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Title: Cheapskate HT Build (Stage 3 pictures as of Feb 12)
Post by: kefq on Jan 06, 2017 at 03:15 PM: I am trying to build a dedicated home theater in a small room. I was watching a show titled Extreme Cheapskate, and decided if I can pull off and build a decent HT with cheapskate in mind ;D

So far here are the equipment I bought:

Fronts: Energy Floor standers Model A5+2 (Got these from clearance sale of AVDI) - Php 3,500
Subwoofer: 4 built in 8 inch active subwoofer Energy A5+2 - Php 0
Center: Kef Q9C (NOS came from Watt Hi-Fi, been in storage for 2 years) - Php 5,000
Surround: Energy Veritas (Got these from clearance sale of AVDI) - Php 2,500
Surround Back: Energy Encore (Got this from benzg of pdvd) - Php 1,500

Amplifier: Onkyo TX NR 809 (Got it here in pdvd) - Php 8,500
Source: Panasonic
Bluray with 500 GB HDD ( c/o Bhenard of PDVD) - Php 1,300
Projector: Marantz VP 12S4 (c/o Alice Go of PDVD) - Php 3,000
Projector Screen: 80inch fixed screen (c/o Bhenard of PDVD) - Php 900

Carpet: Almost new Imported from Japan will cover the entire room (Came from Japan Surplus) - Php 600

Will update on additional low cost materials and provide pics of the build.

Stage 1 Carpentry: 90% complete ( Jan 17, 2017)

Seating First Row: I got these 3 front row seats last saturday from Japan Surplus
Seating Second Row : I got this 3 seater recliner last December from Japan Surplus (middle can be retracted as cup holder)
Riser: I used an old wardrobe cabinet doors as platform for the stage

(https://i37.servimg.com/u/f37/12/07/02/65/dsc_0812.jpg)

(https://i37.servimg.com/u/f37/12/07/02/65/dsc_0813.jpg)

Front:
Equipment rack on the side and cabinets that will conceal all speakers.
Bulilit stage to get that theater look
That thing in the middle is a Sega HomeStar Planetarium that will project stars in the ceiling (with random shooting stars). Got it for 300 pesos from Japan Surplus.

(https://i37.servimg.com/u/f37/12/07/02/65/dsc_0814.jpg)

(https://i37.servimg.com/u/f37/12/07/02/65/dsc_0815.jpg)

Stage 2 Carpentry and Room Acoustics

Projector Screen Build - I painted the screen with a Nippon "Grey Knight" from Handy Man to give the DLP projector a boost in contrast ratio. Had it framed for 1.5k

(https://i37.servimg.com/u/f37/12/07/02/65/dsc_0816.jpg)

Acoustics Build -- I wanted to replace a worn out ceiling, instead I covered it with a rug made of bamboo sticks I got from Japan Surplus for 500 pesos , then painted it black. Hopefully it will have a sonic quality to diffuse sound.

(https://i37.servimg.com/u/f37/12/07/02/65/dsc_0817.jpg)

Absorber, corner base traps and Cloud Ceiling - Got a bunch of used rock wool from a defunct studio, Framed it and covered it with acoustically transparent fabric

(https://i37.servimg.com/u/f37/12/07/02/65/20170110.jpg)

(https://i37.servimg.com/u/f37/12/07/02/65/20170111.jpg)

Stage 3 - Accessories

Instead of painting the room, I covered it with black out cloth (curtain from handyman, which is on 50% off sale - Php 300).

If you notice the blue curtain from the initial pictures, that's the black out cloth I used to block any light and darken the room, which is really good for enhance PQ contrast ratio,

(https://i37.servimg.com/u/f37/12/07/02/65/20170213.jpg)

(https://i37.servimg.com/u/f37/12/07/02/65/20170214.jpg)

(https://i37.servimg.com/u/f37/12/07/02/65/20170215.jpg)
Title: Re: Cheapskate HT Build
Post by: esr101 on Jan 06, 2017 at 03:20 PM: Nice. Who says you have to spend a lot for HT satisfaction. By the looks of it, I think you've achieved your objectives.
Title: Re: Cheapskate HT Build
Post by: JeromeA on Jan 06, 2017 at 03:59 PM: Quote from: kefq on Jan 06, 2017 at 03:15 PM
I am trying to build a dedicated home theater in a small room. I was watching a show titled Extreme Cheapskate, and decided if I can pull off and build a decent HT with cheapskate in mind ;D

So far here are the equipment I bought:

Fronts: Energy Floor standers Model A 3.5 (Got these from clearance sale of AVDI) - Php 3,500
Subwoofer: 4 built in 8 inch active subwoofer Energy A3.5 - Php 0
Center: Kef Q9C (NOS came from Watt Hi-Fi, been in storage for 2 years) - Php 5,000
Surround: Energy Veritas (Got these from clearance sale of AVDI) - Php 2,500
Surround Back: Energy Encore (Got this from benzg of pdvd) - Php 1,500

