M mach250 Audioholic Intern Nov 11, 2019 47 0 6 May 1, 2020 #1 This has been a work-in-progress for about 10 years moving around for work adding things here and there as time went by. Started off in Okinawa JP with a huge rear projection, Onkyo TX-SR876, Sony SS-F7000 towers in the four corners and Onkyo HTIB surround center and sub. Now I'm using the below equipment and will be going up in my attic once again to sweat and run wires. First time was cat6 ethernet and now it'll be 12/2 wires for the in wall and ceiling speakers. Eventually plan to replace the RP-600M's with 6000F's so that I can use them in my living room. ========================================= Audio equipment Espon 6050UB Marantz SR8012 Front L/R: Klipsch RP-8000F Center: Klipsch RP-504C Surround L/R: Klipsch PRO-160RPW Surround Back L/R: Klipsch RP-600M Atmos: Klipsch PRO-160RPC Subwoofers: HSU VTF-3 MK5 (x2) HTPC Intel i7-9700K Corsair H115i AIO ASUS TUF Z390-Pro Motherboard Corsair 2x16GB DDR4 3200 EVGA RTX 2080 Super FTW3 Samsung 250GB M.2 SSD WD 3TB Black HDs Corsair HX850i PSU 5x Corsair LL140 RGB case fans ========================================= This is my final layout plan. Would like to get an AT screen to place it forward of my LCR's. Sub placement isn't finalized here though. Entrance to the room when I first moved in During construction, wish the builder would have let me run network and speaker cable when prior to drywall. Monoprice 150" screen Running around in my attic Painting darker colors is a pain to avoid striping Still very happy with the quality of these blackoutez window covers. Was worried since these never get direct sunlight but have been up for years and there is no problems with them causing moisture buildup Mounted the screen Originally ran speaker wires under the baseboards/carpet edge, didn't want to mess with in-wall at the time but will be taking care of this soon Projector upgrade Subwoofers, first time having some real subs with before and after Klipsch upgrade Painting the speaker grills. For those thinking about doing this I recommend spraying. If you're using the same paint as your room get a foam roller to avoid clogging the grills holes. Some really old pictures of when I first got the 8350 Last edited: May 4, 2020 Reactions: Alex2507, afterlife2 and Pogre
This has been a work-in-progress for about 10 years moving around for work adding things here and there as time went by. Started off in Okinawa JP with a huge rear projection, Onkyo TX-SR876, Sony SS-F7000 towers in the four corners and Onkyo HTIB surround center and sub. Now I'm using the below equipment and will be going up in my attic once again to sweat and run wires. First time was cat6 ethernet and now it'll be 12/2 wires for the in wall and ceiling speakers. Eventually plan to replace the RP-600M's with 6000F's so that I can use them in my living room. ========================================= Audio equipment Espon 6050UB Marantz SR8012 Front L/R: Klipsch RP-8000F Center: Klipsch RP-504C Surround L/R: Klipsch PRO-160RPW Surround Back L/R: Klipsch RP-600M Atmos: Klipsch PRO-160RPC Subwoofers: HSU VTF-3 MK5 (x2) HTPC Intel i7-9700K Corsair H115i AIO ASUS TUF Z390-Pro Motherboard Corsair 2x16GB DDR4 3200 EVGA RTX 2080 Super FTW3 Samsung 250GB M.2 SSD WD 3TB Black HDs Corsair HX850i PSU 5x Corsair LL140 RGB case fans ========================================= This is my final layout plan. Would like to get an AT screen to place it forward of my LCR's. Sub placement isn't finalized here though. Entrance to the room when I first moved in During construction, wish the builder would have let me run network and speaker cable when prior to drywall. Monoprice 150" screen Running around in my attic Painting darker colors is a pain to avoid striping Still very happy with the quality of these blackoutez window covers. Was worried since these never get direct sunlight but have been up for years and there is no problems with them causing moisture buildup Mounted the screen Originally ran speaker wires under the baseboards/carpet edge, didn't want to mess with in-wall at the time but will be taking care of this soon Projector upgrade Subwoofers, first time having some real subs with before and after Klipsch upgrade Painting the speaker grills. For those thinking about doing this I recommend spraying. If you're using the same paint as your room get a foam roller to avoid clogging the grills holes. Some really old pictures of when I first got the 8350
M mach250 Audioholic Intern Nov 11, 2019 47 0 6 May 1, 2020 #2 Now I'm trying to decide on the couch riser and how I'm going to design it. Reactions: Danzilla31
M mach250 Audioholic Intern Nov 11, 2019 47 0 6 May 1, 2020 #3 Don't have a picture of my completed case on hand but here's a filler of the parts. Kids wanted the lighting, recommend turning it off when watching a movie if it's in the same room.
