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Playstation/Gaming Discussions => PS3 Discussion => Topic started by: DarkchimP on January 18, 2002, 03:39:52 PM

Title: Cheap Surround Sound
Post by: DarkchimP on January 18, 2002, 03:39:52 PM

I was just looking at the new OPM (the one with the timesplitters2 demo) and they were showing home entertainment packages ranging from like $500 to $10,000.

They showed a poor mans surround sound made up of 4 computer speakers made by logitech and a 9" sub. They said it\'s pretty good for the amount it costs. (around $180) I was wondering if anyone has heard this or knows if it would be worth buying.... I mean would a cheap ass system like this make playing a movie or videogame with surround sound alot cooler?

Thanks for you opinions.

Title: Cheap Surround Sound
Post by: THX on January 18, 2002, 09:52:01 PM

Would this (http://www.etronics.com/product.asp?stk_code=kenhtb504) be too much for you?

(https://psx5central.com/community/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.kenwoodusa.com%2Fcontent%2Fproduct%2Fimage%2Flarge%2Fhtb-504group.jpg&hash=cdf2bbf3b24622a21980d4f04d8cf0bfaac433cb)

5 speakers, 100-watt powered sub, and fully loaded 100wx5 receiver for $385.  There are cheaper ones but this is one of the best bang per buck.

Title: Cheap Surround Sound
Post by: DarkchimP on January 19, 2002, 12:07:25 PM

Well I am in school and only have a part time job but I could swing $400 I think. Care to give me a bit more info on them, ie the brand and where to get them. Thanks THX it sounds like a much better deal.

Title: Cheap Surround Sound
Post by: jm on January 19, 2002, 02:35:11 PM

Those look very impressive.

Perhaps if you want to enchance your hearing expirence, invest in some Monster cable. Well worth the investment.

Title: Cheap Surround Sound
Post by: FatJed86 on January 19, 2002, 05:21:58 PM

for four hundred dollars you could by 8 games.  weigh out your choices!!!

Title: Cheap Surround Sound
Post by: dajo on January 19, 2002, 05:24:16 PM

Well there isn\'t 8 games I really want to own right now. Surround sound is where it\'s at. DVD, Video Games, and Regular TV are all just that much better with a good surround sound.

Title: Cheap Surround Sound
Post by: DarkchimP on January 19, 2002, 10:17:07 PM

That\'s exactly how I feel Dajo. Besides I just had to send in my stupid PS2 for the 2nd time to get fixed, so no games for me right now. But THX could you give me a bit more info on those please...
Thanks man.

Title: Cheap Surround Sound
Post by: THX on January 20, 2002, 07:57:04 PM

Well dark, just follow the link there.  It\'s the Kenwood HTB-504.  Costs around $500 at retail stores (ie- Circuit City), but etronics has it for $385.

It comes with DD, DTS, DPL II, CS 5.1, and many DSP modes (though I only use the first 5 I listed).  You can\'t buy a better deal than this.  DPL II is just sooo amazing when watching regular cable, VHS, and other 2-channel sources.  I use CS 5.1 for GT 3 and the game engulfs you with the sound of revving engines moving from your left to your right.

It is fully compatible with your PS2 with 2 optical and 2 coaxial digital inputs.  The sub kicks with room rumbling sound and I haven\'t heard mine bottom out after it was broken in.

Only gripe is the speakers.  They sound hollow with very little warmth.  You can always upgrade to a new speaker package later, but they are strictly made for movies.  Music will show where they really hurt.

You did see the link in my earlier post right? :)

Title: Cheap Surround Sound
Post by: DarkchimP on January 21, 2002, 03:49:36 PM

No THX I only saw the link after you said there was one there :D
But thanks for the info....  What kind of hookup cables do you use THX? Do they make a huge difference in sound quality?

Title: Over on the OPM boards:
Post by: Dolbytone on January 22, 2002, 09:41:31 PM

There are a couple kids freaking out because they apparently ran right out and bought the Logitec system and now can\'t figure out how to hook the stuff up.  I took a look around a bit and never was able to find a list of inputs on that thing so maybe it takes some extra effort to get hooked up.  Apparently it was designed for use with a PC... which I definitely don\'t think is the way to go.

THX has the right idea there.

Title: Cheap Surround Sound
Post by: PlagueBearer on January 23, 2002, 01:48:57 AM

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Originally posted by THX
Would this (http://www.etronics.com/product.asp?stk_code=kenhtb504) be too much for you?

5 speakers, 100-watt powered sub, and fully loaded 100wx5 receiver for $385.  There are cheaper ones but this is one of the best bang per buck.

Weird; Thats what I happen to have [Kenwood too]... I bought them 2 Years or so ago though so they were more then that at the time...

Never had a problem with the Sound...

Title: bose cubes
Post by: tacos on January 23, 2002, 02:28:55 PM

I was thinking of getting the bose cube speakers. Have you guys heard anything about these? thanks

Title: Cheap Surround Sound
Post by: THX on January 23, 2002, 03:31:43 PM

Don\'t believe the marketing.  Bigger IS better for speakers, Bose\'s cube system is a prime example.  There are many better options for that kind of money.  Look at Energy\'s Take 5.2 speaker system.

No highs, no lows, must be BOSE.

Title: Cheap Surround Sound
Post by: Dolbytone on January 23, 2002, 09:08:22 PM

You mean Better Off Somewhere Else... Bose?

You know, I just drove past a BOSE building yesterday, maybe I\'ll go see what it is.