I already planned this set up but ask kolang po yung mga advice nyo to be sure para maguide naman ako.
Yamaha RX-V557
Wharfedale 9 series
Front 9.5 or 9.4
Center 9CM
Rear 9.2 or DFS
Sub Velo 10
Hingi po sana ako ng feedback on this. Actually yung reciever maibibigay sa akin ng sale kaya hindi gaano masakit sa bulsa. I heard na mas maganda daw ang Mission in this way pwede nyo po bang i suggest ang maaring katapat para d2. Sir sa totoo lang hindi ko pa po na audition ang mga speakers na ito pero I guess it would be better if you can advise me ahead para hindi na makulitan ang bibilhan ko. Sino po ba ang pwede malapitans a mga stores incase na subukan kung mga ito. Yung patas lang po sana magbigay.
Thanks po.
Bro,
Most audiophiles or HT enthusiasts will recommend that you audition and listen first and not be hasty in your decisions when purchasing gears. Yes, you may read thru reviews or solicit for comments and suggestions, but all of these may just provide you ideas and not experience.
However, this may not be easy for those living in a location with very limited shops to visit. I honestly don’t know what to recommend for that right now.
If you’re really into HT, from my part, here are my suggestions. But don’t completely take my word for it, rather do more research, solicit more comments, and be patient. It is very frustrating on having to spend hard earned money for an Audio/HT setup that will disappoint you with its performance afterwards. I have been through it before and hopefully I can help as much as I can in preventing others make the same mistake.
1. Between Wharf 9.5 or 9.4, I would go for the 9.5. I heard both of these before and found the sound of 9.5 more dynamic. Also, I think the Wharf 9.5 will be the more efficient speakers, 9.4 = 6ohms, 86dB; 9.5 = 6ohms, 88dB. Plus, the 9.5 will have the much lower bass response at 30-24k @ -6dB, while the 9.4 only has 40-24k @ -6dB. If the price difference is small, go for the 9.5. Wharfs are very nice, warm sounding speakers. They are easy to listen to and very flexible, meaning they can be good for both audio and HT applications.
2. Between the Wharf 9.2 and DFS, that depends on the room setup. One factor would be the seating position. Are you seated close to the rear wall or do you have some space in between the rear wall and where you’re seated? But then, I will not pretend to be an expert here. I would prefer the 9.2, for the reason that I can use it also as a bookshelf speaker as an option to tryout separate integrated amps
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3. Regarding the Wharf 9CM, I saw the specs and I guess there will be no problem with it. I’m not so sure if this is the one I heard before in an audition I did. But is sounded good enough, though.
4. About your subwoofer, Velos have very good reputation for HT subs. But then you have a big room. If you have the budget, go for a Velo 12. This is if you really prefer the Velo product. However, there are other very good subwoofer brands also, like Dali Ikon Sub, M&K, JBL PB10 or PB12 series, etc. On the other hand, with the Velo 10, I guess there will be not much problem there. Just make sure you position it carefully in your room for optimum performance, like in a corner or wherever you hear (for you) the best non-directional LF response. Meaning you should feel the LF and not be able to tell where it is coming from. Now, if you’re really into optimum performance of speaker setup including the sub, get an SPL meter and a test CD. But that’s just me
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5. Finally, regarding the Yamaha RX-V557, it may become "under-powered" in the long run. At 90 watts per channel (maybe less when all speakers are driven) for a 12sqm room, I’m not so sure. Yes, it’s a bargain, I understand. But aside from the low cost of it, generally I think we have to consider also if the savings are worth the performance that we get or expect from the product we purchase.
It is because for me, after experiencing all of these, I believe one's satisfaction can never be compromised. In this hobby, often we say we will acquire something within our current budget only and be settled with it. But often that does not become true, does it? After a while, one will think if this really is the best that can be acquired for the money. You're thoughts will run around the idea that, if only I had been patient and saved a few more or put in a little more cash I could have had this other product or the next higher model which had these more features, and so on and so forth. Then after only a few months you would already be contemplating on the next upgrade. Afterwards, when you look back in the end, you then realize that you have spent so much already in upgrading this and upgrading that in just a year or even a few months, that the total amount of money could have bought the best product already.
Whew, what was that?! Oh, ignore that. That was just me griping.
Once again, if the price difference is not so much I suggest you go for a Yamaha RX-V659. I heard this unit before and it is quite good; laidback and warm sounding connected to Wharf speakers. Plus, the RX-V659 has YPAO, 192khz/24bit Burr-Brown DACs, pre-out terminals if decide to connect it to a separate power amp in the future, THX processing, Pure-Direct switch, accurate touch volume control, 64bit DSP LSI processing, digital video processing, a little bit more power, a much newer model, and so much more that the RX-V557 is not or does not have yet.
Here is a link about the RX-V659 for additional information:
http://www.audioholics.com/reviews/receivers/yamaha-rx-v659/overview-and-build-qualityThe price, last time I inquired was around 24k to 28k at Listening Room, SM Megamall (or is it Listening in Style?). Sorry, I often get confused between the two shops at Megamall and EDSA Shangrila.
6. If you are open for it, you try also other HT receiver brands like, Onkyo, Denon, HarmanKardon, Pioneer, etc. Just give them a listen if possible for you.
That’s it. Sorry I have to stop here. I need to go for breakfast, getting hungry already. Other kind hearted colleagues here maybe able to provide you more detailed information and other good suggestions (and without the griping, I suppose).
As for me, just wanna help in my small little way.
Cheers
