I am a novice, so I will refer you to the articles I read, since I can't verify anything. I want a HT and have been reading Home Theater Mag. In the 5/04 edition, they have 5 different HT configurations, each for under $5000, including the TV. One of them includes the Cambridge SoundWorks HTIB...
They were excited that they had just gotten them in at the Cleveland Best Buy and they were listing them at $4000. I asked what they would give it to me for if I bought it today. The salesman checked with the manager and was surprised himself that it was $3600. I think he said something like...
Well, I just ordered one at Best Buy. I got it for $3600. I won't really be able to check it out until after April 20 when it is delivered. The lights in showrooms are bright and the sets are uncalibrated. I was going to get a Sony Grand Wega 61", but mine will be in a basement theater and...
I've seen a lot written about connecting components, but I can't find anything that says how many amps and how many outlets I will need for my HT to be safe if and when I expand. I'm asking about the audio and video requirements. Obviously, room lighting and accessories will vary.
I saw the Pioneer DV59AVI (DVD player/recorder) given incredible hype on a recent Yahoo video. It sounds fabulous even with a list of $1600. Does anyone own one and/or have an opinion on whether it is worth the price? I am trying to reconcile my budget with wanting the best of everything.
I intend to buy the Sony 60 inch, either the Wega or the XBR for my basement HT. Home theater magazine says the blacks aren't really black on the Wega. I know about the reflective screen problem on the XBR, but I don't know how much of a problem that is in the dark. On the other hand, I think...