Author Topic: Upgrade 1, 2, 3 ... <lost count already> (Read 24022 times)

lncc63 · « **Reply #60 on:** May 13, 2011 at 07:45 PM »

Coming soon

avshop · « **Reply #61 on:** May 19, 2011 at 10:15 PM »

Quote from: lncc63 on May 13, 2011 at 07:45 PM

Coming soon

Rti a9 na.

Courage · « **Reply #62 on:** May 19, 2011 at 10:24 PM »

Quote from: avshop on May 19, 2011 at 10:15 PM

Rti a9 na.

Agree ako kasy Sir Marc. Ano pang inaantay?

lncc63 · « **Reply #63 on:** May 20, 2011 at 04:24 AM »

Forthcoming ... soon ... soon ... I hope

Stagea · « **Reply #64 on:** May 20, 2011 at 08:52 AM »

Quote from: lncc63 on May 12, 2011 at 11:50 AM

The good news is the Bluray player I have, a Sony BDP-S370, does and it can be set to output DSD (Direct Stream Digital). So now I have to find a SACD.

SACDs can be bought from Fully Booked High Street. Buy them now habang medyo madami pa. I don't think they're still restocking (they used to have a lot more). Yung BDs nila and DVD-As halos wala na.

Quote from: lncc63 on May 11, 2011 at 01:42 PM

Bro, would say the V3800 fits the bill? Among the mainstream AVRs, my impression is that the V3800 will do well with music.

I've yet to hear them with the A9s, but I suppose that they would do. These are fairly easy-to-drive speakers afterall.

Courage · « **Reply #65 on:** May 20, 2011 at 09:29 AM »

Quote from: Stagea on May 20, 2011 at 08:52 AM

SACDs can be bought from Fully Booked High Street. Buy them now habang medyo madami pa. I don't think they're still restocking (they used to have a lot more). Yung BDs nila and DVD-As halos wala na.

I've yet to hear them with the A9s, but I suppose that they would do. These are fairly easy-to-drive speakers afterall.

My Yammy 2600 sound good in my RTi A3, eh di lalo na yang V3800 with A9.... :0

lncc63 · « **Reply #66 on:** May 29, 2011 at 04:22 PM »

Update 8: Rack upgrade

Yeah no stands yet. I'm still mulling those over.

The pillows are my novice attempt at putting some bass traps.

Brought the HTPC (khuno) down and hooked it up to the AVR's multi-input ... complicated ... I'd rather use the XTreamer and listen or watch.

stan1196 · « **Reply #67 on:** May 29, 2011 at 04:31 PM »

nice rack bro.... eksakto yung csi a6 sa rack parang custom made.... is this sabre? how much did you get it?

lncc63 · « **Reply #68 on:** May 29, 2011 at 07:14 PM »

Yup the C6 just fits. I think its a Sigma ... not really sure. Got it from another Bro in the marketplace. IIRC, I think I paid 2k for it.

Got the stand for the gear from the marketplace too. Just enough room for the current gear and those in my roadmap.

Device Driver for the Eaton 5105:
http://powerquality.eaton.com/Support/Software-Drivers/Downloads/LanSafe6/UPSDriver_227.exe
http://powerquality.eaton.com/Support/Software-Drivers/Downloads/lansafe6.asp

lncc63 · « **Reply #69 on:** Jun 01, 2011 at 05:09 PM »

Upgrade 9:

Added a NEC CD-410 CD player courtesy of Bro Vhinx, and a Numark turntable courtesy of Bro DGOODS.

Time to let the kids hear the difference ... either way.

Next, I'll get an Hybrid SACD and see if my ears can actually appreciate the difference.

Not really an audio or HT upgrade but I also got 3 UPSes so the HTPC and the 2 XTreamers don't get corrupted from the recent blinks in our power. I've been doing "check disks" have been finding errors, all repairable so far, but better safe than sorry.

lncc63 · « **Reply #70 on:** Jun 21, 2011 at 06:38 PM »

Got me an audio only setup for my workshop, need to get back to some serious DIY.

