Ok. So now that I have the big ass TV I need a new stereo to go with it.

Ive been looking at this one from hhgregg

http://hhgregg.com/ProductDetail.asp?SID=n&ProductID=20748&BrandStore=All

Does this look like a good system?



What I like best about this setup is the wireless speakers. But my dumbass question is. Will I be able to add additional speakers that I can put in other rooms? Preferably some water proof/marine wireless speakers I can mount on my deck.


Also one thing that bothers me about this setup is the rear speakers, they are wireless for sound but if you look at the video tour-features-S-AIR speaker system for surround sound it looks like the power for both speakers comes off one adapter. Where I want to put these 2 speakers is at the rear of my living room, which has an entrance to the living room, so the power wire would have to cross the doorway.. I suppose in the future when I tear up the carpet and lay down hardwood flooring I could hide the wire under the threshold... But I'd rather have independent power for each speaker.

3/7/2009 9:34:36 AM

No. General rule of thumb is: if you're serious about quality, don't waste your time with HTIB. I have never experienced an exception to this rule.

You're better off building gradually from the ground up, starting with a quality player, reciever, and set of mains. Later on, look for a sub, and lastly a center+surrounds.

[Edited on March 7, 2009 at 11:00 AM. Reason : ]

3/7/2009 10:50:23 AM

I am semi-interested in this topic too. I've been using the same AIWA stereo for 10 years and it's alright. The front speakers are pretty good, but the others are meh. The only reason I'm even considering replacing it it because the receiver is so dated (only analog inputs).

3/7/2009 11:06:30 AM

ugh.. This is why I've avoided buying a system for so long... I wouldn't classify myself as a sound snob or anything. Hell I've only listened to AM radio in my jeep for the last 5 years because my FM stoppped working So I probably wouldn't be able to see much difference in high quality speakers/etc.


Where is a good place to start looking at getting components separately then?

3/7/2009 11:19:43 AM

yeah, in that price range, you can DEFINITELY get something better sounding, if you want to forgo the wireless speakers (although if you really like the wireless, you can get a 3rd party adapter for ~$99).

Personally, i'd look for a good Denon or Yamaha receiver and buy the speakers that fill out your price range.

[Edited on March 7, 2009 at 11:51 AM. Reason : ]

3/7/2009 11:50:26 AM

^^ If you're not a snob, then stick with the cheaper stuff. No need to waste $.

But if you want to get into the hobby,

Quote :

"i'd look for a good Denon or Yamaha receiver "

and be sure it has a set of discrete analog audio inputs. If you decide to go this route, PM me and I can explain why.

3/7/2009 12:02:42 PM

http://onkyousa.com/model.cfm?m=HT-S7100&class=Systems&p=i



this is what i have. i can't really find anything at all to dislike about it.

HTIBs are usually crap, but onkyo's stuff is decent. the receivers are actual RECEIVERS with inputs and whatnot... hell, this one even does source upscaling w/ the faroudja enjine.

$899 for an upscaling receiver along with 7 more than decent speakers, a sub, and stands is pretty damn good. they have some cheaper ones as well, but i think they drop the upscaling.

3/7/2009 2:17:52 PM

I have the S5100 that's 2 models below ^that and I like it a lot. Ended up paying about $350 or so for it at Circuit City. For the price, I don't think you can beat it, but yeah it does skimp out on a few of the high-end features (notably upscaling (Which I really couldn't care less about) and lack of full HDMI support (which I do wish I had)).

3/7/2009 2:25:00 PM

I'll up the Onkyo HTIB systems. They're damn nice for what they cost.

3/7/2009 3:23:06 PM

Just ordered the HT-S7100. Looks like it has what I want except the wireless which I'll get a separate wireless adapter.

3/29/2009 8:51:30 PM