What to buy?

[Msharda1]

Hi All on HFV,

I have been following HFV for a while and I must say that am flabbergasted with the kind of knowledge, people have about audio components, systems and sound quality. I am not an audiophile and have been listening to very ordinary sounds, so far....but here I'm seeking advice from all the wise folks to suggest me a good 2.1 set-up, to enhance my HDTV output and listen to my favourite music. What are the best options available in Delhi/NCR. My Budget is a stretch 30K.

 

[Msharda1]

Hi Guys,

Please suggest urgently...

 

[corElement]

You can blindly opt for an onkyo ht s3500. Good value for money at 25k for 60% tv 40% music. But if you listen to music a lot more than watch tv then you'll have to increase budget for something decent.

 

[just4kix]

+1 to that. The earlier model, Onkyo HTS-3400 is equally good and can be had at a bargain now that the 3500 is out.

 

[Msharda1]

Thanks, can you also suggest, what to go in for, if the priority is music. Also what you suggested is a 5.1 set-up. I was looking for a decent compact 2.1 system. Please advise.

 

[just4kix]

Unless you are a true audiophile, a 5.1 setup sustains for music also. I suggest that you go and listen/audition various good 5.1 HTiB such as Onkyo HTS-3400/3500, Denon 1312-XP, Yamaha 196, etc.

When you are getting 5.1 in your specified budget, why restrict to 2.1?

 

[hemantwaghe]

You can blindly opt for an onkyo ht s3500. Good value for money at 25k for 60% tv 40% music. But if you listen to music a lot more than watch tv then you'll have to increase budget for something decent.

He asked for 2.1 ----- as usual without reading suggesting!!!!hyeah:hyeah:

 

[baijuxavior]

For 2.1, I suggest the Swans M50W or M20W. The reviews are very positive. "Welcome to HiFiNage" - The Only Online Store to buy Swans HiVi Speakers in India

 

[prosenjit]

i suggest a norge/sonodymne amp and a pair of wharfe 9 or sonodyne bookshelves.....best system you can have...

 

[Msharda1]

Hi Prosenjit, can you also help guide me the specific models of the combinations you are mentioning. Thanks

 

[prosenjit]

i suggest you to go this way as your preference is 2 channel.so much better sound can be have with this way than a entry level avr htib package.
will you please share your music source??
also your budget??
it will be better to suggest.
check norge sites for amp
sono amp--310/320.....
speakers
sonodyne sonus bookshelf 1501 V3
wharfedale 9 series or 10 series bookshelves

well a avr is future proof regarding hdmi....in that case an avr of 25k cost and a pair of spaekers about 10-15k cost will be the start.....now it depends on your budget.

 

[Msharda1]

Also, say if I were to buy a Diamond 10.1, can you suggest me an amplifier matching this pair of speakers

 

[Msharda1]

Essentially will be connecting them to a TV, however will also listen to music connecting via a PC. Budget is around 30K

 

[prosenjit]

okay
what i understand your use.....
1.from hd set top box and watching tv serials and movie channels......
2.sometime from your pc 3.5mm female...
3.no dvd or downloded content as of now...

right??

 

[Msharda1]

Yes there will be, didn't mention since wasn't sure how will I be able to connect them...But my main source of moview viewing & music is downloaded content only...

 

[prosenjit]

okay what is your player..your pc i think...

 

[Msharda1]

Philips DVD and a Windows PC

 

[prosenjit]

okk.
one more quation..your room size,and about your dl contents..are they strictly 6 channels you prefer..about 5 GB min size....
also what you play in your dvd player..original dvds??
see there are 3 options.
1.25k avr hdmi,12k speakers......rest sub,rear,centre later while strong in budget.....
2.a int amp from norge or sonodyne costing within 13-14k....and a pair of speakers about 12k....
3.a non hdmi avr(you can get them at super cheap....) at 10k say....and speakers....well my favourite....as the cost is less and well capable of dolby digital...thats enough...

check..Mr kix is selling his onkyo non hdmi avr at 7.5k only......

 

[just4kix]

Indeed I am looking to sell my AVR (Onkyo TX-DS747) for Rs. 7,500. It has original manual, original remote (but not the original box/packing). Shipping a 20kg unit to other places will be quite costly (about Rs. 1000 at least).

 

[baijuxavior]

^^. Start a 'for sale' thread to get more responses.