Marantz SR7007?
Looking at upgrading my receiver to one that accepts HDMI inputs and also that outputs HD sound.
So far it's looking like either a Denon 4520 or Arcam AVR380.
The Denon has much better connectivity, but the Arcam will undoubtedly produce better musical fidelity - however I do find the Arcam 280 a touch uninvolving when it comes to film effects.
The other consideration is the fact I don't need a 9 channel amp, but it seems all high end receivers are either 9 or 11 channel nowadays!
Specs of each receiver for those interested :
http://www.denon.co.uk/uk/product/p...metheatre&subid=avreceivers&productid=avr4520
http://www.arcam.co.uk/products,fmj,av-amplifiers,AVR380.htm
Or any other suggestions? Budget is £1000 to £1500, only needs to drive 7 channels (5.1 system but use the unused channels to bi-amp the fronts).
I would also look at Anthem.
I'd recommend looking at Integra amps
Still weighing up my options - being swayed by the beast of an amp that's the Denon 4520 though (bi-amped fronts and centre).
Bias lighting added :
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Those wires make me cry
Until all the equipment's in place it's not worth routing the wires.
Bring them all together in the middle of the TV, cable tie, then cable wrap them then hide that behind the TV stand, take you 5 mins
If the cables are long enough that is..
Why will they increase? There will only ever be one going to the tv won't there?
Will be at least 3. Power, HDMI, Optical. Then could also have TV feed.
Looks proper quality that showroom! I have just bought a house and the loft is open plan with plenty of space. Might get grafting to be able to have something like this up there!Our showroom Cinema Room is coming together little by little. Got the rest of the colour change LED lights working this week.
You said HDMI.
Anyone have an experience in wires into a Brick wall?
I live in a detached house and we want tv on the wall along with 2 front and a centre speaker. Obviously I want all wires hidden but since I've only ever done it with plaster board houses previous I'm in the dark. Wires for rear and sides are already under the carpet.
I'm assuming channeling into the brick work with ducting? Any pointers would be great though. Thnakfully I only need 1 hdmi, power and kinect cable for main install, then it's just the speaker wires
But my HDMI connections are going to increase, along with additional optical, so really not worth it. In 4 weeks it'll all be sorted
Why will they increase? There will only ever be one going to the tv won't there?
Will be at least 3. Power, HDMI, Optical. Then could also have TV feed.
You said HDMI.
Pardon?!
Exactly that, but while wall will need to be skimmed afterwards ideally to get rid of any signs of it.
I know I said HDMI? I'm confused?!
Are there any options to have sockets at the bottom on wall instead of wires hanging out? Female wall mounted hdmi kind of thing.
Massive wall so we want to get it skimmed anyway as it'll be having wallpaper once all installed
Why will they increase? There will only ever be one going to the tv won't there?
You can but from experience they are a little flaky.
I'd personally put a double gang socket top and bottom and get a double gang brushed outlet and make sure it's lower than your cabinet. Put some trunking in too do you can always put extra cables in.
As, seen as you're so interested, i'll be adding a Denon 3313 blu-ray player, and a Denon 4520 receiver. The new receiver will enable my PS3 and PS4 to be linked via HDMI, whereas the old Arcam only enables Optical audio connection and HDMI passthrough.
Any other issues?
Also heading to Richer Sounds Monday to view the VT65 they have on display to see if I notice the same 'issues' that I do with my set.
Is there a question in there? Only problem i can see is that you have a PS3 aswell as a PS4! lol
And yeah dont get me started on TV issues! i have banding on my 55HX853 and it does my swede in.
VT65 can be a bit pony with 50hz motion. IFC on mid seems the best balance for me. Minimum for 24p content, as mid seems a bit too smooth for movies.
Oh, and dear lord. Wall mounted TVs irk me. Everyone mounts them WAY too high. You'd think they watch telly standing up. Centre of the display should be at eye height when sat on the sofa. Sore neck FTL. Winds me up when I visit someone's house, and their TV is on the ceiling!
Anyone got some recommendations for a bit more of a budget home system? 4 speakers and a sub?
<£200?
Anyone got some recommendations for a bit more of a budget home system? 4 speakers and a sub?
<£200?
It's not under £200 but that looks like a really good deal for a system like that,