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  1. Jim X

    Using PC Speakers in Modest Gaming Setup

    HAHA, I'm coming for you if it doesn't work! Obviously not, thanks for the help, I may need a little advice later if it really doesn't work. Seriously though, thanks.
  2. Jim X

    Using PC Speakers in Modest Gaming Setup

    NOTE: I have found a new model of PC speakers from the same line of speakers, but is 6.1. All for 5 whole dollars more. I believe it is! So in light of this new info I believe this is what I wish to do. Cheap, relatively easy, good sound quality for the price (based on reviews), and the...
  3. Jim X

    Using PC Speakers in Modest Gaming Setup

    The main reason I wanted to get the 6.1 Sherwood, is for the decoding. The second reason would be versatility, and third, the extra power. I would like in the future to use it as a normal receiver for dvd's etc, that's where the versatility comes in. eddieZen, I am not sure what you mean by...
  4. Jim X

    Using PC Speakers in Modest Gaming Setup

    Anyone have any experience with these speakers at all?
  5. Jim X

    Using PC Speakers in Modest Gaming Setup

    I have recently ordered a Sherwood (RD-7108?) receiver, and have planned on using this with PC speakers for console gaming, in a racing cockpit. I guess I bought without thinking too far ahead, but was planning on buying the Logitech Z-640 5.1 speaker set to use with the receiver. Now for a...
  6. Jim X

    Sub $200 Receiver

    Hmm, I would like to help you with your decision, but unfortunately I am in the same boat and in need of a little advice. Thanks, DorianBryant for pointing out that awesome price for the Sherwood receivers. I am pretty sure the 6.1 model is just the ticket, for me. I have some questions...
  7. Jim X

    Help explaining DVD Player audio/passthrough.

    Thanks Steve, I guess that solves it. I guess I really never considered that they wouldn't have inputs. I guess It's time to find another solution :angry: !
  8. Jim X

    Help explaining DVD Player audio/passthrough.

    Well, to answer the first question. The PC 5.1 Speakers are self amplified, amplifier in the subwoofer, which send the amplified signal to the rest of the system. I guess a similar setup would be satelite tv. Satelite shows are sometimes broadcast in Dolby Digtal 5.1, correct? So can you...
  9. Jim X

    Help explaining DVD Player audio/passthrough.

    First of all this is a great resource! I have learned a lot from reading threads in the past few days. Now on this subject I just couldn't find a combination of keywords that would find what I needed. Here's the situation. I am cheap, plain and simple, and I am looking to maximize my aural...
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