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Badas · 10-26-2010, 10:49 PM

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Hey Guy's

A big thanks to lbgibson76 for getting me started on this Thread.

Right intro guy's.

First I'm on the other side of the Planet. NZ, New Zealand.

You guy's know it as LOTR country. King Kong and Avatar was filmed here also. With a bit of luck maybe the Hobbit. The whole country + our Prime Minister has our fingers crossed.

Secondly, I have been into HT since about 1989. I have had all sorts of technology and still consider that I am learning.

I have recently for the first time tried a Power Amp. I am impressed.

I decided this year that I'm not interested in 3D and that I will invest my $$ into something that would not go out of date. Hence the Emotivia.

I have learnt a lot over the years and are happy to give some tips. If anyone has similar equipment, I am happy to test.

I buy Movies (software) from the Great US, UK, France, Canada, Germany and New Zealand.

My room was built in 2004 and this was my second attempt at a dedicated HT Room. I corrected a lot of mistakes from my
first attempt. So far I am really pleased and the room gets well used.

I have a lovely understanding wife, two Son's (2 and 6).

Thanks for the great comments.

Ta (Thanks)

Dono

Blu Titan · 10-26-2010, 10:51 PM

Great looking HT

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progers13 · 10-26-2010, 10:54 PM

Hi Badas! I remember rating your gallery a while back

Great setup you've got, and awesome job on the wire management! I can see Lawrence's (ldgibson) positive influence

Badas · 10-26-2010, 10:54 PM

Crikey,

I just set this up.

I was going to do more of a intro.

You got some great gear yourself. That cabinet is awsome.

Ta

Dono

Badas · 10-26-2010, 11:09 PM

Right intro guy's.

First I'm on the other side of the Planet. NZ, New Zealand.

You guy's know it as LOTR country. King Kong and Avatar was filmed here also. With a bit of luck maybe the Hobbit. The whole country + our Prime Minister has our fingers crossed.

Secondly, I have been into HT since about 1989. I have had all sorts of technology and still consider that I am learning.

I have recently for the first time tried a Power Amp. I am impressed.

I decided this year that I'm not interested in 3D and that I will invest my $$ into something that would not go out of date. Hence the Emotivia.

I have learnt a lot over the years and are happy to give some tips. If anyone has similar equipment, I am happy to test.

I buy Movies (software) from the Great US, UK, France, Canada, Germany and New Zealand.

My room was built in 2004 and this was my second attempt at a dedicated HT Room. I corrected a lot of mistakes from my
first attempt. So far I am really pleased and the room gets well used.

I have a lovely understanding wife, two Son's (2 and 6).

Thanks for the great comments.

Ta (Thanks)

Dono

Badas · 10-26-2010, 11:14 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by progers13

Hi Badas! I remember rating your gallery a while back

Great setup you've got, and awesome job on the wire management! I can see Lawrence's (ldgibson) positive influence

Thanks,

Yeah I concentrate on wire management. It is free, it does't cost anything and it can make a difference.

I have been very careful to keep all power cords away from the analogue leads going into the Power Amp.

Digital cables shouldn't matter.

Ta

Dono

BigAl87 · 10-26-2010, 11:24 PM

I love it, Nice and clean and very inviting room.

HAMP · 10-26-2010, 11:25 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Badas

Crikey,

I just set this up.

I was going to do more of a intro.

You got some great gear yourself. That cabinet is awsome.

Ta

Dono

Two things, first off you can edit your first post. Just click the edit button.

Second, love your theater!!!!

crazyBLUE · 10-26-2010, 11:30 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Badas

Crikey,

I just set this up.

I was going to do more of a intro.

You got some great gear yourself. That cabinet is awsome.

Ta

Dono

Well where are some pics Dono

Need some pics of the HT in the thread Bud

Badas · 10-26-2010, 11:40 PM

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Originally Posted by crazyBLUE

Well where are some pics Dono

Need some pics of the HT in the thread Bud

Sorry Brent, Just learning. This Website can do a lot.

Are these okay?

Ta

Dono

progers13 · 10-26-2010, 11:42 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Badas

Right intro guy's.

First I'm on the other side of the Planet. NZ, New Zealand.

You guy's know it as LOTR country. King Kong and Avatar was filmed here also. With a bit of luck maybe the Hobbit. The whole country + our Prime Minister has our fingers crossed.

Secondly, I have been into HT since about 1989. I have had all sorts of technology and still consider that I am learning.

I have recently for the first time tried a Power Amp. I am impressed.

I decided this year that I'm not interested in 3D and that I will invest my $$ into something that would not go out of date. Hence the Emotivia.

I have learnt a lot over the years and are happy to give some tips. If anyone has similar equipment, I am happy to test.

I buy Movies (software) from the Great US, UK, France, Canada, Germany and New Zealand.

