LCD or OLED? - The TV Thread

[SuperBowlNachos]

Re: Plasma or LCD? - The TV Thread

Jumped on the $299 Yamaha RX-V673 Amazon deal. Had a gift card I didn't know about so it took away tax. Plus 5% cash back with Discover. Also remembered I have $300 in reward Visa's I can cash in so it was basically free.

Have an offer from AcousticSoundDesign.com for $899 shipped on the Bic PL-76 system with PL-200. Want to jump on it, but I am leaning more towards getting whatever it is I get from a brick and mortar store so if I do not like it I do not have to pay return shipping (which I imagine would be $100+).

[Blzer]

Re: Plasma or LCD? - The TV Thread

Jumped on the $299 Yamaha RX-V673 Amazon deal. Had a gift card I didn't know about so it took away tax. Plus 5% cash back with Discover. Also remembered I have $300 in reward Visa's I can cash in so it was basically free.

Damn, I was hoping to sell you my RX-V667 for $200.

[strawberryshortcake]

Re: Plasma or LCD? - The TV Thread

Jumped on the $299 Yamaha RX-V673 Amazon deal. Had a gift card I didn't know about so it took away tax. Plus 5% cash back with Discover. Also remembered I have $300 in reward Visa's I can cash in so it was basically free.

Have an offer from AcousticSoundDesign.com for $899 shipped on the Bic PL-76 system with PL-200. Want to jump on it, but I am leaning more towards getting whatever it is I get from a brick and mortar store so if I do not like it I do not have to pay return shipping (which I imagine would be $100+).

If you have an ipad as well, there's a free yamaha ipad app that you can use as a "remote control" to control your new yamaha RX-V673 receiver.

Acoustic Sound Design return policy

http://www.acousticsounddesign.com/ordering/return.cfm

There's also a 15% restocking fee for non-defective products (If $899 price tag, $135 restocking fee). I would get a clarification from them (in writing)

"Any merchandise returned that is not defective will incur a 15% re-stocking charge. Any item returned missing original items will be charged a 15% re-stocking fee. (this includes original MFR carton)"

[SuperBowlNachos]

Re: Plasma or LCD? - The TV Thread

I actually have a chat transcript saying it's a full refund. I'll have to double check. Thanks for pointing it out!

[GAMEC0CK2002]

Re: Plasma or LCD? - The TV Thread

Damn, I was hoping to sell you my RX-V667 for $200.

is that a standing offer? I could use a 7.2 receiver

[authentic]

Re: Plasma or LCD? - The TV Thread

I would do your research on Bic before you buy. AVS is a good place to go. Last time I was over there and saw Bic, it wasn't a recommended product.


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[SuperBowlNachos]

Re: Plasma or LCD? - The TV Thread

I would do your research on Bic before you buy. AVS is a good place to go. Last time I was over there and saw Bic, it wasn't a recommended product.


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Just the speakers? I thought both you and GC recommended the Bic sub.

[authentic]

Re: Plasma or LCD? - The TV Thread

Just the speakers? I thought both you and GC recommended the Bic sub.

I have never heard them nor really researched them. I talked about REL, which is out of your price range...


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[Blzer]

Re: Plasma or LCD? - The TV Thread

The Acoustech subwoofer is a good < $300 item for movies, but not for music. Once you go over $300 though, you can find better. I got mine for $269 a couple of years ago.

is that a standing offer? I could use a 7.2 receiver

It could be, but I'm still going to be researching other receivers in general. I still have to sell my 5.1 HK system too.

I'm hoping it's in good condition for you considering it's used. I mean it works just fine, but I know how people are about used things (and it's traveled back and forth from SF to SD a few times).

I'll keep you updated. I'm seeing if there are any receivers being sold cheaper today in general.

[strawberryshortcake]

Re: Plasma or LCD? - The TV Thread

I would do your research on Bic before you buy. AVS is a good place to go. Last time I was over there and saw Bic, it wasn't a recommended product.


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Just the speakers? I thought both you [OS user: authentic] and GC recommended the Bic sub.

If my recollection serves me well, BIC are only okay on AVSForum, but Ascend Acoustics are a fairly recommended direct internet brand over on AVS. When I was researching on Bowers and Wilkins (middle/higher end), there were people comparing Ascend Acoustics and Salk Towers (another internet brand) to the Bower Wilkins CM9 series and other higher end speakers.

http://ascendacoustics.com/pages/products/speakers/cmt340m/cmt340m.html

Best recommendation is to continue to do your research and ask questions. Do not impulsively buy. I have been looking at speakers for over 2 years and still have yet to decide, but 95% heavily swayed in the direction of Bowers & Wilkins CM9 or possibly the CM10. Check the return policies on any internet brand.

[SuperBowlNachos]

Re: Plasma or LCD? - The TV Thread

I listened to the Klipsch that are half off while at Best Buy today. Going to BWW to think about it. I liked em so I think I just need to get over specs and trust my ears (which are larger than normal). Not a fan of the Klipsch sub though at the price point.

[GAMEC0CK2002]

Re: Plasma or LCD? - The TV Thread

I listened to the Klipsch that are half off while at Best Buy today. Going to BWW to think about it. I liked em so I think I just need to get over specs and trust my ears (which are larger than normal). Not a fan of the Klipsch sub though at the price point.

BWW?

What didn't you like about the sub? Not enough punch?

[SuperBowlNachos]

Plasma or LCD? - The TV Thread

BWW?

What didn't you like about the sub? Not enough punch?

Buffalo Wild Wings. In the sound room it was ok, but it had a price of $450.

*Edit*
After a few hours and another trip to best buy I purchased the two 8" towers and the pair of bookshelves. I didn't go for the center speaker or the sub. For $250, $450, and not on sale I assumed there is better or just as good for less. If not I can pick it up in a couple days. My receiver won't be here until Monday anyways.

*Edit #2*
The Klipsch center dropped to half off in the middle of the night. Went ahead and got it too. Best buy is also doing a $10 future savings code for every $100 you spend online and do an in store pick up (up to $50 per transaction).

[SuperBowlNachos]

Re: Plasma or LCD? - The TV Thread

I realized that I might have to make custom stands if I keep the bookshelves and use them as rears. Which shouldn't be too hard and a fun project. Might try to haggle BB into selling me the actual rears for half price so I could put them on the wall.

[authentic]

Re: Plasma or LCD? - The TV Thread

I realized that I might have to make custom stands if I keep the bookshelves and use them as rears. Which shouldn't be too hard and a fun project. Might try to haggle BB into selling me the actual rears for half price so I could put them on the wall.

If you would've bought the rears with the towers and center you would've gotten them for free....


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