Through the years: a modest living room setup - Blu-ray Forum

tezster · 01-09-2014, 02:14 PM

Welcome to my living room HT setup

My intent has been to maintain a small footprint with all my equipment (as much as reasonably possible). I like to call it a minimalist design aesthetic i.e. keeping everything clean and clutter-free.

Finally, after incremental upgrades in the past 3-4 months, I'm now officially running a 5.2.4 Atmos configuration!

The final piece of the puzzle was getting an Atmos-capable receiver - I already had the height speakers installed and wired.

Current equipment list:

Speakers - Klipsch RP-250 (LCR), Polk OWM-3 (front/rear heights), Klipsch S-20 Surrounds
Subwoofer - Dual SVS SB2000's
Tactile Transducer - Wireless Buttkicker Advance kit
TV - LG 75UH8500
Receiver - Denon AVR-X4200W + OSD two-channel amp
Media/Playback Devices - Oppo 203 (region-free), PS3, Rogers SA8300 HD-PVR
BDI Mirage 8224 Media Cabinet

Misc. - DIY media shelves, Harmony 880 remote, Sewell Deadbolt banana plugs, LED Bias Lighting kit, Trendnet 5-port Gb switch, PC media server w/ 8TB storage.

My blu-rays have been moved to a new shelf in my bedroom, to accommodate its ever-increasing size

steve1971 · 01-09-2014, 02:26 PM

Nice looking setup tezster and welcome to the community!

DangeRuss · 01-09-2014, 02:28 PM

Welcome to the Home Theater Gallery threads ........

That's a very nice rig you've put together

May your stay here be an enjoyable one

josh96 · 01-09-2014, 02:47 PM

Very nice Tezster. Welcome to the galleries.

Revolver517 · 01-09-2014, 03:05 PM

Welcome to the Galleries Tezster love the HT

igotcabada · 01-09-2014, 07:42 PM

Very nice

onyxbfly · 01-10-2014, 12:37 AM

Good Job!

tezster · 01-10-2014, 01:09 AM

Thank you all for the kind comments

tezster · 10-14-2014, 12:20 PM

Small update: no equipment change, but I replaced my existing media storage with a shelf I built over the weekend to accommodate my expanding collection (I had ran out of shelf space as the old one was completely full).

Old shelf on the left, new one on the right:

I found a youtube clip/blog post (here), and used the same basic design. What I like about it is the minimalist design. Because the blu-rays are flush against the wall, it occupies a very small footprint - the depth of the shelf is less than that of a blu-ray case. Living in a small space such as mine, I really appreciate the efficient (and inexpensive) storage solution this provides.

bguzman · 10-14-2014, 12:53 PM

Excellent job sir.

tezster · 10-22-2014, 12:03 AM

I just installed the wireless Buttkicker HT kit to my system - it's only been a couple of days, but so far, I frickin' LOVE IT!

My sofa has a center leg where I attached the buttkicker platform (so it's a pretty ideal setup). The 2nd pic is the wireless/IR transmitter.

Billy13 · 10-22-2014, 02:21 AM

Never had the Buttkicker experience. Do you love it or what? I think it'd be crazy, my sub has me movin more than I need now

...I'd like to try it out though sometime. Need to tell one of my buddies to install them on their furniture.

tezster · 10-22-2014, 02:40 AM

In my situation, I can't go crazy with the subs, due to space considerations and having neighbours to think about. My compact SB-2000 does a pretty good job, but the buttkicker simply adds a new dimension to the LFE signal. Maybe I would feel different if I had 3 ported SVS subs in my HT

but it's a whole lotta win in my case. It's pretty crazy to think that I can now experience bass notes in the single digits.

If you think about how much most of our audio gear costs -especially for HT enthusiasts- the Buttkicker offers great value for the money, IMO.

3db · 11-14-2014, 07:36 PM

Very nice

talstarone · 11-14-2014, 08:44 PM

Exceptional job on your HT system. Love the looks and know the sound must be without question.
Thanks for sharing and welcome.

tezster · 02-01-2015, 04:10 AM

I've overhauled the first post, as my setup has changed over the past few months. Most recently (just today, in fact!), I've updated the front LCR to the new Klipsch Reference Premiere speakers

Also blinged-up my media shelf a tad.

DangeRuss · 02-01-2015, 08:00 AM

Good Morning

Stunning upgrades .................

Keep up the good work

JJ · 02-01-2015, 02:29 PM

I love apartment setups. Great stuff!

