Your AUDIO investment! - Page 2 - Blu-ray Forum

JJ · 12-17-2008, 11:26 PM

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Originally Posted by ObiTrentKenobi

HAHAHAHAHAHAHHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHA

I think my audio investment has been a deal compared to the aweful amounts of money you people are spending on audio. do you know how many bluray movies you could have bought if you had spent even half as much? or how many groceries you could have gotten?

but all the power to you if you can afford that...

For you, a movie might simply 'sound good'.

But at least for me, it's an experience.

Good lord, that sounded snobby. Yeesh. That's not the point. But don't deride us for our choices. Would we deride you for what you've bought? No. You telling us that we could've bought X-number of BRs with the same amount of money is like someone telling you "my remote control" or "a single speaker wire" cost that much. Have you heard a quality sound setup? That laugh would've ended real short.

ObiTrentKenobi · 12-17-2008, 11:30 PM

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Originally Posted by JJxiv1215

For you, it might simply sound good.

But at least for me, it's an experience.

I agree, audio completes the home-theater experience... but with all the money i've saved compared to some, i can go out to the movies and enjoy their 30' screens and booming sound (which, they're sound usually isn't the best anyway), i like the experience of going out to a movie still i guess. My 200$ sony set sounds BETTER and clearer/crisper than the theaters around here actually... my ears wouldn't be able to tell the difference between my 200$ set and a 2,000$ set because they're so bad, and i've sold home theaters at an electronics retailer for 3 years so i've heard some crap speakers and some expensive speakers.

i put all my money into the best picture i could afford...

i didn't mean to offend anyone by what they've spent, honestly i'm jealous...

Gremal · 12-17-2008, 11:31 PM

What should we do with the money? If we bought stock or had it sitting in the bank, what enjoyment would that have brought us? As it turns out, my audio purchases held their value which allowed me to trade up to increasingly better gear.

My 401K is in the toilet.

EidolonAlpha · 12-17-2008, 11:31 PM

Nothing too fancy, great bang for the buck... I got a Marantz receiver, all Paradigm speakers, and Transparent the wall speaker wire... Cost between $5500-$6000...

JJ · 12-17-2008, 11:32 PM

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Originally Posted by ObiTrentKenobi

I agree, audio completes the home-theater experience... but with all the money i've saved compared to some, i can go out to the movies and enjoy their 30' screens and booming sound (which, they're sound usually isn't the best anyway), i like the experience of going out to a movie still i guess. My 200$ sony set sounds BETTER and clearer/crisper than the theaters around here actually...

i put all my money into the best picture i could afford...

No, no, Trent, don't take it as a personal affront, I'm not one to do that, either. You know, I think anything I could write in response would show me a snob, and I don't want that. Someone else want to chime in?

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Originally Posted by Gremal

What should we do with the money? If we bought stock or had it sitting in the bank, what enjoyment would that have brought us? As it turns out, my audio purchases held their value which allowed me to trade up to increasingly better gear.

My 401K is in the toilet.

Ah, you see? There you go. Besides - the way I see it, buying this now means I don't have to spend as much later. And it's not as if I'm rolling in the dough either. I'm a student. But if everything else in my financial situation is fine - I felt like I should go for what makes me happiest. No overdue bills to pay - check - no debt, loan or creditcardwise - check - car is fine - check - got food, water - check - roof over my head, check - go with the hobby, and I don't regret it in the slightest.

Beta Man · 12-17-2008, 11:38 PM

need more poll options..... $5,000 + is too vague...... like Gremal said.... many have single speakers/components that eclipse that

(I don't)

crazyBLUE · 12-17-2008, 11:45 PM

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Originally Posted by JJxiv1215

For you, a movie might simply 'sound good'.

But at least for me, it's an experience.

Good lord, that sounded snobby. Yeesh. That's not the point. But don't deride us for our choices. Would we deride you for what you've bought? No. You telling us that we could've bought X-number of BRs with the same amount of money is like someone telling you "my remote control" or "a single speaker wire" cost that much. Have you heard a quality sound setup? That laugh would've ended real short.

+1 JJ !!!!!!!!! HAVING THAT EXPERIENCE MAKES IT 1000 TIMES BETTER & SOON TO BE ALLOT BETTER FOR ME !!

Big Daddy · 12-17-2008, 11:49 PM

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Originally Posted by JJxiv1215

Ah, the future! Someday, a young whippersnapper like myself longs to have something similar.

You are unbelieble JJ. You promised that your next project is to make a home-made subwoofer. How soon they forget!!!???

JJ · 12-17-2008, 11:50 PM

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Originally Posted by Big Daddy

You are unbelieble JJ. You promised that your next project is to make a home-made subwoofer. How soon they forget!!!???

Pops, listen here - we're talking the FUTURE FUTURE FUTURE for those 800-series.

The home-made subwoofer is more of a near near...future future. Month?

Big Daddy · 12-17-2008, 11:54 PM

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Originally Posted by JJxiv1215

Pops, listen here - we're talking the FUTURE FUTURE FUTURE for those 800-series.

The home-made subwoofer is more of a near near...future future. Month?

I am glad you listen to your elders.

Halcro 1 · 12-17-2008, 11:55 PM

Halcro SSP200 = 13000 Halcro MC50= 6000 Meridian G08=4800 EAD TheatervisionP =3000 Acoustic Zen Addiago=4800 Audes Blues=2200 Audes Grand Central=850 Sony A-3000=1900 Monitor FB210=1000 Running Springs Audio Haley Conditioner=2000 Audience AU24 Balanced IC=4000 PS3=400 Harmony 1000 Remote=300 Acoustic Zen Satori Spraker Cables=600...Thats about it ...BDI Rack=650 .....Listening to Music or Watching a Movie with friends Jaw dropped ?????Priceless I forgot my PS power cords

Johnny Vinyl · 12-17-2008, 11:58 PM

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Originally Posted by Beta Man

need more poll options..... $5,000 + is too vague...... like Gremal said.... many have single speakers/components that eclipse that

(I don't)

I could have added a few more options, but then somebody else would have responded with the same reply as yours. It's a neverending story. I think the average member here can comfortably poll within the parameters I've provided. But I get your point nonetheless.

