Pictures of your Rotel Set-up

[xixel]

I'm in the "Club" now hehe, just starting to build my *first* system, havnt got anything else yet so I can only stare at it.. but couldnt let this deal go, found a guy 30 minutes from me with a RB-1080 and an RC-1090, asking $1600 Canadian, I raced over, less then a year old, mint condition used in his office (hardly used)


Snapshot!

[sarsi]

Hi Xixel, the set look really nice especially in black. Now you need to go get a nice pair of speakers to go with it

[Kevin D D]

My Gear

I am new hear, so I will start with hello. Here is a look at my gear.Kevin D D

[PewterTA]

Looks good Kevin!

That's an interesting way to do the couches... I think I sort of like it!

[Nolan B]

I am new hear, so I will start with hello. Here is a look at my gear.Kevin D D

looks good. Why do you have all those remotes out when you have that nice sony universal?

[DrJRapp]

Some new stuff!

[Orange Peel]

Sweet pics Jerry, you can ignore the part in my PM about pics haha!!

[shadow]

Nice Summits Jerry! ;x(

Is there any way you can make the photos larger when you pull them up for viewing?

[rpm]

First Post:

This is my setup....pretty old-school compared to most of the gear in this forum but nonetheless still Rotel.

The TV, DVD, and Speakers were recently purchased new, however, when I first became interested in Rotel and HT gear I was in college w/a very limited budget. I started my addiction on evilBay about 5 years ago picking up a componet here and there for at least half of retail sometimes at 1/8th the cost of new! This system is quite sorted and I'm pleased with both the sound quality (esp 2-channel) and the relatively small dent in my bank account.

I designed and built the stand myself using hardwood, glass, and MDF. I used two 12v computer fans for ventilation (there will be glass doors on the front and this gear gets quite warm) and 12v automotive LED's for back lighting the shelves which are powered via an AC/DC converter that is switched on/off by the line conditioner.

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Cheers,
r.

[Nolan B]

First Post:

This is my setup....pretty old-school compared to most of the gear in this forum but nonetheless still Rotel.

The TV, DVD, and Speakers were recently purchased new, however, when I first became interested in Rotel and HT gear I was in college w/a very limited budget. I started my addiction on evilBay about 5 years ago picking up a componet here and there for at least half of retail sometimes at 1/8th the cost of new! This system is quite sorted and I'm pleased with both the sound quality (esp 2-channel) and the relatively small dent in my bank account.

I designed and built the stand myself using hardwood, glass, and MDF. I used two 12v computer fans for ventilation (there will be glass doors on the front and this gear gets quite warm) and 12v automotive LED's for back lighting the shelves which are powered via an AC/DC converter that is switched on/off by the line conditioner.

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Cheers,
r.

Dude, its nice to see someone put so much attention to detail when making a system. Nothing against others in this forum, but many (not all systems) are a nice looking components, and not much attention to hidding cables, furniture etc. You have done great job making your system look good. I cant comment on the components becuase I am not familiar with older Rotel, but im sure it sounds great. :T

[wkhanna]

That is an absolutely beautiful install. A true piece of craftsmanship from what I can see. Did you do the design on drafting/design software?

You might consider doing 'custom' as a profession, I’m sure some of the more monetarily advantaged out there would be very interested.

And don't be to quick to knock your 900 series gear, that is 'all' I have, but it still performs at a very high level, IMHO.

[PewterTA]

RPM, looks really good! I love those lighted shelves, that's what I'm going to do (at some point), I already have a 200watt silent power supply running 5 120mm fans for my system so I can keep the glass doors closed and it doesn't heat up inside (especially with the 1095/1080 in there... wow, hot!). I just need to get the glass shelving and LEDs to plug into the computer PSU and I'm all set!

One suggestion I do have though, it looks like everything is really close to the front wall... Have you tried moving your speakers out about 3 or 4 feet (since it looks like you'd have the cable length and trying that out!? I'd bet the imagine and soundstage would really grow and sound really good if you bring those speakers out more! Just a suggestion (since it looks like that'd be a quick and simple thing).

[DSGCobra]

mine.....

[rpm]

Thanks for the positive feedback!

wkhanna: Yes I designed the stand using SolidWorks 2k4.
pewterT/A: I just got this put together so I haven't played around with speaker placements very much but I will try what you suggested.

[abadr]

I'm new, so first of all, - hi everyone

My setup conists of:

RCD02
RA03
B&W DM602S3
with QED Cables all round

As i'm a uni student in the uk, and I spend all the money I make from design work on technology (note the mac, screen etc! ) I can't afford a proper hifi rack yet, so my rotel kit is nestled on top of an ikea cabinet I know placement isn't ideal either, but my cable runs are quite short, and my bed lines up directly with this setup

Everyone's systems look really nice - something to aspire to.

I really love the sound of my system, even though its only a few days old and yet to be put through its paces.

Best wishes to all

[PewterTA]

Hey, it looks good Abadr! I like the saw-horse table thing. That's awesome! ha ha!

Hey, everyone starts somewhere, looks like you are definitely off to a good start! DM602s are a great speaker to start off with and with all the info you'll gain from this and various other forums, I'm sure you'll find your perfect setup some day!

[Joey_V]

abadr,

Your system is clean and hi-end. Reminds me of mine.. . I like how you have a real speaker system hooked up to your pc. Great setup.

[abadr]

Hey guys,

Thanks for the positive feedback

A quick question- it seems as if the sound balance is somehow off - the sound from the right speaker seems louder that the left :S

Could this be because there is a bare wall next to the right speaker, but wardrobes and a bookshelf on the left?

Cheers

BTW Joey what's your system I? Ah, now I see the signature. I'm also considering upgrading my G5s stock sound - does anyone have any experience here? I was looking at an M-Audio audiophile.

