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I just got a Panasonic RP56 DVD player for my bedroom and would like to add sound on a very limited budget. My more serious stereo is downstairs--this is just for DVD, including concert videos. I figure $200 now and $100-150 in a month or so. I'm thinking of the following options:- RCA RT2500 one-box receiver/speaker combo. There are still a few around for under $200.
- Start with a Promedia 4.1 (refurbished, they're $150). That will give me stereo. Then add a DD 5.1 processor and a center speaker.
- Get a receiver for under $200 and a pair of speakers (Polk R15?). Add rears, center, and sub as I can. Suggestions for a cheap but OK receiver?
Any other strategies? Thanks for your suggestions.
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Thanks for your helpful suggestions. This gives me some good options.
I like your third option best. You can get a decent Pioneer receiver (VSXD-411) for about $150, then add speakers as you are able. In addition to the Polk, I would also consider Paradigm Atoms (list is $189/pr), or Micros (list is $145/pr). Similar models are available from Energy and Mirage. Start with a stereo pair, add the sub next, then a pair of surrounds, and finally a center channel speaker, as you are able. You could even start with a pair of Atoms, then upgrade to a pair of Titans ($219/pr), moving the Atoms to the rear. This setup may supply enough bass in a small room to eliminate the need for a subwoofer.My second preference from your list is the Klipsch Pro Media. For movies (as opposed to music), you might be happy with this short cut, especially in a smaller room.
I would not waste time or money on an RCA HTB system. It's basically Bose at a more "realistic" price (joke reference to Radio Shack). IOW, it probably sounds like crap.
The Klipsch ProMedia option is probably your best bet. Sub is solid & sats are small enough to place anywhere (or even wall mount). If it's just for you and you'll always be sitting in the "sweet spot," I wouldn't even worry about a center channel speaker. The good imaging from the satellites' horn-loaded tweeters renders it pretty much unnecessary. Just my 2 cents.
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