Recent content by alan22153

Thanks, I'll give that a try..btw I'm using bare wires. Are banana plugs easier? any affect to performance?

Hello, I'm just putting the finishing touches on my home theater/audio system. I've got an Onkyo 604 AV receiver and am awaiting some speakers I ordered from AV123. I currently have two very old Pioneer speakers (about 30 years old) hooked up to the receiver - with your bargain basement...

Hello, I'm just putting the finishing touches on my home theater/audio system. I've got an Onkyo 604 AV receiver and am awaiting some speakers I ordered from AV123. I currently have two very old Pioneer speakers (about 30 years old) hooked up to the receiver - with your bargain basement...

I need some advice on a DVD issue: My home theater is still in the infancy stage- I just got a panasonic plasma and I'm in the process of researching AV receivers, speakers, and subwolfers. In the meantime, I'm using a Zenith progressive scan DVD player which is about three years old to...

Arthur & Gene, No need to apologize. I appreciate any and all feedback. I'm about to delve into the world of speakers and subwoofers. There seems to be even more vendors to choose from in that area......wish me luck..

Well, thanks to everyone for their input. I have decided on the Onkyo 604, which I've ordered from accessories4less.com. Now, it's on to speaker selection. I'm sure I'll post a request for help on the speaker forum soon! I'm new here, and I do very much appreciate all the input I've been...

Also at Frys.com is this: JBL Balboa 30 3-Way Floor-Standing Speakers for $200/pair

This is being advertised at Frys.com. Anyone have an opinion on these speakers or this deal?

Thanks to everyone for the input. Arthur S - you mentioned Pioneer, Denon, and Yamaha. Are there any particular model numbers from those vendors with similiar features and price range of the 604? Frank A - I don't have any speakers as of yet. I thought I would start with the receiver and...

I need some help in selecting an AV Receiver. I just got a 42 inch Panasonic Plasma (720 dpi) for my basement, which will double as a home theatre and recreation room for my kids and myself. I’m not looking to get real elaborate with the home theatre setup – for budget reasons as well as the kid...