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I am thinking of setting up a home theatre. The whole setup will be bought in multiple stages (maybe over 2-3 years, depending on the total cost) as I can't afford to spend a huge amount at one go.
However, I want to understand the whole setup and plan it out, so that I don't end up buying components which don't fit properly with each other.
PART I - TV Purchase
The reason I am posting this in the TV section is because the TV will be the first component I will be buying.
I am thinking of buying this LG 4K TV, which seems to be the cheapest 4K from a reputed brand. There is one option from Samsung as well, but I have had better experience with LG over the years, and hence I am leaning more towards it.
Please let me know if this is a good option and what are the pros and cons of this TV as the center piece of a home theatre setup. Also, do tell me if there are any alternatives I could consider. Budget within 50k for the TV itself. Longevity would be my priority, even if it means a little bit of compromise on picture quality or features. Also, does an Android TV have any significant advantages over an LG Web OS smart TV?
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PART II - Home Theatre Setup
Now I have a few questions regarding setting up a home theatre system. Even though I have tried reading up a bit, I can't seem to make sense of the whole setup. So here are my questions.
Does a home theatre setup necessarily need an A/V receiver?
I ask because it seems to be quite expensive a component and I don't know if I'll be able to fit it within my budget. However, if it is necessary for a good setup, I don't mind postponing my purchases a bit.
What about speaker setup like Logitech Z906?
Is this true surround sound setup or some gimmick where stereo sound is distributed over 5+1 speakers?
If I do want to buy an A/V receiver, what A/V receiver + speakers could I buy within 50-60k?
I will mostly be setting it within an average sized living room, so it needn't be very loud.
Can I stagger speaker purchases over time, buying one or two at a time?
I read on hifivision forum that with an A/V receiver, I can start with two speakers, then add a sub-woofer, then add the satellites and finally the central speaker. If this is doable without much hassle, then I might be able to up my budget a bit. Of course, in this case I would expect the components to have a life to 8-10 years.
How are satellite speakers powered?
Does each speaker need two cables, one connecting it to the A/V receiver and other for power? Or the A/V receiver itself supplies the power as well?
Some other information:
However, I want to understand the whole setup and plan it out, so that I don't end up buying components which don't fit properly with each other.
PART I - TV Purchase
The reason I am posting this in the TV section is because the TV will be the first component I will be buying.
I am thinking of buying this LG 4K TV, which seems to be the cheapest 4K from a reputed brand. There is one option from Samsung as well, but I have had better experience with LG over the years, and hence I am leaning more towards it.
Please let me know if this is a good option and what are the pros and cons of this TV as the center piece of a home theatre setup. Also, do tell me if there are any alternatives I could consider. Budget within 50k for the TV itself. Longevity would be my priority, even if it means a little bit of compromise on picture quality or features. Also, does an Android TV have any significant advantages over an LG Web OS smart TV?
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PART II - Home Theatre Setup
Now I have a few questions regarding setting up a home theatre system. Even though I have tried reading up a bit, I can't seem to make sense of the whole setup. So here are my questions.
Does a home theatre setup necessarily need an A/V receiver?
I ask because it seems to be quite expensive a component and I don't know if I'll be able to fit it within my budget. However, if it is necessary for a good setup, I don't mind postponing my purchases a bit.
What about speaker setup like Logitech Z906?
Is this true surround sound setup or some gimmick where stereo sound is distributed over 5+1 speakers?
If I do want to buy an A/V receiver, what A/V receiver + speakers could I buy within 50-60k?
I will mostly be setting it within an average sized living room, so it needn't be very loud.
Can I stagger speaker purchases over time, buying one or two at a time?
I read on hifivision forum that with an A/V receiver, I can start with two speakers, then add a sub-woofer, then add the satellites and finally the central speaker. If this is doable without much hassle, then I might be able to up my budget a bit. Of course, in this case I would expect the components to have a life to 8-10 years.
How are satellite speakers powered?
Does each speaker need two cables, one connecting it to the A/V receiver and other for power? Or the A/V receiver itself supplies the power as well?
Some other information:
- This setup will only be used for movies and TV, gaming is not on the cards.
- The source media will mostly be Netflix, Amazon Prime, YouTube etc.
- Since it is a smart TV, streaming should be taken care of by the TV itself.
- 4K TV is a must as I want the setup to last a while
- Please consider only present day prices and ignore possible inflation.