Good 7.1 HD speaker set for around 200$ - Blu-ray Forum

RealSkyDiver · 11-26-2008, 06:56 AM

You think THIS would be good for the Onkyo TX-SR606? I'm just concerned with the size. What kind of nails to I need to mount the speakers on the wall and does it come with all the cables?

thanks

PanasonicPlasmaMan · 11-26-2008, 07:07 AM

What I would do

The Onkyo with shipping will put you at $260
now I have heard Onkyo speakers and as much as I love my 605 they do not make the best speakers.

I am not just saying get this because I own them but I will tell you to go to the the store and test the Polk Rm6750 (5.1 for $200) and you can buy 2 satelite Polk rm6751 for 40 each free shipping so your total would be $280

for $20 more I say the Polk are way worth it and you will not be sorry. I just dont like Onkyo speakers and they are big and bulky but I will say go to a store and hear what you like more

lojack1976 · 11-26-2008, 08:02 AM

I've had these speakers before and they're decent, but nothing special. They're a good deal for the price since you get seven large speakers and a decent sub with the sub being the highlight. The center channel leaves something to be desired and the sound of the surrounds is a bit muddy. The front left and right speakers are pretty good though. They are not bad for starters, but you will definitely want to upgrade eventually. The Polks have the edge in the sound quality department, but the center speaker also is a bit lacking. The sub is pretty weak also. You get five speakers and a sub in this package, so both setups have their pluses and minuses. If you plan on wall mounting then the Polks would probably be better since they're satellites. The Onkyos are pretty heavy and bulky for wall mounting although they do have nail hooks on the back of the surrounds. In the long run you are probably better off spending a little more on a better satellite package. You may want to look at THIS package. This company's speakers are starting to gain some attention and for good reason. They are owned by the same company that owns Marantz, Denon, Boston Acoustics, etc. and they've made it a point not to tout that fact. People over at avsforum have been digging around on these have a good thread going. HERE is that link so you can see what people are saying. HERE is a review that I stumbled upon where they're compared to the Insignia speakers that people seem to like on this forum. I've also read the Men's Health review on them and they liked them a lot. I know that its a health mag, but they've given some good reviews on the latest technology. I'd say its worth a consideration especially at that price. Oh yeah, that review that I linked to was for their bookshelf speakers but the speakers I suggested are their satellites since that seems to be your preference. They're site offers a lot options to piece together the desired system want too.

Midnightsailor · 11-26-2008, 08:28 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by PanasonicPlasmaMan

What I would do

The Onkyo with shipping will put you at $260
now I have heard Onkyo speakers and as much as I love my 605 they do not make the best speakers.

I am not just saying get this because I own them but I will tell you to go to the the store and test the Polk Rm6750 (5.1 for $200) and you can buy 2 satelite Polk rm6751 for 40 each free shipping so your total would be $280

for $20 more I say the Polk are way worth it and you will not be sorry. I just dont like Onkyo speakers and they are big and bulky but I will say go to a store and hear what you like more

Agreed.

RealSkyDiver · 11-26-2008, 06:28 PM

thanks! Do individual speakers come with cable?

JJ · 11-26-2008, 06:32 PM

Go to the Hot Deals Forum and check out the deal Boston Acoustics has on their entry-level satellite line.

Or! Try fluance.com for a great set of speakers as well:

http://www.fluance.com/fluanceavhtb.html

SDon1969 · 11-26-2008, 06:34 PM

Wow, this seems to be the day for $200 speaker sets!

dukenukem · 11-26-2008, 10:26 PM

You will have to buy speaker wire seperately from the speakers.

PanasonicPlasmaMan · 11-26-2008, 10:27 PM

go to monoprice.com for speaker wire and cables. Its So CHEAP!!!

RealSkyDiver · 11-26-2008, 11:10 PM

Which of THESE cables would be good for the Polk Rm6750 ( 8ohm) and what length for a 15 1/2ft. by 11ft. bedroom and 7 speakers?

DaMexiRican · 11-26-2008, 11:21 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by PanasonicPlasmaMan

What I would do

The Onkyo with shipping will put you at $260
now I have heard Onkyo speakers and as much as I love my 605 they do not make the best speakers.