Amplifier: Onkyo TX NR 809 (Got it here in pdvd) - Php 8,500
Source: Samsung Bluray with 500 GB HDD ( c/o Bhenard of PDVD) - Php 1,300
Projector: Marantz VP 12S4 (c/o Alice Go of PDVD) - Php 3,000
Projector Screen: 80inch fixed screen (c/o Bhenard of PDVD) - Php 900

Carpet: Almost new Imported from Japan will cover the entire room (Came from Japan Surplus) - Php 600

Will update on additional low cost materials and provide pics of the build.

grabe ang tiyaga mo mag abang sir ng mga ganito. ang swerte mo naman. maybe it's cheap because of its price, but ang performance ng mga to hindi nararapat sa cheap. congrats sir.. astig!..
Title: Re: Cheapskate HT Build
Post by: kefq on Jan 06, 2017 at 06:48 PM: Quote from: Emorej2015 on Jan 06, 2017 at 03:59 PM
grabe ang tiyaga mo mag abang sir ng mga ganito. ang swerte mo naman. maybe it's cheap because of its price, but ang performance ng mga to hindi nararapat sa cheap. congrats sir.. astig!..

Salamat Sir, abangers lang tlaga and a bit of luck, madaming great finds dito sa forum
Title: Re: Cheapskate HT Build
Post by: kefq on Jan 06, 2017 at 07:02 PM: Quote from: esr101 on Jan 06, 2017 at 03:20 PM
Nice. Who says you have to spend a lot for HT satisfaction. By the looks of it, I think you've achieved your objectives.

Salamat Sir, yes dapat hindi mawala sa objective hehe although sa carpentry ata ako madadale, arawan kasi bagal gumawa >:(

Ako nalang mag mamasilya and pintura para tipid :)
Title: Re: Cheapskate HT Build
Post by: JeromeA on Jan 06, 2017 at 07:07 PM: Quote from: kefq on Jan 06, 2017 at 06:48 PM
Salamat Sir, abangers lang tlaga and a bit of luck, madaming great finds dito sa forum
para naman makadale ka ng great finds dito dapat 24/7 ka naka antabay. ambibilis ng mga tao dito.hehe

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Salamat Sir, yes dapat hindi mawala sa objective hehe although sa carpentry ata ako madadale, arawan kasi bagal gumawa >:(

Ako nalang mag mamasilya and pintura para tipid :)

dapat sir pinapakyaw mo na. para di ka malugi. sasadyain talaga nilang bagalan yan pag arawan.
Title: Re: Cheapskate HT Build
Post by: shoktongxxx on Jan 06, 2017 at 07:33 PM: wow galing, congrats chief! ;)
Title: Re: Cheapskate HT Build
Post by: scoutie2 on Jan 09, 2017 at 02:29 PM: Panalo sa presyo Sir! Goodluck for dedicated HT proj. :)
Title: Re: Cheapskate HT Build
Post by: mbtorn on Jan 09, 2017 at 03:30 PM: This goes to show that a decent HT set up need not be expensive. Abangan ko ung build mo dex.
Title: Re: Cheapskate HT Build (Stage 1 pictures as of Jan 17)
Post by: kefq on Jan 18, 2017 at 08:15 AM: Quote from: mbtorn on Jan 09, 2017 at 03:30 PM
This goes to show that a decent HT set up need not be expensive. Abangan ko ung build mo dex.

Hi bro, thanks Updated: Stage 1 Carpentry 90% complete

Thanks shoktongxxx and scoutie2
Title: Re: Cheapskate HT Build (Stage 1 pictures as of Jan 17)
Post by: Jairus on Jan 27, 2017 at 05:27 PM: Great finds bro! Mag imbita ka naman dyan :D
Title: Re: Cheapskate HT Build (Stage 1 pictures as of Jan 17)
Post by: kefq on Jan 27, 2017 at 06:50 PM: Quote from: Jairus on Jan 27, 2017 at 05:27 PM
Great finds bro! Mag imbita ka naman dyan :D

Sure bro, pag natapos pa audition ko sa inyo. I will update the pics din, medyo outdated na, and marami na improvements hehe
Title: Re: Cheapskate HT Build (Stage 1 pictures as of Jan 17)
Post by: Cjtjader on Jan 28, 2017 at 09:18 AM: Way to go, Dext! 8)
Title: Re: Cheapskate HT Build (Stage 1 pictures as of Jan 17)
Post by: teokun on Jan 28, 2017 at 10:55 AM: Wow. Panalo lahat lalo na Receiver. Saan Japan surplus kau nabili sir?

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Title: Re: Cheapskate HT Build (Stage 1 pictures as of Jan 17)
Post by: kefq on Jan 28, 2017 at 07:47 PM: Quote from: Cjtjader on Jan 28, 2017 at 09:18 AM
Way to go, Dext! 8)

Thanks brader cal
Title: Re: Cheapskate HT Build (Stage 1 pictures as of Jan 17)
Post by: kefq on Jan 28, 2017 at 07:47 PM: Quote from: teokun on Jan 28, 2017 at 10:55 AM
Wow. Panalo lahat lalo na Receiver. Saan Japan surplus kau nabili sir?

