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jharv · 01-10-2010, 07:30 PM

Budget around $800, any help would be greatly appreciated!

Moefiz · 01-10-2010, 07:39 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by jharv

Budget around $800, any help would be greatly appreciated!

For 800.00 you can do much better than a HTIB...

http://www.amazon.com/Yamaha-RX-V863...3155791&sr=1-8

http://www.amazon.com/Polk-Audio-Cha...155880&sr=1-14

Just a suggestion on what you can look for...

Much better than getting a HTIB

erict · 01-10-2010, 08:28 PM

Like Moefiz says, for $800 you can get a much better receiver and speakers then a HTIB. You have alot of choices with that budget.

Beaner666 · 01-10-2010, 09:20 PM

http://www.amazon.com/Onkyo-HT-S6200.../dp/B002C73WS6

The reciever is the same as the Onkyo 60x Series that everyone on the board seems to love (appears to be the 607), and the speakers (on paper at least*) seem to have a better fequency response than the Polk's.

* Polk's = 20khz - 135hz for satellite's, 200hz - 40hz for sub
Onkyo = 20khz - 70hz for satellites's, 120hz - 25hz for sub

emoxley · 01-10-2010, 09:54 PM

I'd recommend this receiver. It's cheaper and does everything you need:
http://www.amazon.com/Onkyo-TX-SR607...3162784&sr=1-3
That would leave just enough money for these: http://www.amazon.com/Klipsch-Quinte...162909&sr=1-37

erict · 01-10-2010, 10:01 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by emoxley

I'd recommend this receiver. It's cheaper and does everything you need:
http://www.amazon.com/Onkyo-TX-SR607...3162784&sr=1-3
That would leave just enough money for these: http://www.amazon.com/Klipsch-Quinte...162909&sr=1-37

Good choice, but not sure if he wants a sub as well

emoxley · 01-10-2010, 11:15 PM

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Originally Posted by erict

Good choice, but not sure if he wants a sub as well

Yeah, good catch. I missed the fact that a sub wasn't there.
He can probably find a decent sub on Craig's List fairly cheap. I see them all the time. The better quality speakers would be worth it, even if he had to wait a little while for a sub. Those floor standing speakers might give enough bass to hold him, till he can get a sub.

HiDefRev · 01-11-2010, 02:25 AM

I second the Onkyo HT-S6200 system. It has everything you need right in the box and is super easy to set up. Check http://www.amazon.com for the best price !

leynadbr · 01-11-2010, 03:05 AM

Hello Guys...I'm having the same issue but I just dont want spend that amount of money..tho I'd like to get HD audio and set my system for future updates. So something around $500 or less..does anyone can suggest me something ?

I'm just the regular user for a set of full hd tv, ps3, HT plus downloaded blu-rays via ps3 that can work properly without sounds distortions. I dont do crazy loud sounds or play ps3 15hrs a day or watch blu ray everyday..just wouldn't like to mess my first HT up.

I was thinking about the Onkyo 5200..maybe its the only thing i can get with my budget.. :/

Hope u guys can give me a hint.

OP: sorry about get into your post.

quest88 · 01-11-2010, 03:27 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by leynadbr

Hello Guys...I'm having the same issue but I just dont want spend that amount of money..tho I'd like to get HD audio and set my system for future updates. So something around $500 or less..does anyone can suggest me something ?

I'm just the regular user for a set of full hd tv, ps3, HT plus downloaded blu-rays via ps3 that can work properly without sounds distortions. I dont do crazy loud sounds or play ps3 15hrs a day or watch blu ray everyday..just wouldn't like to mess my first HT up.

I was thinking about the Onkyo 5200..maybe its the only thing i can get with my budget.. :/

Hope u guys can give me a hint.

OP: sorry about get into your post.

Check this thread out last deal is on page 2

https://forum.blu-ray.com/showthread.php?t=127615

jharv · 01-11-2010, 03:34 AM

Thanks everybody for all the input so far, I like seeing options! I'm new to anything that comes to audio with a HT. I have another question, for all those showing me speakers that are shelf-speakers, what do you recommend to hold them? Mounts or speaker stands? I'm currently renting right now but my fiance and I have been in the house market trying to find a home. Keep the advice coming fellas.

