Systems comparable to Onkyo HTS-770

[rhainda]

Hello All,

I am looking to buy a HTIB in the less than 450$ range. I was wondering if someone has opinions about the Onkyo HTS 770. Also what would be comparable systems from other manufacturers and how they compare to the Onkyo HTS 770.

TIA.

[JSE]

If you are set on a HTIB then Onkyo and Yamaha are probably your best options. Just get the best system you can afford within those lines. Also, if you have not done so yet, check out Onkyo and Yamaha's websites for refurbished deals. They usually have some really good deals if you don't mind buying refurbished products. I think they both offer warranties on their refurbs.

JSE

[GMichael]

If you are set on a HTIB then Onkyo and Yamaha are probably your best options. Just get the best system you can afford within those lines. Also, if you have not done so yet, check out Onkyo and Yamaha's websites for refurbished deals. They usually have some really good deals if you don't mind buying refurbished products. I think they both offer warranties on their refurbs.

JSE

DITTO

[rhainda]

Thanks for your replies, JSE and GMichael. I am not hell-bent on buying a HTIB but I dont think I know enough about HT systems or have the time to research each component individually. I am looking to get a system within $500 and this looks like the best way to go.

I cam across some wireless HTIBs. Any comments on these systems? Has the technology matured enough to prevent sound degradation?

Thanks.

[JSE]

Thanks for your replies, JSE and GMichael. I am not hell-bent on buying a HTIB but I dont think I know enough about HT systems or have the time to research each component individually. I am looking to get a system within $500 and this looks like the best way to go.

I cam across some wireless HTIBs. Any comments on these systems? Has the technology matured enough to prevent sound degradation?

Thanks.

I have never heard a wireless system but the few reviews/comments I have seen have been sketchy.

Stick with speaker wire. It's proven.

JSE

[GMichael]

Thanks for your replies, JSE and GMichael. I am not hell-bent on buying a HTIB but I dont think I know enough about HT systems or have the time to research each component individually. I am looking to get a system within $500 and this looks like the best way to go.

I cam across some wireless HTIBs. Any comments on these systems? Has the technology matured enough to prevent sound degradation?

Thanks.

I have the Yamaha YHT-755 as my bedroom system. The room is 16' 3" by 12' and it sounds very good to me. I know this is a little above your budget but maybe you can get a good deal on it, or one close, as it's an older model now.

The wireless systems can be nice if there is no interference where you are. But I'd go with real wire anyhow. Someday, they may put a cell tower up around the corner from you, like they have near me. I have trouble with normal FM reception now.

[rhainda]

I came across the onkyo HTS780 which is a 7.1 system. How much difference does the 6.1 to 7.1 make? the price difference between the 770 and 780 is about 70$ but the 780 comes with a pair of basic speaker stands.

Thanks