building a good sound system for music and movies under 1000$

[afterlife2]

Everything looks good except I'd still go for the 2x HB-1 MK2 Horn Bookshelf Speaker that BoredSysAdmin recommended earlier: http://www.hsuresearch.com/products/hb-1.html
center: http://www.hsuresearch.com/products/hc-1.html
or 2X Pioneers: http://www.amazon.com/Pioneer-SP-FS52-LR-Designed-standing-Loudspeaker/dp/B008NCD2S4/ref=sr_1_4?s=electronics&ie=UTF8&qid=1429140021&sr=1-4&keywords=Pioneer+SP-PK52FS
Center: http://www.amazon.com/Pioneer-SP-C22-Designed-Channel-Speaker/dp/B008NCD2EI/ref=sr_1_4?s=electronics&ie=UTF8&qid=1429211434&sr=1-4&keywords=pioneer+andrew+jones

Z i'm sure will chime in about those Yammys.

 

[zieglj01]

I will take them Yamaha speakers over Polk - however >>>

Since you have stated that you are more about music, then
these would be my 2 options.

Philharmonic Audio AA (Pioneer modded) - made for music >
and not really a wimp with movies.
http://philharmonicaudio.com/aa.html

Boston M250 tower speakers - good closeout pricing - sold each
And that tweeter is nice, and they are not a wimp!
http://www.accessories4less.com/make-a-store/item/bosm250ba/boston-acoustics-m250-2.5-way-floorstanding-speaker-each-black/1.html

I would look at the HSU VTF-2 sub
http://www.hsuresearch.com/products/vtf-2mk4.html

Or, Reaction Audio B-stock
http://reaction-audio.myshopify.com/collections/outlet

You have some interesting options in the thread - your call

 

[deeps]

Thanks for the inputs guys.. i would say 50-50 music and movies..

went ahead and ordered rx 2010 and 2 ns 777. will get the yamaha center too.
is the NXG Technology NX-BAS-500 the best option for a sub for < 300 ?

 

[BoredSysAdmin]

for new subs - NXG sub is probably better choice. If you could scour and find local used SVS or HSU that would be nice deal. I consider used good deal at 1/2 off msrp

 

[zieglj01]

Thanks for the inputs guys.. i would say 50-50 music and movies..
went ahead and ordered rx 2010 and 2 ns 777. will get the yamaha center too.
is the NXG Technology NX-BAS-500 the best option for a sub for < 300 ?

Not a bad choice - on receiver and speakers

On the sub, try it - if you do not like it, then send it back.

 

[deeps]

got my sub receiver and front speakers and they sound. great my center should arrive tomorrow. i am wondering if i should look into some ceiling speakers for my surround? anyone has any recommendations for good ceiling speakers for surround?

 

[deeps]

here is my final setup. and thanks Guys for all your help.. added 4 in celeing speakers jsut for surround and rear. and overall sounds awesome.. !!

 

[BoredSysAdmin]

Very Lovely minimalist/Eames era style mixed, but I can't help to wonder - why the heck you even bothered to ask for speakers advise here? Pretty much everyone one told to get different speakers.
Also can't help to notice you probably spend 4-5 times on the design/furniture more than this audio system. and Btw: IMHO nicely wood laminate finished bookshelves on stands would've looked better than these big ugly black towers.

Glad you like it

 

[deeps]

Very Lovely minimalist/Eames era style mixed, but I can't help to wonder - why the heck you even bothered to ask for speakers advise here? Pretty much everyone one told to get different speakers.
Also can't help to notice you probably spend 4-5 times on the design/furniture more than this audio system. and Btw: IMHO nicely wood laminate finished bookshelves on stands would've looked better than these big ugly black towers.

Glad you like it

well i started here with no clue about receivers and speakers and set ups. you guys did help me get started in the right direction and it was really helpful to pick my individual pieces. Love my NXG sub which you suggested and even with Yamaha receiver and speakers i think i was interested in them after you mentioned a Yamaha receiver and that's where i started to finalize my pieces.

 

[agarwalro]

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Very nice! I too love the minimalist decor.
That wall begs a 120" front projection setup .

 

[deeps]

Very nice! I too love the minimalist decor.
That wall begs a 120" front projection setup .

Thanks agarwalro. that will be my next project after i save up some good dough... the Tv is plasma though which i absolutely love.. doesnt match up to the Panasonic plasma i had earlier but its pretty good.. !! hopefully OLEDs become affordable in a few years too and would be another option..

 

[afterlife2]

Looks great man. Enjoy it to the fullest. By the way I recommened the NXG. Great looking pad.

 

[deeps]

Thanks Afterlife2...

and that Sub absolutely rocks... specially for the price... loving it more everyday !!

 

[afterlife2]

What No pics of the NXG?

 

[deeps]

What No pics of the NXG?

the NXG sub sits behind the couch.. but it makes quite statement when in action... !! thanks for recommending it !!!