Wreckwrx · 01-28-2010, 01:58 AM

I got a PS3 slim and I hooked it up to my Samsung HTX-715 using optical cable for the audio and using hdmi from the PS3 to my Samsung plasma.....

And since my plasma and HTIB are both Samsung, I can operate both devices using one remote control.....

STARSCREAM · 01-28-2010, 07:05 AM

Get an Onkyo HTIB. They make very good ones as their receivers are very good and the speakers as well.

starkent08 · 01-28-2010, 07:37 AM

fisher price makes a good htib go that route lol

STARSCREAM · 01-28-2010, 07:21 PM

I don't know why everyone is making fun of HTIB. There are some that are very good. I used to have an ONKYO HTIB and it worked awesome for me and sounded awesome as well.

People need to realize not everyone can afford to piece together higher end system and/or some just don't wanna deal with buying separately and want it all together and also want everything the same brand.

stcurell · 01-29-2010, 05:32 PM

What is the primary use for the system? Music, Movies, Video games, or TV?

If you're serious about building a good system, spend your money where it counts.

Music: large tower speakers (2.0 system)
Movies: Receiver that can extract HDMI audio for HD-codecs from blu-ray(example- Sony 800), center channel is most important speaker, then sub and front L/R, then surround. You can go with some inexpensive bookshelves for rears to save money.
Video Games: 5.1 setup with small identical speakers is fine. Don't worry about a big center or big front speakers.
TV: 3.1 recommended with good center channel. Surround speakers optional

If you're like me and use it for all of these purposes, here is what each channel is important for, and you can decide where to spend the money:
Center: Dialogue. This is where 70-80% of movie and TV sound is sent.
Front L/R: Music, main sound effects during action scenes.
Sub: A must for movies. Plays the LFE channel that even large tower speakers are not designed for. Compensates for other small speakers.
Surrounds: Movie and Video game effects. Minimal use in TV. Not used for 2.0 music listening. Don't spend much money here initially.

Other things to keep in mind:
-db sensitivity of speakers. 3db increase in speaker sensitivity halves the power requirement. If you want to crank it like a theater experience, look for something above 87db. Otherwise you will experience clipping(when cranked), which sounds bad and ruins speakers. For a large room you want good db sensitivity AND high wattage from receiver. 100 watts is plenty for a small room. Surround speakers don't need a high sensitivity.
-Frequency response of speakers. 80hz or lower for the center and fronts is ideal, look for rating of 60hz or lower ideally. This is because sounds above 80hz sent to the subwoofer will ruin the experience.

Devlyn · 02-02-2010, 03:36 AM

Because of this site I was swayed from buying Bose, more posters than I can count said all you're paying for with Bose is brand name and whatnot and that they aren't as good as some of the other options.

Long story short... I ended up buying the Onkyo HT-S6200

leynadbr · 02-02-2010, 04:32 AM

Great..I'm just about to do the same..Tell us..is it worth it !?

How much did u pay !?

The only annoying thing is that it doesnt do hdmi audio..but I guess its just a detail..nothing than an optical cable doesnt resolve.

emoxley · 02-02-2010, 12:35 PM

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Originally Posted by leynadbr

The only annoying thing is that it doesnt do hdmi audio..but I guess its just a detail..nothing than an optical cable doesnt resolve.

Yes, the 6200 does do audio over HDMI, and decodes the HD audio formats. The 5200 does not.
http://www.us.onkyo.com/model.cfm?m=...ss=Systems&p=i

Steve · 02-02-2010, 02:56 PM

I used to have an Onkyo HTiB. I had the HT-SP908. I believe it was the predacessor to the current HT-S6200. It came with an TX-SR605, which was a solid entry level receiver. The only thing I didn't like about it was that it didn't have pre-outs. The speakers and sub are good for HTiB speakers, but IMO you would be better off taking your money and buying a receiver with pre-outs (and they're out there for good prices) and buying the Klipsch speaker setup linked to above by emoxley. You wouldn't have a subwoofer, but if you were then able to save up another $200-$300 you could buy a much better sub than what comes in the Onkyo HTiB.

