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Hello, I'm trying to cut down on reflections in my room. I have a 7.1.4 system. For the sides and back walls I'm thinking of using a 1.5" thick mineralwool - 80 (8lbs). When I do pink noise testing, I can hear the back speakers off the front wall, which totally ruins the effect. Behind the...

Hi All, I am wondering if a power conditioner is needed to protect my equipment. Is there a recommended brand or specific specs I should look for? I feed everything off two outlets. One behind my TV and one below it, in an entertainment rack. I run a Pioneer SC-1523k, media center PC...

Hi, So I decided to go for the Polk RTi8 towers and Rythmik LV12R sub. My problem now is fitting the center channel. Most CCs I come across are 20" or more. I can only fit 18". I can lay the RTi6 speaker flat, since it is only 14", but I'm not sure about the clarity or if it will affect the...

Hi Last year you guys helped me figure out which AVR to get- so I thought this would be a good place to ask about my speaker upgrades. Current Setup:Pioneer SC-1523-K Fronts: Polk Monitor 50 Center: Polk CS1 Rears: Polk Monitor 30 Sub: Polk PW505 I'd really like to upgrade the front sound...

Hey guys, I was wondering if anyone had any headphone suggestions for around $150? They will be used for music at the office. So total noise cancelling isn't required - I need to hear when people call me. I was looking at the Sennheiser HD 555, but I don't know if this is what I want/need...

I'm wondering which would be the better way to go. Room size is 19x10x10. Most of the time TV/Movies are on. The rest is music... figure around 25%. Any reason one is better than the other? I see one is sealed, one is ported. Thanks,

Hi, I'm wondering if there are any codecs I need to download/buy to get the best possible picture/audio. Right now I rip all my HD media to my HTPC. I am using Shark 007 codecs and bitstreaming the audio to my receiver. I see a lot of people buying OPPO BD players because they have better...

Any recommendations on any in wall speakers I can use for front height channels? They'll probably be mounted 10' high.

Hi there, I'm wondering if anyone can hep me, or point me in the right direction. I have a receiver (Pioneer SC-1523-K) with powered 2nd zone. I want to run zone 2 across the house into a bathroom, or hallway (not sure which yet). I also want to put an ipod/iphone dock (lightning) in the...

Hi, I have recently purchased and setup a new AVR. Pioneer SC-1523-K. I've only tested a few movies and some music with it. I was wondering if anyone can help me with SACD/DSD. I'm not familar with this. Is this the same thing as FLAC mp3 files? What do you use to play SACDs? Are there...

Hi All, I'm considering the following receivers. I am running 5.1 right now. Pioneer Elite SC-63, 71, or 72 Is there another brand with the same or more power? I pretty much only use HDMI devices. I'm looking for something with good power to run my Polk Monitor setup. I'd like to purchase...

If my speakers show a power rating of 10w - 200w, how does this work? For example, does that mean I SHOULD supply the speaker with 200w, or does it mean it will sound better with 200w? For movie use, does this matter? Will it sound different giving it 10 watts or 200 watts at the same volume?

Hi, I have been looking into finding a smaller receiver and a well known good quality product. I came across the Emotiva UMC-200. Is this unit capable of replacing a receiver, or does it work with a receiver (that has pre-outs)? Thanks,

Hi there, I'm looking to replace my CS1 center channel speaker for something physically smaller. I have limited space in my entertainment center and I can't do in-wall for this one. The speaker would be blocked. The entertainment center would be around 4" away from the inwall center. For...

Hi All, I'm thinking about removing my Monitor 50 and CS1 speakers for in-wall. I'll be running some new cable (speaker wire and network cables) through beams over the new month or so. I'm moving all audio equipment to a basement rack. Receiver/components, etc... I figured this is the time...

Hi, I never used any streaming in my MC until today. I finally have wireless access attached to my HTPC. I setup Amazon Instant Video streaming today, which is currently being fixed from the author. I also tried to setup Netflix, but there is no icon anywhere, that I can see. I'm using the...

Hi, I'm just wondering what functionality I would gain by using either WIFI or RJ45. Is there something additional I can use? I see the use for firmware/software upgrades and streaming services, such as itunes or whatever... but wondering if it can be used for other things. iTunes streaming...

Hi all, I'm looking to upgrade my Sony STR-DH520. I'm currently running 5.1 speakers. I want to upgrade the a better quality sound. I've heard some Yamahas, and they sounded great, however I can't try them with my speakers. My budget is around $400 USD. The things I want to get out of the...

Hi everyone, I recently built a HTPC running Windows 7 and Windows Media Center. It is connected to my Sony AVR (STRDH520). The playback I see is choppy. I'm not sure if I need to change anything in Windows 7, such as the hz of the monitor... The TV is a Sony XBR9...

Hey all, I am still in the process of setting things up, and even though I already purchased some speakers, I have a question about frequencies. Electrical Total Frequency Response 55Hz - 25kHz Upper -3dB Limit 24 kHz Lower -3dB Limit 65 Hz When reading this, what does Upper and Lower db...

Hi all, Looking at upgrading some Monitor 30 speakers I use for my rear speakers in my 5.1 setup. I'm looking for something that will really fill the room nicely. I like the 30s, but I don't think they really fill my room. They're loud, but I have to have them pointing right at me... I was...

Hello, I was wondering if anyone could recommend a sound dock for my iphone/ipod. I'm looking for something with streaming and a rechargeable battery. My budget is $150. It has to be portable, so I can move it around the yard/house. I'd like to have music streaming to this device and be able...

Hello, Another subwoofer question... I have a subwoofer that is just sitting around right now. Polk Audio PSW10. Is there any way I can connect PC speakers directly to a subwoofer or do I need a receiver? http://www.polkaudio.com/products/psw10 Looking at the back of the SW, I see speaker...

Hello, I'm in the process of purchasing a Windows 7 x64 bit Media Center PC. The question I have is how can I use my Harmony One remote with it? I know I need an IR Receiver plugged into the PC, but what else would I need? Thanks,

Hey all, Is there anything you can recommend I download to test out my new subwoofer? I don't have internet access where this sub will be connected, so anything I can DL to flash/usb drive/cd would be great. Thanks,

Hello, I am curious about Subwoofers. What I mean is how do you pick out a good sub? My room is small - 19x10. Ceilings are very high in this room, They arc to about 14'. I'm currently using a Polk PSW10. I was watching The Fellowship of the Ring yesterday and the sub just couldn't keep...

Hi All, I have recently moved and am looking into setting up an in-wall center channel. I'll be mounting my Sony XBR 52" onto my wall this weekend. I'd like to do the Center at the same time. I am currently using MONITOR 30 with CS1 center. I want to get the center in wall - right below the...

Hi there, I am still in the process of setting up my speakers. Things are sounding pretty good, but want to make some adjustments. Any help would be greatly appreciated. Why do I need to set the crossovers? I will list the speakers, maybe someone has the answers on what I should set the...

Hi there, I just setup my new sound system last night. During testing of 'the dark knight' my receiver just shut off. I'm not sure what could cause something like this. I have all pretty much low end equipment, but didn't think that should be the cause of the problem. Sony STR-DH520 Polk Monitor...

Hi All, Up to this point I've been using an old fat ps3, which doesn't do bitstream for HD audio. I will be getting my first receiver and set of speakers. Since I'm spending some money on this, I want to get the most out of it. I'm not sure if there is a difference by using the PS3 for PCM vs...