Looking for some advice on a home cinema setup

hornetstinger · 12 Jun 2024 at 21:10

Brumboy said:
Way over budget mate!

Forget the atmos it's way too much money.

Denon AVR-S660H (Black)

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This is the one you linked before, would this be a good avr then if I choose to spend extra and skip the WiiM amp?

For your use, since it's multiple HDMI devices, video, HD audio, 4K, etc I would get a AVR. You just need HDMI going from that Denon monitor 1 out into the Projector HDMI number 1 input.

btw the Denon AVR's have built in audio streamer, so you get that as well, it's not as good as a dedicated audio streamer, but it's included.

It also has room EQ, you get a microphone, so it does levels, distance, and room EQ. Good idea to watch videos on that.

hornetstinger · 13 Jun 2024 at 08:42

Good price for a LCR set 3.0, has damage but been repaired

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new the 3050i are £450

Brumboy · 13 Jun 2024 at 11:32

hornetstinger said:
That's the problem you would have to connect all devices to the projector, then projector E-ARC into the Wiim.

Or use a switch box, but I'm not sure if that will cause an issue, you'd need one with two HDMI outs? Say sources into HDMI box, then HDMI 1 out into projector, then HDMI 2 out into Wiim amp. I don't know if that has issues with HDCP, sync, E-ARC etc

Ok that makes sense, that's doable. Cheers!

Brumboy · 13 Jun 2024 at 11:34

hornetstinger said:
For your use, since it's multiple HDMI devices, video, HD audio, 4K, etc I would get a AVR. You just need HDMI going from that Denon monitor 1 out into the Projector HDMI number 1 input.

btw the Denon AVR's have built in audio streamer, so you get that as well, it's not as good as a dedicated audio streamer, but it's included.

It also has room EQ, you get a microphone, so it does levels, distance, and room EQ. Good idea to watch videos on that.

Great information. I will have to start saving then for an AVR. Better to buy a device that'll suit my future requirements too. Just wish they weren't so expensive! I thought I could get something half decent for £200.

Brumboy · 13 Jun 2024 at 11:35

hornetstinger said:
Good price for a LCR set 3.0, has damage but been repaired

For Sale - Q acoustic 3050i white and centre boxed

Selling my q acousfic 3050i and centre in white, in great condition other than left speaker got marked so had to abrasively remove it, that section feels smooth to the touch instead of matt like very hard to take a photo of. Amazing sounding speakers punch way above their price category, only...

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new the 3050i are £450

Appreciate the links, but I think I will pass on buying 2nd hand equipment. I will just save up to buy new equipment. Good deals though!

1pudding1 · 13 Jun 2024 at 21:05

You really do save loads buying 2nd hand, and avforums is safe. My 7.2.4 setup new must be 6-7k+ easily. Paid less than half that via AVF over the years, only new bits I have are 4 Atmos speakers overhead and a subwoofer driver for a DIY sub someone else made on there. Go 2nd hand unless your desperate for the latest new releases....

Gray2233 · 13 Jun 2024 at 23:45

I can see why someone might have reservations with buying more complex electronics (amps, receivers etc) second hand, but speakers are absolutely fine and you'll get a lot more for your money.

Brumboy · 14 Jun 2024 at 09:55

Alright I'll start to look around on AV forums for 2nd hand speakers! Just a bit wary that's all

What about AVR's as it was discussed on here I need a somewhat decent one for 4k/5.1/Dolby and they seem to start at £400 new? Are they ok to buy used?

Brumboy · 14 Jun 2024 at 10:26

Wharfedale Diamond 9.1 5.1 Home Cinema Speaker Package, Black at AV.com

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This package above which was linked here seems to be a good choice. It's £595 if you buy them seperate.

Add in this AVR as recommended too for £400:

Denon AVR-S660H (Black)

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That's £995

Or this package with AVR for £799. So £200 cheaper than the above combo. I'm assuming this would be good enough for my usage?

Denon AVR-S660H (Black) & Wharfedale DX-3 HCP (Black Oak)

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AVR do this package too:

Marantz NR1711 AV Receiver & Diamond 5.1 Package, Black at AV.com

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For £999.

Lots of choices.

Another option which may be the smartest is to get an AVR like the Denon AVR-S660H for £400 and a pair of Wharfedale Diamond 9.1 Bookshelf Speakers for £140 for £540 total now.

Then as I learn more about home cinema audio and save up more money I can then get a sub, then later on get another pair of speakers for the rear giving a 5.1 setup, but building it up slowly as I probably shouldn't spend £1000 on an audio setup off the bat

hornetstinger · 14 Jun 2024 at 19:18

I'd save up for the diamond 9.1 rather than the dx-3

Also get the larger avr those slimline avr will get hotter.

Troezar · 18 Jun 2024 at 10:20

hornetstinger said:
I'd save up for the diamond 9.1 rather than the dx-3

Also get the larger avr those slimline avr will get hotter.

I do like Wharfdale speakers, the 9.1 are great for the money. I'm running some Evo 4.2s, I didn't pay full price, some great deals out there

hornetstinger · 18 Jun 2024 at 14:06

Troezar said:
I do like Wharfdale speakers, the 9.1 are great for the money. I'm running some Evo 4.2s, I didn't pay full price, some great deals out there

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