Well, the components aren't as fancy as all the rest of you guys. In actuality, this system doesn't belong on this website, but I'm going to post it anyway, because I'm fairly happy with it, and this is my first attempt at a decent stereo system! I've saved up for this system for a while, and got a lot of the equipment at cost. Woohoo!
The system is pretty over powering for my apartment building. I like to be considerate to my neighbors, but it's so tempting to crank it up!
Other components: Blue Jeans Cable 12Gauge
Sharp 45 inch LCD
I hope to upgrade eventually to some more higher end equipment, but the more I spend, the less I have for my scotch! (note the 30 year Glenfiddich on my office speakers.)
I agree on building your own speakers. If you can build those rears then I have a dandy and VERY simple design that will blow away many other speakers in the 10 grand realm for about 500$ and they soooo simple. Ive been building speakers since the late 80,s and I would never buy another set of speaker again. Check out these drivers and if you want the designs let me know and I will get them to you. First the heart is a GR Research M130 with a HI-VI RTC-1 Planar tweeter then a Silver Flute radial 6 1/2,and last but not least a hidden downward firing 8 inch JL sub. The design only uses one cap or two if you incorporate a switch and a resistor. This is a minamalist design for tube guys with power so all drivers are DC coupled for sonic purity and 91 DB so not the most effecient but once you hear them you wont care!Oh I use them with SS with no problems.
Don't be so hard on yourself. You know enough to match the fronts and center..... The one thing I have picked up looking and listening to what is said here is as follows: everyone has an opinion and for the most part there will always be suggestions regarding upgrades. Always remember that audio is a subjective experience and what sounds or looks good to you may often be different from what sounds or looks good to another. There is much to learn from the vast experience and knowledge here, but remember ultimately your ears are what counts most. If you feel the need to tweek, move the speakers or listening position and then sit back listen and enjoy. Regards.... PS, give the auto set up a try on the HK
Thanks for the responses so far! I'm fairly excited to have friends over to watch movies now. That's what it's all about, showing off, oops I mean, "sharing" your toys with your buddies.
There's still a lot of improvements to make on this system. the floor is uneven so I have to somehow balance the feet of the speakers. Also, placement of the speakers need adjustment, as do the levels of each. The HK receiver has a mic that supposedly auto sets up the system. Maybe I'll try that soon.
If it sounds good to you then don't worry about it. Don't worry about listening to your equipment as much as listening your music and movies. But since you have been bitten by the bug welcome to the insanity.
If an audiophile can say that, then I would say their system DEFINITELY has earned a spot on the virtual systems page. Congratulations and welcome. Also, thanks for sharing.
Welcome - you have to start somewhere... Your system doesn't look bad at all - espescially that DIY speakers of yours - Why don't you build yourself main-front floorstanders aswell?
