What to upgrade first? 5.1 home theater

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Mat-

Audiophyte
Hi guys first post here.
Ive done multiple research over the years about audio stuff and its been almost 5 year that i got my 5.1 home theater and looking to upgrade something that will help getting to the next level and would like your opinion on what part to change first that will really make an impact on the setup.

I know a little on general stuff , im just an amateur that love having great sound and picture for my money!

Room size: 2500 ft^3

Here what i got so far:

Speakers:
Paradigm cc-290 v6
Paradigm monitor 11 v6
Paradigm adp-390 v6
Paradigm dsp 3100 v2

Denon AVR-2310CI

TV:
Sharp Aquos LC-52e77un

PS4 bluray

I was looking toward my sub that could need an upgrade since i dont get my chest getting crush by it as i would like and was looking at a SVS PB-2000.
Anyway What would you change first!?

I can invest around 1500$ but this may change anytime depending on my hypetrain lol.

Thanks!
Mat-
 
BoredSysAdmin

BoredSysAdmin

Audioholic Slumlord
Yes, Your sub could definitely use an upgrade. Your room size (http://www.audioholics.com/loudspeaker-design/subwoofer-room-size) is close to be Large on that chart, but your sub is (my guess) certified for small rooms.
$1500 could get you decent amount of sub.

How many seating spaces do you care to have good bass at?
1-2 or more like 5-6?
If Prior - you could get by with one good sub, while for latter you pretty much must invest in two.

pb2000 is solid sub - no doubt, but this one will knock the socks out of it:
http://www.hsuresearch.com/products/vtf-3mk5HP.html
If your significant other's don't mind this pair: http://www.hsuresearch.com/products/vtf-3mk5HPDual.html could do serious internal wall restructure if you let it rip full steam :)
 
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BoredSysAdmin

BoredSysAdmin

Audioholic Slumlord
Just noticed - your TV is only 52". How far do you sit from it? If it's over 10ft - you should plan for larger TV. 65" at the least. No need for look for fancy features like UHD etc... just honest 1080p 65" panel will do, like this one (yes, I do this is is 4k panel, but it's harder to find TV at larger size without it :)
http://www.bestbuy.com/site/sharp-65-class-64-5-diag--led-2160p-smart-4k-ultra-hd-tv-gray/4970100.p?id=bb4970100&skuId=4970100

Option b) If you shop at costco: This 65" Samsung 4k panel will cost you $1100
https://www.costco.com/.product.100294277.html?krypto=vYSlnCxaqKSIMM3mCZITmu9LbSrbBMFGa4pHrwIbf%25252525252BU%25252525252BP2wITu%25252525252Bl1mB2uEj37L2r%25252525252B7cvrorQMeBn%25252525250Az6qmTsIkTi%25252525252FnRNZOWeG9hZU9xImC4aOjxNe%25252525252FDIV5l4IIRj51CylD
 
M

Mat-

Audiophyte
Hey guys thanks for thos quick answer I will need to look more into the sub i guess lol!

Yes, Your sub could definitely use an upgrade. Your room size (http://www.audioholics.com/loudspeaker-design/subwoofer-room-size) is close to be Large on that chart, but your sub is (my guess) certified for small rooms.
$1500 could get you decent amount of sub.

How many seating spaces do you care to have good bass at?
1-2 or more like 5-6?
If Prior - you could get by with one good sub, while for latter you pretty much must invest in two.

pb2000 is solid sub - no doubt, but this one will knock the socks out of it:
http://www.hsuresearch.com/products/vtf-3mk5HP.html
If your significant other's don't mind this pair: http://www.hsuresearch.com/products/vtf-3mk5HPDual.html could do serious internal wall restructure if you let it rip full steam :)
mostly 1 sofa (3 place) direct in front of the tv and middle of the setup.
So yes i guess one sub would be enough but i still heard good thing having 2, but would prefer i quality sub over 2 meh that fit the same budget.


Just noticed - your TV is only 52". How far do you sit from it? If it's over 10ft - you should plan for larger TV. 65" at the least. No need for look for fancy features like UHD etc... just honest 1080p 65" panel will do, like this one (yes, I do this is is 4k panel, but it's harder to find TV at larger size without it :)
http://www.bestbuy.com/site/sharp-65-class-64-5-diag--led-2160p-smart-4k-ultra-hd-tv-gray/4970100.p?id=bb4970100&skuId=4970100

Option b) If you shop at costco: This 65" Samsung 4k panel will cost you $1100
https://www.costco.com/.product.100294277.html?krypto=vYSlnCxaqKSIMM3mCZITmu9LbSrbBMFGa4pHrwIbf%25252525252BU%25252525252BP2wITu%25252525252Bl1mB2uEj37L2r%25252525252B7cvrorQMeBn%25252525250Az6qmTsIkTi%25252525252FnRNZOWeG9hZU9xImC4aOjxNe%25252525252FDIV5l4IIRj51CylD
youre right,im sitting more or less then 10 ft from the tv,i will go bigger once 4k tv go down in price and i got to update myself with all the tech going on about hdr and oled, remembering that i wanted a 4k oled tv but oled dont seem to become the next big thing i guess. And ya 65 inch will be pretty much a minimum lol

You may want to also check out the www.rythmikaudio.com, which could meet your needs also...
Thanks! will do!

I will need to do a good amount of research about all those sub and compare them.
thanks to all!

If you got more suggestion i will take them!

Also you guys know what could be a good upgrade for all my paradigm speakers, would the prestige line be a real upgrade to the sound quality, should i look to another brand ?

thanks a lot!
Mat-
 
H

herbu

Audioholic Samurai
need an upgrade since i dont get my chest getting crush
Completely agree on the sub upgrade.
Also agree on Rythmik. Look at this one: http://www.rythmikaudio.com/FV15HP.html

I have it and can guarantee it will crush your chest! You won't believe the difference!

And you're right about one quality sub to start. If you begin with 2 lesser subs, you'll eventually want to replace them both. If you start with 1 super sub, you can add a second one any time you want. Keep in mind that a second sub is not for more volume. It is so multiple seating positions get equally crushed. Your room may be fine with just one.
 
M

Mat-

Audiophyte
Completely agree on the sub upgrade.
Also agree on Rythmik. Look at this one: http://www.rythmikaudio.com/FV15HP.html

I have it and can guarantee it will crush your chest! You won't believe the difference!

And you're right about one quality sub to start. If you begin with 2 lesser subs, you'll eventually want to replace them both. If you start with 1 super sub, you can add a second one any time you want. Keep in mind that a second sub is not for more volume. It is so multiple seating positions get equally crushed. Your room may be fine with just one.
Will definitely have a look at those and compare all the option, this is gonna be fun! Just sad that the dollar is so low in canada... cost 30% more...

Thanks!
 
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Diesel57

Full Audioholic
Will definitely have a look at those and compare all the option, this is gonna be fun! Just sad that the dollar is so low in canada... cost 30% more...

Thanks!
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