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  1. kyutaek

    speaker wire from bluejeans cable

    I've just checked with BlueJeans and the model number of the belden cable for speaker wire is 9718. I don't know if this cable is good for the price I got above. I would appreciate if anyone have a comment/opinion on this particular cable. Also, I want to get a gold-plated spade/banana and...
  2. kyutaek

    speaker wire from bluejeans cable

    I was told from bluejeans cable that they sell speaker wire (not available in their site, though). It is 12 gage belden (don't know the number) zip speaker wire (20ft for $13, 40ft for $26). Can anyone tell me how good/bad this speaker wire would be? Also, would you recommend banana or spade/pin...
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    questions on some of bluejeans cables

    I am trying to find a good cable connections for my home theater (tight budget around $100 or under) (3.1, LRC & Subwoofer + dvd player w/component out + HD ready Sony Direct View TV + Onkyo NR801 receiver). I searched quite bit some forums and found that bluejeans cable are ones of the best...
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    Best compact bookshelf speaker for my system

    I will put the speakers not in a closed bookshelf, but in open (for all four directions) entertainment center with shelves. There are four vertical legs, though. I think it should be fine to put rear-port speakers, right? Regarding ohm issue, according to Onkyo spec, NR801's power out put are...
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    Best compact bookshelf speaker for my system

    I heard MA S1 (as well as B2) at a local dealer. It was quite good (better than B2, more detail and refined). I didn't have a chance to hear the other two. Actuallly, I had Epos ELS-3 in mind, but was told that my Onkyo receiver would not well match with the Epos (4 ohm, rear-port, etc.). I...
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    Best compact bookshelf speaker for my system

    I am looking for a compact bookshelf speakers (main and center channel). For some reasons, I have to find the (bookshelf) speakers fit to my entertainment center (11.8" height). I prefer to have the speakers to suit the other components. A/V Receiver: Onkyo TX-NR801 DVD Player: Onkyo CP 701...
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    subwoofer selection and placment

    Thanks for your posts. Now I have an idea to resolve the issue: To put ths small size subwoofer at the bottom of the entertainment center. It would still not be a desirable location (the corner wall), but it will be floor mounted (there is no shelf on the bottom and a thick wood shelf...
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    Bookshelf Speaker with good bass

    Thank you for the posts. Does everyone agree that NHT SB3 is superior to Epos ELS-3 in mid/high/imaging as well? (I know it is very subjective and they are not in the same price point, though). I also found that Monitor Audio S1/S2/B2 also goes down to 45hz ~ 40hz. I auditioned s2 and b2 the...
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    Bookshelf Speaker with good bass

    I originally planned to have a Epos ELS-3 and center channel with 8 or 10" subwoofer. But, due to some reasons(attached to neighbor, vibrating/rattling issue in the 2nd floor living room, etc.), I might not get a woofer. Given the situation, do I have to buy another main/center speakers with...
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    subwoofer selection and placment

    I have some questions about the selection and placement of my first subwoofer. I will get Epos ELS-3 (main and center, on order) and want to buy a subwoofer. I am not a big fan of loud music, but need one for better(tight) bass sound.(70% music, 30% movie). How do I select a brand/model(size)...
  11. kyutaek

    cables for my HT

    I am building my first HT and got some questions about the cables for optimal performance. I will build 5.1 channel system (Sony 36-HS510 36" direct view TV, Onkyo TX-NR801 receiver, Onkyo CP701 dvd player with component video out, Epos ELS-3 main, rear & Center, and HSU STF-2 Subwoofer)...
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    Speaker wiring question (cosmetic sense)

    Thanks for the information. Unfortunately, my home didn't have a basement. Living room is located in the second floor. And there is another bedroom in the first floor with garage.
  13. kyutaek

    Speaker wiring question (cosmetic sense)

    I am building my 5.1 home theater system (2main, 1center, and wooofer on the front) and got a problem to wire rear speakers. I am setting it up at my living room(hardwood floor) and my wife doesn't want to put rear speakers (because of ugly looking wires). Is there anyway I can hide the wires or...
  14. kyutaek

    matching rear speaker & Subwoofer

    I decided to buy Epos ELS-3 as main and center channel speaker. What would be the best matching rear speakers and subwoofer? I think I can buy additional pair and use it as rear speakers. But, I would prefer to go with another brand (possibly, the one designed for rear surround speakers). I got...
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    Epos els-3 or Monitor Audio Bronze/Silver?