* Yamaha RX-500U receiver
* Infinity RS225 speakers
* NEC CD-430 CD player
* HP Brio BA500 (P3 500MHz 328Mb RAM 4G HDD)

Of course the setup in the house is much better but I have to admit this system ain't bad at all. I'm even having second thoughts if I should keep it here in my dusty, oily, and damp workshop ... but then that's its purpose.

The HP by the way is what I use to play content from our NMTs. The CD player will probably be mainly to keep dust from getting inside the AVR :lol: ... the CD player is atop AVR and provides are roof over the ventilation holes.

Picture to follow but they'll not pretty

lncc63 · « **Reply #71 on:** Jul 13, 2011 at 07:19 AM »

The new AVR, a Yamaha RX-V3800, arrived ... upgrade 10.

♡ lvcdg23™ ✌ · « **Reply #72 on:** Jul 13, 2011 at 07:41 AM »

Quote from: lncc63 on Jul 13, 2011 at 07:19 AM

The new AVR, a Yamaha RX-V3800, arrived ... upgrade 10.

Wow!!!

Isang mabangis na AVR yan sir!!!
Musta ang performance compared to your previous AVR?

Pangarap ko ding magka Yamaha AVR in the far future

lncc63 · « **Reply #73 on:** Jul 13, 2011 at 09:54 AM »

Thanks Bro. My first impression is that the Yamaha is warmer sounding than the Pioneer but I need more time to fiddle with the controls and use it before I can form my concrete opinion.

I like the controls of the Yamaha more which are more ~~expensive~~ extensive and versatile, though those available on the front panel set seems a bit too minimalist for my taste. The lack of front panel controls is however more than made up for by those on the remote. The GUI seems better providing much more information.

I think I should raise the middle shelf of the rack so there is more space for ventilation.

audiojunkie · « **Reply #74 on:** Jul 13, 2011 at 12:00 PM »

Congats sa mga upgrades!...

seph1018 · « **Reply #75 on:** Jul 13, 2011 at 12:51 PM »

Congrats on all the upgrades sir...that Yammy AVR is awesome!!!

Cheers!

lncc63 · « **Reply #76 on:** Jul 13, 2011 at 06:31 PM »

Salamat mga bro. Hopefully I'll find more time to enjoy it ... haaaay.

lncc63 · « **Reply #77 on:** Sep 15, 2011 at 09:22 PM »

Here it is, FINALLY!

Got a pair of Polk Audio RTi A9 for the front from AVShop! I'll also soon be using at set of Polk Audio RM95s for the surround, surround back and presence speakers having also taken the generous offer of Sanjay though these are not yet to connected - need to buy pins.

Just so the picture is complete, we have a PA DSW 660 for the sub, and an PA RTi A6 for the center. The receiver is the Yamaha RX-3800 with a Cignal HD box, a Sony PS3 and Bluray player, and a XTreamer for sources.

Question now is what to do with the RTi A3 set, which I've been quite happy with. Maybe they'll go upstairs to our bedroom, or to my office, or maybe someone would like to offer a good price for them

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I'll definitely be disposing of the Wharfedale 10DFS we've been using for surrounds, so Wharf fans look out for those in the marketplace.

nogie · « **Reply #78 on:** Sep 15, 2011 at 09:28 PM »

Quote from: lncc63 on Sep 15, 2011 at 09:22 PM

Here it is, FINALLY!

Got a pair of Polk Audio RTi A9 for the front! I'll also soon be using at set of Polk Audio RM95s for the surround, surround back and presence speakers. Just so the picture is complete, though not visible in the picture, we have a DSW 660 for the sub, and an A6 for the center.

Not really sure yet what to do with the RTi A3 set ... maybe they'll go upstairs to our bedroom, or to my office, or maybe someone would like to offer a good price for them .

