Need some recommendations

[eggyhustles]

700 was the base limit..but if its worth the extra cash..i can exceed the budget to about 1000..

 

[Adam]

From what I've read, the Onkyo 506 is a good unit and should serve you quite well for a computer system (or an entry-level HT). The Dayton sub gets good reviews here, and the customer reviews at Parts Express are also very good.

So, that's roughly $204 (Onkyo) + $155 (Dayton) + shipping on the Dayton. Just FYI, shipping on the Dayton can be as high as $40.

If you're ignoring shipping in your budget, the you have $700 - $204 - $155 = $341 for speakers. I honestly don't know what I'd get in that price range. The Ascends that Mazer suggested have gotten some good reviews (that's my memory of those), as have several others in that price range. You have many options in that price bracket, ranging from internet-direct to main brands that you can buy locally or off the internet. My strong recommendation is to buy from someplace that will let you return them if you don't like them, preferably without a restocking fee or high shipping fees.

EDIT: I see that you're considering $1000 total. That gives you even more options (of course ).

 

[adk highlander]

also just noticed that setup exceeds my budget 236.77

do you think it would be worth it to save the extra cash for it?

For a computer setup I think the Klipsch sub would be fine. For HT I would go with the Velo. But it also depends on room size.

Or go with the receiver and speakers from vanns and they sub from one call that would make it 800 plus shipping.

 

[bandphan]

http://forums.audioholics.com/forums/showpost.php?p=452127&postcount=2

This is chris's suggestion in another thread, and would allow you to fall under your budget

 

[eggyhustles]

For now it will be a computer system ...the plan was to use it on the computer now..then use it as my HT when i purchase a new lcd for the living room.

 

[adk highlander]

http://forums.audioholics.com/forums/showpost.php?p=452127&postcount=2

This is chris's suggestion in another thread, and would allow fall under your budget

Well there you go. I would not argue with Chris.

Thanks Scott.

 

[bandphan]

For now it will be a computer system ...the plan was to use it on the computer now..then use it as my HT when i purchase a new lcd for the living room.

and......

 

[Adam]

http://forums.audioholics.com/forums/showpost.php?p=452127&postcount=2

This is chris's suggestion in another thread, and would allow fall under your budget

Excellent link, Scott! I saw that earlier (and didn't have time to read it) but forgot about it.

A number of the same recommendations show up there. Chris sure seems to know his stuff, so this might help you converge on a system.

 

[eggyhustles]

and......

what i'm saying is..i want a system that i can use as a HT later on..i don't wanna buy something for the pc for now..then not be able to use it later on

 

[Adam]

what i'm saying is..i want a system that i can use as a HT later on..i don't wanna buy something for the pc for now..then not be able to use it later on

Totally understand. I still say that the Onkyo is a good choice. It is a good entry-level receiver for a home theater system. It has some very nice features for that price. If you want to step up later, you haven't invested a whole lot of money on it.

For the sub, you've got to consider the physical volume (i.e. number of cubic feet) of the room that you'll have the sub in. If your living room is huge, then the Dayton might not cut it. You could, however, always add another sub later on when you move to the living room if you desire.

For the speakers - I'm still a fan of auditioning and deciding for yourself. Doesn't mean that you shouldn't give Chris' recommendation some serious thought. You could even PM him to ask if those speakers are good for a living room (when you'll be further away from them than you will be when you're at your computer).

 

[adk highlander]

what i'm saying is..i want a system that i can use as a HT later on..i don't wanna buy something for the pc for now..then not be able to use it later on

He was saying that because those choices will work fine for your application now and in the future.

Much of what we all like is personal preference so speakers are based on personal opinions. I try to only ever recommend what I have heard and always try and say to listen for yourself.

You cannot get to hear many different models to get an opinion yourself then you are relying on our opinions of what we like.

Chris knows the measurements side and builds speakers so he has expertise that I don't have. I would believe his recomendations would sound great for the budget.

In a large room that system will not work but moving from a computer room to a small living room will work great.

 

[bandphan]

what i'm saying is..i want a system that i can use as a HT later on..i don't wanna buy something for the pc for now..then not be able to use it later on

did you read the link? the system mentioned would be a very capable ht for the money and with dual subs

 

[eggyhustles]

Yeah...i can add more speakers and subs later on..by time i put it in the living room i was planning to hopefully have a 7.1 system..i will most def consider the onkyo

did you read the link? the system mentioned would be a very capable ht for the money and with dual subs

Yes..i've read it and will most likely consider that setup.

 

[jamie2112]

Can you audition the ushers? They are very articulate and the dayton sub would be a great starter sub as well. I would still advise as has been mentioned before to try an audition as many as you can . If you are not in an area to audition go with the ushers....... Just my opinion of course.....best of luck to you.

 

[eggyhustles]

I wish i can audition the speakers..but there are no audio places in my area..besides best buy and circuit city..

 

[bandphan]

I wish i can audition the speakers..but there are no audio places in my area..besides best buy and circuit city..

check with pro audio stores for the ones chris mentioned..

 

[Adam]

I wish i can audition the speakers..but there are no audio places in my area..besides best buy and circuit city..

The best place is to audition at home, if you can. Several places (like Best Buy, Circuit City, crutchfield.com, aperionaudio.com, etc.) will let you take home or order speakers, try them out, and them either bring them back or ship them back. I don't think that Best Buy or Circuit City have any restocking fees. Crutchfield is completely free shipping both ways (if order is over $249) with no restocking fees, and Aperion Audio (an internet-direct speaker house) is free shipping both ways with no restocking fees. Those are just examples - there are other places.

 

[eggyhustles]

Never thought about that..sounds like a good idea