What is the best 5.1 stereo system I can buy in the price range of $1,000 - $1,500?

Question

I have the Onkyo TX-SR605 AV Receiver. Which speaker system will go best with that?

I have the Onkyo TX-SR605 AV Receiver. Which speaker system will go best with that?

My room is 18L x 18W x 15H. I have a Sony Bravia KDL-46XBR3 LCD. I'm looking for an all in one 5.1 system. I've tried a few systems but the one that I remember the most is the Bose Acoustimass 16 Series II. It wasn't for me. The dialogs from movies were often washed out. I'd like a neutral sound system so everything is balanced.

Answer 1

More details, please?

Like what do you listen to for music? What are the space constraints for your system? Are you looking for an all in one or separates? What speakers have you auditioned?

It is good you have set a budget but more detail is needed to help you properly!

EDIT:
I have included links to a variety of speaker manufactures. If the Bose attracted you because of size, the orbs are worth a listen. But remember form follows function. Make sure to listen to as many speakers as you can with an 605 to get a feel for what you like.

Happy Listening.

Answer 2

Hi.I had a look at the specifications for your Receiver.It is rated at 90 watts per channel.It does not mention if the power rating is watts rms or something else and if the figure of 90 watts/ channel is available with all channels driven.So i would say to get 8 ohm speakers that can accept 90 watts rms from the receiver.
As to suggest which ones to get,that is entirely up to you because all speakers add their own coloration to the sound they are trying to reproduce. How do you like your sound :

(1) Neutral meaning a fairly flat frequency response where no section of the speakers range is emphasised.

(2) Bright sounding where the upper midrange and treble is pronounced

(3) Mid range prominence,whereby the human voice and singers are projected in front of the speaker.

(4) Bass heavy.meaning the (usually) upper bass frequencies are more dominant than the rest of the range

If you add some details as to which type of speaker you would like we will see what is available. If you are not sure it is best to listen to the various ones i mentioned and others also to select the one you can live with.

Answer 3

Well, it seems like you have your video section and the receiver already, Thus, you don't want an all-in-one box set. I would urge you to consider doing the following to pick speakers. Speakers are a notoriously personal chioce. What sounds best to my ears, won't necessarily sound best to your ears. I suggest you take a few favorite movies and a few favorite music disks and head over to a near-by hi-end audio store. The better stores will have listening rooms where you can sample what you favorite stuff sounds like on their speakers. Your best comparison (apples to apples) will happen if the store carries your brand of processor, but that isn't necessary, if it's not possible.

You want to budget the most money for your front left/center/right channels. From these come most of the sound information. The rears are sound effects only. Once you find speakers you really enjoy, at about 30% more than you want to spend, go home and search for your speakers on www.ebay.com. Your front speakers should be matched, Personally, I am partial to my electrotatic Martin Logans, but these will be out of your price range. Look for B&K speakers (600 series) or, if you can find them, older 805 series. Ten you will want a quality sub, Look for a Velodyne Fseries, These have their own separate amps and won't strain your recever. A smart way to go would be to read reviews at www,audioreview.com. Good luck this is a fun hobby.

Answer 4

KEF KHT3005

http://www.vanns.com/shop/servlet/item/features/544999443

I have heard this package with the TX-SR 605 receiver and it sounds incredible, even for music. I Recommend look at KEF speakers i own them and i am a huge fan.

By the way great! choice on the receiver

These are a neutral sounding speaker, where they don't pump up the bass, treble, or mid's. It's just the music the way its meant to be heard. Neutral speaker's are the most accurate in terms of sound reproduction and are preferred by audiophiles, and the best sounding in my opinion.

Answer 5

I have a Jamo A 102 HCS 11 system. it didnt cost me much, but im very very impressed with the clarity and the quality of the system. Its got a HDMI out as well, and couple of other inouts/outputs to very well suit your need. The speakers looks small, just like Bose, but is made in much better quality and is a quite powerful stuff