building my 1st home theatre system...suggestions

[bver88]

been out of 'hi-fi + stereo' for 25 years....now am returning and wish to build my 1st home theatre system...Music is VERy important to me, as is picture quality...thumping bass is not my scene nor are car chases and special effects...rugby on tv is important to me, most other 'sports' are not...a little confused about things like HDMI interfaces, THX certification..NEw vs used equpment?....how important are these? any suggestions...assistance is MUCH appreciated... thank you very much

 

[Gasman]

Start here - http://www.audioholics.com/buying-guides/system-buying-guides/
And then here on what to look for - http://www.audioholics.com/buying-guides/how-to-shop/

After choosing a system, then go here - http://www.audioholics.com/tweaks/calibrate-your-system/home-theater-set-up-basics-101

and for specific hookups (cables) go here - http://www.audioholics.com/education/cables/

Do not fall into the trap (hype) of marketing, specially on 'magic' cables.
9 times out of 10, the basic cheap cables will work for most needs (that is until you consider long runs of over 30 feet)

 

[Gasman]

Also to get ideas on how far you want to go with HT.
Look at the members system gallery, for ideas.
http://forums.audioholics.com/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=13