Choosing between the Onkyo HT-S7200 or HT-S9100THX or an Onkyo Reciever and Klipsch Speakers Been researching and shopping for several weeks. Trying to decide on a Surround Sound system to match with Samsung LN52 850 series, Samsung blu ray and Xbox 360, all HDMI. Will be adding a Wii for the wife in the next month, but may put that in the bedroom. Big decision is the HTIB by Onkyo--either the S7200 or the S9100 or the Onkyo 607 receiver and Klipsch Quintet speakers and sub. Both the HTIB are 7.1, where the separate receiver and speaker is 5.1. Is the extra money on the separate components really worth it? Choosing between the Onkyo HT-S7200 or HT-S9100THX or an Onkyo Reciever and Klipsch Speakers Been researching and shopping for several weeks. Trying to decide on a Surround Sound system to match... » Read More Choosing between the Onkyo HT-S7200 or HT-S9100THX or an Onkyo Reciever and Klipsch Speakers Been researching and shopping for several weeks. Trying to decide on a Surround Sound system to match with Samsung LN52 850 series, Samsung blu ray and Xbox 360, all HDMI. Will be adding a Wii for the wife in the next month, but may put that in the bedroom. Big decision is the HTIB by Onkyo--either the S7200 or the S9100 or the Onkyo 607 receiver and Klipsch Quintet speakers and sub. Both the HTIB are 7.1, where the separate receiver and speaker is 5.1. Is the extra money on the separate components really worth it? « Show Less
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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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how can you make a fair comparison between a 5.1 system and a 7.1 system? no matter how great the speakers you buy with the 607, you will still only have a 5.1 system.
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What exactly do you mean that a 7.1 system will never be used? I was planning on getting a 7.1 and putting 4 speakers in the living room with the TV and two in the adjoining kitchen area. No? Do you still get surround sound with 7.1 and are the Onkyo speakers really that bad? I was looking at either the 7200 or 6200.
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You just need a average recever..i use onkyo 7.2 thx certified network recever, Two sony subwoofers, jbl.threeway front left and right book shelf speakers, sony 5 disk changer, and polk audio TL150 speaker 5 pack..my system rocks baby! I spent maybe$700.00.. Bobby satified custmer.
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ONKYO HT-S5500 7.1 Channel Home Theater..this is excellent unit, clear sound, very silent when no sound signal input received, no hiss, the house is shaking when i enjoy the sound & adjust in a higher Volume ( which my sister always complained..hahaha), there are lot of option for sound/video input, actually I set up a home theater in my room.. I hang a projector on the ceiling/ WD streaming player/ DVD player/ Tablet/ mini PC/outdoor antenna (no need cable subscription bec. i can watch what i want in streaming player & tablet will do. & unlimited movie on NETFLIX ($7.99/mth) & lot of choices pandora etc.(in addition a can listen radio station from my home country audio come out in ONKYO) all connected to ONKYO...one of the nice thing i want is the sound on TV in projector come out in ONKYO home theater, even you watch news/sports/movie..you got spectacular sound like watching live sports..sound option like home theater, TV logic/mono/direct/ neo cinema etc..before i went to sleep, i tuned to FM(Delilah station 106.7) it turn off automatically...sleep timer.other option i did not discover yet..
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Sound bars pretty much look like the center speaker you would have, but a bit bigger (depending on the brand and version) and attempt to emulate a surround sound experience.Obviously, you never get the full surround sound you will have with your 5.1 system, but it saves you alot of space, almost no wiring (generally, it will be a cable hooked up to the tv, and another for the woofer, with some woofers connecting wirelessly). Would work best in smaller rooms, or for those looking to augment the typically poor sound emanating from the flat screen tvs. Their prices vary from under $100 up to $1500+ Amazon has a huge selection. While at bestbuy, I listened to a few of them, with the Sony CT150 and the PolkAudio 3000/6000 producing the best sound for my taste (samsungs were horrid, and Boston Acoustic [dont remember which one] seemed muffled).
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Did you go with the TX-SR606? I got it a few months ago and love it. It's a bit large but it handles all audio formats, so I'm happy with it. With HDMI cables (as with speaker cables) name brand means nothing. You will save a bundle if you just go with the cheapest ones you can find. Best Buy tries to sell the Monster brand HDMI cables for a hundred bucks or more. That is robbery. I got my three Belkin HDMI cables at Target for $40 each and I paid too much. Just get anything you see that is version 1.3 or better. As far as Blu-Ray goes, the PS3 is the best thing out there. It's a bit expensive though. So if you're trying to save some money, I have seen some good reviews for the Sony BD-S350. The DMP-BD55K looks nice too, as does the Samsung P2500. When it comes to deciding which one to buy, it all boils down to cost vs. benefit.