I am not just saying get this because I own them but I will tell you to go to the the store and test the Polk Rm6750 (5.1 for $200) and you can buy 2 satelite Polk rm6751 for 40 each free shipping so your total would be $280

for $20 more I say the Polk are way worth it and you will not be sorry. I just dont like Onkyo speakers and they are big and bulky but I will say go to a store and hear what you like more

Agreed. I got the same speakers and they sound fantastic.

crackinhedz · 11-26-2008, 11:56 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by RealSkyDiver

Which of THESE cables would be good for the Polk Rm6750 ( 8ohm) and what length for a 15 1/2ft. by 11ft. bedroom and 7 speakers?

you would be ok with 16awg wire. (CL 2 rated just because its a nicer look)

...as for length?? you can never have too much monoprice wire! Get more than you think you need, better to have more than not enough.

EDIT: would just like to add my pleasure with monoprice...I just ordered a couple cables a few hours ago, and I've already got my usps tracking number for delivery...although being a Holiday, Im hoping to get it by monday!

RealSkyDiver · 11-27-2008, 12:17 AM

Thanks, I'm gona order 2x 100ft. 16awg cables. That should be enough.

Keiths Light · 11-27-2008, 12:58 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by RealSkyDiver

Thanks, I'm gona order 2x 100ft. 16awg cables. That should be enough.

That should do just fine with that room size. May I also add that you won't be sorry you bought the polks. They make very good speakers for the money. COupled with that receiver you should be very satisfied.

PanasonicPlasmaMan · 11-27-2008, 01:00 AM

Im glad you decided to go with the polk. You are going to be pleased when you get them.

SlmShdy1 · 11-27-2008, 06:20 AM

I kind of regret jumping the gun when I see everybody recommend Polk speaker packages, but I love my Onkyo speakers. I ended up getting the SKS-HT240 speaker package based on reviews alone. It was only a 6.1 system so I bought an extra pair of the same speakers from Overstock. Worked out beautifully.

RealSkyDiver · 11-27-2008, 07:00 AM

Do the speakers come with nails for the wall are what should I get? Just wanna be sure.

SlmShdy1 · 11-27-2008, 09:32 AM

You might want to use screws instead. And they do not come with nails. I believe some HTiB's come with screws but not the good ones.

11-26-2008, 06:56 AM	#1
RealSkyDiver Active Member Member since:Nov 2008	Good 7.1 HD speaker set for around 200$ You think THIS would be good for the Onkyo TX-SR606? I'm just concerned with the size. What kind of nails to I need to mount the speakers on the wall and does it come with all the cables? thanks

11-26-2008, 08:02 AM	#3
lojack1976 Blu-ray Guru Top ranked HT gallery Member since:Aug 2008 Location:7 Cities, VA Home Theater Gallery:62 Blu-ray collection:203	I've had these speakers before and they're decent, but nothing special. They're a good deal for the price since you get seven large speakers and a decent sub with the sub being the highlight. The center channel leaves something to be desired and the sound of the surrounds is a bit muddy. The front left and right speakers are pretty good though. They are not bad for starters, but you will definitely want to upgrade eventually. The Polks have the edge in the sound quality department, but the center speaker also is a bit lacking. The sub is pretty weak also. You get five speakers and a sub in this package, so both setups have their pluses and minuses. If you plan on wall mounting then the Polks would probably be better since they're satellites. The Onkyos are pretty heavy and bulky for wall mounting although they do have nail hooks on the back of the surrounds. In the long run you are probably better off spending a little more on a better satellite package. You may want to look at THIS package. This company's speakers are starting to gain some attention and for good reason. They are owned by the same company that owns Marantz, Denon, Boston Acoustics, etc. and they've made it a point not to tout that fact. People over at avsforum have been digging around on these have a good thread going. HERE is that link so you can see what people are saying. HERE is a review that I stumbled upon where they're compared to the Insignia speakers that people seem to like on this forum. I've also read the Men's Health review on them and they liked them a lot. I know that its a health mag, but they've given some good reviews on the latest technology. I'd say its worth a consideration especially at that price. Oh yeah, that review that I linked to was for their bookshelf speakers but the speakers I suggested are their satellites since that seems to be your preference. They're site offers a lot options to piece together the desired system want too. Last edited by lojack1976; 11-26-2008 at 08:14 AM.

