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Badas · 10-26-2010, 10:49 PM

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Hey Guy's

A big thanks to lbgibson76 for getting me started on this Thread.

Right intro guy's.

First I'm on the other side of the Planet. NZ, New Zealand.

You guy's know it as LOTR country. King Kong and Avatar was filmed here also. With a bit of luck maybe the Hobbit. The whole country + our Prime Minister has our fingers crossed.

Secondly, I have been into HT since about 1989. I have had all sorts of technology and still consider that I am learning.

I have recently for the first time tried a Power Amp. I am impressed.

I decided this year that I'm not interested in 3D and that I will invest my $$ into something that would not go out of date. Hence the Emotivia.

I have learnt a lot over the years and are happy to give some tips. If anyone has similar equipment, I am happy to test.

I buy Movies (software) from the Great US, UK, France, Canada, Germany and New Zealand.

My room was built in 2004 and this was my second attempt at a dedicated HT Room. I corrected a lot of mistakes from my
first attempt. So far I am really pleased and the room gets well used.

I have a lovely understanding wife, two Son's (2 and 6).

Thanks for the great comments.

Ta (Thanks)

Dono

Blu Titan · 10-26-2010, 10:51 PM

Great looking HT

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progers13 · 10-26-2010, 10:54 PM

Hi Badas! I remember rating your gallery a while back

Great setup you've got, and awesome job on the wire management! I can see Lawrence's (ldgibson) positive influence

Badas · 10-26-2010, 10:54 PM

Crikey,

I just set this up.

I was going to do more of a intro.

You got some great gear yourself. That cabinet is awsome.

Ta

Dono

Badas · 10-26-2010, 11:09 PM

Right intro guy's.

First I'm on the other side of the Planet. NZ, New Zealand.

You guy's know it as LOTR country. King Kong and Avatar was filmed here also. With a bit of luck maybe the Hobbit. The whole country + our Prime Minister has our fingers crossed.

Secondly, I have been into HT since about 1989. I have had all sorts of technology and still consider that I am learning.

I have recently for the first time tried a Power Amp. I am impressed.

I decided this year that I'm not interested in 3D and that I will invest my $$ into something that would not go out of date. Hence the Emotivia.

I have learnt a lot over the years and are happy to give some tips. If anyone has similar equipment, I am happy to test.

I buy Movies (software) from the Great US, UK, France, Canada, Germany and New Zealand.

My room was built in 2004 and this was my second attempt at a dedicated HT Room. I corrected a lot of mistakes from my
first attempt. So far I am really pleased and the room gets well used.

I have a lovely understanding wife, two Son's (2 and 6).

Thanks for the great comments.

Ta (Thanks)

Dono

Badas · 10-26-2010, 11:14 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by progers13

Hi Badas! I remember rating your gallery a while back

Great setup you've got, and awesome job on the wire management! I can see Lawrence's (ldgibson) positive influence

Thanks,

Yeah I concentrate on wire management. It is free, it does't cost anything and it can make a difference.

I have been very careful to keep all power cords away from the analogue leads going into the Power Amp.

Digital cables shouldn't matter.

Ta

Dono

BigAl87 · 10-26-2010, 11:24 PM

I love it, Nice and clean and very inviting room.

HAMP · 10-26-2010, 11:25 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Badas

Crikey,

I just set this up.

I was going to do more of a intro.

You got some great gear yourself. That cabinet is awsome.

Ta

Dono

Two things, first off you can edit your first post. Just click the edit button.

Second, love your theater!!!!

crazyBLUE · 10-26-2010, 11:30 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Badas

Crikey,

I just set this up.

I was going to do more of a intro.

You got some great gear yourself. That cabinet is awsome.

Ta

Dono

Well where are some pics Dono

Need some pics of the HT in the thread Bud

Badas · 10-26-2010, 11:40 PM

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Originally Posted by crazyBLUE

Well where are some pics Dono

Need some pics of the HT in the thread Bud

Sorry Brent, Just learning. This Website can do a lot.

Are these okay?

Ta

Dono

progers13 · 10-26-2010, 11:42 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Badas

Right intro guy's.

First I'm on the other side of the Planet. NZ, New Zealand.

