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New member Username: Robmason10
Post Number: 1
Registered: May-05
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| Posted on Wednesday, May 04, 2005 - 07:29 am: |
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Apologies for how dunb this may sound but this audio is an unknown field for me.
I am in the process of purchasing a new sony plasma TV and want to get 5.1 surround kit at the same time. Questions:
1)Do I NEED a seperate amp or can the 5.1 system work through my DVD? (good sony dvd)
2) What is a good affordable 5.1 set-up
3) What is a not-so-good but very cheap alternative?
4) I have been offered 5.1 speakers and sub-woofer made by videologic for a very cheap pric (no amp) - any thoughts?
any other tips n tricks greatfully accepted
Thanks in advance
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Gold Member Username: Project6
Post Number: 2984
Registered: Dec-03
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| Posted on Wednesday, May 04, 2005 - 07:47 am: |
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1.) Yes, you need a separate amp...actually a separate receiver.
2.)A good affordable 5.1 set up is one that you can afford.
3.)No such thing as a not-so-good but very cheap alternative. See no. 2.) above.
4.) Pass on the video logic until you have made some research and a budget.
First let us start with your budget. How much are you willing to spend? How big is your room? |
New member Username: Robmason10
Post Number: 2
Registered: May-05
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| Posted on Wednesday, May 04, 2005 - 09:00 am: |
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Room is about 5m sqare
Budget - all inc I guess maximum of £400 |
Gold Member Username: Project6
Post Number: 2987
Registered: Dec-03
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| Posted on Wednesday, May 04, 2005 - 01:12 pm: |
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That is a very tight budget.
However, I can recommend the HK AVR130 coupled with Mordaunt Short Premiere. A nice little budget system a little over your budget, but you can use the Video Logic if ou have to. Just save up for upgraded speaker later.
What have you looked at so far? |
New member Username: Robmason10
Post Number: 3
Registered: May-05
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| Posted on Thursday, May 05, 2005 - 03:51 am: |
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Not looked at anything yet - right at the beginning. Ignoring the £400 budget what would be a good entry level system? |
Gold Member Username: Project6
Post Number: 2992
Registered: Dec-03
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| Posted on Thursday, May 05, 2005 - 11:53 am: |
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It would be good to know what you have available in your area as I am on the other side of the pond. |
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