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Starting a new dedicated HT

Looking to build a dedicated HT room in basement. Looking at lots of of choices for speakers. Likely going to use Integra 70.4 receiver but will likely add separate amp in the future. Looking at both in wall with closed baffle from Triad as well as freestanding from Zu, SVS, Focal, etc. likely 7.1. Using 120" screen. Room is 22x15x9. I've used Merlin speakers in the past and really want a great stereo reproduction as well. I've used tubes in the past but want a simpler setup that my family can enjoy. Likely 60/40 HT/music. Budget is variable.
jamesw20
rlwainwright
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I would recommend you look at the Emotiva line of electronics. You could get their UMC-200 preprocessor mated to their XPA-2 and XPA-5 Gen 2 amps and have a *killer* system for around $2500...

www.emotiva.com

-RW-
sounds_real_audio
953 posts
 

Ah...... home theatre. Like a very expensive six month love affair.......
manoterror
216 posts
 
I am using Mirage OMD-28 series for my home theatre and love it. My room is similar in size to yours, just 17 instead of 22, and 100" screen. Mirage are great for HT, as they are very immersive and have incredible bass. You can find them used pretty inexpensively.

In-wall are good, but be sure you can use them before buying. I made this mistake (turns out I have mortar and lath walls and can't use them), and they are impossible to sell. Just fair warning.

Mot
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