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The 6000 is good if you're on a budget, but you'll be happier watching movies with the 9000 if you connect the digital optical cable directly to a blue ray player or Directv receiver. The wireless subwoofer provides ample punch and the surround effects add enough realism to get a quasi theater feeling. In no way is the 9000 comparable to a true surround sound system, but for a small to medium size room it will do the job. If you plan to use an aftermarket optical cable installation becomes an issue because the soundbar will not sit flat on a shelf, because the optical cable plugs directly into the bottom. The 6000 is good if you're on a budget, but you'll be happier watching movies with the 9000 if you connect the digital optical cable directly to a blue ray player or Directv receiver. The wireless subwoofer provides ample punch and the surround effects add enough realism to get a quasi theater feeling. In no way is the 9000 comparable to a true surround sound system, but for a small to medium size room it will do the job. If you plan to use an aftermarket optical cable installation becomes an issue because the soundbar will not sit flat on a shelf, because the optical cable plugs directly... » Read More The 6000 is good if you're on a budget, but you'll be happier watching movies with the 9000 if you connect the digital optical cable directly to a blue ray player or Directv receiver. The wireless subwoofer provides ample punch and the surround effects add enough realism to get a quasi theater feeling. In no way is the 9000 comparable to a true surround sound system, but for a small to medium size room it will do the job. If you plan to use an aftermarket optical cable installation becomes an issue because the soundbar will not sit flat on a shelf, because the optical cable plugs directly into the bottom. « Show Less
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I was considering these as well. Interested to see what others post. Here is my research has yielded for 7.1 systems with Dolby True HD and DTS HD audio. A lot of people worry about upscaling, I only have blu ray player, so not much need for upscaling. Few do upscaling very well according to my research. Sony STR-DN1000: Nice HDMI connectivity, cleaner look, 100 watts per channel at 1% THD. I've heard upconversion is poor. $330 Sony STR-DH800: Does not upconvert analog sources. 100 watts per channel at 1% THD $250 Onkyo RC-160: Upconverts only to 1080i. 80 watts per channel at .08% THD $330 Onkyo SR-607: Upconverts to 1080p with okay quality, 90 watts at .08% THD $400 Pioneer VSX-919AH-K: .05% THD at 120 watts per channel, just 3 HDMI inputs, no upscaling capability $400 I realize these are Audio/Video Receivers, but it seems to me the main goal of most of them is for superior audio. After all, many TVs do a decent job making SD sources look better, even if you have to run an additional cable or two. To me, everything is going to be HDMI based, so I am leaning toward the Pioneer due to better power and less THD. $400 is very much on the high side of my budget. So if I decide to go with a cheaper receiver, I'll probably go with the Sony STR-DH800.
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I have used a Denon which is great but I since have upgraded (needed HDMI )to Onkyo and I like the sound that the Onkyo delivers a little better. I used the same polk speakers for both AVR'sThe Onkyo seems a little more bright which I like....sounds more crisp but some people don't like that crisp sound.Both brands are work horses so you can't go bad with either. Onkyo's much higherend Integra is nice also.So
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Thank you Donald for the response and the information! My only concern about the LN52A750 is no swivel stand. I may have to bite the bullet. Do you have any thoughts on the Samsung HT-X810 2.1 Channel Soundbar Home Theater System? The description talks about hanging, but says nothing about 'sitting' (which I would rather do). I can't handle a 7-piece surround-sound set. I definitely need more simplicity. I live in a historically registered home that is definitely not conducive to modern electronics! And this is one girl who loves her electronics! Any help you can give me on a soundbar would be once again, sincerely appreciated. Thank you Donald for the response and the information! My only concern about the LN52A750 is no swivel stand. I may have to bite the bullet. Do you have any thoughts on the Samsung HT-X810 2.1 Channel Soundbar Home Theater System? The description talks about hanging, but says nothing about 'sitting' (which I would rather do). I can't handle a 7-piece surround-sound set. I definitely need more simplicity. I live in a historically registered home that is definitely not conducive to modern electronics! And this is one girl who loves her electronics! Any help you can give me on a soundbar would... » Read More Thank you Donald for the response and the information! My only concern about the LN52A750 is no swivel stand. I may have to bite the bullet. Do you have any thoughts on the Samsung HT-X810 2.1 Channel Soundbar Home Theater System? The description talks about hanging, but says nothing about 'sitting' (which I would rather do). I can't handle a 7-piece surround-sound set. I definitely need more simplicity. I live in a historically registered home that is definitely not conducive to modern electronics! And this is one girl who loves her electronics! Any help you can give me on a soundbar would be once again, sincerely appreciated. « Show Less
