced my ASW675 with an ASW825...LOVE the new sub. The system is a work in progress...the television will be my next upgrade followed by an amp to accompany my receiver. Baby steps!

[Race Car Driver]

ShadowZA, likin the system!!

Looking good everyone,
Misterdoggy... i think you need to upgrade, your falling behind everyone else...

[RebelMan]

Nope nope this is it. Really. I wouldn't know wher to go from here. I am so happy with the X1 preamp. It really brought out the best from the Krell fpb400cx and Ayre D1xe that I have come to the point where I wouldn't want anything better.

really !! cross my heart

doggy, what medicine are you taking to cure the upgrade bug? I see one more upgrade for you on the very near horizon. I bet you'll uncross your heart then. :P

You have a great system, keep the photo's coming! I would like to see an updated tweeter in the next shot.

[RebelMan]

I recently replaced my ASW675 with an ASW825...LOVE the new sub. The system is a work in progress...the television will be my next upgrade followed by an amp to accompany my receiver. Baby steps!

Way to go texasbwfan. I love my ASW825 too. In fact I have been thinking about adding another one.

[RebelMan]

Shadow and bryan you both make me sick with upgrade envy. Both very nice systems. Shadow, your new FP is sooooo sweeeet especially the way you have it mounted! I'm loving the recessed look.

[texasbwfan]

Thanks RebelMan,

I know what you mean...the dual sub set-up is definitely tempting. I'd like to add a second ASW825 once I move into my new house.

Bryan W - Gorgeous! I could see myself spending quite a bit of time in a room like that...looks very comfortable.

ShadowZA - Stunning! Love your new Pioneer plasma....very interested in that model myself. I'm impressed with how well your rack matches the contemporary lines of the B&W 800 series...looks as though they were made for oneanother!

[alpina]

hi texasbwfan,

nice setup.

gotta admit, prior to seeing your setup i hated black b&w speakers. the wood colour and grain just never looked right. but your system look great and i stand converted

cheers,

julie

[ShadowZA]

Thanks RebelMan and texasbwfan.

Texasbwfan, thanks for sharing your news on your new ASW825 sub. It's great looking too, as in your pic. Your positive comments, RebelMan, have also helped to increase my confidence in this regard. Next January, when I hope to upgrade the pre-amp/processor ... I may just think about this sub too.

Regarding the plasma, it was a decision between this model and the Panny 8 series commercial monitor - PHD8. My final decision on the Pioneer was based on better specs, the EISA award for best Plasma TV product 2005-2006, tuner thrown in which supports HDMI and a few other variables such as its sleek looks & great price.

Imho it's never easy to keep "up to date" regarding our hobby in this rapidly changing technological & information age in which we find ourselves. However, if one does a significant amount of "homework" plus has the good fortune of a great support base from tremendous folk such as yourselves ... then success can and will happen.

Thanks for your support. :T

[Race Car Driver]

Progress, slowly but surely..:nod:
This has to be arangement #5, just added the TV tonight.
Still have plans drawn out for some acoustic treatment, and layout off all the electronics, out of view.

[ShadowZA]

Race Car Driver ... looks awesome & comfy. What's the bet that NOTHING is going to get you outta that room.

[Joey_V]

I think I know where your sweet spot is.... right arm on the sofa arm, all cozy and stuff.

Nice system!!

[JohnnyH]

Test

[JohnnyH]

Too small, I'm having trouble posting pics here. I'll try again.

[Blindamood]

The Latest

Got my electronics all done, so I thought it was time for a new front sound stage. Went with the 805S and HTM4S in Cherry, to match the Bell'O table. Sounds and looks awesome!

[audioqueso]

Blindamood, I really like your set up. I have the Nautilus 805 myself. Those stands make them look... heavier. Are they filled? Matches nicely though. Congrats.

[Blindamood]

Thanks, audioqueso. Stands are by Sound Organisation. Yeah, they're filled with sand.

[Race Car Driver]

I think I know where your sweet spot is.... right arm on the sofa arm, all cozy and stuff.

Nice system!!

Yup, very much so.
Cozy, comfy and keeping me up late at night, just listening to music.
Now I need to get someting to put my feet up on... the coffee table just isnt doing it. :lol:

Thanks all.

[Ultrasonic]

Just a quick update
got a new amp and cdp
next will be a pair of Nautilus 803D's then expanding to fully blown AV-probably going to go down either the Rotel or Arcam FMJ route :T

The cdp is only an £800 design but i used my ears and not my ego for this one it outperformed the Tri Vista SACD player! A true bargain. Those still using their dvd players for music should get one of these and marvel at the improvement :rofl:

[Race Car Driver]

ohhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhh.
aaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaahhhhhhhhhhhhh.

