RodChester's Basement Theater - Page 3 - Blu-ray Forum

RodChester · 09-14-2018, 03:15 AM

Spent last weekend playing the new Spider-Man game in the theater and it was a blast. After playing both God of War and now Spider-Man at 120 inches, I don’t think I’ll be able to play a game on a smaller screen ever again. The amount of immersion a large screen provides for gaming is wonderful. Looking forward to putting much more time into Spider-Man again this weekend.

stevo · 09-15-2018, 07:04 PM

Looks great , love the kit closet rack....

RodChester · 09-16-2018, 08:30 PM

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Originally Posted by stevo

Looks great , love the kit closet rack....

Thanks. I really wanted to have an in wall rack/shelving area for my A/V equipment. I got lucky that the house we bought already had the closet area to do that in the basement. It took only a little bit of extra work to fit the Ikea Pax wardrobe into the space.

RodChester · 09-27-2018, 07:53 PM

Update for my theater room. I have chosen to get rid of my Oppo 203 and replace it with a Panasonic UB820. It was a tough decision, but the 820 really does put out an amazing HDR picture. The build quality is miles behind the 203, but I can live with that.

Also, I added some pictures of my new Mezco One:12 figures and T2 endoarm display.

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RodChester · 11-04-2018, 01:52 PM

Watched all three Matrix films yesterday. Watching the new 4K discs was like seeing and hearing the movies for the first time. It was a really great experience. I thought the freeway chase in Reloaded was going to be the standout Atmos moment, but it was the final fight between Neo and Smith in Revolutions that blew me away. The sound of the storm is completely immersive. I’m already looking forward to watching the trilogy again.

Gory · 11-05-2018, 03:05 AM

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Originally Posted by RodChester

Watched all three Matrix films yesterday. Watching the new 4K discs was like seeing and hearing the movies for the first time. It was a really great experience. I thought the freeway chase in Reloaded was going to be the standout Atmos moment, but it was the final fight between Neo and Smith in Revolutions that blew me away. The sound of the storm is completely immersive. I’m already looking forward to watching the trilogy again.

That's awesome! I just picked up Reloaded and Revolutions. Now that I have all three UHD's I plan to have a full trilogy rewatch too.

RodChester · 11-05-2018, 12:46 PM

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Originally Posted by Gory

That's awesome! I just picked up Reloaded and Revolutions. Now that I have all three UHD's I plan to have a full trilogy rewatch too.

You are in for a great experience.

ROSS.T.G. · 12-01-2018, 01:59 AM

RodChester,

Which Audyssey Curve do you use, Reference or Flat?

RodChester · 12-01-2018, 02:40 AM

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Originally Posted by ROSS.T.G.

RodChester,

Which Audyssey Curve do you use, Reference or Flat?

Off the top of my head, I’m not actually sure. I’d say if there was a point in my setup process where I had to choose, I would have chosen reference. Only because it seems like it would be the better choice.

I have to admit, the audio side of things has always been a bit of a blind spot for me. I’ve always just used an all in one receiver and used something like Audyssey to get things set up. When you start talking about crossovers, ohms, and things like that I get totally lost. I’m much more comfortable with the video side of things.

ROSS.T.G. · 12-01-2018, 03:04 AM

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Originally Posted by RodChester

Off the top of my head, I’m not actually sure. I’d say if there was a point in my setup process where I had to choose, I would have chosen reference. Only because it seems like it would be the better choice.

I have to admit, the audio side of things has always been a bit of a blind spot for me. I’ve always just used an all in one receiver and used something like Audyssey to get things set up. When you start talking about crossovers, ohms, and things like that I get totally lost. I’m much more comfortable with the video side of things.

Good stuff. If you just performed the Audyssey and didn’t change the curve it defaults to the Reference curve. It’s the curve I also use. I’m always curious which audio setting people prefer.

soulofuniverse · 12-12-2018, 01:45 PM

Nice setup, but your Projector needs a proper upgrade to enjoy real HDR

Would stick to Z1 if you have budget, then 995ES or 885ES I currently own one, or NX9 Lamp Based.
So Far your theatre is awesome but this Projector is really not that great for a real UltraHD performance.

RodChester · 12-12-2018, 02:23 PM

Well, for the price of a brand new car, I’d sure hope those other projectors would outperform mine. For a fraction of the price of those other projectors, I am more than happy with the performance I get out of my 285. Especially with it being paired with the 820 player.

soulofuniverse · 12-12-2018, 02:48 PM

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Originally Posted by RodChester

Well, for the price of a brand new car, I’d sure hope those other projectors would outperform mine. For a fraction of the price of those other projectors, I am more than happy with the performance I get out of my 285. Especially with it being paired with the 820 player.

You would be blown away with NX7, as it will perform much much better than 285ES. Price wise its not the price of brand new car.

solarrdadd · 12-12-2018, 02:51 PM

so, why can't he be happy as he says he is with what he has for the reasons he mentioned?

Chester, if your happy, I'm happy for you.

RodChester · 12-12-2018, 02:58 PM

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Originally Posted by soulofuniverse

You would be blown away with NX7, as it will perform much much better than 285ES. Price wise its not the price of brand new car.

Maybe. However, the NX7 wasn’t an option when I was building my theater. And while it isn’t the price of a new car it is still twice as much as my 285.

