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Title: rj_md's small bedroom/condo setup
Post by: rj_md on Apr 30, 2016 at 06:54 PM
Hey guys!

After a relatively long hiatus from HT stuff, just finished building up a new one. :) It's in our bedroom in a condo unit, so the space is relatively small and the setup does give a pretty good HT experience for what it is.

Here we go, sharing the gear with a 5.1.2 config:
LG 65" UF860V
Anthony Audio Titus Gold FS
Anthony Audio Titus Gold Center
Anthony Audio Atmos Speakers, Front
Anthony Audio Atmos Speakers, presently used as surrounds
SVS SB-2000 + Auralex Subdude v2
Onkyo TX NR-646
Mede8er 500x2 + 4 bay external RAID 5
OTT MS8

(http://i1199.photobucket.com/albums/aa476/rj_md/DSC06526_zpsbmsnafmu.jpg)

(http://i1199.photobucket.com/albums/aa476/rj_md/DSC06527_zpsksphwjzv.jpg)

Thanks PDVD! :)
Title: Re: rj_md's small bedroom/condo setup
Post by: too jazzy cool on Apr 30, 2016 at 06:57 PM
bro.. even if they're aaudio speakers that's a pretty good setup :).
Title: Re: rj_md's small bedroom/condo setup
Post by: too jazzy cool on Apr 30, 2016 at 06:58 PM
congrats !!!
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Post by: geriboy on Apr 30, 2016 at 07:01 PM
Uy ang ganda ng setup ninyo, RJ. Congratulations!
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Post by: Pandidoy on Apr 30, 2016 at 07:02 PM
Congrats bro..nice setup  :)
Title: Re: rj_md's small bedroom/condo setup
Post by: zram18 on Apr 30, 2016 at 07:07 PM
Those speakers are designed for big rooms pwede rin pla sa small area for total movie immersion. Btw how big is ur small area?
Title: Re: rj_md's small bedroom/condo setup
Post by: geriboy on Apr 30, 2016 at 07:12 PM
RJ, tama ba ang nakikita ko. May stands ang titus gold FS mo?
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Post by: CoolTOYZPH on Apr 30, 2016 at 07:17 PM
Very nice. Congratulations!
Title: rj_md's small bedroom/condo setup
Post by: rj_md on Apr 30, 2016 at 07:56 PM
Thanks guys! The wife and I are pretty happy with it naman. :) The setup is meant for almost 97% movies/tv stuff. Overall i think maganda naman lumabas.

@gaijin - everything considered, though i guess you can "always" do better (hehe), the A Audio in our small room sounds pretty good. Thanks!

@geriboy - hey doc! Thanks. :) yes doc, the FS are elevated about 7" off the floor (spikes included). Just tried to line up the tweeters to near ear level. Thanks again!

@zram18 - our room is just around 10x13ft, the ceiling is about 9ft high. Medjo maliit siya talaga since nasa condo kami. And yes sir, plan was to get that movie house feel kahit na maliit room namin, so far so good. Thanks again!
Title: Re: rj_md's small bedroom/condo setup
Post by: rgbautista on Apr 30, 2016 at 08:01 PM
Aha, sa'yo pala yung Atmos speakers na nakita ko one time.  Congratulations on the setup, sir!  :-)
Title: Re: rj_md's small bedroom/condo setup
Post by: Nelson de Leon on Apr 30, 2016 at 08:07 PM
Congrats sir! Puyatan nights na.

RJ, tama ba ang nakikita ko. May stands ang titus gold FS mo?