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Title: Re: Cheapskate HT Build (Stage 2 pictures as of Feb 11)
Post by: kefq on Feb 11, 2017 at 10:06 AM: Stage 1 and 2 Complete - DIY Screen and Room Acoustics
Title: Re: Cheapskate HT Build (Stage 2 pictures as of Feb 12)
Post by: kefq on Feb 11, 2017 at 11:34 PM: Stage 3 - Accessories and Lighting
Title: Re: Cheapskate HT Build (Stage 3 pictures as of Feb 12)
Post by: Oldboyracer on Feb 12, 2017 at 04:15 PM: Well done kefq, looking good.
Title: Re: Cheapskate HT Build (Stage 3 pictures as of Feb 12)
Post by: techwar on Feb 12, 2017 at 05:07 PM: Wow nice!
Title: Re: Cheapskate HT Build (Stage 3 pictures as of Feb 12)
Post by: kefq on Feb 12, 2017 at 08:57 PM: Quote from: Oldboyracer on Feb 12, 2017 at 04:15 PM
Well done kefq, looking good.

Thank You sir can't wait also to see your project
Title: Re: Cheapskate HT Build (Stage 3 pictures as of Feb 12)
Post by: kefq on Feb 12, 2017 at 08:58 PM: Quote from: techwar on Feb 12, 2017 at 05:07 PM
Wow nice!

Thanks brader
Title: Re: Cheapskate HT Build (Stage 3 pictures as of Feb 12)
Post by: mbtorn on Feb 12, 2017 at 09:09 PM: Congrats Dex! Nabuo na din.
Title: Re: Cheapskate HT Build (Stage 3 pictures as of Feb 12)
Post by: kefq on Feb 12, 2017 at 09:10 PM: Quote from: mbtorn on Feb 12, 2017 at 09:09 PM
Congrats Dex! Nabuo na din.

Thanks bro, i'l post clearer pics.
Title: Re: Cheapskate HT Build (Stage 3 pictures as of Feb 12)
Post by: RXV on Feb 13, 2017 at 05:50 PM: Galing!
Title: Re: Cheapskate HT Build (Stage 3 pictures as of Feb 12)
Post by: kefq on Feb 13, 2017 at 06:01 PM: Quote from: RXV on Feb 13, 2017 at 05:50 PM
Galing!

Salamat boss
Title: Re: Cheapskate HT Build (Stage 3 pictures as of Feb 12)
Post by: esr101 on Feb 13, 2017 at 06:07 PM: Very nice build!
Title: Re: Cheapskate HT Build (Stage 3 pictures as of Feb 12)
Post by: kefq on Feb 13, 2017 at 06:07 PM: btw, instead of painting the room, I covered it with black out cloth (curtain from handyman, which is on 50% off sale - Php 300).

If you notice the blue curtain from the initial pictures, that's the black out cloth I used to block any light and darken the room, which is really good for enhance PQ contrast ratio,
Title: Re: Cheapskate HT Build (Stage 3 pictures as of Feb 12)
Post by: kefq on Feb 13, 2017 at 06:14 PM: Quote from: esr101 on Feb 13, 2017 at 06:07 PM
Very nice build!

Thanks sir
Title: Re: Cheapskate HT Build (Stage 3 pictures as of Feb 12)
Post by: cyberdraven on Feb 13, 2017 at 06:28 PM: Uy! Makapunta nga sa handyman. I also need blackout drapes. Thanks for the tip!

Very good built! Congrats!
Title: Re: Cheapskate HT Build (Stage 3 pictures as of Feb 12)
Post by: synchro_01 on Feb 13, 2017 at 07:24 PM: This is a nice build kefq. One that you can be totally proud of.

Hope it brings countless hours of enjoyment to your family.
Title: Re: Cheapskate HT Build (Stage 3 pictures as of Feb 12)
Post by: kefq on Feb 13, 2017 at 08:31 PM: Quote from: cyberdraven on Feb 13, 2017 at 06:28 PM
Uy! Makapunta nga sa handyman. I also need blackout drapes. Thanks for the tip!

Very good built! Congrats!

Available colors are blue, black, violet and red
Title: Re: Cheapskate HT Build (Stage 3 pictures as of Feb 12)
Post by: kefq on Feb 13, 2017 at 08:33 PM: Quote from: synchro_01 on Feb 13, 2017 at 07:24 PM
This is a nice build kefq. One that you can be totally proud of.

Hope it brings countless hours of enjoyment to your family.

Thanks sir. The kids are really enjoying it.
Title: Re: Cheapskate HT Build (Stage 3 pictures as of Feb 12)
Post by: junim23 on Feb 21, 2017 at 12:12 PM: San ka sir nakakuha ng acoustically transparent fabric? Pwede ba pinturahan yung ganon?
Title: Re: Cheapskate HT Build (Stage 3 pictures as of Feb 12)
Post by: kefq on Feb 22, 2017 at 08:32 PM: Quote from: junim23 on Feb 21, 2017 at 12:12 PM
San ka sir nakakuha ng acoustically transparent fabric? Pwede ba pinturahan yung ganon?

US Canvass, around Php 220 per yard. Not recommended / suited to be painted