Decision time! Your opinions wanted!1

[admin_exported]

Hey,

i've shortlisted two possible options for my recently purchased cottage... I'd like to know which you would pick, thank you.

(1) TV : Sony KDL32V5500

Home cinema package : LG HB354BS (size of room and proximity of neighbours rules out a separates system)

* would use freeview built in *

(2) TV : Sony KDL32V5500

* no home cinema package initially, would add yamaha soundbar at later date *

Sony BDPS360 blu ray player

Freesat HD box.

I'm swaying towards option 1, i'd really appreciate your views,

thanks very much!

 

[laserman16]

Personally for myself I would look at an all in one system that could give you a 5.1 sound. I'm sure there would be one around with discrete speakers given that you don't have a lot of room. IMO that would perhaps give you a better sound experience with films.

Sorry I have not answered your question directly but then that is my opinion.

 

[Anonymous]

thank you for your reply,

i've sort of ruled out 5.1, as i presume they will mean more volume and thus more annoyed neighbours 😛

however, if i found the right package i would be tempted, i would much prefer satellite speakers, but therefor would incur the cost of stands for the rears...

 

[Anonymous]

Just got myself the S360...guess I would go with option 2, ditch the freesat HD and go for sound bar or surround sound.

 

[Anonymous]

anymore opinions? 🙂

 

[Cofnchtr]

Hi,

Not sure why you assume a 5.1 system is going to be any louder than a 2.1 system?

I'd opt for the Panasonic SC-BT200 which comes with everything the LG does + a centre speaker, a set of surround speakers and according to the review, a better sound. If the unit can produce a cleaner sound, you won't need as much volume as you would need to hear a muddied system?

Small speakers included could sit higher up on a shelf at the rear of the listening position rather than on dedicated stands.

As always, audition for yourself to be sure you have made the correct decision.

Enjoy.

Cheers,

Cofnchtr.

 

[Anonymous]

Cofnchtr:Hi,Not sure why you assume a 5.1 system is going to be any louder than a 2.1 system?I'd opt for the Panasonic SC-BT200 which comes with everything the LG does + a centre speaker, a set of surround speakers and according to the review, a better sound. If the unit can produce a cleaner sound, you won't need as much volume as you would need to hear a muddied system?Small speakers included could sit higher up on a shelf at the rear of the listening position rather than on dedicated stands.As always, audition for yourself to be sure you have made the correct decision.Enjoy.Cheers,Cofnchtr.

Ah, i see, thanks for your reply,

could you possibly point me in the right direction for some compatible wall mounts for the panasonic rears?

Thanks very much.

 

[Cofnchtr]

Hi,

A quick trip to your local Panasonic dealer would solve the problem - they should be able to point you in the right direction if there isn't an official set of stands.

As mentioned before, a shelf and some blutac would also do for the rears.

Cheers,

Cofnchtr.