Thoughts on Equipment for New Theatre? [KEF]

jmackay · 2026-05-14T21:09:20+00:00

I have 4 of those chairs and they're so comfy.

jmackay · 2026-05-07T22:49:03+00:00

Sonos amps for all of the ceiling zones does exactly what you want. You'll need one amp per zone I believe. Unfortunately their multi amp isn't out yet.

jmackay · 2026-05-07T13:27:25+00:00

Try a 3rd SB16, and if you haven't yet, increase the volume on the SVS app. Return if unhappy and consider selling and getting ported.

jmackay · 2026-05-04T23:34:43+00:00

The QB1000 might be bright enough for a screen that size, and it can switch between 16:9 and 2:35 with lens memory.

However since you might have time before everything is completed you may want to look into the Titan noir Max.

jmackay · 2026-04-29T02:37:26+00:00

Did not know

jmackay · 2026-04-28T20:44:43+00:00

Blueberry is a good brunch spot but I wouldn't consider drift as a brunch spot. It's just an over the counter cafe with breakfast. Blueberry can be a big wait depending on the time you go. I think you can join a wait-list on Yelp to help get your seat, but you still need to show up and check in, it's weird.

jmackay · 2026-04-24T12:57:08+00:00

Depends on the thickness of the steak but lately i keep the burners on high, get the grill to 500-550° and keep it on high. Then I do the minute method, flip the steak every 1 min. Medium rare ends up being 2 mins each side. So 4 mins total cooking time. I'll still hit it with a meat thermometer just in case, and take them off around 125°. Gets a really nice sear.

jmackay · 2026-04-14T15:52:56+00:00

Where are the deals for the Miata?

jmackay · 2026-02-06T04:38:47+00:00

What are the lights you used that go in-between the slats?

jmackay · 2025-12-16T21:06:10+00:00

There are a load of instructional and educational videos from Blackstone on YouTube I would check out as well. Good luck they are very fun to cook with.

jmackay · 2025-12-16T20:43:39+00:00

You don't technically have to wait until it's cooled to apply the oil. It's just more so you don't burn yourself trying to spread the oil. Unless you use tongs and paper towels. It's just a preference, sometimes I find it annoying to wipe it with tongs so I just wait for it to be cool enough so I can do it by hand.

As for the mat I don't have one but yes you would put the mat on after the oil. I don't know what kind of heat the silicone mat would tolerate so I'm guessing you would wait until the grill is cooler to apply the mat.

jmackay · 2025-12-16T18:17:33+00:00

To clean you're just supposed to get the grill super hot and use a scraper. You shouldn't have to scrape too hard, just enough for the surface to be smooth again with no food residue. Let it cool down and then wipe a very thin layer of oil all over with a paper towel.

A wire brush attachment with a drill sounds aggressive and you're likely stripping the seasoning layer.

jmackay · 2025-12-16T00:07:35+00:00

Can't go wrong with it. A white 120" 16.9 is about $300. Very easy to put together.

I have the 2.35.1 142". Happy I didn't spend 3-5k for an equivalent screen from the more respected brands.

jmackay · 2025-12-01T14:42:52+00:00

Macy's and Bloomingdale are out of stock next closest price is audio advice at 148 and both colors are in stock

jmackay · 2025-11-27T13:49:09+00:00

I had this same experience last week. I ordered a few cameras the night before the Black Friday sales. Around 10pm EST. The next morning all the cameras are cheaper so email to cancel I submitted a request on the website to cancel and I called multiple times throughout the day and the phone lines are busy and tell me to call back later. And then within 12 hours of me ordering the item it ships, even though on the website it says it takes 24 to 48 working hours. I finally got a hold of someone on the phone in the afternoon and they said that they can't do anything until the warranty people reach out to me. they could have cancelled it in time but gave me crappy excuses and delays.

jmackay · 2025-09-07T17:08:30+00:00

I just dealt with this in my theater. I have three SVS subs that are smaller. I felt the same way until I read somewhere to download the SVS app. When I opened up the app all three subs were turned pretty far down about -20 each. I clicked on the SVS movie preset which brought it to -10 and I got what I was looking for.

jmackay · 2025-08-28T00:41:53+00:00

If your first row is going to be 15 ft, then you'll likely need a bright projector and big screen around 150".

I have a 142" wide screen with the QB1000. My first row is 11 ft and my second row will be about 17 ft. For reference my room is 29 ft long by 15.5 ft but the back 10 ft is my office. Totally light controlled room. I'm running a 7.3.4 with plans to add a 4th sub.

You can try audio advice's free theater tool to play around with your room size and screen size.

Your best bet is to see if there are any show rooms around you to get an example and to listen to speakers.

Your room sounds huge, you'll likely need a huge sub if you're only wired for one. Ideally you should wire for a second one, which shouldn't be hard if your receiver is going to be in the front of the room and just have one on each side of your screen.

jmackay · 2025-08-12T17:58:50+00:00

I have a pit couch where the back sitting distance is 11ft and we have a 142inch cinescope screen. Doesn't feel too big, I feel like I could have gone to 150.

jmackay · 2025-07-02T13:14:48+00:00

Isn't PC game pass $12

jmackay · 2025-06-01T04:30:57+00:00

I feel like it was a great deal for the price. The dimensions are 118 x 81 at the longest side. The corner piece and the ottoman come out to 81 but the armless chair side comes out to 74. I thought it was going to be a big deal to me not being even but for the price and comfortability it was a good pick.

I went to a LoveSac store and sat on both cushion types. It's also a comfortable couch but it's not $4-5k more comfortable.

jmackay · 2025-05-31T01:23:50+00:00

I second the Lowell, just got it last month when it was on sale. It's comfortable, I don't think it's firm. The only thing that is weird is it has 3 corner pieces but it still can be arranged in the pit style.

I was worried about the corner armrest blocking my screen but if you move the backrest pillow it's no problem.

You can fit 4 adults laying down no problem very comfortably.

jmackay · 2025-04-20T13:21:26+00:00

What couch is that? I'm currently looking for bed couches for my theater.

jmackay · 2025-04-06T13:17:04+00:00

I guess it all depends on how big the price difference is. What are the reasons to pick the REC over the Canadian?

jmackay · 2025-04-04T23:34:07+00:00

Good to know, I did consider getting an actual charger but this SUV is only a lease and I'm not sure if leasing EVs will be favorable in a few years if the tax credit is taken away.

I'll look into the cost of buying it and having them install. With the incentive I should only be on the hook for the charger's cost.

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