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cojupp · 08-29-2009, 03:03 PM

I have just got a half decent TV (LG 32LH3000) - its 1080p so it seems a shame to not have a blue ray player and external speakers.

Predictably however budget is tight, and the way the room is laid out means that really only 2.1 is an option - the front speakers would need to be able to go on floor stands... So my question is:

What is the best/cheapest blue ray player with 2.1 speakers combo?

Appreciate your help...

Hammie · 08-29-2009, 03:12 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by cojupp

I have just got a half decent TV (LG 32LH3000) - its 1080p so it seems a shame to not have a blue ray player and external speakers.

Predictably however budget is tight, and the way the room is laid out means that really only 2.1 is an option - the front speakers would need to be able to go on floor stands... So my question is:

What is the best/cheapest blue ray player with 2.1 speakers combo?

Appreciate your help...

Well, I think a PS3 is the only BD player that will allow you to use external (Logitech comes to mind) speakers.

You might be able to get a used PS3 and some Logitech speakers for under $300-350. Maybe less.

A new PS3 and speakers may be more in the $500 price range.

cojupp · 08-29-2009, 03:24 PM

How much would it cost to buy an amp/decoder and speakers along with a blue ray player?

fiddlestyx · 08-29-2009, 03:32 PM

You say the budget is tight, but is there an actual dollar amount? Would definitely help to know to give you some recommendations.

cojupp · 08-29-2009, 03:39 PM

It is fairly flexible but £300 (not sure what that is in dollars) would be about right - more if needed...

crackinhedz · 08-29-2009, 03:43 PM

If I were you...I would go for a 3.1 setup.

Pick up a decent HDMI receiver and [speakers] fronts, center channel and subwoofer.

Granted as you said, your room layout might prevent...but if you can fit a center channel in, I would highly recommend, as you will get much better dialogue...and still have decent front support!

fiddlestyx · 08-29-2009, 05:02 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by cojupp

It is fairly flexible but £300 (not sure what that is in dollars) would be about right - more if needed...

Are you thinking £300 for receiver, speakers and blu-ray player?

08-29-2009, 03:03 PM	#1
cojupp Junior Member Member since:Aug 2009	Total novice - need help... I have just got a half decent TV (LG 32LH3000) - its 1080p so it seems a shame to not have a blue ray player and external speakers. Predictably however budget is tight, and the way the room is laid out means that really only 2.1 is an option - the front speakers would need to be able to go on floor stands... So my question is: What is the best/cheapest blue ray player with 2.1 speakers combo? Appreciate your help... Last edited by cojupp; 08-29-2009 at 03:05 PM.

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08-29-2009, 03:24 PM	#3
cojupp Junior Member Member since:Aug 2009	How much would it cost to buy an amp/decoder and speakers along with a blue ray player?

08-29-2009, 03:32 PM	#4
fiddlestyx Member Top ranked HT gallery Member since:Apr 2009 Home Theater Gallery:16	You say the budget is tight, but is there an actual dollar amount? Would definitely help to know to give you some recommendations.

08-29-2009, 03:39 PM	#5
cojupp Junior Member Member since:Aug 2009	It is fairly flexible but £300 (not sure what that is in dollars) would be about right - more if needed...

08-29-2009, 03:43 PM	#6
crackinhedz Super Moderator Member since:Feb 2007 Home Theater Gallery:10 Blu-ray reviews:8 Trading Score:19	If I were you...I would go for a 3.1 setup. Pick up a decent HDMI receiver and [speakers] fronts, center channel and subwoofer. Granted as you said, your room layout might prevent...but if you can fit a center channel in, I would highly recommend, as you will get much better dialogue...and still have decent front support!

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