OK, ready to take the plunge... (1 Viewer)

[Gregg_C]

I have a H/K AVR-110 with the Sony WM40, and Cambridge Ensemble II, Center Plus and Surround II's. I also have a Samsung 909 DVD player.

I want to upgrade the DVD and speakers, and I am considering the JBL N series, along with the Pannie CP72.

Cost is the definite factor here; wife does not see the value in a nice HT setup. I've seen other posts about the N series available for 250 bucks, but have not found that deal online anywhere.

So first, would the N series be a huge step up from the Cambridges? And how about the DVD player? And second, is that packaged N series deal better than the Cambridges? And where could I find a link to buy them?

Thanks!

Gregg

 

[Paul_Fisher]

For the N series, try www.etronics.com. Look for the NSP1 set.
I think they have been on this site.

 

[Gregg_C]

OK, I see that the NSP-1 is 209.99 or the NSP-1-II is 269.00. Would this setup be significantly better than my Ensemble II, Center Plus and Surround II setup?

Thanks!

Gregg

 

[Phil Iturralde]

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[Gregg_C]

OK, one more time then:

1. Would you recommend the NSP-1II over the NSP-1? What are the major differences?

2. I have the Sony SA-WM40, which everyone says is an excellent sub for the price. Don't need to replace?

3. What about the Pannie DVD over the Samsung? Big diff?

Thanks!

Gregg

 

[RichardH]

I'm not familiar w/ those models of DVD players. What are you trying to improve by getting the Panny (please spell it this way ) over the Samsung?
As far as the new version of the NSP-1, I would just go for it. You'll kick yourself later if you don't
And yeah, that sub is good. I would hold onto that. Especially since you're on a budget. The difference in price between the 2 NSP-1 sets is not going to buy you a better sub.

 

[Phil Iturralde]

3. What about the Pannie DVD over the Samsung? Big diff?

Not to familiar with the Samsung (maybe someone else can comment on it), but I've used a few Panasonic DVD player(s) - since 1998 and have been extremely happly with it's ability to play my all DVD's.
Phil