Don't have a picture of my completed case on hand but here's a filler of the parts. Kids wanted the lighting, recommend turning it off when watching a movie if it's in the same room.
William Lemmerhirt Audioholic Overlord Jan 8, 2017 12,005 0 113 52 May 1, 2020 #4 That’s a nice room man. Congratulations!!! If you want a different take on a riser, check this out. The Hideaway Theater Begin Edit * For those coming here to get details about the BOSS (Baffle Open Sub Shaker), those pictures and description start in Post 10 and there's a drawing and guidelines in Post 29 if you want to construct your own. Also, there's a few testimonials below from members who have built a... www.avsforum.com Reactions: panteragstk and Danzilla31
That’s a nice room man. Congratulations!!! If you want a different take on a riser, check this out. The Hideaway Theater Begin Edit * For those coming here to get details about the BOSS (Baffle Open Sub Shaker), those pictures and description start in Post 10 and there's a drawing and guidelines in Post 29 if you want to construct your own. Also, there's a few testimonials below from members who have built a... www.avsforum.com
D Danzilla31 Audioholic Spartan May 17, 2018 7,179 0 113 52 May 2, 2020 #5 mach250 said: Don't have a picture of my completed case on hand but here's a filler of the parts. Kids wanted the lighting, recommend turning it off when watching a movie if it's in the same room. View attachment 35902View attachment 35903 Click to expand... Nice room! If your wanting to look at ways to build a rider I think Gene posted wrote an article on here about how to build one
mach250 said: Don't have a picture of my completed case on hand but here's a filler of the parts. Kids wanted the lighting, recommend turning it off when watching a movie if it's in the same room. View attachment 35902View attachment 35903 Click to expand... Nice room! If your wanting to look at ways to build a rider I think Gene posted wrote an article on here about how to build one
Pogre Audioholic Slumlord Jul 29, 2016 16,146 0 113 56 Mesa, Arizona May 2, 2020 #6 I love new toys! I have a pair of those same subs and love them.
M mach250 Audioholic Intern Nov 11, 2019 47 0 6 May 4, 2020 #7 Another day, another round of mental planning...today is materials for sound deadening panels. Already have 10 yards of black speaker grill type material I bought from joann a while back. Just need the insulation and thinking about using MDF for the framing. Going to squeeze the extra .5 of depth so I only need one panel of MDF.
Another day, another round of mental planning...today is materials for sound deadening panels. Already have 10 yards of black speaker grill type material I bought from joann a while back. Just need the insulation and thinking about using MDF for the framing. Going to squeeze the extra .5 of depth so I only need one panel of MDF.
M mach250 Audioholic Intern Nov 11, 2019 47 0 6 May 7, 2020 #8 Can you wire two sets of speakers to the same output? I'm thinking that I might need to have a second set of surround speakers for my front row if I decide on this layout
Can you wire two sets of speakers to the same output? I'm thinking that I might need to have a second set of surround speakers for my front row if I decide on this layout
M mach250 Audioholic Intern Nov 11, 2019 47 0 6 May 14, 2020 #9 Has anyone ever bought anything from northern sound and lights? I found a middle atlantic rcs-3524 there with free shipping but then found I have to pay $2-300 for the guy to unload it from the truck to the curb. Don't know much about the site and wondering if the prices are too good to be true.
Has anyone ever bought anything from northern sound and lights? I found a middle atlantic rcs-3524 there with free shipping but then found I have to pay $2-300 for the guy to unload it from the truck to the curb. Don't know much about the site and wondering if the prices are too good to be true.
