Need Help Choosing First Audio Set Up

reyesjr · Mar 26, 2011

I just got me a new HDTV, so now I want a decent audio system to go with it.I was looking at surround sound setups from Wal-Mart, but I'm not sure if there's cheaper/better out there. Then I saw some posts about 3.1 setup's being pretty good? Can anyone recommend me some setups? It doesn't have to be surround sound or 3.1, it can be 2.1, I'd just like for my blu ray movies/tv to sound better than stock TV speakers. Another thing, I don't have a blu ray player now, so that's why I was looking at the combo deals from walmart that have the bluray + surround sound.

budget is $200-$300 Max...though I'd like to stay closer to $200. Remember I don't need something AMAZING, just something decent. Thanks guys!

EDIT

for combo recommendations)I don't need a blu ray player with internet...my HDTV already has it.

Interpolation · Mar 26, 2011

This is what I'd grab in your situation. Panasonic SC-BTT350 5.1-Channel 3D Blu-ray Home Theater System $228 Note: Its a web special.

reyesjr · Mar 26, 2011

Quote:

Originally Posted by Interpolation;12873498
This is what I'd grab in your situation. Panasonic SC-BTT350 5.1-Channel 3D Blu-ray Home Theater System $228 Note: Its a web special.

Would 5.1 be better than 3.1? I probably should have mentioned this is going to be for my room.

hick · Mar 27, 2011

If you need a receiver there is no way to get a setup in your range, gona have to extend budget or get a kit.

reyesjr · Mar 27, 2011

Quote:

Originally Posted by hick;12882691
If you need a receiver there is no way to get a setup in your range, gona have to extend budget or get a kit.

Yep..figured that out today after looking around at bestbuy/frys. What about $400-$500 budget?

Invidiafanboy · Apr 4, 2011

You should check out accessories4less. Easy to grab an Onkyo system with a receiver that is actually worth something down the line compared to most HTiB sets.

Onkyo S5300 for $290 plus about $25 shipped.
7.1 plus a powered subwoofer

Onkyo S3300 for $230 plus about 25 shipped.
5.1 with a passive sub(powered by the receiver)

Invidiafanboy · Apr 4, 2011

What size room?
What type of front stage(compact speakers, bookshelf, or Tower)?

What time frame are you wanting everything in? Used market is nice, but can take some time to get the right deals.

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