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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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Hi Tony, your analysis was very useful. I'm considering the 830's or 820's for my home theater setup. I'm currently using the floor-standing S-10 studio series without a subwoofer, but I now need to switch to wall-mounted front speakers due to the layout of my room.My questions are:1. If I use the 830's or the 820's as my front speakers, will I need a subwoofer?2. I already have a center speaker (non-JBL). Do I need to replace it?3. As an entirely different option, should I just replace my entire speaker set with one of the better JBL 5.1 packages? That way, I ensure compatibility. I'm thinking maybe the Cinema 500 system or the CS-6100BG package.Thanks in advance for your tips. Hi Tony, your analysis was very useful. I'm considering the 830's or 820's for my home theater setup. I'm currently using the floor-standing S-10 studio series without a subwoofer, but I now need to switch to wall-mounted front speakers due to the layout of my room.My questions are:1. If I use the 830's or the 820's as my front speakers, will I need a subwoofer?2. I already have a center speaker (non-JBL). Do I need to replace it?3. As an entirely different option, should I just replace my entire speaker set with one of the better JBL 5.1 packages? That... » Read More Hi Tony, your analysis was very useful. I'm considering the 830's or 820's for my home theater setup. I'm currently using the floor-standing S-10 studio series without a subwoofer, but I now need to switch to wall-mounted front speakers due to the layout of my room.My questions are:1. If I use the 830's or the 820's as my front speakers, will I need a subwoofer?2. I already have a center speaker (non-JBL). Do I need to replace it?3. As an entirely different option, should I just replace my entire speaker set with one of the better JBL 5.1 packages? That way, I ensure compatibility. I'm thinking maybe the Cinema 500 system or the CS-6100BG package.Thanks in advance for your tips. « Show Less
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Apologies but we don't have any listing for Onkyo SBX-300 so we can't tell you which is the best.
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I have a Denon AVR-1912. Though it may seem expensive, it is very clean on sound quality and it is very powerful, and jam packed with useful features. I also use it with the Klipsch HD 500 and a pair of old KG 1's by Klipsch (Remember those?) and they sound wonderful. I have also an old 1980's amplifier by Denon that I use on a daily basis , and it still works wonderfully. I have had the AVR-1912 for a while now, and I don't see myself changing the receiver soon. I love Denon products, and they deserve consideration. The AVR-1912 isn't the only option, as other receivers by that company are cheaper, and sound well, but the 1912 is known by many sites as a very good receiver. Short term- Expensive Very Great sounding Long Term- Great Deal (Hopefully) Hope this helps!
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You ask for a subjective but my guess is that you would not hear a significant difference given the sound reproduction limitations of the soundbar. I own this AT soundbar and love it for what it is. Just about the perfect bedroom system where you can't, or don't want to, live with speakers everywhere. Newer tvs auto-detect the HDMI source. You do have to manually select the soundbar audio source, probably on the remote. The soundbar display shows the sources as S1, S2 etc so you have to remember which is which. This can be cumbersome I suppose but everyone here knows S1 is PS4, yada. So... HDMI sources to tv, audio sources via light pipe to soundbar. Select HDMI souce on tv and audio source on the soundbar remote. If you want to hear and enjoy the fancy decoding you should buy a great receiver and great 7.1 speakers. This AT soundbar is not a mini-7.1 system, it is a fat and usable 3.1 near 5.1 system.
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Hey James--I just finished hooking up my Onkyo HT-S5100 to my Panasonic blu-ray and Panasonic plasma tv. The sound is just amazing! Don't let the nay-sayers drive you crazy. You just hook up the HDMI to the player, Onkyo and tv. But I used a Toslink optical cable to feed the sound from the tv to the Onkyo.Uh, this was my first experience with optical cables. It took my two hours to realize there are almost invisible silicone covers on the tips. Two hours wasted--DOAH!
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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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Is a shame because Bose speakers and Onkyo receiver for $357 is a very good deal. I was looking for something smaller because of lack of space but I'll consider this thanks a lot for your help