Need help with entry level system.

[Slapnutzz]

I'd just like to know what u guys would buy if u had x ammount of dollars.

I have bev high def and a 46in sony wega. I don't need killer volume or bass, just want clean sound. No need to shake the dishes and blow out windows.

I need a reciever and all speakers.

Any suggestions on best bang for the buck?

Say I wanted to spend 2k.. or 3k.. What should I be looking at and why.

Sorry for the general question but I'd rather ask you guys than a salesman.

thanks

 

[av-man]

Denon AVR2805 $899
Wharfedale EVO 30 $900 pair
Wharfedale Bipolar surrounds $370 pair (X 2 if you want 7.1)
Wharfedale EVO center 1 $400
Reel Acoustics RSW1215 250watt 12" sub $ 420 (ignor the stats on this one it hammers like most 15's)

You're under $3k for 5.1 and it's one you could be proud of.
If you want to cut a few dollars use the Wharfedale Diamond 9 series instead of the EVO's. The only major difference is the cabinets are not real hardwood.

 

[kay]

The Wharfedale Evo's are also MDF - just have real wood finish on top. But yes, I love those speakers. I'm busy trying to decide between them and the Diamond 9's - and it's a tough one The Evo's are just sooo pretty, but they cost about twice as much.

 

[av-man]

kay,
You are correct EVO is a Hardwood veneer where the diamind 9 has a vinyl veneer.
I have a set of EVO10's on stands in my showroom in the Rosewood finish. I also have a pair of the Diamond 9.5 and the center, but I haven't had time to install them yet. They are still sitting in the boxes.

 

[kay]

You're a lucky man - I love the Evo's! I can't believe that that's the only difference between the two though? I'm looking at buying a set of 2x9.4/2x9.1/9.CS for a very good price. I've heard them and they didn't sound as amazing as the Evo's, but they were brand new and not broken in yet. I believe Wharfedale's usually improve quite a bit with some running in. That's the only thing that's stopping me from going and buying the Diamond 9's tomorrow... ok, that and they're only available in black here

 

[av-man]

Kay,
Did you know that Wharfedale makes every piece of their speakers? As far as the difference between the two. My rep has told me that, so thats all I have to go on. I have only heard a pair of Diamond 9.2's and they sounded great pushed with a Denon 3805.

 

[Slapnutzz]

Hey guys, I bought a system. Keep in mind this is for a small room, 11ft wide X 15ft deep, and it's in a basement with 8ft ceilings and hardwood floors.
Nothing special at all, but cheaper than I could have built my own speakers for.

This is in cdn dollars...

Picked up...

Yamaha htr5860

Infinity Primus 250 towers
4 Infinity Primus 150's for surround
Primus center channel
a small ps-8 sub

I paid 1500.00cdn for everything.. +txs of course.. And I opted for the 10 year no BS replacement warranty for 150 bux...

Did I get a good deal? It sounds great in this room, and I plan on eventually using everything in the bedroom in a few years when I replace it with a better setup. I was worried the 8in sub would suck but im glad i didn't spend an extra 350 to get the 12in, that little 8 pounds this room...

I'm really happy with the sound, I can hear the vocals without straining, it's not too loud - but when the action starts it shakes the room. I also like the nightime viewing mode on the Yamaha. Works perfect.

Ohh yeah, I got some really nice chrome speaker stands from Ikea for 24.99 a pair!! They look great!

Thanks guys.

 

[kay]

Kay,
Did you know that Wharfedale makes every piece of their speakers? As far as the difference between the two. My rep has told me that, so thats all I have to go on. I have only heard a pair of Diamond 9.2's and they sounded great pushed with a Denon 3805.

Yes, I do know that - that's in part the reason why they're so good at the pricepoint.

I have seen the Diamond 9s (9.4 and 9.1 in particular) and compared them to the EVO 8 and 30 resp., they're similar in shape but I don't feel they're identical. Of course good technology trickles down and they probably share most of the driver/tweeter design, internal layout and bracing etc.

I just bought a Denon AVR-2105 and am considering getting a pair of Diamonod 9.1's for the time being, which can later become "zone B" speakers when I get the full B&W setup

 

[Buckeyefan 1]

Hey guys, I bought a system. Keep in mind this is for a small room, 11ft wide X 15ft deep, and it's in a basement with 8ft ceilings and hardwood floors.
Nothing special at all, but cheaper than I could have built my own speakers for.

This is in cdn dollars...

Picked up...

Yamaha htr5860

Infinity Primus 250 towers
4 Infinity Primus 150's for surround
Primus center channel
a small ps-8 sub

I paid 1500.00cdn for everything.. +txs of course.. And I opted for the 10 year no BS replacement warranty for 150 bux...

Did I get a good deal? It sounds great in this room, and I plan on eventually using everything in the bedroom in a few years when I replace it with a better setup. I was worried the 8in sub would suck but im glad i didn't spend an extra 350 to get the 12in, that little 8 pounds this room...

I'm really happy with the sound, I can hear the vocals without straining, it's not too loud - but when the action starts it shakes the room. I also like the nightime viewing mode on the Yamaha. Works perfect.

Ohh yeah, I got some really nice chrome speaker stands from Ikea for 24.99 a pair!! They look great!

Thanks guys.

Slap. Very nice setup. Infinitys are known for their smooth sound, and being well built. Excellent customer service from the parent company, Harman Int'l. The receiver was a great choice, too. Plenty of power on reserve when you need it. Yamaha and Infinity pair up very good. I had a stereo setup of the two brands about 10 years ago and loved it.