FreddieFerric · 02-01-2015, 02:32 PM

Sweet looking setup! Let us know what you think of the Klipsch's after you had a chance to run them in a bit.

My WF-35's needed about 75 hours to fully relax.

Johnny Vinyl · 02-01-2015, 04:29 PM

Very nice!

01-09-2014, 02:14 PM	#1
tezster Expert Member Member since:Dec 2013 Location:Canada Home Theater Gallery:9 4K collection:135 Blu-ray collection:593 DVD collection:19	Tezster's "Baby Klipsch" compromised Atmos Living Room HT Welcome to my living room HT setup My intent has been to maintain a small footprint with all my equipment (as much as reasonably possible). I like to call it a minimalist design aesthetic i.e. keeping everything clean and clutter-free. Finally, after incremental upgrades in the past 3-4 months, I'm now officially running a 5.2.4 Atmos configuration! The final piece of the puzzle was getting an Atmos-capable receiver - I already had the height speakers installed and wired. Current equipment list: Speakers - Klipsch RP-250 (LCR), Polk OWM-3 (front/rear heights), Klipsch S-20 Surrounds Subwoofer - Dual SVS SB2000's Tactile Transducer - Wireless Buttkicker Advance kit TV - LG 75UH8500 Receiver - Denon AVR-X4200W + OSD two-channel amp Media/Playback Devices - Oppo 203 (region-free), PS3, Rogers SA8300 HD-PVR BDI Mirage 8224 Media Cabinet Misc. - DIY media shelves, Harmony 880 remote, Sewell Deadbolt banana plugs, LED Bias Lighting kit, Trendnet 5-port Gb switch, PC media server w/ 8TB storage. My blu-rays have been moved to a new shelf in my bedroom, to accommodate its ever-increasing size Last edited by tezster; 03-08-2018 at 12:38 PM. Reason: HT update December 2017

02-01-2015, 04:10 AM	#16
tezster Expert Member Member since:Dec 2013 Location:Canada Home Theater Gallery:9 4K collection:135 Blu-ray collection:593 DVD collection:19	I've overhauled the first post, as my setup has changed over the past few months. Most recently (just today, in fact!), I've updated the front LCR to the new Klipsch Reference Premiere speakers Also blinged-up my media shelf a tad. Last edited by tezster; 02-01-2015 at 04:11 AM. Reason: typo

01-09-2014, 02:26 PM	#2
steve1971 Blu-ray Samurai Member since:Feb 2008 Location:Saint Paul Minnesota. 4K collection:15 Blu-ray collection:352 Blu-ray reviews: 119 Trading Score:1	Nice looking setup tezster and welcome to the community!

01-09-2014, 02:28 PM	#3
DangeRuss Blu-ray Grand Duke Top ranked HT gallery Top contributor Member since:Oct 2009 Location:The "Boogie Down" Home Theater Gallery:230 Blu-ray collection:470 DVD collection:354 Blu-ray reviews: 74	Welcome to the Home Theater Gallery threads ........ That's a very nice rig you've put together May your stay here be an enjoyable one

01-09-2014, 02:47 PM	#4
josh96 Blu-ray Samurai Member since:Dec 2010 Location:Illinois Home Theater Gallery:79 Blu-ray collection:118 DVD collection:130	Very nice Tezster. Welcome to the galleries.

01-09-2014, 03:05 PM	#5
Revolver517 Blu-ray Ninja Top contributor Member since:Jan 2013 Location:Michigan Home Theater Gallery:66 Blu-ray collection:574 DVD collection:84	Welcome to the Galleries Tezster love the HT

01-09-2014, 07:42 PM	#6
igotcabada Special Member Top ranked HT gallery Member since:Jan 2009 Location:NC Home Theater Gallery:22 Blu-ray collection:37	Very nice

01-10-2014, 12:37 AM	#7
onyxbfly Blu-ray Guru Member since:Feb 2009 Blu-ray collection:780 DVD collection:29 Trading Score:47	Good Job!

