I have an Onkyo TX-DS787, PS3, Panasonic HD-3D tv and a Blu-ray. $800 to spend Which Bose system do I buy?
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I bought the Bose Acoustimass 10 Series IV Home Entertainment Speaker about 7 months ago. The cost was just under $1,000. The speakers are GREAT. Well worth the price! At the current price it is a great deal. I would not hesitate and buy these immediately!
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I'd personally wouldn't go with Bose. You can do a lot better. Look into any of the energy 5.1 systems which will be cheaper and have far superior sound and build quality in the same size package. Or if you can swing an extra 200 look into the SVS prime satellite speaker 5.1 speaker package in black oak for $1000. With out a doubt the best bang for the buck under 1k
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Not trying to be rude in any way just have been down this road a few times with building systems for friends with all sorts of different needs and wants with various budgets.
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My friend's Bose DVD player died and my front speakers don't emit sound- I consider Bose to be unreliable and don't sound that great. Four Infinity Primus P363 speakers cost $800 and probably sound much better. Bose has the advantage making tiny easy to hide speakers, with high "wife acceptance factor". Another friend bought a small attractive speaker-subwoofer system from Focal but it was expensive. I haven't kept up with the latest Bose models and can't give great advice- I'm using my rear speakers in the front and mostly letting the sound come from my TV. Every year they upgrade HDMI standards and I'm afraid to purchase anything; My friend's Bose DVD player died and my front speakers don't emit sound- I consider Bose to be unreliable and don't sound that great. Four Infinity Primus P363 speakers cost $800 and probably sound much better. Bose has the advantage making tiny easy to hide speakers, with high "wife acceptance factor". Another friend bought a small attractive speaker-subwoofer system from Focal but it was expensive. I haven't kept up with the latest Bose models and can't give great advice- I'm using my rear speakers in the front and mostly letting the sound come from my TV. Every year they... » Read More My friend's Bose DVD player died and my front speakers don't emit sound- I consider Bose to be unreliable and don't sound that great. Four Infinity Primus P363 speakers cost $800 and probably sound much better. Bose has the advantage making tiny easy to hide speakers, with high "wife acceptance factor". Another friend bought a small attractive speaker-subwoofer system from Focal but it was expensive. I haven't kept up with the latest Bose models and can't give great advice- I'm using my rear speakers in the front and mostly letting the sound come from my TV. Every year they upgrade HDMI standards and I'm afraid to purchase anything; « Show Less
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I'd say..get a PS3...it's a good blu ray player plus you get a console...it's a bit more expensive at $299 , but I think it's worth it...I've had mine for a year, and it's great for movies and games and more...at $100 ..it's hit or miss...but the sylvania blu ray might be what you're looking for..it's 129$ on Amazon...
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If you plan on using a 3D source (TV 3D, BluRay 3D etc) then you will need a 3D enabled/ready amp. Almost anything made in 2013 and above $300 will have what you need (again make sure "3D ready"). I love my onkyo's TX-NR414 & 717
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You would have to purchase a sound bar or similar product and connect them using the digital audio out on the back of the TV using a fiber optic cord. The Bose Cinemate series 2 would be a good example. I have the Bose solo. It sounds just as good and it only 3 or 400 bucks.
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Keep in mind you are comparing a $200 speaker to a $60 speaker, but given that I think the Amazon speaker holds its own. I wouldn't pay the premium for the Bose. Unless you just hate your money.
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I ended up ordering the SC HTB520 Sound Bar with the Wireless Subwoofer from Amazon for $252.95 to be added to my new Panasonic Viera 55" Plasma TC--P55GT31 (bundled with Skype camera, Blu-ray, pair of 3D glasses, and Avatar). I'll know in a few days if it was a good choice or not.
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I don't have a Bose system to compare too. But I am very happy with the sound. For what it is.. I am very happy with the bass. I have several large living room and kitchen and lower half of the house. And the speaker fills whatever room rather well. I like boston acoustics sound. And you can adjust the equalizer on the device your playing the music from. To get a better sound.I have a home stereo with a designated Velodyne subwoofer which is great, for real bass. But for $150 and blue tooth portable this is pretty darn good.
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The Sony system would be perfect for you. I actually got a second one for upstairs, or wife's TV two weeks after I purchased mine. I use to be a surround sound die hard, and this system does an amazing job for the price point given. The rear speaker wire will be minimal as you only have to run it from where you set up the wireless receiver. Set up is easy, quality is exceptional. And there is no comparison to true surround sound compared to just a sound bar. Also, the subwoofer is exceptional for the price point it is being sold to you for :).
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I don't have personal experience with the Bose, but online reviews rate both units very close. I CAN say this. The sound quality of the TDK A33 is excellent. I have not run into any battery issues but I have only used the unit around the house a bit. I do recommend the TDK A33, especially at this price point. I don't think you will be disappointed!
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I was looking at the same unit at BJ's... this would be an awesome system if it had digital connectivity for t.v.s but it just doesnt. You would be much happier with a Sony sound bar or maybe even the Bose cinemate if that fits your budget. After 2 months of research, i've decided to go with the sony DAV-HDX589W it's a much bigger system but it includes the wireless s-air rear speakers and it's on sale on the Dell website until 1/28/10 for $299 reg price 429.00 and delivery is free too.
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The two "cheapest" systems to consider are these...Denon DHT-391XP 5.1 Channel Home Theater System (Black) (Discontinued by Manufacturer)Onkyo HT-S5300 7.1-Channel Home Theater Receiver and Speaker Package with iPod Dock (Black) (Discontinued by Manufacturer)The Sony isn't even in the same league.If all you are going to connect is HDMI, get the Onkyo. If you have a Wii/VCR, get the Denon(it has HDMI up-conversion)
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I've read great reviews about Onkyo as a brand for receivers. Although i have a samsung 46" that i'm simply loving right now. the Samsung HT-BD1250 sucked so bad that i'm reluctant to trust Samsung for audio gear. It sure looks good though the new system.The 5300 Onkyo looks more upgrade friendly. But the SR608 is overkill for me so i'm not even going to bother drooling over it.
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for that kind of money--why buy anything with onkyo crappy speakers.. i am in the audio business and just received the onkyo 607 receiver 2 pair of bic america speakers "62 bic 10 inch sub 160 watts and bic #62 center channel speaker-- entire system was under 750 delivered to my door --no tax... your other option onkyo 607(with 6 hdmi inputs)polk 705 package 6 speaker including 100 watt subwoofer for 620.00 delivered.. my brother just got his 3 days ago.. he just loves the polk speakers...
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I love Bose. I would say Electrohome is not quite the same quality as Bose, but you're also paying less than half the price for it.
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Don't know about the Bose system, but the Boston Acoustics has a good bass sound without distortion. I use it in my bedroom, mostly to listen to jazz and it has a good balanced sound throughout the ranges. I'm quite pleases with it.
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I just don't like Bose. I think it is way over rated and not the best quality. The Klipsch sound system is fantastic - hands down.
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Looks like J&R; or just wait for the new Onkyo's to come out. I see Ebay still has them, if you like Ebay.