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Matt
I would like some recommendations for good audio speaker systems at a low price. I am on a budget, and would like to find a great sounding system with a subwoofer for $350-$550. I'm sure they're out there! Please help!
Thank you
Answer
Well, you're not clear on what exactly you need.
A good HT audio system includes a home theater audio receiver, a set of speakers, in budget systems, we're talking 5.1 systems, and maybe some of the source devices, such as a disc player, be it an upconverting DVD, or a BluRay.
The first thing is that the all in one systems that include the disc player in with the control unit are just garbage. They tend to have bad speakers, and ones which have proprietary connections, so you cannot use them without that system's control unit. Then, there's the fact that having the disc player be built in with the control unit of the system means that you cannot later upgrade it, and that if it breaks, your whole system is out of action.
No, if you want good sound, and good connectivity, plus the ability to upgrade one part of the system without replacing 100% of it, then you want a separate audio receiver, and a proper home theater speaker set made by a company that specialises in speakers.
A good pick on Amaz*n would be a Yamaha 371BL receiver, going for $190 (list price $250), then add a Polk 705 5.1 speaker system for $250 (list price of $600). Add in some 16 gauge speaker wire (100 feet for about $12), and some connecting cables (digital optical cable-connects TV audio out to the receiver, so that you can listen to the TV's sound through the HT system-$5; HDMI cables to connect the disc player to the receiver, then a second one going from the receiver to the TV, $3 each; and a subwoofer cable, about $8), and you'll be set for good sound for years to come.
Call that just under $500, all included.
Well, you're not clear on what exactly you need.
A good HT audio system includes a home theater audio receiver, a set of speakers, in budget systems, we're talking 5.1 systems, and maybe some of the source devices, such as a disc player, be it an upconverting DVD, or a BluRay.
The first thing is that the all in one systems that include the disc player in with the control unit are just garbage. They tend to have bad speakers, and ones which have proprietary connections, so you cannot use them without that system's control unit. Then, there's the fact that having the disc player be built in with the control unit of the system means that you cannot later upgrade it, and that if it breaks, your whole system is out of action.
No, if you want good sound, and good connectivity, plus the ability to upgrade one part of the system without replacing 100% of it, then you want a separate audio receiver, and a proper home theater speaker set made by a company that specialises in speakers.
A good pick on Amaz*n would be a Yamaha 371BL receiver, going for $190 (list price $250), then add a Polk 705 5.1 speaker system for $250 (list price of $600). Add in some 16 gauge speaker wire (100 feet for about $12), and some connecting cables (digital optical cable-connects TV audio out to the receiver, so that you can listen to the TV's sound through the HT system-$5; HDMI cables to connect the disc player to the receiver, then a second one going from the receiver to the TV, $3 each; and a subwoofer cable, about $8), and you'll be set for good sound for years to come.
Call that just under $500, all included.
what kind of speakers for big screen tv?
bellatrix2
i am getting a new big screen tv. they are trying to talk me into spending a lot of money on having them set up surround sound speaker system. i'm sure there is an easier and cheaper way, though i am a girl and don't know anything about speakers. can you just buy separate speakers and hook them up to the tv yourself? is there a good place like radio shack or something that can do it cheaply?
thanks!
Answer
If you don't just have to have the 5.1 surround sound, and your spending budget is important to you, I would recommend just going with a pair of floor standing front speakers and a receiver. I empasize quality over quantity, and quality doesn't have to be super expensive. However, if you go with the cheapest system you can find, you are really just defeating the purpose.
Here are a couple of choices for you to look at that will put you on the right path (ou can e-mail me anytime if I can help you more than I have given you to work with here)...
THE RECEIVER EXAMPLES:
- Onkyo TX-SR504 (~ $220 to $240)
- Pioneer VSX-516-K (~ $139 to $220)
- Yamaha HTR5930 (~ $170 to $245)
THE SPEAKER EXAMPLES:
- Infinity Entra Two ($39.95/pr.)
RARE DEAL -I might have to get a pair myself at this price!
- SDAT HD380 ($99.99/pr.)
I've owned this brand before, and I can tell you they are a good value.
- Athena - Audition AS-F1.2 ($249.95/pr.)
A very highly rated speaker for the money.
Radio Shack may have some good offers on receivers, but they don't have much good stuff in the way of speakers there. Make sure you browse their website before you go down to the store so you know what you're looking for so you won't waste your time and have the salesperson talk you into something you don't want for more money.
Best Buy and Circuit City are good places to go for what you're looking for, also Walmart if you have one locally. Again, browse their website first for deals, and your local paper so you are focussed on what you want and won't let the salespersonnel point you in the wrong direction where you will spend more money that you initially wanted to do.
Let me know if I can be of any additional help. If you don't already, you might consider a DVD player so you can play movies and your CDs at home too.
For most people, quality over quantity gives the most enjoyment in the long run.
Happy Home Theatering!
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If you don't just have to have the 5.1 surround sound, and your spending budget is important to you, I would recommend just going with a pair of floor standing front speakers and a receiver. I empasize quality over quantity, and quality doesn't have to be super expensive. However, if you go with the cheapest system you can find, you are really just defeating the purpose.
Here are a couple of choices for you to look at that will put you on the right path (ou can e-mail me anytime if I can help you more than I have given you to work with here)...
THE RECEIVER EXAMPLES:
- Onkyo TX-SR504 (~ $220 to $240)
- Pioneer VSX-516-K (~ $139 to $220)
- Yamaha HTR5930 (~ $170 to $245)
THE SPEAKER EXAMPLES:
- Infinity Entra Two ($39.95/pr.)
RARE DEAL -I might have to get a pair myself at this price!
- SDAT HD380 ($99.99/pr.)
I've owned this brand before, and I can tell you they are a good value.
- Athena - Audition AS-F1.2 ($249.95/pr.)
A very highly rated speaker for the money.
Radio Shack may have some good offers on receivers, but they don't have much good stuff in the way of speakers there. Make sure you browse their website before you go down to the store so you know what you're looking for so you won't waste your time and have the salesperson talk you into something you don't want for more money.
Best Buy and Circuit City are good places to go for what you're looking for, also Walmart if you have one locally. Again, browse their website first for deals, and your local paper so you are focussed on what you want and won't let the salespersonnel point you in the wrong direction where you will spend more money that you initially wanted to do.
Let me know if I can be of any additional help. If you don't already, you might consider a DVD player so you can play movies and your CDs at home too.
For most people, quality over quantity gives the most enjoyment in the long run.
Happy Home Theatering!
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