Johnny Vinyl · 12-18-2008, 12:00 AM

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Originally Posted by Halcro 1

Halcro SSP200 = 13000 Halcro MC50= 6000 Meridian G08=4800 EAD TheatervisionP =3000 Acoustic Zen Addiago=4800 Audes Blues=2200 Audes Grand Central=850 Sony A-3000=1900 Monitor FB210=1000 Running Springs Audio Haley Conditioner=2000 Audience AU24 Balanced IC=4000 PS3=400 Harmony 1000 Remote=300 Acoustic Zen Satori Spraker Cables=600...Thats about it ...BDI Rack=650 .....Listening to Music or Watching a Movie with friends Jaw dropped ?????Priceless I forgot my PS power cords

I don't mean to be a smartass, but couldn't you just have pointed out your sig.? BTW...AMP/SPEAKERS only....

Marcusarilius · 12-18-2008, 12:01 AM

Over $5000.00 plus in speakers and Sub alone.

Halcro 1 · 12-18-2008, 12:04 AM

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Originally Posted by John72953

I don't mean to be a smartass, but couldn't you just have pointed out your sig.? BTW...AMP/SPEAKERS only....

Well The toipc is Your AUDIO investment unless I read wrong....

Halcro 1 · 12-18-2008, 12:07 AM

OK Pre/Pro 13000 Amp 6000 and Speakers 8000 Or So... Happy????

Johnny Vinyl · 12-18-2008, 12:08 AM

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Originally Posted by Halcro 1

Well The toipc is Your AUDIO investment unless I read wrong....

You did read wrong, but that's ok. I've done that myself numerous times. And for the record...nice gear Halcro 1

J6P · 12-18-2008, 12:08 AM

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Originally Posted by Beta Man

need more poll options..... $5,000 + is too vague...... like Gremal said.... many have single speakers/components that eclipse that

(I don't)

Gremal and Brainsturgeon shouldn't even be allowed to participate. They'll throw the curve!

Me? I'm laying low out of embarrassment. My 7.1 setup is all towers, but it's quantity over quality for now. I have high hopes that this might be The Year of B&W though. The build quality alone is enough to get me interested; I don't think I've auditioned a set in the last five years.

Johnny Vinyl · 12-18-2008, 12:10 AM

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Originally Posted by Halcro 1

OK Pre/Pro 13000 Amp 6000 and Speakers 8000 Or So... Happy????

Yes..I'm very happy now! You made my freagin' day!

Halcro 1 · 12-18-2008, 12:12 AM

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Originally Posted by John72953

Yes..I'm very happy now! You made my freagin' day!

TY LOL

View Poll Results: Your AMP/SPEAKER Investment
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$1,001 - $2,000	81	24.70%
$2,001 - $5,000	103	31.40%
$5,000 +	79	24.09%
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12-17-2008, 11:31 PM	#23
Gremal Blu-ray Samurai Top ranked HT gallery Member since:Feb 2007 Location:Daddyland Home Theater Gallery:49 Blu-ray collection:184	What should we do with the money? If we bought stock or had it sitting in the bank, what enjoyment would that have brought us? As it turns out, my audio purchases held their value which allowed me to trade up to increasingly better gear. My 401K is in the toilet.

12-17-2008, 11:31 PM	#24
EidolonAlpha Member Member since:Mar 2008 Location:Everett, Wa	Nothing too fancy, great bang for the buck... I got a Marantz receiver, all Paradigm speakers, and Transparent the wall speaker wire... Cost between $5500-$6000...

12-17-2008, 11:38 PM	#26
Beta Man Moderator Top contributor Member since:Jan 2008 Location:Juuuuuuuust A Bit Outside.... Home Theater Gallery:4 Blu-ray collection:268 Blu-ray reviews: 18 Trading Score:25	need more poll options..... $5,000 + is too vague...... like Gremal said.... many have single speakers/components that eclipse that (I don't)

12-17-2008, 11:55 PM	#31
Halcro 1 Senior Member Member since:Nov 2008 Location:Everywhere Home Theater Gallery:12	Halcro SSP200 = 13000 Halcro MC50= 6000 Meridian G08=4800 EAD TheatervisionP =3000 Acoustic Zen Addiago=4800 Audes Blues=2200 Audes Grand Central=850 Sony A-3000=1900 Monitor FB210=1000 Running Springs Audio Haley Conditioner=2000 Audience AU24 Balanced IC=4000 PS3=400 Harmony 1000 Remote=300 Acoustic Zen Satori Spraker Cables=600...Thats about it ...BDI Rack=650 .....Listening to Music or Watching a Movie with friends Jaw dropped ?????Priceless I forgot my PS power cords

12-18-2008, 12:01 AM	#34
Marcusarilius Blu-ray Ninja Member since:Aug 2007 Location:Seattle, WA. Blu-ray reviews:52 Trading Score:1	Over $5000.00 plus in speakers and Sub alone.

12-18-2008, 12:07 AM	#36
Halcro 1 Senior Member Member since:Nov 2008 Location:Everywhere Home Theater Gallery:12	OK Pre/Pro 13000 Amp 6000 and Speakers 8000 Or So... Happy????

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