Mukhang maliit na pedestal sir ano? I think the idea is itaas yun tweeters.
Title: Re: rj_md's small bedroom/condo setup
Post by: zonks on Apr 30, 2016 at 08:28 PM
mas maganda siguro yan may bass shaker sa ilalim ng bed
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Post by: at_sunset_blvd on Apr 30, 2016 at 08:37 PM
Panalo! & the ATMOS speakers looks great atop on the FS!
Title: Re: rj_md's small bedroom/condo setup
Post by: too jazzy cool on Apr 30, 2016 at 08:55 PM
mas maganda siguro yan may bass shaker sa ilalim ng bed

with a pb2000 you won't need a bass shaker :).
Title: Re: rj_md's small bedroom/condo setup
Post by: zonks on Apr 30, 2016 at 08:58 PM
with a pb2000 you won't need a bass shaker :).

lagay sa ilalim ng bed para mas feel yung bass
Title: Re: rj_md's small bedroom/condo setup
Post by: shoktongxxx on Apr 30, 2016 at 09:34 PM
wooohooooooooooo!! Congrats doc, kailan tayo dyan.  :D :D ;)
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Post by: JeromeA on Apr 30, 2016 at 09:45 PM
wow a audio. ganda sir.
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Post by: glennman on Apr 30, 2016 at 10:12 PM
Sir how,much po kuha nyo sa atmos speakers
Title: Re: rj_md's small bedroom/condo setup
Post by: rj_md on Apr 30, 2016 at 10:57 PM
Thanks mga sirs! :)

@rgbautista - haha, most likely sir, special request ko kay sir anthony. Thanks!

@Nelson de Leon - exactly sir, inangat lang konti para medjo ear level. :) thanks!

@zonks - haha, not a bad idea sir. But i think i get enough shake from the setup for now. Salamat!

@at_sunset_blvd - thanks sir, sir anthony was kind enough to take my request to have the width and depth of the atmos speakers match the FS. :)

@shoktongxxx - bro shox!!!!!!!!! Musta na? Sabihin mo lang kung kailan, hehe. Salamat. :)

@glennman - will PM you in a bit. ;)
Title: Re: rj_md's small bedroom/condo setup
Post by: choyb on Apr 30, 2016 at 11:50 PM
Let's be Proud of A-Audio speaker!
Congratulations on your great set up!
Title: rj_md's small bedroom/condo setup
Post by: ♡ lvcdg23™ ✌ on May 01, 2016 at 10:10 AM
Very very nice sir... Congrats!!!
For sure ang ganda ng detalye nyan sa movies and concerts.
That big center speaker is the "X-Factor" :)
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Post by: Courage on May 01, 2016 at 10:44 AM
Awesome setup sir. Congrats...Gande ng Center speaker, ang laki... Im a fan of big center speakers..
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Post by: stevesonk on May 01, 2016 at 10:58 AM
ang ganda... 8)
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Post by: jlaw on May 01, 2016 at 11:00 AM
OMG.no offense but I pity the neighboring units,  even downstairs and upstairs.
Title: Re: rj_md's small bedroom/condo setup
Post by: luis on May 01, 2016 at 11:06 AM
OMG.no offense but I pity the neighboring units,  even downstairs and upstairs.

he he he patay sila.  super immersive set-up!

congrats sir.   ;D
Title: Re: rj_md's small bedroom/condo setup
Post by: Blackstar on May 01, 2016 at 12:09 PM
Congratulations on the very nice setup sir! Musta naman yung vibrations and sound absorption ng condo nyo? Wala pa naman nagrereklamong neighbors? Same setup tayo (except for the atmos part. mine is just 5.0 and in the sala), condo rin using floor standers.
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Post by: sovrain on May 01, 2016 at 05:22 PM
Nice set up bro....bedroom pa lang yan....
Title: rj_md's small bedroom/condo setup
Post by: rj_md on May 01, 2016 at 06:00 PM
Thanks again guys! :)

@choyb - yes sir, partly the reason why i chose A Audio. Gawang pinoy. Thanks!

@Louie_18, @Courage - yes sirs, fan of the big center as well. This one from sir anthony surely delivers. Salamat!

@jlaw, @luis - haha, no complaints just yet sir. Elevated the sub with an Auralex, and elevated din ang mga FS, hopefully it helps with the rumbling. Thanks!