Pogre Audioholic Slumlord Jul 29, 2016 16,146 0 113 56 Mesa, Arizona May 14, 2020 #10 Never heard of them. Just from your description it sounds sketchy to me... Reactions: Alex2507
Pogre Audioholic Slumlord Jul 29, 2016 16,146 0 113 56 Mesa, Arizona May 14, 2020 #11 mach250 said: Has anyone ever bought anything from northern sound and lights? I found a middle atlantic rcs-3524 there with free shipping but then found I have to pay $2-300 for the guy to unload it from the truck to the curb. Don't know much about the site and wondering if the prices are too good to be true. Click to expand... I would not consider paying someone $2-300 to unload something from the truck to curb "free shipping". Seriously. *Edit: They do have an "A" rating with the BBB, tho... if it's the same company. Northern Sound & Light Inc | Better Business Bureau® Profile This organization is not BBB accredited. Audio Visual Equipment in McKees Rocks, PA. See BBB rating, reviews, complaints, & more. www.bbb.org Reactions: Alex2507
mach250 said: Has anyone ever bought anything from northern sound and lights? I found a middle atlantic rcs-3524 there with free shipping but then found I have to pay $2-300 for the guy to unload it from the truck to the curb. Don't know much about the site and wondering if the prices are too good to be true. Click to expand... I would not consider paying someone $2-300 to unload something from the truck to curb "free shipping". Seriously. *Edit: They do have an "A" rating with the BBB, tho... if it's the same company. Northern Sound & Light Inc | Better Business Bureau® Profile This organization is not BBB accredited. Audio Visual Equipment in McKees Rocks, PA. See BBB rating, reviews, complaints, & more. www.bbb.org
M mach250 Audioholic Intern Nov 11, 2019 47 0 6 May 14, 2020 #12 Pogre said: I would not consider paying someone $2-300 to unload something from the truck to curb "free shipping". Seriously. *Edit: They do have an "A" rating with the BBB, tho... if it's the same company. Northern Sound & Light Inc | Better Business Bureau® Profile This organization is not BBB accredited. Audio Visual Equipment in McKees Rocks, PA. See BBB rating, reviews, complaints, & more. www.bbb.org Click to expand... When I checked the bbb page it showed the same address as their website so it seems accurate. No reports on the company too.
Pogre said: I would not consider paying someone $2-300 to unload something from the truck to curb "free shipping". Seriously. *Edit: They do have an "A" rating with the BBB, tho... if it's the same company. Northern Sound & Light Inc | Better Business Bureau® Profile This organization is not BBB accredited. Audio Visual Equipment in McKees Rocks, PA. See BBB rating, reviews, complaints, & more. www.bbb.org Click to expand... When I checked the bbb page it showed the same address as their website so it seems accurate. No reports on the company too.
Pogre Audioholic Slumlord Jul 29, 2016 16,146 0 113 56 Mesa, Arizona May 14, 2020 #13 mach250 said: When I checked the bbb page it showed the same address as their website so it seems accurate. No reports on the company too. Click to expand... Yeah, I dunno. No experience with them. Looks like they've been around a while, according to that link above. I'd do some more research.
mach250 said: When I checked the bbb page it showed the same address as their website so it seems accurate. No reports on the company too. Click to expand... Yeah, I dunno. No experience with them. Looks like they've been around a while, according to that link above. I'd do some more research.
M mach250 Audioholic Intern Nov 11, 2019 47 0 6 May 21, 2020 #14 Decided on a Middle Atlantic RCS-2724 rack as it will be plenty of space for what I need. I will rethink the lower intake option so that will be an additional 2 spaces if I ever need it. Last edited: May 22, 2020
Decided on a Middle Atlantic RCS-2724 rack as it will be plenty of space for what I need. I will rethink the lower intake option so that will be an additional 2 spaces if I ever need it.
Pogre Audioholic Slumlord Jul 29, 2016 16,146 0 113 56 Mesa, Arizona May 22, 2020 #15 mach250 said: Decided on a Middle Atlantic RCS-2724 rack as it will be plenty of space for what I need. I will rethink the lower intake option so that will be an additional 2 spaces if I ever need it. View attachment 36339 Click to expand... Did you order from NSL or check into them any more? I am a little bit curious. On the surface they look sketchy to me, but their BBB entry lends them some legitimacy.
mach250 said: Decided on a Middle Atlantic RCS-2724 rack as it will be plenty of space for what I need. I will rethink the lower intake option so that will be an additional 2 spaces if I ever need it. View attachment 36339 Click to expand... Did you order from NSL or check into them any more? I am a little bit curious. On the surface they look sketchy to me, but their BBB entry lends them some legitimacy.