I'll definitely be disposing of the Wharfedale 10DFS we've been using for surrounds.

Ganda ng twin towers! How is it compared to your RTi A3? Congrats Bro.

jao143 · « **Reply #79 on:** Sep 15, 2011 at 09:32 PM »

congrats sir

lncc63 · « **Reply #80 on:** Sep 15, 2011 at 09:37 PM »

Not broken in yet guys so I'll reserve judgement till then. I did not really used to believe in speakers going through a break-in period but I've heard it with the A3s so I'm a believer now. What I can say is that with music I can now turn off the sub. While watching Thor though, there is nothing like having the sub on.

Thanks guys. Thank you too to all the PDVD members who've given advice and encouragement.

pa3ck608 · « **Reply #81 on:** Sep 15, 2011 at 09:39 PM »

very very very nice sir incc63!

congrats

Conan · « **Reply #82 on:** Sep 15, 2011 at 11:00 PM »

Looking good! Congrats!

audiojunkie · « **Reply #83 on:** Sep 16, 2011 at 12:41 AM »

WoooW!

daming bilog!..

wolazo · « **Reply #84 on:** Sep 16, 2011 at 06:57 PM »

sir can i buy your A3 for 12k?

lncc63 · « **Reply #85 on:** Sep 16, 2011 at 11:11 PM »

Quote from: wolazo on Sep 16, 2011 at 06:57 PM

sir can i buy your A3 for 12k?

I'm guessing, not decided at this point, these are very sweet speakers, but I'd say it would have to be a bit higher. It was actually the wife who suggested we put them in our bedroom though I honestly don't think they fit.

wolazo · « **Reply #86 on:** Sep 17, 2011 at 08:31 AM »

Quote from: lncc63 on Sep 16, 2011 at 11:11 PM

I'm guessing, not decided at this point, these are very sweet speakers, but I'd say it would have to be a bit higher. It was actually the wife who suggested we put them in our bedroom though I honestly don't think they fit.

how about 13k?how much do you prefer?

lncc63 · « **Reply #87 on:** Sep 17, 2011 at 01:17 PM »

Quote from: wolazo on Sep 17, 2011 at 08:31 AM

how about 13k?how much do you prefer?

Sounds better but I'm leaning towards keeping them. Just arranged to get stands from another Bro on Monday.

lncc63 · « **Reply #88 on:** Sep 17, 2011 at 01:44 PM »

Wasn't able to buy speaker wire as I had originally planned, ATM card got eaten

, so I just swapped a pair of the RM95 set with the Wharfedale 10DFS.

Anyone know where I can get stands for these RM95 speakers? Is gauge 18 wire enough? The RM95 speakers only have clip connectors.

Courage · « **Reply #89 on:** Sep 17, 2011 at 01:51 PM »

Quote from: lncc63 on Sep 15, 2011 at 09:22 PM

Here it is, FINALLY!

Got a pair of Polk Audio RTi A9 for the front from AVShop! I'll also soon be using at set of Polk Audio RM95s for the surround, surround back and presence speakers having also taken the generous offer of Sanjay though these are not yet to connected - need to buy pins.

Just so the picture is complete, we have a PA DSW 660 for the sub, and an PA RTi A6 for the center. The receiver is the Yamaha RX-3800 with a Cignal HD box, a Sony PS3 and Bluray player, and a XTreamer for sources.

Question now is what to do with the RTi A3 set, which I've been quite happy with. Maybe they'll go upstairs to our bedroom, or to my office, or maybe someone would like to offer a good price for them .

I'll definitely be disposing of the Wharfedale 10DFS we've been using for surrounds, so Wharf fans look out for those in the marketplace.

OHHH MY MY... Finally brader FINALLY!!!!!! Congrats bro.. you have both my dream speakers and dream AVR.... DROOL ako sa setup mo... Pwede ka na bang dalawin sa mga darating na weekends bro?