Update... we went to the home to listen to the system and the owner said that the CD/DVD player was broken, but we could watch tv to test system. He demo'ed a baseball game... needless to say, I couldn't tell much about the sound. He said the system was 5 years old. I took down model numbers...
Thanks, Charlie. Your explanation is great and it makes perfect sense. I'm looking forward to hearing the system tonight and I'll post my feedback. Have a great day!
Charlie, Is there a quick explanation for the IR equipment? I thought this might have to do with sending Directv through the house, but we're going to use cable. I don't know if their controller is built in so if they take it with them, do we still need one? Thanks!
Thanks for all the feedback! The contract did state that all built in speakers would stay, but we just got the list of electronics for sale that included the ceiling speakers. I don't know if the owners aren't aware of the contract or if they didn't realize the ceiling speakers were on the list...
Thanks for the responses! We are going to go listen to the system on Thursday and decide whether we want to make an offer on the existing equipment or buy new. I've had a great time looking at all the cool things out now and if we don't get the old stuff, I've already made a list of some things...
I am very new to the world of home theater. My husband and I are purchasing a home that has a basement family room (not dedicated theater room) with a Sony big screen tv. The owners are offering to leave the existing electronics for $5K, but after looking around on this site all day today, I...