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spudd4242 · 12-14-2009, 10:23 PM

Hey all, i found out today by mistake that my parentals purchased this HTiB for me http://www.sears.com/shc/s/p_10153_1...theater+system

Now what im asking is, is this the best bang for the buck based on what i already have which is just my tv, ps3, and xbox 360, the mom told me if i wanted a different one it could be done, so just looking for some insight, as far as i'm concerned it seems pretty nice and has everything i could need, but if someone can find something that's the same price or less that's better than lemme see

emoxley · 12-14-2009, 11:56 PM

Your link goes to nothing.........

spudd4242 · 12-15-2009, 12:03 AM

Well crap, it works for me
This is what is it tho
Yamaha YHT-591 625W 5.1 Channel Home Theater System

ryandubbz · 12-15-2009, 12:20 AM

why did u ruin the surprise? I had a more entrly level yamaha system and it was pretty descent for the price. This one your getting should be a lot better than what i had. The sub is great for not spending alot

spudd4242 · 12-15-2009, 12:55 AM

i didn't really ruin any surprise, i had no idea it was coming, but when it was delivered this am, it was in it's store box covered in what was inside the box, but will i be able to upgrade the speakers and such as i go, i don't know the most about this, it was kinda their idea, which is awesome but i wanna be able to build up the the reciever as i get more funds with better speakers

HiDefRev · 12-15-2009, 02:41 PM

Yes, that system will probably be OK for your needs. The speakers can be upgraded, too. Some drawbacks I see is that it only has 2 HDMI inputs and NO component inputs and NO digital audio inputs ( coaxial/optical ), so you'll be limited to only 2 input devices. You didn't mention what your TV signal input is - cable, satellite, OTA, etc. If you're using a set top box, you'll have to make a decision as to WHICH 2 of your 3 components you want to hook into the receiver's HDMI connections. Personally, I would go with an Onkyo HT-S6200, if that's an option for you. It is similar in price, but has 4 HDMI inputs, 2 component inputs, 4 digital audio inputs, and several features not found on the Yamaha, including 130 watts per channel x 7 channels and a 290 watt sub. If not, I would suggest the next Yamaha system in their lineup, the YHT-791. Sears has it in stock, as well. It is more expensive, of course, but offers 4 HDMI inputs, as well as component inputs.

emoxley · 12-15-2009, 02:59 PM

Ok, link works now...........
I totally agree with HiDefRev. I'll almost bet money that the Yammy won't have enough inputs for you.

spudd4242 · 12-15-2009, 08:15 PM

well thanks for the help guys, after xmas i'll prolly return it and get the Onkyo, that's what i had requested originally but they seemed to think that 7.1 was to much for my jail cell sized room, but it couldn't hurt right?

emoxley · 12-15-2009, 08:34 PM

You can use a 7.1 system as a 5.1 setup, if that works better for you.

spudd4242 · 12-15-2009, 09:06 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by emoxley

You can use a 7.1 system as a 5.1 setup, if that works better for you.

Well i feel like i'd be wasting the other two speakers, does Onkyo offer a setup with a similar receiver that will meet my needs in a 5.1 setup

HiDefRev · 12-15-2009, 10:03 PM

The Onkyo can be configured as either a 5.1 or 7.1 system.

spudd4242 · 12-15-2009, 10:11 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by HiDefRev

The Onkyo can be configured as either a 5.1 or 7.1 system.

That's what the last guy mentioned, which i don't completely understand, the whole home theatre thing i'm just getting into, so wouldn't i just be not using two of the speakers included? or would i double up on the fronts or something?

Dirk504 · 12-15-2009, 10:31 PM

This is what I have. I have a 5.1 set up, but the receiver can handle 7.1.

http://www.amazon.com/Onkyo-TX-SR606...0919821&sr=8-1

emoxley · 12-15-2009, 11:22 PM

You can save the extra two speakers for backups, or you can use them in another room. I'd just set the system up as 7.1 in the room. It doesn't matter what size the room is, as long as the speakers are calibrated right. Audyssey will do it right. Those two speakers aren't really costing you anything, anyway. Just enjoy, instead of worrying about them.........

spudd4242 · 12-16-2009, 04:16 AM

Alright guys thanks for the advice, i'll hopefully be returning the yamaha and getting me the onkyo and end up getting like 40 bucks back haha

12-14-2009, 10:23 PM	#1
spudd4242 Active Member Member since:Jan 2009 Home Theater Gallery:6 Blu-ray collection:106 Trading Score:2	Need some insight Hey all, i found out today by mistake that my parentals purchased this HTiB for me http://www.sears.com/shc/s/p_10153_1...theater+system Now what im asking is, is this the best bang for the buck based on what i already have which is just my tv, ps3, and xbox 360, the mom told me if i wanted a different one it could be done, so just looking for some insight, as far as i'm concerned it seems pretty nice and has everything i could need, but if someone can find something that's the same price or less that's better than lemme see

12-15-2009, 12:20 AM	#4
ryandubbz Power Member Member since:Apr 2009 Location:Twin Cities Home Theater Gallery:15 Blu-ray collection:558 Blu-ray reviews: 3 Trading Score:1	why did u ruin the surprise? I had a more entrly level yamaha system and it was pretty descent for the price. This one your getting should be a lot better than what i had. The sub is great for not spending alot Last edited by ryandubbz; 12-15-2009 at 12:25 AM.

