• Kit includes:
• 1 pair of 6 1/2″ midbass speakers
• 1 pair of 1″ neodymium dome tweeters
• 400 watts maximum power handling
• 1 pair of passive crossover networks

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Pyle Gear 6 1/2″ Speaker Component Kit

• Wireless rear speakers using S-AIR technology
• Plays your Blu-ray Disc movies in Full HD 1080p
• Dolby TrueHD and DTS-HD Master Audio
• BD-Live ready
• Plays DVDs and upscales them to near high definition

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Sony BDVE500W 5. 1-Channel High-Definition Blu-ray Disc Player/DVD Disc Home theater System

A walk through the television or electronics area of any modern department store is like reading the alphabet ? there are ?DVRs?, ?HD?, ?MP3s? and a variety of other ?vegetable soup? devices. An uninformed consumer may wonder if all of this equipment is worth the time, effort and fuss to learn about, purchase and set up. The answer is usually a resounding ?yes!? Even the most disinterested or novice electronics owner will stand in awe when using a contemporary television that is supplied with a satellite connection. Regardless of the purchase of an LCD, flat screen, high definition or other kind of television, the best experience for the majority of viewers involves the ?movie quality? signal received through a satellite television subscription. Many ask if the use of a high-quality television, as well as a surround sound system or home theater equipment isn?t guarantee enough that the picture will be perfection itself, but the answer is actually ?no?. Unless the owner of a modern collection of high tech equipment is receiving an equally high-quality signal, they may still have to deal with a poor picture or poor sound. So, what is the solution to such a problem? A majority of ?techies? would say that the best solution to any such concerns is to subscribe to a satellite television service. Known as the largest providers of high definition (HD) programming, they are also the leading industry in providing remarkably strong signals capable of delivering the finest sound and images as well. Interestingly, satellite television providers tend to also include a large assortment of HD networks or broadcasts in even a ?basic? plan for programming, which is not the standard followed by a majority of other television providers. Satellite television providers usually offer some interesting equipment to their customers as well. For example, the satellite industry was the first to introduce HD DVRs (high definition digital video recorders) to their customers. Of course these units don?t merely capture scheduled programs in the HD format, but can also find a specific actor, series or game if commanded to do so. The units can also receive their order through a remote control, mobile device or directly from the Internet as well. Usually the DVRs supplied to satellite subscribers will also have expansive amounts of memory ? currently around seventy hours! This means entire seasons of favorite programs can be stored indefinitely while allowing the subscriber to continually record even more!Modern home theaters and electronics don?t remain ?static? however, and each season sees better, enhanced or more responsive equipment available for purchase. The satellite industry is continually ?stepping up? to meet consumer needs for programming capable of matching this ever-improving home equipment. They do this by launching their own satellites, which means more channels, particularly in HD. They also continue to expand ?local channels? to the thousands of market areas as well. This provides viewers with their ?traditional? local stations and news (many in HD) as well as expansive programming and packages from the finest networks available.

