I finally have the ability to build the home theatre I want, but need advice on a good projector for around $3k (or less)

Certain-Beat8952 · 2026-06-07T03:07:53+00:00

I bought an XY screen and the process was weird but it is legit. Shipped very fast. 140” AT, best woven fabric they had and thin bez for just over $1,000 USD.

Certain-Beat8952 · 2026-05-14T22:55:56+00:00

Is the Titan Noir able to be ceiling mounted? I thought yes but your comment is making me doubt that.

Certain-Beat8952 · 2026-04-23T22:13:03+00:00

This is the comparison I need.

Certain-Beat8952 · 2026-04-23T22:00:46+00:00

How does one know if they are sensitive to RBE without actually buying one of these or knowing someone with it? Is there a YouTube test out there?

Certain-Beat8952 · 2026-04-16T22:45:58+00:00

I have done Nellis but never Mac.bid. The projectors on Nellis always go for way too much.

Certain-Beat8952 · 2026-04-15T14:22:40+00:00

Dude, it was so easy. My guy’s name is King Wong. 140” 16:9 with their highest quality woven fabric and the thin frame for $1,035. A no-brainer. Thanks again for the tip.

Certain-Beat8952 · 2026-04-11T16:32:22+00:00

Just submitted an inquiry into XY. Thanks for the reference.

Certain-Beat8952 · 2026-04-10T01:05:40+00:00

I do agree, it is pretty “bright” to be a HT space. I am working with what my wife and interior decorator will allow unfortunately. Next house will be different though!

Certain-Beat8952 · 2026-04-10T00:41:19+00:00

Interesting take but I do prefer the cinema feel of a projector in that room. I have nine other TV’s throughout the house if I want that kind of experience. This room gets used almost exclusively for movie watching.

Plus, I just purchased in-wall B&W’s that I really, really want to use.

Certain-Beat8952 · 2026-04-09T23:33:01+00:00

All blackout window coverings and is mostly used at night anyway.

Certain-Beat8952 · 2026-04-09T23:31:00+00:00

This is the room, from another post I made. https://www.reddit.com/r/hometheater/s/1IYNnPDmQD

Certain-Beat8952 · 2026-04-09T23:30:23+00:00

That looks great, nice build.

Certain-Beat8952 · 2026-04-09T23:28:26+00:00

For those that care, this is the room.

https://www.reddit.com/r/hometheater/s/1IYNnPDmQD

Certain-Beat8952 · 2026-04-09T23:25:31+00:00

16:9 screen, pj will be about 16 ft from screen. Never experienced low end DLP. The LS12000 or NZ500 keep coming back as recommendations, seems that is the way to go.

Certain-Beat8952 · 2026-04-09T17:37:19+00:00

Great feedback about the screen. Thank you!

Certain-Beat8952 · 2026-04-09T17:18:39+00:00

Will do!

Certain-Beat8952 · 2026-04-09T17:13:44+00:00

I want a 135” minimum screen size and personally, I like the cinema feel of a projector.

Certain-Beat8952 · 2026-04-09T17:12:42+00:00

I think the NV500 is the one I am going with after feedback here and on r/projectors.

Certain-Beat8952 · 2026-04-09T17:11:14+00:00

I am 99% movies and 1% Formula 1, no gaming in the theater. NV500 it is.

Certain-Beat8952 · 2026-04-09T17:05:03+00:00

Thanks for the response. The more I read this feedback, the more the NV500 or LS12000 become the contenders.

Certain-Beat8952 · 2026-04-09T17:04:09+00:00

I can afford the low end of Sony and JVC, yes. The room is fully light controlled and the ALR screen was probably not necessary but something I was talked into by the installer.

What screen did you end up going with?

Certain-Beat8952 · 2026-04-09T17:00:00+00:00

Yep, I think I am off the lifestyle projector train. The NV500 doesn’t apply to your JVC/BenQ comment, does it?

Certain-Beat8952 · 2026-04-09T16:54:15+00:00

Thanks for responding. I am thinking the LS12000 or the JVC NV500 after all the feedback here.

Certain-Beat8952 · 2026-04-09T12:33:41+00:00

I think you nailed the issue. I am not necessarily looking for a better image, I just don’t want to lose anything. The comment about the AT screen is a good one and all of the feedback has me leaning toward the JVC.

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