You guy's know it as LOTR country. King Kong and Avatar was filmed here also. With a bit of luck maybe the Hobbit. The whole country + our Prime Minister has our fingers crossed.

Secondly, I have been into HT since about 1989. I have had all sorts of technology and still consider that I am learning.

I have recently for the first time tried a Power Amp. I am impressed.

I decided this year that I'm not interested in 3D and that I will invest my $$ into something that would not go out of date. Hence the Emotivia.

I have learnt a lot over the years and are happy to give some tips. If anyone has similar equipment, I am happy to test.

I buy Movies (software) from the Great US, UK, France, Canada, Germany and New Zealand.

My room was built in 2004 and this was my second attempt at a dedicated HT Room. I corrected a lot of mistakes from my
first attempt. So far I am really pleased and the room gets well used.

I have a lovely understanding wife, two Son's (2 and 6).

Thanks for the great comments.

Ta (Thanks)

Dono

I'm with you on all counts buddy!

I'm not saying that 3D doesn't have a place in this hobby, only that it doesn't have a place in my HT until they figure out a way to make it work without the glasses

And I recently got my first amp as well, Emotiva XPA-5. Can't wait to pick up an XPA-2 later this year.

Other items may become outdated or need to be upgraded, but external amps will provide plenty of power and satisfaction for many years to come.

Welcome to the club!

~Paul

crazyBLUE · 10-26-2010, 11:47 PM

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Originally Posted by Badas

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Sorry Brent, Just learning. This Website can do a lot.

Are these okay?

Ta

Dono

They look great Dono ~ Just remember to keep them coming

I didn't see the Emo

We all like to see the Home Theaters & pics of them as you upgrade them ~ Whats next

rpatt · 10-26-2010, 11:54 PM

Great looking system & room.

Badas · 10-26-2010, 11:54 PM

Photo's don't seem to be working at the moment.

What's next: Well I'm thinking Dune HD Max?

Thinking of retiring the Denon 3930CI and putting my DVD collection on the
HD Max. Gets all the DVD's off the shelf also.

Just want to check that the scaler is decent.

Ta

Dono.

Spurrier Sucks · 10-27-2010, 01:01 AM

Great room!

Badas · 10-27-2010, 01:44 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by progers13

I'm with you on all counts buddy!

I'm not saying that 3D doesn't have a place in this hobby, only that it doesn't have a place in my HT until they figure out a way to make it work without the glasses

And I recently got my first amp as well, Emotiva XPA-5. Can't wait to pick up an XPA-2 later this year.

Other items may become outdated or need to be upgraded, but external amps will provide plenty of power and satisfaction for many years to come.

Welcome to the club!

~Paul

Yeah, I have been caught by every HT bug for 20 years and I have no intrest in this 3D craze.
I didn't even enjoy Avatar in 3D. Must be my eyes.

Ta

Dono

ManUtd · 10-27-2010, 01:46 AM

Dono, your HT looks good buddy.

kopkiwi · 10-27-2010, 03:46 AM

Where abouts in NZ are you mate?

Badas · 10-27-2010, 06:35 AM

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Originally Posted by kopkiwi

Where abouts in NZ are you mate?

Auckland. What about you?

Ta

Dono

Badas · 10-27-2010, 06:39 AM

I have to blow of some steam,

WE HAVE THE HOBIT

Our Prime Minister has just done a press conference anouncing
we have a deal with Warners to do the two Hobit films in NZ
with Peter Jackson.

The whole country has been watching for 2 weeks nerviously as
the Australian Acters Union almost ruined it for us.

