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Okay, it has taken me a lot longer than I originally hoped, but the set up is coming along nicely. It is still a hodgepodge setup, but the 46” Panasonic Plasma (TH-C46FD18) has been upgraded to the 64" Samsung 8500 (PN64F8500AF) and the Panasonic Blu-Ray (DMP-BD55) has been upgraded to to the...

Okay, so revealing my total noob status, what would I need in the middle to control the sound and take advantage of the 95's features? I just checked out the Outlaw model you suggested...WOW. That thing's a monster. Even my upgraded speakers cannot handle that beast (4 Ohm, 400 watt max)...

Thanks for the tips. I will be checking out your recommendations. My sub budget really comes down to value. I would not be able to convince my wife of anything above $4,500, so there is that upper limit. From there down, the more expensive the sub is, the longer I have to wait to save up for...

As I mentioned in another thread, I am admittedly an aspiring audiophile with much to learn. I do plan to amp my system using the Emotiva XPA line, (sparked by users of this forum, my additional research finds that it's the winning line in the bang for the buck category), so in order to fully...

Yes, as I understand it, the DTS Neo:X will most likely run through the HDMI, but I could still use the 7.1/5.1 analog outputs to get the full musical quality out of my SACDs and enrich the the playback of my CD's via the stereo outs, correct? My understanding is that the 95 has selective...

I am waiting to buy a new receiver this fall, once DTS Neo:X is released, so I could easily ensure that the receiver has 7.1 inputs to take advantage of the DAC. As I understand the differences though between the 93 and 95, the 95 has the SABRE32 Reference Audio DAC and the Rotel toroidal power...

Another article detailing the 11.1 sound from DTS neo:X (can't wait!) http://forum.ecoustics.com/bbs/messages/34579/674662.html

Any other thoughts from users that have gone the 95 route? Is it worth the extra cash over the 93?

Okay, while waiting to audition the Axiom line ( sometime in the next two weeks hopefully), I upgraded my center channel speaker to the matching DCM KX center. The sound imaging across the front is immensely better. After I get a listen to the QS8s, I will post back up with my impression.

Update: I visited a local high-end audio retailer today and auditioned the Paradigm line and was very impressed. I loved their center channel speakers and even their surrounds. I updated the thread title to reflect the new addition. I liked them better than the Polk's, though I should for the...

Bummer!!! I wrote Onkyo just to make sure this set up will work and this is what they replied: "Thank You for contacting Onkyo USA Product Support. We are experiencing a heavy volume of inquiries. We apologize for the delay in responding. Thank you for your patience...

In reading more about it, it sounds like DTS is joining in on the fun and the CES reviews were very strong. This is DTS' announcement concerning DTS Neo:X, an 11.1 surround sound mix from their studio: http://www.dts.com/Corporate/Press_Room/Press_Releases/2011/03/NEO_X_at_CeBIT.aspx

John, okay, I really like that idea. It the perfect combination of your separates suggestion and my latest HDMI and tech needs. The XPA-3 looks like a beast and the reviews are universally glowing. Should be awesome, wanna' come over later this fall and check it all out? : )

For the extra amp here are two options (though I am completely open to other suggestions too): Staying with the same brand: http://www.us.onkyo.com/model.cfm?m=M-282&class=Amplifier&p=i ($349.99) but, for the same price because of a sale: http://emotiva.com/upa2.shtm...

As I see it, for the extra $300, the 5008 offers 5 more watts per channel, 1 Toroidal and 3 transformers for the power supply (instead of 4 transformers), 192K/32bit--finest Burr-Brown DAC, and an extra digital audio input. So the upgraded sound DAC and the power supply seem like the...

Thanks for the heads up, I will do that.

Okay, based on what I want, these are the two that are in the lead right now: http://www.us.onkyo.com/model.cfm?m=TX-NR3008&class=Receiver&p=i and http://www.us.onkyo.com/model.cfm?m=TX-NR5008&class=Receiver&p=i The latter option, the 5008, is running $300 more right now...

David, thanks for the info and the honest feedback on the Axioms. With regard to QS8s, all the reviews I've seen have raved about their immersive quality with enveloping effects (rain, thunderstorms, explosions, etc.) but the sound imaging isn’t really commented on by many people, like when...

David, in looking at it now, I think your strategy makes sense. I am going to have to try to listen to the rest of the DCM line and make sure I like it enough to fully commit to that line, especially the center channel speaker. Do you have Axiom for the rest of your system setup too? Axiom's...

Yeah, you've really piqued my interest and I read late into the night about separates. I absolutely love the idea of investing in a clean, powerful amplifier that will last me over the years ahead, then just updating the pre-pro if necessary. I think I will build my system from the speakers...

On the basis of needing the HDMI 1.4a for 3-D?

I have to admit, you are one of the first people that has suggested that I go the separates route. I guess my main worry has been cost. With the two receivers I am mainly considering, I’m looking at either 140 watts x 9 or 145 watts x 9, which seemed like plenty to me. The other main drawback...

John, my apologies, I haven’t meant to imply that I was disregarding any advice offered, I meant only to explain where I was coming from and to point out that I was not reacting to smooth salesperson as suggested. With regard to the 11.2 receiver on the other thread, I asked because I do...

Given that I have current hodgepodge setup of a 46” Panasonic Plasma (TH-C46FD18), Panasonic Blu-Ray (DMP-BD55), Sony A/V Receiver (STR-DE985), DCM Front Tower Speakers (KX212), a cheap Sony Center Speaker (Crutchfield offered it free with the receiver), EPI side surrounds (EPI 200B), my rear...

I looked at the 11.2 setup and have listened to it (in 9.2 form), and was extremely impressed (just as importantly, so was my wife). Many Blu-Rays are now encoded in 7.1 and even if they are only filmed in 5.1, Audyssey DSX actually decodes the track and sends the signals to the correct speakers...

Yes, your description is much more technically accurate concerning the process. Though, as I posted above, it was just my friend and I playing around with a 7.2 and a 9.2 system and the movies we liked. That's why I very surprised by how accurate the sound technologies where. If anything, they...

The irony is that I haven’t been “pitched”, my buddy bought an Onkyo TX-NR808 and a 9.2 channel Denon (I don’t remember the model). We set them up, watched War of the Worlds, Bad Boys II, Hellboy 2, 3:10 to Yuma, Secretariat (one for the wife) and Saving Private Ryan (we chose the movies after...

I looked at the 11.2 issue, but I'm not worried. Many Blu-Rays are now filmed in 7.1 and even if they are only filmed in 5.1, Audyssey DSX actually decodes the track and sends the signals to the correct speakers (i.e. a plane or helicopter flying overhead is sent to the "Height" speakers and...

Hey, I'm new to the forum. I'm about to graduate from law school and the deal I struck with my wife was that my graduation present was going to be my dream home theater set up. I graduate in May, have set aside some hard-earned dough and I am excitedly looking forward to my new toys. In...