How much space does the average home theater setup take up? Do you mount your speakers? Do you have a projector? My house just has limited space but I've always dreamed of having one of those awesome setups. All the ones I've seen though take up quite a bit of space.
Wayne Parham Messages: 18674 Registered: January 2001
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You know, it depends on what you want and what you buy.
Some people get a "home theater in a box" and it's basically five dinky speakers and a lethargic subwoofer powered by a little bitty amplifier. All that stuff is small and takes up less practically no space. Of course, it's uninvolving and sounds absolutely terrible.
For me, the sound is very important, so I place a high value on quality gear. The system and all its components are large. It requires specific placement. The room setup and furniture placement is largely driven by where the speakers go. And the amps and media players sit on a rack, which isn't small either.
So size and cost depend on how important it is to you. If you want a convincing illusion of reality, then you'll make it a priority.
I totally agree with Wayne that it has all to do with preference. My friend went for a system with four tall speakers but even with the little space he had, he still managed to correctly place every component.
Yep, they are correct. I started out with a home theater in a box type. I found that I hated it. I actually gave it away to a friend. I now have much better system and I'm totally happy with the sound.
Wayne, you really know how to paint those "home theaters in a box" in a positive light, don't you? Don't worry, that was never a temptation for me.
Mamoss, that's good to hear. I suppose I'll have to start taking some measurements and see how much space I really have to utilize and see what i can find.
GoldenOldie, what kind of setup did you end up getting?
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