Energy Take Classic 5.1

[Adam.C]

Originally Posted by AJL3167

which ones? what about the Yamaha RX-V663BL or Denon AVR-1609? I can get the energy take classic 5.1 system with the Denon AVR-1609 for 499 at Vann's - good deal??

The 1609 does not do audio over hdmi if that concerns you. I love my yammy 663, has good audio quality, all connections you will need, good amps, does audio over hdmi. Only downside is that it only has 2 hdmi inputs. The new models have 4

[AJL3167]

Originally Posted by Adam.C

The 1609 does not do audio over hdmi if that concerns you. I love my yammy 663, has good audio quality, all connections you will need, good amps, does audio over hdmi. Only downside is that it only has 2 hdmi inputs. The new models have 4

Ya i just realized that hdmi problem with the denon. I think i will stick with the pioneer listed above. Now on to speaker wire - what would suit this system best. I usually would this kind of research myself but it seems you guys are just too good to pass up!

[Steve]

Originally Posted by AJL3167

Ya i just realized that hdmi problem with the denon. I think i will stick with the pioneer listed above. Now on to speaker wire - what would suit this system best. I usually would this kind of research myself but it seems you guys are just too good to pass up!

At least 16 gauge. Maybe 14 depending on the lengths you need. Check out monoprice for the best prices on all HDMI cables, speaker wire, etc.

[AJL3167]

Final question - energy take classic with Pioneer VSX-819H-K or this: Yamaha RXV665BL Home Theater Receiver Bundle - 7.1 Channel, HDMI, 630 Watts, Klipsch HD500 Home Theater Speaker System? They would both cost me 700 for speakers and receiver. Thanks!

[Steve]

Originally Posted by AJL3167

Final question - energy take classic with Pioneer VSX-819H-K or this: Yamaha RXV665BL Home Theater Receiver Bundle - 7.1 Channel, HDMI, 630 Watts, Klipsch HD500 Home Theater Speaker System? They would both cost me 700 for speakers and receiver. Thanks!

IMO stick with the Energy speakers and Pioneer receiver. The Yamaha and Onkyo systems may both come with solid receivers, but the Energy speakers are regarded to be considerably better than the Yammy and Onkyo speakers.

[AJL3167]

Originally Posted by fireman325

At least 16 gauge. Maybe 14 depending on the lengths you need. Check out monoprice for the best prices on all HDMI cables, speaker wire, etc.

No 1.3b HDMI cables at monoprice?

[Steve]

I guess not. You don't hear a lot about 1.3b like you do 1.3a. I think the only difference was a stricter testing criteria, but I'm not sure. I use the regular Monoprice 1.3a cables for all my stuff. I'm not sure if BJC offers 1.3b cables or not, but you can check. They have great prices as well.

[AJL3167]

Bought the energys with the pioneer from vanns. Very excited about all this - will post pics when everything is setup. Thanks for all the help guys!

[Adam.C]

Originally Posted by AJL3167

Bought the energys with the pioneer from vanns. Very excited about all this - will post pics when everything is setup. Thanks for all the help guys!

Did it come with a sub?