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  1. Kevin Silence

    Need advice on Acoustic Research AR XP62

    Saw it mentioned here earlier and checked it out. J&R has the bookshelf Acoustic Research ARXP62 speakers on sale for $99 a pair, marked down from more than $400 pr. This includes a 6 1/2" aluminum woofer and a tweeter. They also have an AR center channel speaker, including two 4" midranges for...
  2. Kevin Silence

    Need help deciding - JBL Eseries vs Rocket ELT

    OK, I am building a new house. Room measures 20x19. I will prewire through the walls. Going with 5.1 at this time. Surrounds will be mounted from ceiling or from wall. I'm looking at JBL e10 for $99 a pair, E30 for $150pr and E35 center for $150. I would put this with a Dayton 10" sub for...
  3. Kevin Silence

    Would JBL n24 timbre match the newer JBL E series center?? any thoughts??

    I'm limited on budget. Should have gotten the NSP set a few years back. GRRR. Nonetheless, I can still get the N24 surrounds from BHPHOTO ($69/pr), but no N Center. Do you think the E25 or 35 Center will match in sound likeness? I appreciate any follow up. Thanks.
  4. Kevin Silence

    Jbl Nsp1 series II

    Please provide more detail as to the condition of the speakers... how old, any defects besides minor scratches, how do they sound? How have they been used, in what type system, the amount of usage, etc.
  5. Kevin Silence

    Non-progressive vs progessive scan difference??

    OK, I now have a 56" HDTV, but I am still using a non-progressive scan dvd player. It looks great to me, but... if I upgrade to a progressive-scan player, will it make a big difference or not. I am looking at purchasing the Panny CP-72. I've read all the reviews. I'm just looking for some honest...
  6. Kevin Silence

    Toshiba Cinema Series 50AX60A

    No, this TV is not an HDTV. But, from what I understand, it has an excellent picture. I really considered getting this TV. But, in the end, I decided to go HDTV. But the price was going to have to be very good. If you wait and continue to look around, you will find a great deal. You just have...
  7. Kevin Silence

    Opinions on Panasonic PT-56HX41?

    I would not worry about the flesh tones. I looked at the three different temp modes...cool (more blue), normal, and warm (more red). These temp modes affect flesh tones a good bit. I preferred the normal. I decided against the $400 extended warranty. It comes with a 12 mo parts and labor...
  8. Kevin Silence

    Opinions on Panasonic PT-56HX41?

    I have been looking real hard for a 50" or geater HDTV. Due to price and other comments on htis board, I narrowed my choices to Toshiba and Panny. At first, I was leaning to 4:3, and alomst bought the Panny 51hx41 for $1,299 at Sams. Instaed, I changed my mind and decided to wait for the price...
  9. Kevin Silence

    Panny 51hx42 - need comments please

    I am about ready to make the jump and buy a RPTV. Many months ago, I though I would go 4:3 analog and get the Toshiba 50a62 (probably the best 50" analog TV on the market). But now I think I need to plan for the future and get HDTV ready. I still want 4:3. It's 90% of our viewing and I don't...
  10. Kevin Silence

    LOTR DVD issues (merged thread)

    As I wrote earlier, I had a problem at the layer change. My DVD froze up and could not view chapters 24-25. Mine was a widescreen bought from Blockbuster. I took it back and exchanged it for a Fullscreen version. It worked perfectly... no problems at all at the layer change. BTW, I will be...
  11. Kevin Silence

    LOTR DVD issues (merged thread)

    I had a similar problem. My disk locked up around chapter 23. I basically had to skip the chapter where Frodo gets the mithril vest from Bilbo. I had to pick up at the chapter scene where they already left Rivendell and they are marching in the snow. Like the above, there was not a scratch on...
  12. Kevin Silence

    *** Over 100 reviews in 9 months: Thank You for supporting me HTF membership!

    Ron, I appreciate your reviews. I am glad you are not a "Professional" reviewer. How much do you get paid? $0. You do this all out of passion. How dare anyone question your comments. "Professionals" need to remember that good writing should come from the heart. Otherwise, they won't be...
  13. Kevin Silence

    Kenwood HTB-504 update (celebrated too soon - - yet more audio dropouts)

    Congratulatiions. FYI on the 605, I believe it is supposed to come out around May. I'm not that concerned. I'm happy with my 544, and have been pleased with my 100w 8" sub. Probably, one day I will upgrade my speakers, and probably get that Sony sub that everyone talks about. But, for...
  14. Kevin Silence

    Kenwood HTB-504 update (celebrated too soon - - yet more audio dropouts)

    Sorry to hear you are having problems, Brian. I have the HTB-544, and have been well pleased. I'm not sure what you mean by "Audio Dropout". I'm guessing that your receiver is switching out of DTS/5.1 to regular stereo? I have mine set to D Auto, and it does a good job of switching (usually...
  15. Kevin Silence

    Volume setting preference

    Denward, yes it is an irony. And gee, I've never heard that before. Just remember, Silence is golden. ;) Have a good Easter weekend. Good time to watch Prince of Egypt.
  16. Kevin Silence

    A few questions from the new guy. (Kenwood specific, but all help is appreciated!)

