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  1. Brett Loomis

    Who is the reigning champ in the heavyweight DIY 15" subwoofer drivers???

    Well, It has been a couple of years since being very active here, but after spending 6-9 months building my last HT and my DIY Tempest 214L sub I am ready to start this quest again in my new home. I still own the Tempest 214L sub and it is absolutely amazing....Still after 4 plus years...
  2. Brett Loomis

    Wanted: Disney's Tarzan SE

    Please e-mail me at [email protected] if interested in selling or trading. Thanks, Brett
  3. Brett Loomis

    WTB: SE-13HD LCD PJ Bulb

    Well, the dreaded day has finally arrived and unfortunately 5 days before the Superbowl!!!!!!!!! I have just turned 1,000 hours on my projector and have had it up and running for almost exactly one year to the day when I finished my theater. I am now desperate to find a good source/price...
  4. Brett Loomis

    Need new bulb for SE-13HD LCD PJ Fast!!!

    Well, the dreaded day has finally arrived and unfortunately 5 days before the Superbowl!!!!!!!!! I have just turned 1,000 hours on my projector and have had it up and running for almost exactly one year to the day when I finished my theater. I am now desperate to find a good source/price...
  5. Brett Loomis

    My DIY 214L Tempest made the Adire Audio Website Gallery!!!

    :D Well, I never thought I could do it but I e-mailed photos to Adire and Dan Wiggins and they posted it on their site in the DIY Gallery under Tempest Territory. I am so happy with this sub I can not describe. It has FAR exceeded my expectations and for a total budget around $400!!! I just...
  6. Brett Loomis

    Klipsch Chorus II's excellent condition

    I have a pair of Klipsch Chorus II's that are in excellent cosmetic and working condition. They look brand new and are Black Satin. I refinished the cabinets to a Black Satin and re-finished the grille cloth as well. New traditional black grille cloth was used to replace original brown "burlap"...
  7. Brett Loomis

    Links or photo gallery for Adire alignment Tempest 214L

    I am almost ready to start this project but would love to see someone's photo gallery of the assembly process so I can better visualize the order I should plan on assembling this sub. Any links or suggestions? Brett [email protected]
  8. Brett Loomis

    If I build it will they come? Tempest 214L - Now Finished!

    Ok , I think I am almost ready to kick off this project. I just want to confirm a few things. Are the following all the correct dimensions/cut sizes I need to build the 214L Adire alignment? Top & Bottom = 22" x 22" 2 sides = 22" x 32" 2 sides = 20 1/2" x 32" Brace A = 32" x 9 7/8 with...
  9. Brett Loomis

    Wanted: DIY Tempest sub builder in Metro-Detroit

    Anyone in the Metro-Detroit area capable of building me one or two Tempest subs (exact specs and dim's TBD)???? I am leaning towards a matched set of twins. I am wanting to build my own but just don't have the time that is required. I would pay for all of the materials and we would work out a...
  10. Brett Loomis

    Parasound HCA-806A OR HCA-855A

    Which would you choose and why??? I have a chance to get either for the same price and want advice. The 855A is a 5-channel 85 watts RMS x 5 with all channels driven. The 806A is a 4/5/6 channel unit and has 80 watts RMS x 6 with all channels driven. I think the 855A is a newer unit...
  11. Brett Loomis

    Need help with DIY Sonotube sub questions

    Well, I am ready to step up and build one of these suckers but I have some limiting factors related to my current room as follows: Subs must go in front right and left corners of stage area where projection screen is mounted on wall and behind Klipsch Chorus II mains and KLF-C7 center are...
  12. Brett Loomis

    What size amp for an SVS 16-46-CS??

    What would be the bare bones for this sub (SVS 16-46CS+) and what would be the top end???? How many channels? how many watts? What should be my purchasing criteria as far as specs, etc.?? Thanks, Brett
  13. Brett Loomis

    Tom Hanks/Steven Spielberg's/HBO---- Band Of Brothers on DVD???

    Does anyone know if there are any plans for this to be released on DVD??? This was the best 10 part mini-series I have ever seen. Some of the battle scenes in the woods were incredible just on digital cable. I can't imagine in full widescreen and 5.1. Anyone with any info?? Thanks, Brett
  14. Brett Loomis

    Who can build me an HTPC in Metro-Detroit for my SE-13HD LCD Projector???

    I currently own a JVC FA-XV-90BK progressive scan DVD/DVD-Audio 7 disc changer and am sending that signal to my new Studio Experience SE13-HD LCD Projector. I am shooting this picture on a 52" x 92" (106"diagonal) Da-Lite Da-Mat High Contrast screen. This picture is currently stunning and I...
  15. Brett Loomis

    WTB: THX Tex trailers, DTS Samplers or DD sampler DVD's

    Please email with any offerings or where I can find any of these especially the THX Tex trailers....original DVD's only no burned/compressed internet garbage. EMAIL me at: [email protected]
  16. Brett Loomis

    Theater curtains for screen wall....What type of material??

    Building a new HT in basement, screen will be 52" x 92" fixed and I want to add curtains to either side of the screen. I have narrowed it down to velour and velvet materials in a dark burgundy/red or dark gold color with tassels pulling them back at the halfway point. What material did you use...
  17. Brett Loomis

    Suggestions on electrical outlets, etc. for new HT

    Before I go buy all the electrical items for my basement HT that I am starting to build I wanted to ask for advice/suggestions on electrical outlets....I've seen the el cheapo ones for $0.69ea and have heard many recommend buying Commercial grade outlets. Can someone please help me understand...
  18. Brett Loomis

    Where can I find THX Demo Trailers DVD with TEX?

    Anyone know where this DVD can be found?? I saw it at a local HT shop and it had several different trailers with TEX in it like those found on the intro's to Toy Story 1 and 2. Thanks, Brett ------------------
  19. Brett Loomis

    Drywall ceiling in basement of new home or 2'x4' Grid

    I will be finishing my basement and adding a HT room. I've received quotes for Drywall/Sheetrock ceiling as well as the suspended/drop ceiling using 2'x 4' USG/Armstrong tiles. It appears that the drywall gives the most headroom and lower cost. But my basement is 7'10" to the joists and 7' to...
  20. Brett Loomis

    Building a viewing platform/stage---Need Help

    I am building a new HT in Basement and want to build a stage/platform. Not sure if RPTV or projector but I do know that I will have 2 large towers and at least one sub, maybe two subs up front. The platform will be approx. 14' wide by 3' deep and beuilt using either 2x4's or 2x6's and then...
  21. Brett Loomis

    Mitsu WS65807/65857/65907 RPTV's ??

    I am interested in the 65" 16:9 RPTV's and am wondering if any current owners can help me understand the differences between the Mitsu models....807,857 and 907. Quite a price difference between the three. I can get the 65807 for $2,799, is this a good price? What other tv's should I be...
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