RodChester · 12-12-2018, 02:59 PM

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Originally Posted by solarrdadd

Chester, if your happy, I'm happy for you.

I’m happy for me and for you as well.

ROSS.T.G. · 12-12-2018, 05:14 PM

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Originally Posted by soulofuniverse

Nice setup, but your Projector needs a proper upgrade to enjoy real HDR

Would stick to Z1 if you have budget, then 995ES or 885ES I currently own one, or NX9 Lamp Based.
So Far your theatre is awesome but this Projector is really not that great for a real UltraHD performance.

Wow, I think this wins biggest douche post of 2018. Congrats!

XRA · 12-13-2018, 06:33 PM

Yeah, this pleb really should get a real projector. One like my HD66! LOL

RodChester · 12-13-2018, 09:49 PM

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Originally Posted by ROSS.T.G.

Wow, I think this wins biggest douche post of 2018. Congrats!

Now, now, now. It’s not that bad. I can surely find two or three douchier posts here on the forum.

hometheatergeek · 12-14-2018, 08:01 PM

Sorry about being late to the party but you have a very nice looking room and gear.

09-27-2018, 07:53 PM	#44
RodChester Blu-ray Knight Top contributor Member since:Jun 2009 Location:Illinois Home Theater Gallery:63 4K collection:333 Blu-ray collection:3380 DVD collection:141 Trading Score:129	Update for my theater room. I have chosen to get rid of my Oppo 203 and replace it with a Panasonic UB820. It was a tough decision, but the 820 really does put out an amazing HDR picture. The build quality is miles behind the 203, but I can live with that. Also, I added some pictures of my new Mezco One:12 figures and T2 endoarm display. [Show spoiler][IMG][/url]

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09-14-2018, 03:15 AM	#41
RodChester Blu-ray Knight Top contributor Member since:Jun 2009 Location:Illinois Home Theater Gallery:63 4K collection:333 Blu-ray collection:3380 DVD collection:141 Trading Score:129	Spent last weekend playing the new Spider-Man game in the theater and it was a blast. After playing both God of War and now Spider-Man at 120 inches, I don’t think I’ll be able to play a game on a smaller screen ever again. The amount of immersion a large screen provides for gaming is wonderful. Looking forward to putting much more time into Spider-Man again this weekend.

09-15-2018, 07:04 PM	#42
stevo Active Member Member since:Dec 2008 Location:Langley , British Columbia Canada Home Theater Gallery:63 Blu-ray collection:13 Trading Score:1	Looks great , love the kit closet rack....

11-04-2018, 01:52 PM	#45
RodChester Blu-ray Knight Top contributor Member since:Jun 2009 Location:Illinois Home Theater Gallery:63 4K collection:333 Blu-ray collection:3380 DVD collection:141 Trading Score:129	Watched all three Matrix films yesterday. Watching the new 4K discs was like seeing and hearing the movies for the first time. It was a really great experience. I thought the freeway chase in Reloaded was going to be the standout Atmos moment, but it was the final fight between Neo and Smith in Revolutions that blew me away. The sound of the storm is completely immersive. I’m already looking forward to watching the trilogy again.

12-01-2018, 01:59 AM	#48
ROSS.T.G. Blu-ray Champion Member since:Jan 2010 Location:Ontario, Canada 4K collection:393 Blu-ray collection:1549 Blu-ray reviews:16	RodChester, Which Audyssey Curve do you use, Reference or Flat?

12-12-2018, 01:45 PM	#51
soulofuniverse New Member Member since:Dec 2018	Nice setup, but your Projector needs a proper upgrade to enjoy real HDR Would stick to Z1 if you have budget, then 995ES or 885ES I currently own one, or NX9 Lamp Based. So Far your theatre is awesome but this Projector is really not that great for a real UltraHD performance.

12-12-2018, 02:23 PM	#52
RodChester Blu-ray Knight Top contributor Member since:Jun 2009 Location:Illinois Home Theater Gallery:63 4K collection:333 Blu-ray collection:3380 DVD collection:141 Trading Score:129	Well, for the price of a brand new car, I’d sure hope those other projectors would outperform mine. For a fraction of the price of those other projectors, I am more than happy with the performance I get out of my 285. Especially with it being paired with the 820 player.

12-12-2018, 02:51 PM	#54
solarrdadd Blu-ray Prince Top ranked HT gallery Member since:Jul 2008 Location:Virginia Home Theater Gallery:255 4K collection:209 Blu-ray collection:1344 DVD collection:4 Blu-ray reviews: 42 Trading Score:316	so, why can't he be happy as he says he is with what he has for the reasons he mentioned? Chester, if your happy, I'm happy for you.

12-13-2018, 06:33 PM	#58
XRA Active Member Member since:Dec 2010	Yeah, this pleb really should get a real projector. One like my HD66! LOL

12-14-2018, 08:01 PM	#60
hometheatergeek Blu-ray Grand Duke Top ranked HT gallery Top contributor Member since:Feb 2008 Location:Near Atlanta GA Home Theater Gallery:48 4K collection:39 Blu-ray collection:291 DVD collection:40 Trading Score:2	Sorry about being late to the party but you have a very nice looking room and gear.

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