    Where did you get it, and how much? I couldn't find any retail store that sell Epos in my area. I probably have to order it through online if I decided to go. The lowest price I found was $269 each (including S/H). Also, it would be great if you update after you hear sound from Epos. Thanks.
  16. kyutaek

    Epos els-3 or Monitor Audio Bronze/Silver?

    I researched bookshelf speakers a bit and narrowed down to the following two: Epos ELS-3 and Monitor Audio Bronze/Silver. I heard Monitor Audio Bronze B2 and Silver S2. Both were very good (sliver sounds better than bronze). little more expensive than Epos. I didn't have a chance to hear...
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    Onkyo SR701, Denon 2803, or Yamaha v1400

    It seems like that most people prefer Yamaha (1400/2400)or Denon (2803/3803) over Onkyo (701/801). I would rather be inclined to Onkyo, though. What's the pros and cons of Onkyo (espeically, SR701), compared to these two other brands, in terms of performance, sound color, connection options...
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    Epos ELS-3, Ascend Acoustics CBM-170, or anything else?

    I had Onkyo SR701 and want to build speaker systems for my first HT. Except rear (surround) speakers, I first want to set up front, center and sub. I hope I can get a nice system given a limited budget. Based on the receommendations and search in the forum, I got some choices, but very hard...
  19. kyutaek

    Onkyo SR701, Denon 2803, or Yamaha v1400

    I am looking for a AV recevier to build my first HT system. Which one would be the best choice out of three? It would be great if anyone compare (pros and cons of each) these models? Or, any other model you like better (worth to upgrade) and I can take a look at including the higher end model...
  20. kyutaek

    speaker selection... need your help!

    My budgets are around $700, but not firm (could be little more, or, hopefully, little less)
  21. kyutaek

    speaker selection... need your help!

    I had Onkyo SR701 and want to build speaker systems for my first HT. Except rear (surround) speakers, I first want to set up front, center and sub. I hope I can get a nice system given a limited budget. Based on the receommendations and search in the forum, I got some choices, but very hard...
  22. kyutaek

    Epos ELS-3 anyone tried? Or, any other?

    I have Onkyo SR701 and try to build my front channel, center channel and subwoofer. Someone in the forum recommended Epos ELS-3 (about $300) as the best bang for the buck. Has anyone got it or tried to listen music through it? If yes, is there any dealer I can try for it? I believe this is...
  23. kyutaek

    Budget 2.1 channel setup

    Thanks for useful information. I got some further questions: considering the nature of the house structure (I am living at a townhome where the next unit is attached to mine), do I still need full 12" subwoofer? I knew that subwoofer is an important element for buliding home theater for better...
  24. kyutaek

    Budget 2.1 channel setup

    I have Sony 36' HS510 HD ready Tube TV and Onkyo SR701. I will try to establish 2.1 channel first, and then add other surrounds later. What would you recommend for the initial 2.1 setup? My room size is 16x16. I will be more concerned about sound quality (from music CD or DVD) (about 60~70%)...
  25. kyutaek

    DVD player under $250

    I have Sony 36FS510H (HD ready Hiscan Tube) TV and Onkyo SR701 receiver. I want to find the right dvd player for the setting. I am wondering if I have to buy DVD-A or SAcd dvd players, or just go with the one without the features. I got a question: if DVD player is not compatible with DVD-A...
  26. kyutaek

    speaker suggestions please!

    I have Sony 36' HS510 HD ready Tube TV and Onkyo SR701. I want try to set up a speaker system for my living room (16 x 16). I am newbie to home theater system. The usage would probably be half audio/half DVD (video). My budget is little tight (about $500). I am wondering if the tight budget...
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