[GregLett]

:drool:

[drsiebling]

Thanks to all of your for your advice on moving my speakers out of the corners of the room. Now that I've got the plasma and Panamax power conditioner in place, things are sounding (and looking) much better!

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Thanks again!

-Ben

[Race Car Driver]

Id have to agree! :T

[Joey_V]

That is plain pimp DrSiebling!

Once again, I love the flooring!

[caleb]

What is that black box in the lefthand corner?

Is it your sub?

[drsiebling]

It is, indeed, the sub!

[sharger]

My Set Up

Hi all..... First post so gonna kick off with my setup.

[DonH17]

ShadowZA how's that Krell 3250?

Here's my newly upgraded system:
System
Power-Amp 1: Krell KAV-3250 driving L/R Fronts + Centre
Power-Amp 2: Rotel RMB-1075 driving L/R Surrounds

Hi Shadow,

Can you compare the sound of the Krell 3250 to the Rotel 1075? I'm looking to pick-up a used Krell or Classe amp.

Thanks,
Don

[ShadowZA]

Hi Shadow,

Can you compare the sound of the Krell 3250 to the Rotel 1075? I'm looking to pick-up a used Krell or Classe amp.

Thanks,
Don

Hi Don

The Krell, in my opinion, is precise. It controls the speakers fully. I would describe the sound as being a full-bodied presence, effortless, not too warm though - but incredibly detailed and just the sort of sound that I seem to be in love with. The Rotel (which new, is about a quarter of the price of the Krell) is nothing to complain about at all either. Of course, it cannot control the speakers as well as the Krell, but for the price it is (again imho) a superb amp for what it can do - at it's conservative rating of 120wpc into 5 channels.

Classe, I believe, is a bit more warm sounding than the Krell.

Depending on the condition and age of the Krell & Classe amps on your shortlist, I'd take a listen to them if you can & then decide.

The funny thing is ... that had I remained with my N804's for the front end ... I would still want to have the Krell to drive them ... now that I'm experiencing it. One could say that the Krell may be a bit overpowering for the N804's but I would say that underpowering is more dangerous. The Krell, with it's great reserve of power, can control the N804's and make them perform at their very best.

My opinion is go for Krell or Classe.

[grit]

Hi Don

The Krell, in my opinion, is precise. It controls the speakers fully. I would describe the sound as being a full-bodied presence, effortless, not too warm though - but incredibly detailed and just the sort of sound that I seem to be in love with. The Rotel (which new, is about a quarter of the price of the Krell) is nothing to complain about at all either. Of course, it cannot control the speakers as well as the Krell, but for the price it is (again imho) a superb amp for what it can do - at it's conservative rating of 120wpc into 5 channels.

Classe, I believe, is a bit more warm sounding than the Krell.

My opinion is go for Krell or Classe.

I'll 100% ditto that, with nothing to add. Krell or Classe, take a listen and see which you prefer. You cant go wrong either way.

[caleb]

drsiebling - dont you find the bass a bit boomy with the sub in the corner?

[drsiebling]

drsiebling - dont you find the bass a bit boomy with the sub in the corner?

Not at all... it's probably hard to tell in the photo, but there is roughly 10" of space between the sub and the walls. I've also installed a small bass trap in the corner and have the sub placed on a very thick carpet. Without all of those things, the bass was boomy...

[Nolan B]

Made a few new additions and upgrades:

B&W FPM 6s (mains)
B&W FPM 4s (center and surounds)
B&W PV1

Rotel RDV1060
iScan HD
Rotel RSX 1067
XBOX 360

Fujitsu 50" (just purchased)
Richard Grey RGPC 600s (just purchased)

B&O AV Rack (custom fans installed)

[Matty]

Pv1

Man I love the PV1 looks fantastic just does not suit anything that I have.

Whats your expirance with it.

Is it everything that Ive heard about?

Whats your veiw on it?

[Nolan B]

Man I love the PV1 looks fantastic just does not suit anything that I have.

Whats your expirance with it.

Is it everything that Ive heard about?

Whats your veiw on it?

its a wolf in sheeps clothing. Every one who comes over to my place (HT enthusiast or not) admires it, then is blown away by it. Yes yo9u pay more for the look and dollar for dollar you may get more performance from other subs...but nothing beats it when taking into account the size and look.

It also works very well with the FPM series. You never get the feeling anything is lacking in the speaker set up with that combo.

LOL..as far as I know this is the only picture of a black PV1 on the net. I have looked before and couldnt find one...not even on the B&W site.