M mach250 Audioholic Intern Nov 11, 2019 47 0 6 May 22, 2020 #16 Pogre said: Did you order from NSL or check into them any more? I am a little bit curious. On the surface they look sketchy to me, but their BBB entry lends them some legitimacy. Click to expand... I did go with NSL, if it turns out ok I'll be getting a $1000 rack for under $500 but with about $400 in freight and inside delivery. If anything it'll give me something to deal with the pass the time and then order it from another place for about the total out of pocket. I'll let you know how it turns out. Reactions: Pogre
Pogre said: Did you order from NSL or check into them any more? I am a little bit curious. On the surface they look sketchy to me, but their BBB entry lends them some legitimacy. Click to expand... I did go with NSL, if it turns out ok I'll be getting a $1000 rack for under $500 but with about $400 in freight and inside delivery. If anything it'll give me something to deal with the pass the time and then order it from another place for about the total out of pocket. I'll let you know how it turns out.
Pogre Audioholic Slumlord Jul 29, 2016 16,146 0 113 56 Mesa, Arizona May 22, 2020 #17 mach250 said: I did go with NSL, if it turns out ok I'll be getting a $1000 rack for under $500 but with about $400 in freight and inside delivery. If anything it'll give me something to deal with the pass the time and then order it from another place for about the total out of pocket. I'll let you know how it turns out. Click to expand... Eh, you're still $100 ahead if it works out, and I'll bet it does. Sounds like you do save a little, they just have a goofy way of charging.
mach250 said: I did go with NSL, if it turns out ok I'll be getting a $1000 rack for under $500 but with about $400 in freight and inside delivery. If anything it'll give me something to deal with the pass the time and then order it from another place for about the total out of pocket. I'll let you know how it turns out. Click to expand... Eh, you're still $100 ahead if it works out, and I'll bet it does. Sounds like you do save a little, they just have a goofy way of charging.
M mach250 Audioholic Intern Nov 11, 2019 47 0 6 May 24, 2020 #18 Couch is ordered as well, really like the modularity of the lovesac couches. Went with a big black rectangle and decided to leave the screen on the wall but will be raising it up a bit to help it clear the center channel on its stand. This picture is the most accurate to scale I could get everything using their websites couch configurator and some ms paint shapes.
Couch is ordered as well, really like the modularity of the lovesac couches. Went with a big black rectangle and decided to leave the screen on the wall but will be raising it up a bit to help it clear the center channel on its stand. This picture is the most accurate to scale I could get everything using their websites couch configurator and some ms paint shapes.
Pogre Audioholic Slumlord Jul 29, 2016 16,146 0 113 56 Mesa, Arizona May 24, 2020 #19 mach250 said: Couch is ordered as well, really like the modularity of the lovesac couches. Went with a big black rectangle and decided to leave the screen on the wall but will be raising it up a bit to help it clear the center channel on its stand. This picture is the most accurate to scale I could get everything using their websites couch configurator and some ms paint shapes. View attachment 36412 Click to expand... Ohh... they have a "couch configurator" on their site that you used to do that? Got a link to it? I want to find something like that so I can mock up my room.
mach250 said: Couch is ordered as well, really like the modularity of the lovesac couches. Went with a big black rectangle and decided to leave the screen on the wall but will be raising it up a bit to help it clear the center channel on its stand. This picture is the most accurate to scale I could get everything using their websites couch configurator and some ms paint shapes. View attachment 36412 Click to expand... Ohh... they have a "couch configurator" on their site that you used to do that? Got a link to it? I want to find something like that so I can mock up my room.
M mach250 Audioholic Intern Nov 11, 2019 47 0 6 May 27, 2020 #20 Pogre said: Ohh... they have a "couch configurator" on their site that you used to do that? Got a link to it? I want to find something like that so I can mock up my room. Click to expand... There is a "create your own" button here where you can put in the dimensions of your room. Reactions: Pogre
Pogre said: Ohh... they have a "couch configurator" on their site that you used to do that? Got a link to it? I want to find something like that so I can mock up my room. Click to expand... There is a "create your own" button here where you can put in the dimensions of your room.