My room was built in 2004 and this was my second attempt at a dedicated HT Room. I corrected a lot of mistakes from my
first attempt. So far I am really pleased and the room gets well used.

I have a lovely understanding wife, two Son's (2 and 6).

Thanks for the great comments.

Ta (Thanks)

Dono

I'm with you on all counts buddy!

I'm not saying that 3D doesn't have a place in this hobby, only that it doesn't have a place in my HT until they figure out a way to make it work without the glasses

And I recently got my first amp as well, Emotiva XPA-5. Can't wait to pick up an XPA-2 later this year.

Other items may become outdated or need to be upgraded, but external amps will provide plenty of power and satisfaction for many years to come.

Welcome to the club!

~Paul

crazyBLUE · 10-26-2010, 11:47 PM

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Originally Posted by Badas

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Sorry Brent, Just learning. This Website can do a lot.

Are these okay?

Ta

Dono

They look great Dono ~ Just remember to keep them coming

I didn't see the Emo

We all like to see the Home Theaters & pics of them as you upgrade them ~ Whats next

rpatt · 10-26-2010, 11:54 PM

Great looking system & room.

Badas · 10-26-2010, 11:54 PM

Photo's don't seem to be working at the moment.

What's next: Well I'm thinking Dune HD Max?

Thinking of retiring the Denon 3930CI and putting my DVD collection on the
HD Max. Gets all the DVD's off the shelf also.

Just want to check that the scaler is decent.

Ta

Dono.

Spurrier Sucks · 10-27-2010, 01:01 AM

Great room!

Badas · 10-27-2010, 01:44 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by progers13

I'm with you on all counts buddy!

I'm not saying that 3D doesn't have a place in this hobby, only that it doesn't have a place in my HT until they figure out a way to make it work without the glasses

And I recently got my first amp as well, Emotiva XPA-5. Can't wait to pick up an XPA-2 later this year.

Other items may become outdated or need to be upgraded, but external amps will provide plenty of power and satisfaction for many years to come.

Welcome to the club!

~Paul

Yeah, I have been caught by every HT bug for 20 years and I have no intrest in this 3D craze.
I didn't even enjoy Avatar in 3D. Must be my eyes.

Ta

Dono

ManUtd · 10-27-2010, 01:46 AM

Dono, your HT looks good buddy.

kopkiwi · 10-27-2010, 03:46 AM

Where abouts in NZ are you mate?

Badas · 10-27-2010, 06:35 AM

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Originally Posted by kopkiwi

Where abouts in NZ are you mate?

Auckland. What about you?

Ta

Dono

Badas · 10-27-2010, 06:39 AM

I have to blow of some steam,

WE HAVE THE HOBIT

Our Prime Minister has just done a press conference anouncing
we have a deal with Warners to do the two Hobit films in NZ
with Peter Jackson.

The whole country has been watching for 2 weeks nerviously as
the Australian Acters Union almost ruined it for us.

Horray!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Ta

Dono

10-26-2010, 10:49 PM	#1
Badas Blu-ray Knight Top ranked HT gallery Top contributor Member since:Aug 2008 Location:LOTR Auckland, New Zealand (Down Under) Home Theater Gallery:139 4K collection:102 Blu-ray collection:1412 DVD collection:16 Blu-ray reviews: 11 Trading Score:10	Kiwi Home Theatre IMG_0004.jpg IMG_4763.jpg IMG_0002.jpg IMG_0006.jpg Hey Guy's A big thanks to lbgibson76 for getting me started on this Thread. Right intro guy's. First I'm on the other side of the Planet. NZ, New Zealand. You guy's know it as LOTR country. King Kong and Avatar was filmed here also. With a bit of luck maybe the Hobbit. The whole country + our Prime Minister has our fingers crossed. Secondly, I have been into HT since about 1989. I have had all sorts of technology and still consider that I am learning. I have recently for the first time tried a Power Amp. I am impressed. I decided this year that I'm not interested in 3D and that I will invest my $$ into something that would not go out of date. Hence the Emotivia. I have learnt a lot over the years and are happy to give some tips. If anyone has similar equipment, I am happy to test. I buy Movies (software) from the Great US, UK, France, Canada, Germany and New Zealand. My room was built in 2004 and this was my second attempt at a dedicated HT Room. I corrected a lot of mistakes from my first attempt. So far I am really pleased and the room gets well used. I have a lovely understanding wife, two Son's (2 and 6). Thanks for the great comments. Ta (Thanks) Dono Last edited by Badas; 10-27-2010 at 09:39 PM.