[xixel]

I was bored, and had my macro lense out.. ruh roh!

[peterS]

[Isaac]

My Sound Room.

[tomm]

Here's my setup. Still wanting to add a stereo power amp or monobloc's to drive the fronts. RB1090 is the frontrunner atm.

[Joey_V]

PeterS,

Super RACK! I like it... maybe cuz it reminds me of my RC1070 and RB1070! Hehehe...

:T

[Nolan B]

I posted a couple pictures on the B&W forum when this set up wasnt quite done. Now with the PV1 and the custom table for the center chanel its complete. Since it has rotel as part of it I thought I would put the finished product here.

RSX 1067
RDV 1060
iScan HD
XBOX 360
Pure AV FP 30

B&W FPMs (FPM 6s for 2 channel and FPM4s centre and rears)
B&W PV1

Bang & Olufsen AV cabinet (custom Fan installation for rsx 1067
Bang & Olufsen Aluminum Cable Covers

[Joey_V]

Vancouver,

I really dont know where to start.. should I rave about the Rotel stuff, the TV, the BW speakers, or the room itself including the BO furniture? Super nice!

[Nolan B]

Vancouver,

I really dont know where to start.. should I rave about the Rotel stuff, the TV, the BW speakers, or the room itself including the BO furniture? Super nice!

Thanks man. I dont have many people come to my place so the only feedback I get is from my wife...lol!

appreciate it.

[spinners]

My humble set

Hi to all, I'm new to the Rotel club, and this is my humble set. There will be a RDC 1072 and RB 1080 very soon!

[spinners]

Now with the pictures. Didn't upload, hope now it does.

Rotel RSX 1056
Rotel RDV 1050
Klipsch RF 15
Klipsch RC 25
Klipsch RB 25
2x REL quake

Soon to come: Rotel RCD 1072, Rotel RB 1080.

[Kens1]

Very clean set up Spinners - looks great. I have the 1056 as well - get the 1080 you'll love the improvement especially for music.

[peterS]

[Mark_C.]

Since this thread started almost two years ago, my system has changed.

Edit: photo from about two years ago, on the right, added.

[Joey_V]

Mark,

You should post a side by side pic of your old vs new system.

[bzrk]

1068 + 1077 + rel storm 5 and some b&w stuff

[>>Angel<<]

Hi there,

This is really a teriffic thread to get inspired by others
Please find my setup attached:

- RSP1098
- RDV-1060
- RMB-1075
- PDP-506XDE (Pioneer Plasma)
- Mission M3 series speakers

Regards,
Angelo

[Joey_V]

Since this thread started almost two years ago, my system has changed.

Edit: photo from about two years ago, on the right, added.

Mark,

Nice to see the evolution of the system.. looks super nice! I like how the new setup is much cleaner and more "integrated" seeing as how the wood matches across the stand and the BW. Nice touch!

1068 + 1077 + rel storm 5 and some b&w stuff

Love the clean look and the nice projector setup. Also admire your speakers and your choice in a solid subwoofer.... great set up!

Hi there,

This is really a teriffic thread to get inspired by others
Please find my setup attached:

- RSP1098
- RDV-1060
- RMB-1075
- PDP-506XDE (Pioneer Plasma)
- Mission M3 series speakers

Regards,
Angelo

You have a very clean and pristine setup! I like the overall light-wood color of your room/equipment. I havent heard Mission before, but after seeing your stuff, I'll make sure to listen to them one day. Great setup!

[drsiebling]

You all have some amazing looking rooms! Here's my setup! Comments/Criticism? Just follow the links!

Rotel

Right Front 602s3

Left Front 602s3

Left Surround

Right Surround

Whole Room

Whole Room (Different Angle)



-BW

[mike c]

drsiebling, your right front speaker is a bookshelf and your left front speaker is a tower?

why so?

[drsiebling]

They are both B&W DM 602S3s... probably just a shadow or something :

You might also be noticing my sub which is to the left of the left speaker. Either way, the dark floors make it hard sometimes to distinguish between the objects in the room in photos...

[mike c]

They are both B&W DM 602S3s... probably just a shadow or something :

You might also be noticing my sub which is to the left of the left speaker. Either way, the dark floors make it hard sometimes to distinguish between the objects in the room in photos...

i see. must be a typo then (and the shadow)

nice setup!

[drsiebling]

Whoops! I didn't catch the typo! It's corrected now... Thanks for letting me know!

I appreciate the compliment!

I just added in a couple more photos to my original post...

[>>Angel<<]

Joey, thanx for your positive reaction, it is very much appreciated

At first I was very reluctant to the brand Mission, but after I listened to the M3 setup I was convinced that I had to look no further;-)

Nice rooms you all, can learn a great deal from your setups.

Angelo

[spinners]

Hello fellow rotelians,

Here is m new set-up, this time with the RB 1070. I have no problems at all with the components running hot. I can't believe how good Rotel matches with my Klipsch RF15.
Here are some pictures

[drsiebling]

Spinners,

VERY nice! Our room is going to be very similar to yours once the plasma arrives... Can't wait to get that bulky RPTV out of there!

-Ben

[PewterTA]

Drsiebling, have you tried pulling the 602s out from the side and front walls? It will make a HUGE difference in your imaging. You really are missing out oh quite a lot that the 602s can offer in the position you currently have them. Course WAF is always an issue.

But even as a quick test I'd bring them out and center them in the room more and you should notice a huge sound stage change.

It does look good though, I love the sound the 602s provide for their price. They are tops in term of price vs. sq!

-Dan

[drsiebling]

Hey Dan,

Since those photos were taken, the 602s have been moved about 2 feet out from the corners. You are absolutely correct: the soundstage immediately opened up a great deal. It made a huge difference!

Thanks!