Allen in Texas

Wow, excellent info..thanks alot guys... yes, I do have a yamaha HTR 5850 but I didn't know if this would be sufficient for a new Klipsch system. It currently runs my 62" Mitsu DLP with JBL cinema surround (bought in 1997)... So I was thinking that I would keep this current setup and just start fresh with the front pj theater... TKD...do you have a favorite place in DFW for receivers and such? I was thinking ultimate electronics but I heard they shut down...The only other two I'm familiar with is Fry's and Tweeter... Again, thanks for your posts guys.

Dr Who, Thanks alot for the speaker recommendation, the system specs are nice, I appreciate it. I'm not tied to the Yamaha 7.1 receiver, would you suggest a different one knowing that movies and mostly TV would be the goal of the system? Anyone feel free to add input, I'm open and do greatly thank all for helping a new Klipsch convert!!

Dr. Who, What about the below system...is this what your speaking of? Yamaha/Klipsch Synergy III 1,630W 5.1-Ch. Premium Audio Cinema System This killer Audio Cinema System teams up a top-of-the-line THX Select receiver from Yamaha with a surround speaker system from Klipsch featuring Synergy III Tractrix Horn Technology. Along with the mammoth 650-watt 12" sub, they all deliver uncompromising performance for movies, CDs or high-resolution surround audio formats. Yamaha HTR-5890 980W 7.1-Ch. THX Select Home Theater Receiver with HDTV-compatible component video outputs, exclusive digital ToP-ART audio technology and YPAO automatic acoustic optimization for superior performance Klipsch Synergy III surround system includes two 8" floorstanding speakers, two 5-1/4" surround speakers, a 5-1/4" center-channel speaker and a 650-watt 12" sub (additional rear speaker(s), sold separately, required for 6.1- or 7.1-channel reproduction)

"What are your longterm goals for your system?" Long term goals are to watch great movies and television. I am not an audiophile by nature so i don't know if I would notice the slight differences you are speaking about. I'm not a big DIY guy so I'll leave that to the home builder with my reccommendations and guidance of course.

Cal , Thanks...the info was helpful...waiting for rplace to give me the dirt on his 16x9 preference... I come frim a long line of Blacksmiths in Western New York...good to see a fantastic tradition carried on... What would you suggest, in reference to the screen, if the majority of viewing was going to be HD Television?

tkdamerica, Thanks for the info and the welcome to the forum...Do you have any projector preferences?

EQ Shadimar, I'm in Waco TX...demos would be awesome... you can e-mail me at echomakr@grandecom.net thanks

OK, first and foremeost...thank you for those who have responded, I really appreciate it. What room will be used for: Movie and regular television viewing along with intermittent 2 channel music listening, but I would suspect very little and no multi channel music. What I have: 7.1 channel yamaha receiver, SONY DVD player, cd player, vcr and HD DVR cable box...I do not have the screen, projector or the speakers. Budget: For the screen, projector and speakers I'd like to spend 6k. What I'm looking at is the Mitsubishi HC 3000 projector at 3k which would leave 3k for screen, speakers and amps? I realize this may not be as much as some would suggest, but I have to stick to my budget as best I can. My goals are to watch great movies and maybe as important to be able to view great television. These are paramount, with music secondary. Hope this helps with you guys "spending my money"...love that line Thanks guys.

Building a new house, and have a HT drawn in at the top of the stairs (only thing on the second floor). The dimensions are 20 feet long, by 13 feet deep by 9' ceiling. It is drawn with a step up in the very rear that measures 6 feet deep the remaining 14 feet are naturally one level. I do not have any equipment yet as I know it depends on room dimensions. There will be 2 pilasters sp? on the long wall and 4 windows on the other long wall (which will be completely blacked out when room is in use) I would really appreciate any comments as to your personal preferences knowing these dimensions...screen type...I know I'm getting a HD DLP projector and I'd like to do the paintable screen, it will have a hardwood floor with area rugs...other than that, I don't have anything nailed down... If anyone has software that I could use to help with potential sonic problems, that would be great Really just looking for any ideas or advice from a very informed group.

Building a new house, and have a HT drawn in at the top of the stairs (only thing on the second floor). The dimensions are 20 feet long, by 13 feet deep by 9' ceiling. It is drawn with a step up in the very rear that measures 6 feet deep the remaining 14 feet are naturally one level. I do not have any equipment yet as I know it depends on room dimensions. There will be 2 pilasters sp? on the long wall and 4 windows on the other long wall (which will be completely blacked out when room is in use) I would really appreciate any comments as to your personal preferences knowing these dimensions...screen type...I know I'm getting a HD DLP projector and I'd like to do the paintable screen, it will have a hardwood floor with area rugs...other than that, I don't have anything nailed down... If anyone has software that I could use to help with potential sonic problems, that would be great Really just looking for any ideas or advice from a very informed group.