10-26-2010, 11:09 PM	#5
Badas Blu-ray Knight Top ranked HT gallery Top contributor Member since:Aug 2008 Location:LOTR Auckland, New Zealand (Down Under) Home Theater Gallery:139 4K collection:102 Blu-ray collection:1412 DVD collection:16 Blu-ray reviews: 11 Trading Score:10	Intro Right intro guy's. First I'm on the other side of the Planet. NZ, New Zealand. You guy's know it as LOTR country. King Kong and Avatar was filmed here also. With a bit of luck maybe the Hobbit. The whole country + our Prime Minister has our fingers crossed. Secondly, I have been into HT since about 1989. I have had all sorts of technology and still consider that I am learning. I have recently for the first time tried a Power Amp. I am impressed. I decided this year that I'm not interested in 3D and that I will invest my $$ into something that would not go out of date. Hence the Emotivia. I have learnt a lot over the years and are happy to give some tips. If anyone has similar equipment, I am happy to test. I buy Movies (software) from the Great US, UK, France, Canada, Germany and New Zealand. My room was built in 2004 and this was my second attempt at a dedicated HT Room. I corrected a lot of mistakes from my first attempt. So far I am really pleased and the room gets well used. I have a lovely understanding wife, two Son's (2 and 6). Thanks for the great comments. Ta (Thanks) Dono

10-26-2010, 11:54 PM	#14
Badas Blu-ray Knight Top ranked HT gallery Top contributor Member since:Aug 2008 Location:LOTR Auckland, New Zealand (Down Under) Home Theater Gallery:139 4K collection:102 Blu-ray collection:1412 DVD collection:16 Blu-ray reviews: 11 Trading Score:10	What's next Photo's don't seem to be working at the moment. What's next: Well I'm thinking Dune HD Max? Thinking of retiring the Denon 3930CI and putting my DVD collection on the HD Max. Gets all the DVD's off the shelf also. Just want to check that the scaler is decent. Ta Dono.

10-27-2010, 06:39 AM	#20
Badas Blu-ray Knight Top ranked HT gallery Top contributor Member since:Aug 2008 Location:LOTR Auckland, New Zealand (Down Under) Home Theater Gallery:139 4K collection:102 Blu-ray collection:1412 DVD collection:16 Blu-ray reviews: 11 Trading Score:10	Yahoo HOBIT I have to blow of some steam, WE HAVE THE HOBIT Our Prime Minister has just done a press conference anouncing we have a deal with Warners to do the two Hobit films in NZ with Peter Jackson. The whole country has been watching for 2 weeks nerviously as the Australian Acters Union almost ruined it for us. Horray!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Ta Dono

10-26-2010, 10:51 PM	#2
Blu Titan Super Moderator Top ranked HT gallery Top contributor Member since:Jul 2007 Location:Edo, Land of the Samurai Home Theater Gallery:42 4K collection:41 Blu-ray collection:2864 Blu-ray reviews: 2 Trading Score:92	Great looking HT .

10-26-2010, 10:54 PM	#3
progers13 Blu-ray Baron Top ranked HT gallery Top contributor Member since:Aug 2009 Location:Tampa, FL Home Theater Gallery:83 Blu-ray collection:337 Blu-ray reviews: 3 Trading Score:2	Hi Badas! I remember rating your gallery a while back Great setup you've got, and awesome job on the wire management! I can see Lawrence's (ldgibson) positive influence

10-26-2010, 10:54 PM	#4
Badas Blu-ray Knight Top ranked HT gallery Top contributor Member since:Aug 2008 Location:LOTR Auckland, New Zealand (Down Under) Home Theater Gallery:139 4K collection:102 Blu-ray collection:1412 DVD collection:16 Blu-ray reviews: 11 Trading Score:10	Crikey, I just set this up. I was going to do more of a intro. You got some great gear yourself. That cabinet is awsome. Ta Dono

10-26-2010, 11:24 PM	#7
BigAl87 Contributor Top contributor Member since:Apr 2009 Location:Corner Totem Rd. and Sugden Ave., Arcam Shire Home Theater Gallery:135 Blu-ray collection:359	I love it, Nice and clean and very inviting room.

10-26-2010, 11:54 PM	#13
rpatt Blu-ray Guru Top ranked HT gallery Top contributor Member since:Aug 2008 Home Theater Gallery:69 Blu-ray reviews: 3	Great looking system & room.

10-27-2010, 01:01 AM	#15
Spurrier Sucks Blu-ray Knight Top ranked HT gallery Top contributor Member since:Dec 2009 Location:Upstate SC Home Theater Gallery:100 Blu-ray collection:281 DVD collection:82 Trading Score:4	Great room!

10-27-2010, 01:46 AM	#17
ManUtd Blu-ray Count Top contributor Member since:Feb 2008 Location:In my HT Home Theater Gallery:1 4K collection:15 Blu-ray collection:829 Blu-ray reviews: 5 Trading Score:5	Dono, your HT looks good buddy.

10-27-2010, 03:46 AM	#18
kopkiwi Special Member Member since:Aug 2007 Location:Christchurch, NZ Home Theater Gallery:10 Blu-ray collection:248 Blu-ray reviews:2 Trading Score:2	Where abouts in NZ are you mate?

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