FrankLepore Posted April 17, 2021 Share Posted April 17, 2021 (edited) So we're moving in about a month and the attached image is of the new living room we'll have. One thing to keep in mind is that we're renting, so construction projects or changing too many things isn't really an option. I currently have the following Klipsch setup and I'm struggling to figure out a way to set things up. Denon AVR-X3700H 9.2-Channel 8K 2x Klipsch RP-280FA Klipsch RP-450C Klipsch R-120SW I'm sure the 280FA's will be fine on the edges of the area, but I have a few questions: 1) If the subwoofer fits in that lower right corner, would this be a reasonable place for it? 2) Does anyone know of an efficient way to display the center channel? Right now, I'm thinking of just mounting it with some brackets on the area between the TV and the fireplace. Alternatively, I was thinking of buying/building a simple table the depth of the 450C (14 inches) that it could sit on and would frame the fireplace. 3) Does anyone have any suggestions on how to manage cables in a setup like this? I worry I'll just have speaker and power cables going all over the fireplace. If anyone has had any experience with a situation like this, or sees an easy solution I'm overlooking, I would really appreciate the help! Thanks! Edited April 17, 2021 by FrankLepore 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
billybob Posted April 17, 2021 Share Posted April 17, 2021 Welcome to the forum! forum. Can see some possibilities. Be back after I get some coffee. 1 question meanwhile. If that is a real fireplace and are you planning on using it? Thanks! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wuzzzer Posted April 17, 2021 Share Posted April 17, 2021 While subwoofers work most efficiently in a corner, there's no way to tell if that's the best location for it without trying it there first. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
billybob Posted April 17, 2021 Share Posted April 17, 2021 1) Yes that should work but should be on the same side as the Denon so cable do not have to wrap across to reach sub. Also, there appears to be an electrical outlet down low to lower sub. The inset above the sub on the right, is there an electrical outlet there as well? If not, then you may be looking at powering the Denon into the same outlet as the sub. Not ideal install but, will work with what you have. Before I go farther, would request a reply to questions before proceeding. Thanks! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FrankLepore Posted April 17, 2021 Author Share Posted April 17, 2021 (edited) If by "real" you mean wood and fire, as opposed to electric, I'm not sure. We only toured once before getting approved. If I had to guess, I would imagine it's electric, and it's likely we'll use it at some point. Edited April 17, 2021 by FrankLepore 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FrankLepore Posted April 17, 2021 Author Share Posted April 17, 2021 5 hours ago, billybob said: 1) Yes that should work but should be on the same side as the Denon so cable do not have to wrap across to reach sub. Also, there appears to be an electrical outlet down low to lower sub. The inset above the sub on the right, is there an electrical outlet there as well? If not, then you may be looking at powering the Denon into the same outlet as the sub. Not ideal install but, will work with what you have. Before I go farther, would request a reply to questions before proceeding. Thanks! I'm not entirely sure just yet. I'll have to check once we get another look, but as of now, the only thing I''ll need to be plugging in are the receiver and the sub. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
billybob Posted April 17, 2021 Share Posted April 17, 2021 Yes, it was just a consideration. Will suggest that if you do any brackets for the center, you get that permission signed, of course. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
billybob Posted April 17, 2021 Share Posted April 17, 2021 Cool, what do you think about plan so far? 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
