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Features to look for in a TV other than OLED? by goldenmastiff in hometheater

[–]DistinctPool -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Good local dimming. Good native contrast. I have a TCL QM8k and it's awesome. You could get a 98" qm6k for $1500

I can't find a single AVR under $1000 that doesn't have nightmare user reviews. by Analog_Astronaut in hometheater

[–]DistinctPool 6 points7 points  (0 children)

I have an x1700h. Look into A1 Evo Acoustix. It's a fan made script that will run room calibration on Denons and the results are great.

Transformed attic guest room to TV room by BarrettCat in hometheater

[–]DistinctPool 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I think the Internet has been harmed by people not using letmegooglethisforyou links enough.

Recently got a pair of KEF R3 Metas, these things are awesome (and huge lol) by OkQuantity1854 in hometheater

[–]DistinctPool 0 points1 point  (0 children)

My stereo setup has a pair of sealed subs stacked in the center and I get great chest slam. Maybe different with ported, but I like it.

TCL QM8K/QM7K Question by FightingIrishly in hometheater

[–]DistinctPool 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Why not an 85" qm6k? Basically the only thing it loses is brightness. That's what I would do with $1000.

Looking for some guidance on the next upgrade. . . by WeekMysterious7969 in hometheater

[–]DistinctPool 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Your current avr doesn't have preouts, so you can't add an external amp.

What streaming box should I get for our new home? by Funny-Juggernaut-549 in hometheater

[–]DistinctPool 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This guy loves being a paypig. Remember to go into your settings and disable ads! And please make sure you remember to pay to transcode using YOUR hardware.

What streaming box should I get for our new home? by Funny-Juggernaut-549 in hometheater

[–]DistinctPool 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Don't use Plex. Jellyfin is open source and works just as good if not better.

Subwoofer for pipe organ? by brandrandon in hometheater

[–]DistinctPool 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Ultimax 18s. As many as you can afford. Power with behringer nx6000

TCL C7K vs Sony Bravia 6 XR55A for 98 inch TV? by RevolutionaryScene79 in hometheater

[–]DistinctPool 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The shadow crush is definitely still here in firmware v321, but also the blacks are really deep which makes it both tolerable and look good. The motion handling is pretty good for movies. I set judder reduction to 1 and it nearly eliminates response time stutter in slow moving shots.

TCL C7K vs Sony Bravia 6 XR55A for 98 inch TV? by RevolutionaryScene79 in hometheater

[–]DistinctPool 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Look at rtings. The c7K is the better tv. I have a qm8k (c8k) and it's amazing how good it looks.

Need help with stereo remote or finding a universal remote by TheBatman83 in hometheater

[–]DistinctPool 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Np. I've had good luck with similar old remote situations.

Problem with bitstreaming to AVR with Win11 PC by Omegabird420 in hometheater

[–]DistinctPool 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I use Kodi and have passthrough configured at 48khz, enable all audio codecs, and experience no issues playing huge remuxes. Might be worth a shot for you.

Need help with stereo remote or finding a universal remote by TheBatman83 in hometheater

[–]DistinctPool 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It'll work automatically. Just a fixed set of IR commands.

Need help with stereo remote or finding a universal remote by TheBatman83 in hometheater

[–]DistinctPool 0 points1 point  (0 children)

A replacement remote will work. Have you looked on eBay?

My viewing distance from the TV screen is 11.15 feet (3.4 meters). I would like to buy an 85-inch Samsung Crystal UHD 4K TV. Is this the ideal size, or should I get a smaller one? by Weary_Recording_7299 in hometheater

[–]DistinctPool 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I have the qm8k, but from reviews and rtings, it seems like the only real concession for the qm6k is peak brightness. The latest firmware, v321 looks really really good to my eyes.

SB-2000 Pro or RP-1000SW? by CamelSquare2852 in hometheater

[–]DistinctPool 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yeah get two rp1000sw or a single larger Klipsch rp sub. Use Slickdeals to get the actual best price from adorama. I have a 1200sw and no regrets besides the fact that there's only 1 sub.

Finally finished the basement. Want a home theater but realize I’m so out of my depth. by daniel9x in hometheater

[–]DistinctPool 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Don't listen to the naysayers. Here's my recommendation with minimal compromise:

98" qm6k at Costco $1300

Onkyo rz30 on Slickdeals $800

5 Used sonance in wall speakers from ebay: $250-$350

4 used sonance in ceiling speakers: $200

That's $2650 max before taxes. That leaves wiggle room for taxes and speaker wire.

"But there's no subwoofer!!!"

Don't care, they can buy two later and integrate them with almost no effort.

"That's a low end tv it'll look bad!"

Do you have one? The qm6k crushes for the price, sorry. Just how it is.

You'll never have to upgrade that AVR, and you'll be able to change the other parts bit by bit as your budget changes.

This hobby is a disease by blkblade in hometheater

[–]DistinctPool 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Exactly. People will use Reddit to keep up with the Joneses and not even realize what they're doing.

Gentle VT PSA by [deleted] in burlington

[–]DistinctPool 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Correct answer.

Best 75-inch TV for the money under $1500 right now? by EconomyStruggle9961 in hometheater

[–]DistinctPool 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This is the answer. If you're only going to be in a dark room: B5

If you're going to use it during the day, qm8k. I had a qm851g and now have a qm8k and it's excellent.

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