12-15-2009, 02:41 PM	#6
HiDefRev Active Member Member since:Sep 2009 Location:State of Relativity Blu-ray collection:35	Christmas present Yes, that system will probably be OK for your needs. The speakers can be upgraded, too. Some drawbacks I see is that it only has 2 HDMI inputs and NO component inputs and NO digital audio inputs ( coaxial/optical ), so you'll be limited to only 2 input devices. You didn't mention what your TV signal input is - cable, satellite, OTA, etc. If you're using a set top box, you'll have to make a decision as to WHICH 2 of your 3 components you want to hook into the receiver's HDMI connections. Personally, I would go with an Onkyo HT-S6200, if that's an option for you. It is similar in price, but has 4 HDMI inputs, 2 component inputs, 4 digital audio inputs, and several features not found on the Yamaha, including 130 watts per channel x 7 channels and a 290 watt sub. If not, I would suggest the next Yamaha system in their lineup, the YHT-791. Sears has it in stock, as well. It is more expensive, of course, but offers 4 HDMI inputs, as well as component inputs. Last edited by HiDefRev; 12-15-2009 at 02:59 PM.

12-15-2009, 10:03 PM	#11
HiDefRev Active Member Member since:Sep 2009 Location:State of Relativity Blu-ray collection:35	Onkyo The Onkyo can be configured as either a 5.1 or 7.1 system.

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12-14-2009, 11:56 PM	#2
emoxley Active Member Member since:Nov 2009 Location:Eastern NC Home Theater Gallery:18 Blu-ray collection:62 Trading Score:1	Your link goes to nothing.........

12-15-2009, 12:03 AM	#3
spudd4242 Active Member Member since:Jan 2009 Home Theater Gallery:6 Blu-ray collection:106 Trading Score:2	Well crap, it works for me This is what is it tho Yamaha YHT-591 625W 5.1 Channel Home Theater System

12-15-2009, 12:55 AM	#5
spudd4242 Active Member Member since:Jan 2009 Home Theater Gallery:6 Blu-ray collection:106 Trading Score:2	i didn't really ruin any surprise, i had no idea it was coming, but when it was delivered this am, it was in it's store box covered in what was inside the box, but will i be able to upgrade the speakers and such as i go, i don't know the most about this, it was kinda their idea, which is awesome but i wanna be able to build up the the reciever as i get more funds with better speakers

12-15-2009, 02:59 PM	#7
emoxley Active Member Member since:Nov 2009 Location:Eastern NC Home Theater Gallery:18 Blu-ray collection:62 Trading Score:1	Ok, link works now........... I totally agree with HiDefRev. I'll almost bet money that the Yammy won't have enough inputs for you.

12-15-2009, 08:15 PM	#8
spudd4242 Active Member Member since:Jan 2009 Home Theater Gallery:6 Blu-ray collection:106 Trading Score:2	well thanks for the help guys, after xmas i'll prolly return it and get the Onkyo, that's what i had requested originally but they seemed to think that 7.1 was to much for my jail cell sized room, but it couldn't hurt right?

12-15-2009, 08:34 PM	#9
emoxley Active Member Member since:Nov 2009 Location:Eastern NC Home Theater Gallery:18 Blu-ray collection:62 Trading Score:1	You can use a 7.1 system as a 5.1 setup, if that works better for you.

12-15-2009, 10:31 PM	#13
Dirk504 Blu-ray Samurai Member since:Jul 2008 Home Theater Gallery:25 4K collection:152 Blu-ray collection:367 Blu-ray reviews:4	This is what I have. I have a 5.1 set up, but the receiver can handle 7.1. http://www.amazon.com/Onkyo-TX-SR606...0919821&sr=8-1

12-15-2009, 11:22 PM	#14
emoxley Active Member Member since:Nov 2009 Location:Eastern NC Home Theater Gallery:18 Blu-ray collection:62 Trading Score:1	You can save the extra two speakers for backups, or you can use them in another room. I'd just set the system up as 7.1 in the room. It doesn't matter what size the room is, as long as the speakers are calibrated right. Audyssey will do it right. Those two speakers aren't really costing you anything, anyway. Just enjoy, instead of worrying about them.........

12-16-2009, 04:16 AM	#15
spudd4242 Active Member Member since:Jan 2009 Home Theater Gallery:6 Blu-ray collection:106 Trading Score:2	Alright guys thanks for the advice, i'll hopefully be returning the yamaha and getting me the onkyo and end up getting like 40 bucks back haha

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