“What? — Home Theater Sickness?”, you ask. . . “My home theater can make me sick?” It can if you get it all hooked up and it does not look or sound like you thought it would or should. If you have dumped a lot of dollars into the latest and greatest equipment but you end up with a home theater system that leaves you with a great deal of buyer’s remorse and a definite sick feeling in your stomach you’ll have “Home Theater Sickness” or “HTS”.
Properly researching your components is an essential part of the home theater selection process and is essential preventative medicine in the battle to prevent Home Theater Sickness. All too often new home theater enthusiasts jump into the scene with little or no advance preparation other than seeing what’s on sale at Best Buy, Circuit City or the local department store. Such a hasty decision can adversely affect your desired home theater experience and help the spread of Home Theater Sickness. However there are some steps that you can take to assure the results you get at home are much closer to what you desire.
You should first read, read and read some more on what video displays, digital surround audio systems and playback devices are currently available for home theaters. Fortunately there are many web sites dedicated to home theater audio and video systems where you will find preventative medicine for Home Theater Sickness. Do a Google search for home theater systems advice for helpful information. Reading a LOT of info will help lessen the chances that what you buy is not what you were expecting.
Only after reading up on the available video and audio devices you should take a “field trip” to your local electronics store. The big electronics chains such as Best Buy and Circuit City are good places to do field research however there are factors of which you should be aware of there as well. First off — finding a knowledgeable salesperson to assist you can be a chore in itself — so try to find one who seems to be well informed by asking a few questions using terms you have learned from your reading (and reading) and use him/her as an assistant. Be polite and inquisitive yet keep in mind that the salesperson is working on commission and may try to “up-sell” you along the way. Stay focused on your goal of researching the components in which you are interested from your reading and do not be swayed by a young salesperson whose previous job may have been working at McDonald’s flipping burgers.
When checking out big screen TVs it would be a good idea to take along a favorite DVD with which you are very familiar and see how it looks on your selected models. Politely ask the salesperson to connect a DVD player straight to the TV so as to bypass any signal issues as TVs in electronics stores are usually fed signals from a central point such as a DVD player distributed (often poorly) throughout the store. Also you should adjust the display brightness, contrast and color to your personal preferences as they are often set to emphasize chroma (color), luminance (brightness) or detail (sharpness). Use the TV’s remote as that is how you will interface with your new set and you should determine if the remote and image control menus are easy to navigate.
Another basic tip is to make sure the video display (TV) you are getting is a trusted brand name. Trusted brands such as JVC, Sony, RCA, Panasonic and Toshiba have stricter manufacturing quality control practices that will reduce the chance of getting a poorly produced set off the production line.
With regard to digital surround sound there are as many numerous factors to consider. Number one — avoid off-brand systems boasting huge power. That power is usually via the PMPO rating system which is a deceiving way of rating poorly powered systems and those units usually have a high degree of Total Harmonic Distortion (THD). Stick with total RMS power measurements and only consider units with a published THD of . 1 or preferably less — . 05 is a very good THD rating.
A/V receivers should have component or HDMI inputs (if your TV or DVD is so equipped and it probably should be) and video switching should be present. Other basic needs for an A/V receiver is both optical and coaxial digital inputs for future component connection flexibility. Yamaha, Sony are my favorite manufacturers of receivers. Klipsch, Bose and Athena are excellent brands of speakers.
Then you should consider the amount of clean power (referring to RMS and THD) available. Your powered subwoofer should have the most power of all your speakers — nearly twice as much as your surround speakers. Remember that a system’s loudness is determined by the audio perception level ratio wherein a doubling of power equals one unit of perceived increase in loudness. Therefore a 200 watt system is only perceived as being a bit louder than a 100 watt system. In most cases a system with 100 to 150 watts will be fine for all but the largest of rooms.
There are many more factors to consider when selecting a home theater system with which you will be satisfied and happy — unfortunately they are too numerous to list in this article — that’s why entire websites are dedicated to demystifying the many factors related to home theater systems. Again I urge you to read, read and read some more as the more you educate yourself the more likely you will make an informed purchase. Do yourself a favor and seek knowledge — it will save you time, money and hopefully help prevent the spread of Home Theater Sickness.

Whether updating an existing home theater room or creating a new one, home theater seating is one of the most important pieces that will be added. When choosing home theater seating, customers have many choices to make. No matter what the budget may allow, there is home theater seating that meets the needs of every individual. Home Theater Seating – Loungers Provide Comfort & Enjoyment

Home Theater Loungers provide the best in comfort. They come in a range of fabrics from micro-fiber to premium leather. Colors chosen can greatly enhance the overall look and theme of the home theater room. Loungers made with hardwood, although not visible, are the best choices as they are sturdy. Hardwoods to look for include oak, alder, maple, and other tight-grained woods.

