Build me a HT!

Kalito
Kalito Posts: 30
edited June 2013 in Speakers
I stumbled across Polk and I have fallen in love with the brand. I was considering the Bose Acoustimass 10 IV when many good people out there recommended Polk and I have spent a couple of days reading up on it. No dealer where I am so forgive me for not being able to audition the various options. I currently have a Sony SRT-S370 out of the box HT and want to upgrade to a more serious setup
  • I am planning to acquire a Sony SRT-DN1040 A/V R
  • To this connected sources are a HD digital satellite receiver, PS3 (which doubles as Bluray player), Apple TV
  • I therefore need speakers and associated subwoofer
  • I cant do tall speakers and prefer less obvious smaller speakers. I have liked the Polk LT1600
  • My budget is within $500 for the surrounds and sub

Please recommend what speakers I should order!
Polkaudio TL350 satellites
Polkaudio OWM3 satellites for front high
Polkaudio DSWpro550wi subwoofers (x2)
Sony SRT-DN1050 Receiver
Sony KLD-50R550A LCD TV
DSTV Explora HDPVR
PS4
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  • tonyb
    tonyb Posts: 33,000
    edited June 2013
    Not a very big budget for 5 speakers and a subwoofer. How big is the room ?
    HT SYSTEM-
    Sony 850c 4k
    Pioneer elite vhx 21
    Sony 4k BRP
    SVS SB-2000
    Polk Sig. 20's
    Polk FX500 surrounds

    Cables-
    Acoustic zen Satori speaker cables
    Acoustic zen Matrix 2 IC's
    Wireworld eclipse 7 ic's
    Audio metallurgy ga-o digital cable

    Kitchen

    Sonos zp90
    Grant Fidelity tube dac
    B&k 1420
    lsi 9's
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  • chumlie
    chumlie Posts: 8,658
    edited June 2013
    Take a look at Definitive Technology ProCinima 60 Speaker System. I doubt you'll find anything better for the money.
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  • tonyb
    tonyb Posts: 33,000
    edited June 2013
    Good suggestion, but in a large room will get washed out. We don't know yet what size room the dude has.
    HT SYSTEM-
    Sony 850c 4k
    Pioneer elite vhx 21
    Sony 4k BRP
    SVS SB-2000
    Polk Sig. 20's
    Polk FX500 surrounds

    Cables-
    Acoustic zen Satori speaker cables
    Acoustic zen Matrix 2 IC's
    Wireworld eclipse 7 ic's
    Audio metallurgy ga-o digital cable

    Kitchen

    Sonos zp90
    Grant Fidelity tube dac
    B&k 1420
    lsi 9's
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  • zingo
    zingo Posts: 11,258
    edited June 2013
    Can't do better for the money than the Pioneer Andrew Jones designed series: http://www.amazon.com/Pioneer-SP-C22-Designed-Channel-Speaker/dp/B008NCD2EI

    http://hometheater.about.com/od/loudspeakerreview1/fr/Pioneer-Sp-pk22bs-Home-Theater-Speaker-System-Review.htm
    Jake
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  • Kalito
    Kalito Posts: 30
    edited June 2013
    Thanks for your comments guys. I can up the budget to work within $1,000. The room is 5mx4m I believe this is like 16x13 ft. Small speakers and aesthetically appealing balanced with great clean sound is what I am looking for if possible!
    Polkaudio TL350 satellites
    Polkaudio OWM3 satellites for front high
    Polkaudio DSWpro550wi subwoofers (x2)
    Sony SRT-DN1050 Receiver
    Sony KLD-50R550A LCD TV
    DSTV Explora HDPVR
    PS4
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  • Kalito
    Kalito Posts: 30
    edited June 2013
    Wall mountable satellites
    Polkaudio TL350 satellites
    Polkaudio OWM3 satellites for front high
    Polkaudio DSWpro550wi subwoofers (x2)
    Sony SRT-DN1050 Receiver
    Sony KLD-50R550A LCD TV
    DSTV Explora HDPVR
    PS4
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  • Kalito
    Kalito Posts: 30
    edited June 2013
    Guys what are your views of the Polk TL1600?
    Polkaudio TL350 satellites
    Polkaudio OWM3 satellites for front high
    Polkaudio DSWpro550wi subwoofers (x2)
    Sony SRT-DN1050 Receiver
    Sony KLD-50R550A LCD TV
    DSTV Explora HDPVR
    PS4
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  • zingo
    zingo Posts: 11,258
    edited June 2013
    Can't see how you could go wrong for the price.
    Jake
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  • zingo
    zingo Posts: 11,258
    edited June 2013
    DSkip wrote: »
    I can. Bump up to the tl2 with a quick sub, like a micropro 1000.

    Well color me wrong... :cry:
    Jake
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  • obieone
    obieone Posts: 5,077
    edited June 2013
    IF your budget for just the speakers is $1k, then you'd be fine with the TL2600, combined with the Sony AVR is $1,350.
    Is this what you're talking about spending?
    I refuse to argue with idiots, because people can't tell the DIFFERENCE!
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  • Kalito
    Kalito Posts: 30
    edited June 2013
    Obieone yes the $1,000 is for speakers/sub only. I already have ordered the Sony AVR. When uou say the room is too big for the TL1 or 2 what is optimal in meters for this unit? DSkip please elaborate on the alternatives you mention in full. I am new to Polk! My closest dealer is in South Africa. The US disqualifies me due to the 110v you use. I use 220-240v!