    Hi Nick Da, I got the HTB-544, which comes with the VR-509. The HTB-504 comes with the VR-507. But there aren't many difference between the two...just a few more bells and whistles and better remote. For sound effects, there is a huge difference between real 5.1 and DTS, and simulated...
  17. Kevin Silence

    Volume setting preference

    Robert, I'm in Pearl, near Jackson. I believe you are up close to Memphis...about three hours away. I appreciate the offer, but I think I can handle it. I am going to go out and buy the Avia disk. I want to own the disk and do it myself, particularly for the educational experience. That...
  18. Kevin Silence

    Volume setting preference

    Thanks Vince. For novice, which is the easiest calibration disk to use? Also, I have a ten-year old Samsung 27" TV, which I have been pleased with. I know at some point I wil be replacing it with bigger and better. But for now, will a calibration make much of a difference for this TV?
  19. Kevin Silence

    Volume setting preference

    I was just curious, as to what level you listen to your DVDs. With my wife around, I usually don't go below 40db. I prefer to go lower...around 34-35db. I am still new to Home Theater. I don't know how far I can push my system without causing damage. I have a Kenwood HTB-544 (100 watts *...
  20. Kevin Silence

    Dvd Etc. Magazine Poll: All Members Please Respond

    1) Shrek - You need something animated and something for the kids. 2) Pearl Harbor - you need something the wife will watch and enjoy. 3) The Matrix - gotta have something that is all action. All three provide a ton of extras that represent the best that the DVD format offers.
  21. Kevin Silence

    Need Reviews of Toshiba 50A61, any owners?

    Thanks for the reply Roy. I recently got the Kenwood HTB-544. Sound is great, now my 27" TV is just lost in the surround. My next step is getting the bigger TV. Roy, tell me. What all have you done, or will do, to calibrate your new TV? I understand it is better to wait a month or so to...
  22. Kevin Silence

    Need Reviews of Toshiba 50A61, any owners?

    I want to get a new RPTV close to 50" to replace my old 27", and want to spend under $1,500, preferably around $1,000. I have read limited, but good, reports about this TV. Are there any owners out there of this TV? If so, I would love to read your responses. Also, if there is another RPTV...
  23. Kevin Silence

    Help on new RPTV

    Good morning everyone in home theater land. I am asking for advice on good RPTVs. Here is my situation and thoughts. I want to spend less than $1,500, and I am in no hurry. I will wait for the right deal to come along. My room is 16 x 22, with the TV on the 16 ft wall, and couch at other...
  24. Kevin Silence

    HTB 544 - Where?

    Yes, you can order through Crutchfield and have it sent to your nearest UPS Hub. You can then go pick it up when it comes in. Crutchfield provides tracking numbers where you can track it from beginning to the end. Over three days, I tracked mine from Roanoke, VA through TN, to Jackson, MS...
  25. Kevin Silence

    HTB 544 - Where?

    I ordered the 504 through Circuit City two weeks ago. But I found out later they did not even have it in their warehouse and would have to order it from the factory. After reading this board, I tunred around and ordered the 544 (in stock) from Crutchfield for $499 + 13. for shipping. It came...
  26. Kevin Silence

    How old is the Kenwood 504?

    A long story short... I ordered the HTB-504 from Circuit City earlier this week, after tax price of $513.59. I was told it would be in by Friday. Guess what, it wasn't. After reading the replies above, I called back to check to see if they had it in their warehouse. They said no, would...
  27. Kevin Silence

    A simple set up question from a newbie... need help/suggestions

    Ok, questions to your breakdown. 1) I currently have cable to VCR, then cable from VCR to TV. I can already record TV like this. Question: Does the suggested Audio/video cable hookup (from TV to VCR) simply enhance a better quality picture/sound? 3) What is the difference between Digital...
  28. Kevin Silence

    A simple set up question from a newbie... need help/suggestions

    Thanks, Neil. I thought I could use the towers as my front speakers. Sorry, I didn't think about the copyright protection/infringement. My apology. But, I do still want to be able to record regular TV on my VCR. Please help me out with how you would wire it up. I just want to make...
  29. Kevin Silence

    A simple set up question from a newbie... need help/suggestions

    First off, I discovered this site in the last few days. I am very impressed with how it is set up and run (1st class). I have learned a lot already by reading posts and responses on the different forum. I don't know how to set this new system up to do what I want. I am looking for an...
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