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How do I pick out components for my Home Theater?
There are a couple of things you might consider:
1) How durable is the product?
2) Does the product support the features I want?
3) What about looks / aesthetics?
4) Cost?
5) Do I like it?
Once you've determined #1->#4 for a product, you need to wade through the thousands of A/V products out there and find ones that meet your criteria. Searching this and other forums is a good way to get a list of potential candidates.
Once you have your list, go out and audition the item. This means bring CDs & DVDs to the dealer. The reason for this is that you want something familiar that you can take to various dealers for comparison. Ideally, you'd like to listen to each component in your own room (room acoustics play a huge part in the final system sound). Make sure the store has a $$$-back guarantee so you can return any equipment that doesn't work out.
Finally, do you like what you purchased (and not because someone told you it was a good system)? Many components of HT are very subjective and a lot boils down to personal preference & room acoustics. It's your money, so make sure it's your decision...
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