    TL1 and 2 are available in RSA at equivalent $900 and $1,200. If I got the speakers only from US might be cheaper as they are not bound by the voltage limit. Only the sub would!!
    Polkaudio TL350 satellites
    Polkaudio OWM3 satellites for front high
    Polkaudio DSWpro550wi subwoofers (x2)
    Sony SRT-DN1050 Receiver
    Sony KLD-50R550A LCD TV
    DSTV Explora HDPVR
    PS4
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  • Kalito
    Kalito Posts: 30
    edited June 2013
    @DSkip what do you think about buying the :idea: and then mating with the SW options you highlight?
    Polkaudio TL350 satellites
    Polkaudio OWM3 satellites for front high
    Polkaudio DSWpro550wi subwoofers (x2)
    Sony SRT-DN1050 Receiver
    Sony KLD-50R550A LCD TV
    DSTV Explora HDPVR
    PS4
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  • txcoastal1
    txcoastal1 Posts: 13,318
    edited June 2013
    Welcome to CP Kalito

    TL1/TL2 are ok...but the TL3 series are actually pretty sweet very much worth the upgrade.

    Nice pairing the setup with the DSW440 or the 550. I know this is over budget, but would be worth it even getting the sub at a later time.
    2-channel: Modwright KWI-200 Integrated, Dynaudio C1-II Signatures
    Desktop rig: LSi7, Polk 110sub, Dayens Ampino amp, W4S DAC/pre, Sonos, JRiver
    Gear on standby: Melody 101 tube pre, Unison Research Simply Italy Integrated
    Gone to new homes: (Matt Polk's)Threshold Stasis SA12e monoblocks, Pass XA30.5 amp, Usher MD2 speakers, Dynaudio C4 platinum speakers, Modwright LS100 (voltz), Simaudio 780D DAC

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  • Kalito
    Kalito Posts: 30
    edited June 2013
    txcoastal1 wrote: »
    Welcome to CP Kalito

    TL1/TL2 are ok...but the TL3 series are actually pretty sweet very much worth the upgrade.

    Nice pairing the setup with the DSW440 or the 550. I know this is over budget, but would be worth it even getting the sub at a later time.

    Thanks Coastal1!
    I am inclined to go with your suggestion. Will import the TL3 5-pack and purchase the SW from dealer (240v compliance). I see I should then have what my heart desires. I think as you say worth over budget!:lol:
    Polkaudio TL350 satellites
    Polkaudio OWM3 satellites for front high
    Polkaudio DSWpro550wi subwoofers (x2)
    Sony SRT-DN1050 Receiver
    Sony KLD-50R550A LCD TV
    DSTV Explora HDPVR
    PS4
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  • AsSiMiLaTeD
    AsSiMiLaTeD Posts: 11,728
    edited June 2013
    Agreed, go with the TL3 it's a great speaker. Don't limit yourself to Polk on the sub, any good sub will do just fine. What other brands can you get your hands on there?
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  • Kalito
    Kalito Posts: 30
    edited June 2013
    Thanks guys for the patience and advice. Here is the equipment I got and the cost in USD equivalent:
    • TL350 (5 satellite speaker pack): $799.59
    • DSW550wi: $799
    • Sony STR-DN1040 Receiver: $790


    Any tips on putting this equipment together for the best experience, welcome:lol:
    Polkaudio TL350 satellites
    Polkaudio OWM3 satellites for front high
    Polkaudio DSWpro550wi subwoofers (x2)
    Sony SRT-DN1050 Receiver
    Sony KLD-50R550A LCD TV
    DSTV Explora HDPVR
    PS4
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  • obieone
    obieone Posts: 5,077
    edited June 2013
    All 3 of those things will come with set-up instructions, and alternatives. What works best for YOU will have to be determined.:wink:
    I refuse to argue with idiots, because people can't tell the DIFFERENCE!
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  • Kalito
    Kalito Posts: 30
    edited June 2013
    obieone wrote: »
    All 3 of those things will come with set-up instructions, and alternatives. What works best for YOU will have to be determined.:wink:

    :biggrin: Thanks Obieone, indeed they do. Now I am thinking on the 550wi what is the use of the Hz knob on the back. I have mine set at 90Hz. Then on the Sony Receiver for TL350 speakers what could be the best cross-over frequency?:wink:
    Polkaudio TL350 satellites
    Polkaudio OWM3 satellites for front high
    Polkaudio DSWpro550wi subwoofers (x2)
    Sony SRT-DN1050 Receiver
    Sony KLD-50R550A LCD TV
    DSTV Explora HDPVR
    PS4
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  • Kalito
    Kalito Posts: 30
    It has been well over a year and a half and I love my setup I added a second DSW 550wi as my AVR is a 7.2ch so making use of the .2 aspect!
    Polkaudio TL350 satellites
    Polkaudio OWM3 satellites for front high
    Polkaudio DSWpro550wi subwoofers (x2)
    Sony SRT-DN1050 Receiver
    Sony KLD-50R550A LCD TV
    DSTV Explora HDPVR
    PS4
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