need help deciding - Denon S-301/S-101, Sony DAV-X1, Bose 321 GS
Hi, I need help deciding on a home set-up. I have an old crappy Panasonic DVD and 5-speaker surround sound HTS (it doesn't even have component video output) and want something better. My old trustworthy audio system is just too big for my current space, and my husband *strongly* prefers minimal clutter, so we are looking at three (simulated) surround systems:
Denon S-301 (or the S-101)
Sony DAV-X1
Bose 321 GS
I don't like the fact that we have not been able to audition the systems to my satisfaction, so I'm hoping someone out there has some useful input :) Also, please don't scold me for considering the sim-surrounds, I fully understand the virtues of 5-speaker surround... And, please don't scold me for having a Bose system on the list, I promised my husband I would give it a fair listen (he thinks it sounds great...).
1. The Denon S-301 and S-101 systems are a bit pricey - are they worth it? Is the higher price based on sound quality, or bells and whistles (i.e. iPod and USB connectivity on the front, etc.)?
2. How is the Sony DAV-X1? I haven't been able to hear it in a suitable environment with a decent soundtrack to calibrate by.
3. Can we use a Logietch Harmony 880 Universal Remote to control the Bose 321 GS?
We definitely want good sound without rear speakers (our room isn't amenable to rear speakers on wall or floor, sigh), so that is why we are looking at these L+R+"sub" systems.
Any useful input on these specific systems individually and/or how they compare side-by-side would be much appreciated.
Thanks in advance!
equal (better ?) alternative.
you might also want to consider Niro systems. they have been reviewed pretty highly and require less wiring.
http://www.niro1.com/
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Originally Posted by sugarbaare
Hi, I need help deciding on a home set-up. I have an old crappy Panasonic DVD and 5-speaker surround sound HTS (it doesn't even have component video output) and want something better. My old trustworthy audio system is just too big for my current space, and my husband *strongly* prefers minimal clutter, so we are looking at three (simulated) surround systems:
Denon S-301 (or the S-101)
Sony DAV-X1
Bose 321 GS
Thanks in advance!