Horray!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Ta

Dono

10-26-2010, 10:49 PM	#1
Badas Blu-ray Guru Member since:Aug 2008 Location:LOTR Auckland, New Zealand (Down Under) Home Theater Gallery:112 Blu-ray collection:1113 DVD collection:30 PS3 collection:13 Blu-ray reviews: 8 Hardware reviews:4 Trading Score:3	Kiwi Home Theatre IMG_0004.jpg IMG_4763.jpg IMG_0002.jpg IMG_0006.jpg Hey Guy's A big thanks to lbgibson76 for getting me started on this Thread. Right intro guy's. First I'm on the other side of the Planet. NZ, New Zealand. You guy's know it as LOTR country. King Kong and Avatar was filmed here also. With a bit of luck maybe the Hobbit. The whole country + our Prime Minister has our fingers crossed. Secondly, I have been into HT since about 1989. I have had all sorts of technology and still consider that I am learning. I have recently for the first time tried a Power Amp. I am impressed. I decided this year that I'm not interested in 3D and that I will invest my $$ into something that would not go out of date. Hence the Emotivia. I have learnt a lot over the years and are happy to give some tips. If anyone has similar equipment, I am happy to test. I buy Movies (software) from the Great US, UK, France, Canada, Germany and New Zealand. My room was built in 2004 and this was my second attempt at a dedicated HT Room. I corrected a lot of mistakes from my first attempt. So far I am really pleased and the room gets well used. I have a lovely understanding wife, two Son's (2 and 6). Thanks for the great comments. Ta (Thanks) Dono Last edited by Badas; 10-27-2010 at 09:39 PM.

10-26-2010, 10:51 PM	#2
Blu Titan Super Moderator Top contributor Member since:Jul 2007 Location:Binary Land Home Theater Gallery:2 Blu-ray collection:1274 PS3 collection:7 Blu-ray reviews:2 Trading Score:76	Great looking HT . Most anticipated release: The Hidden Fortress

10-26-2010, 10:54 PM	#3
progers13 Blu-ray Baron Top ranked HT gallery Top contributor Member since:Aug 2009 Location:Tampa, FL Home Theater Gallery:83 Blu-ray collection:296 PS3 collection:9 Blu-ray reviews: 3 Hardware reviews:3 Trading Score:2	Hi Badas! I remember rating your gallery a while back Great setup you've got, and awesome job on the wire management! I can see Lawrence's (ldgibson) positive influence Display: 52" Sony KDL-52W4100 Blu-ray \| Gaming: Oppo BDP-83 \| "Fat" PS3 \| Xbox360 Pro Mains: Elemental Designs A6-6T6 Center: CUSTOM eD A6-6T6-MTM Side and Rear Surrounds: Sony SS-B1000 *Subs: DUAL* eD A2-300's Receiver \| Amps: Pioneer Elite SC-25 \| Emotiva XPA-2 + XPA-5** Join me in my HT thread HERE

10-26-2010, 11:09 PM	#5
Badas Blu-ray Guru Member since:Aug 2008 Location:LOTR Auckland, New Zealand (Down Under) Home Theater Gallery:112 Blu-ray collection:1113 DVD collection:30 PS3 collection:13 Blu-ray reviews: 8 Hardware reviews:4 Trading Score:3	Intro Right intro guy's. First I'm on the other side of the Planet. NZ, New Zealand. You guy's know it as LOTR country. King Kong and Avatar was filmed here also. With a bit of luck maybe the Hobbit. The whole country + our Prime Minister has our fingers crossed. Secondly, I have been into HT since about 1989. I have had all sorts of technology and still consider that I am learning. I have recently for the first time tried a Power Amp. I am impressed. I decided this year that I'm not interested in 3D and that I will invest my $$ into something that would not go out of date. Hence the Emotivia. I have learnt a lot over the years and are happy to give some tips. If anyone has similar equipment, I am happy to test. I buy Movies (software) from the Great US, UK, France, Canada, Germany and New Zealand. My room was built in 2004 and this was my second attempt at a dedicated HT Room. I corrected a lot of mistakes from my first attempt. So far I am really pleased and the room gets well used. I have a lovely understanding wife, two Son's (2 and 6). Thanks for the great comments. Ta (Thanks) Dono

10-26-2010, 11:24 PM	#7
BigAl87 Contributor Top contributor Member since:Apr 2009 Location:Corner Totem Ave. and Bryston Blvd, Arcam Shire Home Theater Gallery:111 Blu-ray collection:137 Hardware reviews:3	I love it, Nice and clean and very inviting room. *Olivier* Panasonic TC-P55ST30 Oppo BDP-83, Arcam AVR400 Receiver, Arcam rDAC,Bryston 6B-SST Power Amp, Totem Forests L/R, Totem Model One Sig. Center, Totem Rainmakers Surrounds, TotemTress Speaker cables Nordost White Lightning Interconnects, Paradigm Sub15, Acco Accoustic Panels