I think the Onkyo HTiB speakers are the most inefficient I've ever seen so I had to turn the receiver up quite loud to get the volume I wanted. Klipsch are much, much more efficient and can produce much greater volume with less power.

That's the way I would go if I were you. However, if you really want to go with an HTiB I don't think you can do any better than an Onkyo setup.

01-10-2010, 07:30 PM	#1
jharv Active Member Member since:Jan 2010 Blu-ray collection:39	Recommend a HTIB for a PS3 owner Budget around $800, any help would be greatly appreciated!

01-11-2010, 02:25 AM	#8
HiDefRev Active Member Member since:Sep 2009 Location:State of Relativity Blu-ray collection:35	HTiB I second the Onkyo HT-S6200 system. It has everything you need right in the box and is super easy to set up. Check http://www.amazon.com for the best price !

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01-10-2010, 08:28 PM	#3
erict Blu-ray Baron Top ranked HT gallery Top contributor Member since:Apr 2009 Location:In the country Home Theater Gallery:92 Blu-ray collection:7	Like Moefiz says, for $800 you can get a much better receiver and speakers then a HTIB. You have alot of choices with that budget.

01-10-2010, 09:20 PM	#4
Beaner666 Active Member Member since:Jul 2009 Location:Hickory Hills, IL USA (Chicagoland)	http://www.amazon.com/Onkyo-HT-S6200.../dp/B002C73WS6 The reciever is the same as the Onkyo 60x Series that everyone on the board seems to love (appears to be the 607), and the speakers (on paper at least) seem to have a better fequency response than the Polk's. Polk's = 20khz - 135hz for satellite's, 200hz - 40hz for sub Onkyo = 20khz - 70hz for satellites's, 120hz - 25hz for sub

01-10-2010, 09:54 PM	#5
emoxley Active Member Member since:Nov 2009 Location:Eastern NC Home Theater Gallery:18 Blu-ray collection:62 Trading Score:1	I'd recommend this receiver. It's cheaper and does everything you need: http://www.amazon.com/Onkyo-TX-SR607...3162784&sr=1-3 That would leave just enough money for these: http://www.amazon.com/Klipsch-Quinte...162909&sr=1-37

01-11-2010, 03:05 AM	#9
leynadbr Junior Member Member since:Jan 2010	Hello Guys...I'm having the same issue but I just dont want spend that amount of money..tho I'd like to get HD audio and set my system for future updates. So something around $500 or less..does anyone can suggest me something ? I'm just the regular user for a set of full hd tv, ps3, HT plus downloaded blu-rays via ps3 that can work properly without sounds distortions. I dont do crazy loud sounds or play ps3 15hrs a day or watch blu ray everyday..just wouldn't like to mess my first HT up. I was thinking about the Onkyo 5200..maybe its the only thing i can get with my budget.. :/ Hope u guys can give me a hint. OP: sorry about get into your post.

01-11-2010, 03:34 AM	#11
jharv Active Member Member since:Jan 2010 Blu-ray collection:39	Thanks everybody for all the input so far, I like seeing options! I'm new to anything that comes to audio with a HT. I have another question, for all those showing me speakers that are shelf-speakers, what do you recommend to hold them? Mounts or speaker stands? I'm currently renting right now but my fiance and I have been in the house market trying to find a home. Keep the advice coming fellas.

01-28-2010, 01:58 AM	#12
Wreckwrx Member Member since:Jan 2010 Blu-ray collection:21	I got a PS3 slim and I hooked it up to my Samsung HTX-715 using optical cable for the audio and using hdmi from the PS3 to my Samsung plasma..... And since my plasma and HTIB are both Samsung, I can operate both devices using one remote control.....

01-28-2010, 07:05 AM	#13
STARSCREAM Blu-ray Ninja Member since:Feb 2008 Location:Dagobah Blu-ray collection:148 Trading Score:67	Get an Onkyo HTIB. They make very good ones as their receivers are very good and the speakers as well.