One option for home theater seating is motorized loungers which allow effortless reclining to any position. This provides a lounger that is precise in its angle providing the finest in comfort. Loungers that are not motorized have a manual arm or a pushback that places them in reclined positions. If purchasing a group of seats together and choosing the motorized feature, all seats will have the motorized function.

A second option is bass shakers. As the name suggests, bass shakers resonate with the coordinated bass sounds associated with the movie?s soundtrack. The shaker is hidden in the back of the chair and is not visible. This offers an optimal movie viewing experience as the body and seat of the lounger shake as the drama unfolds on the big screen.

Home theater loungers can be purchased in groups or separately. Mostly all loungers come with dual arm rests and dual cup holders. Some 2, 3, and 4 unit home theater seats may also come with additional storage between them. Home Theater Room Dimensions – Dealing with Limited Space

For many, space is a factor that must be considered. Most people do not have an unlimited space or large area. If space-saving is a factor, wall hugger models could solve the problem. They can be placed just inches from the wall and are still able to function in a reclining position. This type of home theater seating can also be placed in rows for those tight-to-fit places. Measuring the space in which loungers will be placed is important before buying. Leaving 3 feet on each end of the loungers is suggested to permit ample room to walk and maneuver.

Choosing the appropriate home theater loungers for a home theater room should be an enjoyable experience. As with any major investment or purchase, considerable time is necessary before making these decisions. Only after comparing types of loungers and researching many products, can the best choice be made. After the loungers are in place, prepare for the greatest movie experience of all.

• Professional quality and construction
• One 1/4″-male to 1/4″-male connection
• 12-gauge cable
• Black cable jacket
• 30 feet long

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Pyle PPJJ-30 1/4-Inch to 1/4-Inch Professional Speaker Cable

• One pair outdoor garden speakers
• Rock-shaped design blends in with landscaping
• All-weather, all-season plastic housing
• 5.25-inch black polypropylene subwoofer and 0.625-inch polycarbonate dome tweeter
• Measures 8.75 x 8.38 x 12.25 inches (W x D x H)

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HiFi Works 30020 HFW 6. 5-Inch Rock Speakers

If you have ever fantasized about having a theater room at home with theater quality acoustics, turning this dream into reality is easier than you may think. With an understanding of the types of modifications a room needs to transmit quality sound, you can convert any enclosed room in your home to a home theater room. Specifically, noise must first be contained and then measures must be taken to enhance the sound quality within the room. Installing the appropriate floor, ceiling and wall sound proofing treatments will control the noise such that it is essentially inaudible throughout the rest of the home. Additionally, reverberations that can distort sound must be captured in order to maximize acoustic quality and to provide an original sound quality experience.

Containing sound within a room involves the approach of soundproofing all six containing surfaces of the room. All four walls, the ceiling and the floor are culprits for bleeding noise into the other rooms of the home, thus all six surfaces must be treated to help prevent sound transmission out of the theater room. Treating walls and ceilings entails increasing density and establishing a disconnection from the surface, modifications which work together to break down sound waves and prevent them from traveling through surfaces to adjacent rooms. A common system for implementing such wall and ceiling treatments is increasing density through the addition of a layer of a mass loaded vinyl such as dB-Bloc, then affixing strategically spaced horizontal furring strips and a new layer of drywall to create the disconnection.

Applying soundproofing treatments to the floor cannot be neglected, as a home theater system can transmit noise through the common floor surface to other rooms in the home. The most common floor soundproofing treatment is the installation of a rubber based underlayment beneath hardwood floors, carpeting, linoleum, and practically any other type of floor surface.

The final step in obtaining the highest quality sound for your home theater is applying wall and ceiling treatments to control reverberations throughout the room that interfere with the originally intended sound quality. Panels for this purpose come in a variety of colors and styles that can be coordinated with other decor and add flair to the design of the home theater while delivering quality acoustics.

An experienced and reputable soundproofing company can supply the soundproofing materials you will need for your home theater as well as guidance on the appropriate steps you should take to ensure that you consider the variables and obtain superior quality sound in your home theater room.