need some audio advice

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garrison

Enthusiast
hello guy's. i'am looking to buy this setup would really like your advice on this stuffmaybe there is something cheaper or better just let me know. yamaha htr5890 for $414.99 new. also wharfedale 9.6 spk. w/ evolution s/r both pair's $1000 new, diamound 9 cm center for $450, thinking of the svs pci 20-39 sub for around $600 am going for a 7/1 setup will get other spk later. my room size is 15 x 38 x 7.5 lots of music and lots of movies any replys.
thanks
 
PHYSTRAINER

PHYSTRAINER

Audioholic Intern
Hi there, I have the wharfedale 9.6's and have so far been quite happy with them except for use with heavy metal, then i find them needing a fine tune but have customised settings on my receiver to cope with different music styles.The centre is quite good too for the price bracket.
Where abouts are you situated? You can buy the 9.6's for around $650 cash and 9.5's for $500 in NZ and the centre for around $280 if you know where to go.
Have listened to alot of other speakers but most other brands i like would for the money have me buying entry level crap, whereas the wharfie's are mid level and sound very nice for the money.IHMO.
Like the sound of the SVS subs, but have not seen here in NZ yet.
 
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garrison

Enthusiast
wharfedale 9.6

Thanks phystrainer,for the imformation, i'am in the US. but would like a link to your purchase if you have one. i would have to check out the ship charge though.
 
jcPanny

jcPanny

Audioholic Ninja
Onix X-LS speakers

For an entry level system, check out the new onix X-LS bookshelf speakers from av123.com. They look great and have received good reveiws.

Also look for deals on the Yamaha RX-V2500 and 1500 receivers. in the $4-600 price range.
 
xboxweasel

xboxweasel

Full Audioholic
I'd stay away from the HTR series and suggest you look at the RXV series. They are a much better choice and don't cost that much more if you go for the 557 or 657
 
Pyrrho

Pyrrho

Audioholic Ninja
xboxweasel said:
I'd stay away from the HTR series and suggest you look at the RXV series. They are a much better choice and don't cost that much more if you go for the 557 or 657
The HTR and RXV series are virtually identical. They are advertised somewhat differently (with the HTR line they like to use the @ 1kHz power rating in ads, and the RXV line they use the 20-20kHz rating which is slightly less for the same circuits), and they have different cosmetics. But otherwise, they tend to be identical to their counterparts in the other line.

Take a look at:

http://www.yamaha.com/yec/products/receivers/receiver_main.htm

Click in the lower right corner on "What's the difference between the RX-V line and the HTR line?" You will get a pop-up that says:

What Is The Difference Between The RX-V Line And The HTR Line?


There are many similarities between these two product lines. The RX-V line and the HTR line are produced in the same Yamaha factory using high quality parts throughout. The RX-V and equivalent HTR models have the same warranty periods, the same manufacturer's suggested retail price, similar features, and similar remote control units.

There is a cosmetic difference found on the front panels of these two lines. The RX-V line maintains the traditional white colored lettering normally found on most Yamaha components, while the HTR line provides a slightly different approach. Yamaha has created a new look by using gold colored lettering in selected areas on the HTR receiver series. However, both the RX-V line and the HTR line feature high quality front panel construction.

The amplifiers in the HTR and RX-V units are identical but rated differently to comply with the accepted measurement standards of their respective channels of distribution. Both ratings are FTC approved and are designed to handle the dynamics of today's audio and video sources. The RX-V line has the power amplifiers rated from 20-20000 Hz. The HTR line has the power amplifiers rated at 1000 Hz. Both lines can reproduce the full frequency response of 20-20000 Hz.

The RX-V line is typically sold through Yamaha authorized audio/video specialty retailers, and is not available for mail order sales, phone sales, or internet sales.

The HTR line is sold through mass merchants, catalog retailers, and department stores. You may also purchase the HTR line through the mail, by phone, or at authorized internet retailers.

All transactions must be done through the authorized Yamaha dealer network. Any purchase made from an unauthorized dealer/retailer voids the Yamaha manufacturer's warranty.
 
Pyrrho

Pyrrho

Audioholic Ninja
garrison said:
hello guy's. i'am looking to buy this setup would really like your advice on this stuffmaybe there is something cheaper or better just let me know. yamaha htr5890 for $414.99 new. also wharfedale 9.6 spk. w/ evolution s/r both pair's $1000 new, diamound 9 cm center for $450, thinking of the svs pci 20-39 sub for around $600 am going for a 7/1 setup will get other spk later. my room size is 15 x 38 x 7.5 lots of music and lots of movies any replys.
thanks
I know nothing about the speakers you mention, but that is a great price for the receiver, which is a fine choice.
 
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