Reddit mentions of Pioneer SP-PK22BS Andrew Jones 5.1 Home Theater Speaker Package

I'm a fan of a Yamaha with Pioneer Andrew Jones speakers, great value all around, this is what I recommend to people who are starting out:

• https://smile.amazon.com/Yamaha-RX-V379BL-5-1-Channel-Receiver-Bluetooth/dp/B00V5VJ3TM
  
• https://smile.amazon.com/Pioneer-SP-PK52FS-Theater-Speaker-Package/dp/B00IK8I9K2
  
  Depending on other recommendations you might want to get a 5.0 set and go with another sub. Stay safe out there!
  
  EDIT: For the DJ bits you could go with a 1/4" to RCA so people could just plug their phones in, using bluetooth for that would probably suck. Maybe a chromecast audio if you want people to just be able to cast to it to have a jukebox like effect.
  
  EDIT 2: The Pioneers also come in all bookshelf too, which might make more sense to save space: https://smile.amazon.com/Pioneer-SP-PK52FS-Theater-Speaker-Package/dp/B00LBI88IQ?th=1

Here are some options for you.

AVR - Denon X1200 refurb $300

Speakers - so many options but I'll try to put some together.

1. Boston Acoustics - CS2300 $200 + Dayton Sub 1200 $150 Total: $350 These are smaller books/sats but should do the job if you need smaller speakers. Very close to the size of the Energy speakers but with a much larger sub.
   
   
2. Micca - MB42X $90 x2 + MB42XC $80 + Dayton from above $150 Total: $410 Smaller books that actually do pretty good in a smaller HT setup.
   
   
3. Pioneer - 5.1 bookshelf set $510 The sub is not that great but you can upgrade it later. These are larger books so be sure to the space to make sure they will fit.
   
   
4. Polk - RM6750 $375 Smaller sat/sub set that can be upgraded later.
   
   
5. BIC - DV62si $130, DV62CLR $115, DV32 $55 and the Dayton 1200 $150 Total: $450 These are large books and center with small sat size surrounds. Be sure you have room for the front three as they are pretty big.
   
   

You'll need speaker wire, and HDMI cables to go with this.

Speakers: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00LBI88IQ/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_EkqpybC38XSB9

Receiver: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00VIRG3GO/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_bmqpyb6Z2G9JH

Ah ok, thanks for the suggestion! i assume i should look at getting this one https://www.amazon.com/Pioneer-SP-PK22BS-Theater-Speaker-Package/dp/B00LBI88IQ/ref=sr_1_1?s=electronics&ie=UTF8&qid=1487692526&sr=1-1&keywords=pioneer%2Bandrew%2Bjones%2B5.1&th=1 or would you say that the floor standing speakers make it worth the extra $150, i would prefer not to spend it but if it makes enough of a noticeable difference it wouldn't be the biggest deal. Also do you happen to have the measurements for that center speaker so i could get an idea of how large it is. Thanks!

ah, okay.

Well, if you connect a surround decoder to the optical input its still a valid option. Easiest way of doing that is to just play movies off a computer.

I'll link a few of the cheapest surround systems that are decent.

https://www.parts-express.com/b652-51-home-theater-surround-sound-speaker-system-with-10-subwoofer--300-689

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https://www.parts-express.com/b652-air-51-home-theater-surround-sound-speaker-system-with-10-subwoofer--300-691

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https://www.parts-express.com/dayton-audio-mk402--51-home-theater-bundle-12-powered-subwoofer--300-747


https://www.parts-express.com/dayton-audio-mk442t-51-home-theater-bundle-12-powered-subwoofer--300-707

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https://www.amazon.com/Pioneer-SP-PK52FS-5-0-Theater-Speaker/dp/B00LBI88IQ?th=1


The last two are the best, obviously.

I just received a bundled Pioneer SP-PK22BS speaker set from Amazon for Christmas: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00LBI88IQ/ref=twister_B00OU4KU02?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1

To pair with it, I bought a Denon AVR-x1300w: http://www.accessories4less.com/make-a-store/item/denavrx1300w/denon-avr-x1300w-7.2-ch-x-80-watts-networking-a/v-receiver/1.html

My initial setup will be: 1. Sharp AQUOS 1080p 2. PS4 3. Pioneer AJ Speaker w/ subwoofer 4. Denon x1300

I have two questions: 1. Should I return the speaker set and get something else? I'll get $350 if I return it before 1/31/17. 2. What wires and hdmi cords should I get for the system? Does the quality for HDMI matter?

Thank you!

If after you calibrate Audyssey correctly and you are still not satisfied:

Looking at the specs of the Tannoy TFX 5.1, the starting frequency is high 140hz (aim for 80hz or lower), and the sensitivity is low 85db (aim for 90db or higher).

If you want to keep the same size speakers I would recommend these
http://www.monoprice.com/product?p_id=10565

or these
https://www.amazon.com/Pioneer-SP-PK22BS-Theater-Speaker-Package/dp/B00LBI88IQ/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1482853142&sr=8-2&keywords=andrew+jones+5.1

If you dont mind going a little larger I would recommend these
https://www.amazon.com/Pioneer-SP-PK52FS-Theater-Speaker-Package/dp/B00IK8I9K2/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1482853142&sr=8-1&keywords=andrew+jones+5.1

Got the 8350, and if your room is light controlled/prepared correctly... you will be absolutely blown away by it.

I am a huge graphics nerd... my PC always has the latest and greatest card. All of the TV's i buy are LEDs. (Because especially after owning a projector...if the room is light controlled enough for a plasma to look good...im getting a projector for a screen 2-3x as big).

The epson 8350, in a light controlled room, will not disappoint you.

I have mine throwing on an elite screen 100"... and every single person I have brought over to see a movie...is just absolutely blown away by the quality of the picture. It honestly is not distinguishable from a LED picture..unless you are sitting with your face against the screen.

With that said...if your room isnt 100% light controlled...your image will get be affected by a bit. I dont think I would ever put a projector in my living room, at least not as a main screen, because even a small amount of ambient light will affect the picture quality...however i would do it as a night-time movie screen or something, and have it roll down over a TV for select usage.

I just completed a home theater, using the Epson 8350, for around 2500 (including a 5.1 speaker system, the materials to paint the room etc) and absolutely LOVE it. And have yet to have a guest not be completely amazed by it.

Every single person who has seen the quality of the picture is blown away, and has commented on how great it looks.

I know there are sellers who will sell you the stuff to make your own screen.. and you can get slightly higher quality for slightly cheaper if youre willing to build your own frame.

I went with the 100" electric pull down from Elite screens, and i love it. If I was going to build a 10,000+ home theater, then I would upgrade to a Black Diamond screen and a $2500+ projector... but for 2000 budget I feel like the epson 8350 cant be beat.

For speakers I went with http://www.amazon.com/Pioneer-SP-PK22BS-Theater-Speaker-Package/dp/B00LBI88IQ/ref=sr_1_14?s=electronics&ie=UTF8&qid=1415212750&sr=1-14&keywords=pioneer+5.1 and I absolutely love it. The speakers are HUGE..which is their only drawback. But I would rather sacrifice having a larger size for better sound than vice versa.

I LOVE the speaker system atm..but tbh im not much of an audiofile who could distinguish a $500 system from a $1000 system sound-wise.

Just buy your parents a htib.

http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00LBI88IQ?vs=1