01-10-2014, 01:09 AM	#8
tezster Expert Member Member since:Dec 2013 Location:Canada Home Theater Gallery:9 4K collection:135 Blu-ray collection:593 DVD collection:19	Thank you all for the kind comments

10-14-2014, 12:20 PM	#9
tezster Expert Member Member since:Dec 2013 Location:Canada Home Theater Gallery:9 4K collection:135 Blu-ray collection:593 DVD collection:19	Small update: no equipment change, but I replaced my existing media storage with a shelf I built over the weekend to accommodate my expanding collection (I had ran out of shelf space as the old one was completely full). Old shelf on the left, new one on the right: I found a youtube clip/blog post (here), and used the same basic design. What I like about it is the minimalist design. Because the blu-rays are flush against the wall, it occupies a very small footprint - the depth of the shelf is less than that of a blu-ray case. Living in a small space such as mine, I really appreciate the efficient (and inexpensive) storage solution this provides.

10-14-2014, 12:53 PM	#10
bguzman Blu-ray Samurai Top contributor Member since:Jul 2011 Location:No Cal Home Theater Gallery:124 4K collection:41 Blu-ray collection:344 Trading Score:1	Excellent job sir.

10-22-2014, 12:03 AM	#11
tezster Expert Member Member since:Dec 2013 Location:Canada Home Theater Gallery:9 4K collection:135 Blu-ray collection:593 DVD collection:19	I just installed the wireless Buttkicker HT kit to my system - it's only been a couple of days, but so far, I frickin' LOVE IT! My sofa has a center leg where I attached the buttkicker platform (so it's a pretty ideal setup). The 2nd pic is the wireless/IR transmitter.

10-22-2014, 02:21 AM	#12
Billy13 Blu-ray Count Top contributor Member since:Mar 2013 Location:Somewhere Between Heaven ↑ & Hell ↓ ...... Home Theater Gallery:436 Blu-ray collection:115 DVD collection:63	Never had the Buttkicker experience. Do you love it or what? I think it'd be crazy, my sub has me movin more than I need now ...I'd like to try it out though sometime. Need to tell one of my buddies to install them on their furniture.

10-22-2014, 02:40 AM	#13
tezster Expert Member Member since:Dec 2013 Location:Canada Home Theater Gallery:9 4K collection:135 Blu-ray collection:593 DVD collection:19	In my situation, I can't go crazy with the subs, due to space considerations and having neighbours to think about. My compact SB-2000 does a pretty good job, but the buttkicker simply adds a new dimension to the LFE signal. Maybe I would feel different if I had 3 ported SVS subs in my HT but it's a whole lotta win in my case. It's pretty crazy to think that I can now experience bass notes in the single digits. If you think about how much most of our audio gear costs -especially for HT enthusiasts- the Buttkicker offers great value for the money, IMO.

11-14-2014, 07:36 PM	#14
3db Active Member Member since:Nov 2014 Location:Ottawa Canada Home Theater Gallery:39	Very nice

11-14-2014, 08:44 PM	#15
talstarone Blu-ray Baron Top ranked HT gallery Top contributor Member since:Apr 2009 Location:Clayton, North Carolina Home Theater Gallery:88 Blu-ray collection:363 Blu-ray reviews: 3 Trading Score:54	Exceptional job on your HT system. Love the looks and know the sound must be without question. Thanks for sharing and welcome.

02-01-2015, 08:00 AM	#17
DangeRuss Blu-ray Grand Duke Top ranked HT gallery Top contributor Member since:Oct 2009 Location:The "Boogie Down" Home Theater Gallery:230 Blu-ray collection:470 DVD collection:354 Blu-ray reviews: 74	Good Morning *Stunning upgrades .................* Keep up the good work

02-01-2015, 02:29 PM	#18
JJ Blu-ray Count Top ranked HT gallery Member since:Jul 2007 Location:Miami, FL Home Theater Gallery:99 4K collection:619 Blu-ray collection:1293 DVD collection:31 Digital collection:5 Blu-ray reviews: 18 Trading Score:203	I love apartment setups. Great stuff!

02-01-2015, 02:32 PM	#19
FreddieFerric Blu-ray Knight Top ranked HT gallery Member since:Mar 2008 Location:NOLA Home Theater Gallery:146 4K collection:14 Blu-ray collection:238 Blu-ray reviews:7 Trading Score:1	Sweet looking setup! Let us know what you think of the Klipsch's after you had a chance to run them in a bit. My WF-35's needed about 75 hours to fully relax.

02-01-2015, 04:29 PM	#20
Johnny Vinyl Moderator Top ranked HT gallery Top contributor Member since:Jul 2007 Location:At the crossroad of Analogue Dr & 2CH Ave Home Theater Gallery:19 Blu-ray collection:205 DVD collection:7 Blu-ray reviews:3 Trading Score:8	Very nice!

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