314carpenter Posted April 17, 2021 Share Posted April 17, 2021 Change the TV mount to a drop down. Your neck will be happier. Buy and roll in an equipment rack on wheels. You need to be able to get at the back of the equipment so roll out is your best option. Remove the lower shelf from the corner recess. Raise the shelf to elevation that works for you and touch up the drywall and paint. Install removable cable trays. Try Legrand. Buy a center channel speaker stand. Ear level. Place the sub where it sounds best in your room. Do not shove it in that left side recess or you will have create a bandpass with limited frequency output ie, it will sound boomy. Outside of rare occasions, just ignore the fact that there is a fireplace, unless you happen to enjoy roasted HT products. Your not going to break your lease with any of my suggestions. Good luck and send us those pictures when you get moved in. The links are just there to get you on the path. Choose any products you want from anywhere you like to shop. https://www.homedepot.com/b/Electrical-Electronics-Cable-Management/N-5yc1vZc64e https://www.amazon.com/Monoprice-Fireplace-Pull-Down-Full-Motion-Articulating/dp/B077YB196D/ref=pd_lpo_23_t_1/137-6705201-8473365?_encoding=UTF8&pd_rd_i=B077YB196D&pd_rd_r=0e86c378-1fa5-4419-9f41-11128bcb11c0&pd_rd_w=o0RQu&pd_rd_wg=rDpxf&pf_rd_p=337be819-13af-4fb9-8b3e-a5291c097ebb&pf_rd_r=F396ET3EQDEQPV2KBK5C&psc=1&refRID=F396ET3EQDEQPV2KBK5C https://www.audioadvisor.com/prodinfo.asp?number=PGVULRK&variation=BLK https://www.audioadvisor.com/prodinfo.asp?number=PGVCAS https://www.audioadvisor.com/prodinfo.asp?number=SASFC Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
billybob Posted April 17, 2021 Share Posted April 17, 2021 What can be done is limiting wires for looks that are necessary. Are you planning on using the tv mount? 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
billybob Posted April 17, 2021 Share Posted April 17, 2021 Looks like you have enough help here so, I am bowing out for now. Thanks! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FrankLepore Posted April 18, 2021 Author Share Posted April 18, 2021 3 hours ago, 314carpenter said: Change the TV mount to a drop down. Your neck will be happier. Buy and roll in an equipment rack on wheels. You need to be able to get at the back of the equipment so roll out is your best option. Remove the lower shelf from the corner recess. Raise the shelf to elevation that works for you and touch up the drywall and paint. Install removable cable trays. Try Legrand. Buy a center channel speaker stand. Ear level. Place the sub where it sounds best in your room. Do not shove it in that left side recess or you will have create a bandpass with limited frequency output ie, it will sound boomy. Outside of rare occasions, just ignore the fact that there is a fireplace, unless you happen to enjoy roasted HT products. Your not going to break your lease with any of my suggestions. Good luck and send us those pictures when you get moved in. The links are just there to get you on the path. Choose any products you want from anywhere you like to shop. https://www.homedepot.com/b/Electrical-Electronics-Cable-Management/N-5yc1vZc64e https://www.amazon.com/Monoprice-Fireplace-Pull-Down-Full-Motion-Articulating/dp/B077YB196D/ref=pd_lpo_23_t_1/137-6705201-8473365?_encoding=UTF8&pd_rd_i=B077YB196D&pd_rd_r=0e86c378-1fa5-4419-9f41-11128bcb11c0&pd_rd_w=o0RQu&pd_rd_wg=rDpxf&pf_rd_p=337be819-13af-4fb9-8b3e-a5291c097ebb&pf_rd_r=F396ET3EQDEQPV2KBK5C&psc=1&refRID=F396ET3EQDEQPV2KBK5C https://www.audioadvisor.com/prodinfo.asp?number=PGVULRK&variation=BLK https://www.audioadvisor.com/prodinfo.asp?number=PGVCAS https://www.audioadvisor.com/prodinfo.asp?number=SASFC These mounts from Pinpoint mounts seem perfect for what I'm looking for. Wondering if anyone sees a problem with these. I think it mostly depends on what the mantle is made of, but I can presumably fill it when we move (which shouldn't be for three years). http://www.pinpointmounts.com/AM38CCCenterChannelSpeakerWallMount From how the shelf on the left looks, I assume I can just lift it out. I imagine I can just remove it and lean it against the wall while still fitting an audio rack if I wanted to. Thanks for all the input so far, everyone! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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