11-26-2008, 11:10 PM	#10
RealSkyDiver Active Member Member since:Nov 2008	Which of THESE cables would be good for the Polk Rm6750 ( 8ohm) and what length for a 15 1/2ft. by 11ft. bedroom and 7 speakers? Last edited by RealSkyDiver; 11-26-2008 at 11:25 PM.

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11-26-2008, 07:07 AM	#2
PanasonicPlasmaMan Special Member Member since:Jul 2008 Location:California Home Theater Gallery:14 Blu-ray collection:25 Blu-ray reviews:1 Trading Score:18	What I would do The Onkyo with shipping will put you at $260 now I have heard Onkyo speakers and as much as I love my 605 they do not make the best speakers. I am not just saying get this because I own them but I will tell you to go to the the store and test the Polk Rm6750 (5.1 for $200) and you can buy 2 satelite Polk rm6751 for 40 each free shipping so your total would be $280 for $20 more I say the Polk are way worth it and you will not be sorry. I just dont like Onkyo speakers and they are big and bulky but I will say go to a store and hear what you like more

11-26-2008, 06:28 PM	#5
RealSkyDiver Active Member Member since:Nov 2008	thanks! Do individual speakers come with cable?

11-26-2008, 06:32 PM	#6
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	Go to the Hot Deals Forum and check out the deal Boston Acoustics has on their entry-level satellite line. Or! Try fluance.com for a great set of speakers as well: http://www.fluance.com/fluanceavhtb.html

11-26-2008, 06:34 PM	#7
SDon1969 Blu-ray Samurai Member since:Feb 2008 Location:Massachusetts Home Theater Gallery:32 Blu-ray collection:745 Blu-ray reviews:1 Trading Score:1	Wow, this seems to be the day for $200 speaker sets!

11-26-2008, 10:26 PM	#8
dukenukem Active Member Member since:Jan 2008 Home Theater Gallery:23 Blu-ray collection:31	You will have to buy speaker wire seperately from the speakers.

11-26-2008, 10:27 PM	#9
PanasonicPlasmaMan Special Member Member since:Jul 2008 Location:California Home Theater Gallery:14 Blu-ray collection:25 Blu-ray reviews:1 Trading Score:18	go to monoprice.com for speaker wire and cables. Its So CHEAP!!!

11-27-2008, 12:17 AM	#13
RealSkyDiver Active Member Member since:Nov 2008	Thanks, I'm gona order 2x 100ft. 16awg cables. That should be enough.

11-27-2008, 01:00 AM	#15
PanasonicPlasmaMan Special Member Member since:Jul 2008 Location:California Home Theater Gallery:14 Blu-ray collection:25 Blu-ray reviews:1 Trading Score:18	Im glad you decided to go with the polk. You are going to be pleased when you get them.

11-27-2008, 06:20 AM	#16
SlmShdy1 Blu-ray Guru Top contributor Member since:Nov 2007 Location:Honolulu, HI PlayStation® PSN: SlmShdy1 Home Theater Gallery:39 Blu-ray collection:292	I kind of regret jumping the gun when I see everybody recommend Polk speaker packages, but I love my Onkyo speakers. I ended up getting the SKS-HT240 speaker package based on reviews alone. It was only a 6.1 system so I bought an extra pair of the same speakers from Overstock. Worked out beautifully.

11-27-2008, 07:00 AM	#17
RealSkyDiver Active Member Member since:Nov 2008	Do the speakers come with nails for the wall are what should I get? Just wanna be sure.

11-27-2008, 09:32 AM	#18
SlmShdy1 Blu-ray Guru Top contributor Member since:Nov 2007 Location:Honolulu, HI PlayStation® PSN: SlmShdy1 Home Theater Gallery:39 Blu-ray collection:292	You might want to use screws instead. And they do not come with nails. I believe some HTiB's come with screws but not the good ones.

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