@Blackstar - haha, as i mentioned above sir, wala pa namang nagrereklamo. Your setup sir should be ideal para sa condo (5.0 - no sub), in my case, i really wanted a sub, so i got an Auralex hoping na makakatulong sa vibrations. So far so good. ;) thanks!
Title: Re: rj_md's small bedroom/condo setup
Post by: saolmatt on May 01, 2016 at 10:06 PM
sir saan niyo nabili auralex  ?
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Post by: shoktongxxx on May 01, 2016 at 10:49 PM

@shoktongxxx - bro shox!!!!!!!!! Musta na? Sabihin mo lang kung kailan, hehe. Salamat. :)

yun! sige doc PM kita sa FB pag may free time ako at pwede ka. :)
Congrats ulit! :D
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Post by: mbtorn on May 01, 2016 at 11:55 PM
Wow! Congrats! Linis ng set up! Like ko ung atmos speakers ni Anthony.
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Post by: archibaste on May 02, 2016 at 09:54 AM
Nice set-up brother...
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Post by: win826 on May 02, 2016 at 10:27 AM
nice!!
Title: Re: rj_md's small bedroom/condo setup
Post by: rj_md on May 02, 2016 at 04:17 PM
Thanks ulit guys! :)

@saolmatt - hi sir, got it from sir mike_c, seller of SVS subs in the Phil.

@shoktongxxx - sure thing bro! Sched tayo minsan, sabihan mo lng ako pag ready ka na. Thanks ulit! :)
Title: Re: rj_md's small bedroom/condo setup
Post by: ivannn on May 02, 2016 at 07:13 PM
Aha, sa'yo pala yung Atmos speakers na nakita ko one time.  Congratulations on the setup, sir!  :-)
How much did you spend for those speakers?
Title: Re: rj_md's small bedroom/condo setup
Post by: rj_md on May 02, 2016 at 09:47 PM
@ivannn - PM sent
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Post by: flashDB on May 03, 2016 at 05:02 PM
@rj_md - sir, where did you buy your rack? ganda!
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Post by: tein on May 03, 2016 at 06:35 PM
Very nice!
Title: Re: rj_md's small bedroom/condo setup
Post by: rj_md on May 03, 2016 at 06:51 PM
@flashDB - actually, i made that sir, haha. Decided to make it my personal project since i could not find any console table that matches my needs. Thanks for the nod! :)

@tein - thanks! Thanks for the med800x3d this afternoon as well. ;)
Title: Re: rj_md's small bedroom/condo setup
Post by: flashDB on May 03, 2016 at 06:53 PM
haha! nice! im looking for a rack similar or perhaps exactly like yours for easy reach on cleaning, wire mgmt, and movable. parang may gulong sir tama ba?
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Post by: rj_md on May 03, 2016 at 07:08 PM
Yes sir, merong gulong. :) same thing here sir, easier access for repairs and cleaning, and good ventilation for the gear. Good luck on yours!
Title: Re: rj_md's small bedroom/condo setup
Post by: docelmo on May 03, 2016 at 09:54 PM
Congrats doc! Nice to see another colleague here. I also have an A-audio speaker  the King IV for audio.
Title: Re: rj_md's small bedroom/condo setup
Post by: rj_md on May 04, 2016 at 09:01 PM
@docelmo - thanks doc! Wow, good catch on the King IV. Thanks again. :)
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Post by: tein on May 06, 2016 at 01:51 PM
Hehe enjoy the 800X bro. Big jump yan from 500X2..
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Post by: saolmatt on May 07, 2016 at 07:44 PM
ako run sir, pabulong. thanks
How much did you spend for those speakers?
Title: Re: rj_md's small bedroom/condo setup
Post by: rj_md on May 08, 2016 at 01:48 AM
@saolmatt - PM sent sir. Thanks!
Title: Re: rj_md's small bedroom/condo setup
Post by: dimfer on May 09, 2016 at 07:03 AM
congrats.. looks like a well sorted system. I am using an Onkyo TX-NR 737, I was looking at the 646 but the cheaper sale price of the 737 lured me... according to numerous reviews I've read, the 646 is very capable.
Title: Re: rj_md's small bedroom/condo setup
Post by: rj_md on May 10, 2016 at 03:54 PM
@dimfer - thanks sir! I actually just came from a 636...the 737 is a very good choice for sure. :) Yup, the 646 is pretty good, i would definitely recommend the 747 once you decide to upgrade. It addresses some of the issues of the previous models with the DTS-X upgrade option. Or better yet, maybe the 757? ;) thanks again.
Title: Re: rj_md's small bedroom/condo setup
Post by: joogeman on May 11, 2016 at 10:33 AM
Hey guys!