01-28-2010, 07:37 AM	#14
starkent08 Senior Member Member since:Mar 2009 Blu-ray collection:870 Blu-ray reviews:16	fisher price makes a good htib go that route lol

01-28-2010, 07:21 PM	#15
STARSCREAM Blu-ray Ninja Member since:Feb 2008 Location:Dagobah Blu-ray collection:148 Trading Score:67	I don't know why everyone is making fun of HTIB. There are some that are very good. I used to have an ONKYO HTIB and it worked awesome for me and sounded awesome as well. People need to realize not everyone can afford to piece together higher end system and/or some just don't wanna deal with buying separately and want it all together and also want everything the same brand.

01-29-2010, 05:32 PM	#16
stcurell Active Member Member since:Jan 2010 Home Theater Gallery:22 Blu-ray collection:39 Trading Score:3	What is the primary use for the system? Music, Movies, Video games, or TV? If you're serious about building a good system, spend your money where it counts. Music: large tower speakers (2.0 system) Movies: Receiver that can extract HDMI audio for HD-codecs from blu-ray(example- Sony 800), center channel is most important speaker, then sub and front L/R, then surround. You can go with some inexpensive bookshelves for rears to save money. Video Games: 5.1 setup with small identical speakers is fine. Don't worry about a big center or big front speakers. TV: 3.1 recommended with good center channel. Surround speakers optional If you're like me and use it for all of these purposes, here is what each channel is important for, and you can decide where to spend the money: Center: Dialogue. This is where 70-80% of movie and TV sound is sent. Front L/R: Music, main sound effects during action scenes. Sub: A must for movies. Plays the LFE channel that even large tower speakers are not designed for. Compensates for other small speakers. Surrounds: Movie and Video game effects. Minimal use in TV. Not used for 2.0 music listening. Don't spend much money here initially. Other things to keep in mind: -db sensitivity of speakers. 3db increase in speaker sensitivity halves the power requirement. If you want to crank it like a theater experience, look for something above 87db. Otherwise you will experience clipping(when cranked), which sounds bad and ruins speakers. For a large room you want good db sensitivity AND high wattage from receiver. 100 watts is plenty for a small room. Surround speakers don't need a high sensitivity. -Frequency response of speakers. 80hz or lower for the center and fronts is ideal, look for rating of 60hz or lower ideally. This is because sounds above 80hz sent to the subwoofer will ruin the experience.

02-02-2010, 03:36 AM	#17
Devlyn New Member Member since:Feb 2010	Because of this site I was swayed from buying Bose, more posters than I can count said all you're paying for with Bose is brand name and whatnot and that they aren't as good as some of the other options. Long story short... I ended up buying the Onkyo HT-S6200

02-02-2010, 04:32 AM	#18
leynadbr Junior Member Member since:Jan 2010	Great..I'm just about to do the same..Tell us..is it worth it !? How much did u pay !? The only annoying thing is that it doesnt do hdmi audio..but I guess its just a detail..nothing than an optical cable doesnt resolve.

02-02-2010, 02:56 PM	#20
Steve Blu-ray Knight Top ranked HT gallery Top contributor Member since:May 2008 Location:Anna, TX 4K collection:128 Blu-ray collection:416 Trading Score:41	I used to have an Onkyo HTiB. I had the HT-SP908. I believe it was the predacessor to the current HT-S6200. It came with an TX-SR605, which was a solid entry level receiver. The only thing I didn't like about it was that it didn't have pre-outs. The speakers and sub are good for HTiB speakers, but IMO you would be better off taking your money and buying a receiver with pre-outs (and they're out there for good prices) and buying the Klipsch speaker setup linked to above by emoxley. You wouldn't have a subwoofer, but if you were then able to save up another $200-$300 you could buy a much better sub than what comes in the Onkyo HTiB. I think the Onkyo HTiB speakers are the most inefficient I've ever seen so I had to turn the receiver up quite loud to get the volume I wanted. Klipsch are much, much more efficient and can produce much greater volume with less power. That's the way I would go if I were you. However, if you really want to go with an HTiB I don't think you can do any better than an Onkyo setup.

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