ᐅ Planning a Home Theater System – Control Options and Various Questions
Created on: 6 Nov 2015 11:44
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Weitling09
We are currently at the shell construction stage and are planning the electrical installation. So far, we have used very basic equipment for listening to music (AIWA micro system, TV sound directly from the TV), but we want to plan for more "proper" equipment in the house.
What I have in mind:
> In the living room, I would like a surround sound system that allows me to listen to both music and TV audio.
> At the same time, I want to transmit sound from this system to the dining area, where stereo sound is sufficient (just for background music).
> Ideally, I would also like to be able to set up speakers on the terrace for garden parties, which can also be connected to the same system.
My questions:
1. I have already seen that there are multi-room control systems – would that be suitable here, or are there better options?
2. What should I pay attention to when purchasing a receiver / speakers?
3. Which connectors should I plan for (receiver -> wall [connector] -> [speaker cable] -> wall [connector] -> speakers)?
4. Is there any downside to the idea of also connecting the dining area speakers via wall connectors, and for garden parties, using those connectors to connect the outdoor speakers?
5. Attached is a draft of the plan on the floor plan – what could be improved? Any advice or tips are welcome!
What I have in mind:
> In the living room, I would like a surround sound system that allows me to listen to both music and TV audio.
> At the same time, I want to transmit sound from this system to the dining area, where stereo sound is sufficient (just for background music).
> Ideally, I would also like to be able to set up speakers on the terrace for garden parties, which can also be connected to the same system.
My questions:
1. I have already seen that there are multi-room control systems – would that be suitable here, or are there better options?
2. What should I pay attention to when purchasing a receiver / speakers?
3. Which connectors should I plan for (receiver -> wall [connector] -> [speaker cable] -> wall [connector] -> speakers)?
4. Is there any downside to the idea of also connecting the dining area speakers via wall connectors, and for garden parties, using those connectors to connect the outdoor speakers?
5. Attached is a draft of the plan on the floor plan – what could be improved? Any advice or tips are welcome!
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Sebastian798 Nov 2015 16:14No, I definitely won’t go along with the nonsense about gold cables and so on – by the way, I solder the connections inside the connectors.
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Sebastian798 Nov 2015 16:27That is certainly true – especially since no ordinary person would hear that.
Thin cables are definitely noticeable, and at least with GIRA, I find the terminal inserts too small.
In any case, I think the outlets look better this way. The GIRA outlets shown above are acceptable, but unfortunately, they don’t visually match the surrounding frame setup at all.
Thin cables are definitely noticeable, and at least with GIRA, I find the terminal inserts too small.
In any case, I think the outlets look better this way. The GIRA outlets shown above are acceptable, but unfortunately, they don’t visually match the surrounding frame setup at all.
Of course, as always, quality makes the difference. In my case, the connections in the living room are behind the couch; there, thin and high-performance cables are more important than appearance. Outside, I would also prefer waterproof connector systems, especially since you wouldn't leave more expensive speakers outside all year round.
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Bauexperte8 Nov 2015 22:03Saruss schrieb:
Very informative.I don’t recall ever mentioning anywhere in this forum that I’m an expert in hi-fi; I’m also just a co-payer. And – I’m also “just” a consumer; so I can’t provide you with a physical explanation either. Maybe it’s similar to the vinyl vs. CD debate; everyone tried to convince me I was crazy However, I can confirm – regardless of your explanations – that there is a big difference whether “regular” or gold-plated cables (OFC) are connected to the system. I didn’t want to believe it either… but it is audible
Regards, Bauexperte
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Sebastian798 Nov 2015 22:53You should read carefully – we were talking about digital transmissions.
With analog transmissions, it’s somewhat different and relevant in certain areas – but not here.
With analog transmissions, it’s somewhat different and relevant in certain areas – but not here.