After a relatively long hiatus from HT stuff, just finished building up a new one. :) It's in our bedroom in a condo unit, so the space is relatively small and the setup does give a pretty good HT experience for what it is.

Here we go, sharing the gear with a 5.1.2 config:
LG 65" UF860V
Anthony Audio Titus Gold FS
Anthony Audio Titus Gold Center
Anthony Audio Atmos Speakers, Front
Anthony Audio Atmos Speakers, presently used as surrounds
SVS SB-2000 + Auralex Subdude v2
Onkyo TX NR-646
Mede8er 500x2 + 4 bay external RAID 5
OTT MS8

(http://i1199.photobucket.com/albums/aa476/rj_md/DSC06526_zpsbmsnafmu.jpg)

(http://i1199.photobucket.com/albums/aa476/rj_md/DSC06527_zpsksphwjzv.jpg)

Thanks PDVD! :)
where did you get that table =)
Title: Re: rj_md's small bedroom/condo setup
Post by: dimfer on May 11, 2016 at 10:49 AM
I think the 737 will stay for a while >:D I use it strictly for HT and quite a step up compared to my previous HTIB. The 646 was less than $200 more expensive than the 737 when I bought mine, and I could probably stretch the budget if so inclined, but I didnt. Main reason is I watch movies with my wife 90% of the time, and she complain when the sound is loud (same reason why I never upgrade my car's stereo/speakers), so the immersive effect of all the Atmos and other ek eks are usually suppresed. We were watching I Am Wrath last night, there was a bar scene, and the sound was actually pretty good, considering I am also using cheapo Mordaunt Short monitors as front speakers.

If I use the system for music, or I can crank volume way up when watching movies, then I would serious consider the 646.

how's the 646 compared to the 636? is having DTS-X a big upgrade?

I used to own a much more expensive receiver (Arcam Diva 300), but don't really miss it now that I use the Onkyo. I think Onkyo offers excellent value.
Title: Re: rj_md's small bedroom/condo setup
Post by: DTNS on May 11, 2016 at 11:12 AM
very nice system, rj_md!  :D


I'm curious, what do you think of the SB2000's performance for home theater?
Title: rj_md's small bedroom/condo setup
Post by: rj_md on May 11, 2016 at 05:29 PM
@joogeman - i made the table, hehe. Thanks! :)

@dimfer - Same here, mostly used for movies as the wife and i are very much into it more than music. Would most likely get a saparate setup for music if ever. As far as i know, i dont think the dtsx upgrade is released yet (the lack of material also makes it less of a priority). Its the little things, like improved accueq, lip sync, more minor adjustments on the fly, and overall setup  that makes the difference (and more of a "future-proof" update if anything)...Yeah, i personally can't justify any update for my receiver anytime soon as well. You're on spot with the great value part. :)

@DTNS - i think it's excellent! I used to have a ported downfiring polk sub. The boom was there of course, but a tad too boomy for the room now (condo unit). I thought going with the SB2000 would still give me that low sound without the boom but minus a certain amount of character to the low end. I was very pleased to get an even fuller sound than my previous polk, and without the muddy, boomy bass. A tighter, more controlled sound for sure, but enough body for an enjoyable ht experience, especially in our small room setup (without distubing the neighbors...the auralex helps as well). :) if in a larger room, and not in a condo, i would most likely consider a bigger, ported svs. The sb-2000 delivers for our needs without a doubt.