10-26-2010, 10:54 PM	#4
Badas Blu-ray Guru Member since:Aug 2008 Location:LOTR Auckland, New Zealand (Down Under) Home Theater Gallery:112 Blu-ray collection:1113 DVD collection:30 PS3 collection:13 Blu-ray reviews: 8 Hardware reviews:4 Trading Score:3	Crikey, I just set this up. I was going to do more of a intro. You got some great gear yourself. That cabinet is awsome. Ta Dono

10-26-2010, 11:54 PM	#13
rpatt Power Member Top ranked HT gallery Top contributor Member since:Aug 2008 Home Theater Gallery:54 Blu-ray reviews:1 Hardware reviews:1	Great looking system & room. Mancave Man Two Channel Yamaha: CX-1000, B-6, T-85, CDX-5000, YP-D8, Cambridge Audio: 640P, Oppo: BDP-83, Klipsch: Klipschorns Modded with ALK Universal Crossovers & Crites CT-125 Tweeters. Home Theater Panasonic: PT-AE7000U, Elite: TE106HW2, Samsung: LN52B750, Marantz: AV7005, Emotiva: XPA-2, XPA-3, Oppo: BDP-93, Toshiba: HD-A35, Velodyne: SMS-1, JBL Synthesis: PT800 (4), PC600, PS1400 (2), HTPS400 (4)

10-26-2010, 11:54 PM	#14
Badas Blu-ray Guru Member since:Aug 2008 Location:LOTR Auckland, New Zealand (Down Under) Home Theater Gallery:112 Blu-ray collection:1113 DVD collection:30 PS3 collection:13 Blu-ray reviews: 8 Hardware reviews:4 Trading Score:3	What's next Photo's don't seem to be working at the moment. What's next: Well I'm thinking Dune HD Max? Thinking of retiring the Denon 3930CI and putting my DVD collection on the HD Max. Gets all the DVD's off the shelf also. Just want to check that the scaler is decent. Ta Dono.

10-27-2010, 01:01 AM	#15
Spurrier Sucks Blu-ray Samurai Member since:Dec 2009 Location:Upstate SC Home Theater Gallery:77 Blu-ray collection:198 DVD collection:82 PS3 collection:3 Trading Score:3	Great room! TV Sammy 58B550 Speakers Mirage OMD 28, OMD C2 and OMD-R Receiver Anthem MRX 500 Amps-Emotiva XPA-2&XPA-3 Subs-SVS PC12 Plus(w/Auralex SubDude)&PB12 Plus(w/Great Gramma) BD Player/CD-Oppo 93 Power Conditioner-Belkin Pure AV PF30 Remote-Harmony One BDI Avion Noir 8937 A/V stand,ATS acoustic panels Stereo-Mac Mini,Peachtree Audio iNova, Totem Model 1 Signatures w/TotemTress SC& VTI UF24 speaker stands

10-27-2010, 01:46 AM	#17
ManUtd Blu-ray Baron Top ranked HT gallery Top contributor Member since:Feb 2008 Location:Silicon Valley Home Theater Gallery:18 Blu-ray collection:632 PS3 collection:11 Blu-ray reviews: 5 Hardware reviews:5 Trading Score:3	Dono, your HT looks good buddy. Be who you are and say what you feel because those who mind don't matter and those who matter don't mind. - Dr. Seuss

10-27-2010, 03:46 AM	#18
kopkiwi Senior Member Member since:Aug 2007 Location:Wellington, NZ Home Theater Gallery:12 Blu-ray collection:248 PS3 collection:13 Blu-ray reviews:2 Trading Score:2	Where abouts in NZ are you mate? Looking for a copy of: Metallica: Français pour une nuit

10-27-2010, 06:39 AM	#20
Badas Blu-ray Guru Member since:Aug 2008 Location:LOTR Auckland, New Zealand (Down Under) Home Theater Gallery:112 Blu-ray collection:1113 DVD collection:30 PS3 collection:13 Blu-ray reviews: 8 Hardware reviews:4 Trading Score:3	Yahoo HOBIT I have to blow of some steam, WE HAVE THE HOBIT Our Prime Minister has just done a press conference anouncing we have a deal with Warners to do the two Hobit films in NZ with Peter Jackson. The whole country has been watching for 2 weeks nerviously as the Australian Acters Union almost ruined it for us. Horray!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Ta Dono

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