Check Out My HT Setup and XBOX Shrine

dgc · 11-20-02, 08:49 AM

Hey guys,

I recently got a free digital camera from the purchase of my new RPTV. So I snaped away and just contributed to a long running thread in the main DVD Talk forum.

Look under user name "dgc":

http://www.dvdtalk.com/forum/showthr...71#post3028871

Show us your gaming / HT setups.

kar10 · 11-20-02, 09:24 AM

Are they still hiring where you work at?

Draven · 11-20-02, 09:58 AM

Holy crap. NICE...

dgc · 11-20-02, 10:50 AM

Thanks guys. It's a labor of love...

Lastblade · 11-20-02, 11:06 AM

damn, it is VERY NICE!

I was just thinking to myself, when I have a nice house, I will set up a room (like yours)... Love the TV, love the posters, love your setup.

If only I have a house and an extra 10k

Congrats, can I be your gf??

jrutz · 11-20-02, 11:16 AM

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Originally posted by kar10
Are they still hiring where you work at?

I hope so...

Jeremy

zerotl · 11-20-02, 11:18 AM

Can anyone say xbox fanboy? Just kidding, nice setup man.... Love the posters, eXcept the travolta ones.

One question, what kind of TV is that??? And what's with the big digiclock at the bottom???

dgmayor · 11-20-02, 11:48 AM

Any chance I could move in? I'll sleep on the couch in the room

I can bring a PS2 and GC to the party!

CoolIce · 11-20-02, 12:02 PM

Very Nice.
I just can not wait until I move in to my new house early next year. I will have 1500 SQ. FT of basement for my HT setup.

Thunderball · 11-20-02, 12:08 PM

So, um, get me a job?

dgc · 11-20-02, 12:25 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by zerotl
Can anyone say xbox fanboy? Just kidding, nice setup man.... Love the posters, eXcept the travolta ones.

One question, what kind of TV is that??? And what's with the big digiclock at the bottom???

Thanks again everyone for the compliments and kind words.

I'll be the first to admit it, I am a bit of a fanboy (MS stock holder as well) but you'll never catch me bashing another system. My PS2 is in the den but lately (since xbox live) I haven't been playing it much.

My wife loves Travolta and so do I.

The TV is a SONY KP-57WV700 HD Ready RPTV

As for the clock, it's one of those RF atomic clocks. I had the clock before I got the RPTV but haven't hung it yet. I think it matches the TV nicely.

jeffdsmith · 11-20-02, 12:27 PM

That's pretty nice. I like the carpet. I have to ask though, being a speaker freak, what kind of speakers are those?

dgc · 11-20-02, 12:36 PM

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Originally posted by jeffdsmith
That's pretty nice. I like the carpet. I have to ask though, being a speaker freak, what kind of speakers are those?

Cambridge Soundworks, carried over from my Brooklyn apartment 5.1 setup. They are the weak link in my set up right now. I recently went to demo some B&Ws at the Innovation showroom in NYC. I've placed an order for the DM 603 S3s, 602 S3s, and LCR600S3. I will also be replacing my JBL PB12 sub for one of the powered SVS models.

jeffdsmith · 11-20-02, 12:51 PM

dgc, I'm glad that you identified them as your weak link.

I wasn't sure how to put it.

Have you ever considered building your own speakers? It's very rewarding if you have the time and resources. But the best part is you can produce sound setups that equal far greater ones for a fraction of the cost. Even better, you can brag you built them yourself when people are blown away.

Save Ferris · 11-20-02, 01:14 PM

Sounds very interesting... any links for how to build your own speakers?

Lastblade · 11-20-02, 01:15 PM

holy dgc, you live around nyc area? Dang, I live in Queens, I think I have to pay you a visit

dgc · 11-20-02, 01:35 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by jeffdsmith
dgc, I'm glad that you identified them as your weak link. I wasn't sure how to put it.

Have you ever considered building your own speakers? It's very rewarding if you have the time and resources. But the best part is you can produce sound setups that equal far greater ones for a fraction of the cost. Even better, you can brag you built them yourself when people are blown away.

Yeah, the CS speakers were a great 1st HT setup and will be moved to the Den.

My DIY carpentry skills are limited and I've got so many other household projects I need to tackle first (that's my wife speaking). Besides, I alread ordered the B&Ws which really sounded incredible. a great mid range, something I was definitly lacking. I may consider building my own sub though.

jeffdsmith · 11-20-02, 02:40 PM

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Originally posted by Save Ferris
Sounds very interesting... any links for how to build your own speakers?

There are a ton of resources on the web. Just search.

Off the top of my head I can point you to:

partsexpress.com - Has lots of products you'll need
hometheaterforum.com - You can get lots of tips and advice here

But like I said, there are ton of resources, lots of how-to's on the net. If you have limited ability check out speaker kits from partsexpress and elsewhere. There is a pair of reference speakers you can "build" for about 140 bucks. I have a friend that has them and they sound much along the line of 500-600 dollar speakers, no joke.

Hope that helps you start.

CaptDS9E · 11-20-02, 03:28 PM

Wow DGC its kind of scary. Except for the tv we have a lot of the same stuff. I have the same shelf unit for dvd's, the same dvd's, the games gmaes, same systems and so on. and same type of room :-)

capt

el_jer · 11-20-02, 04:09 PM

I finished my HT project a couple of months ago. I need some tasteful classic movie posters. If it were just me it would be Star Wars and Indiana Jones. I want to have a movie theme but not go overboard. Soooooo where can I find those posters at a reasonable price?

dgc · 11-20-02, 04:17 PM

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Originally posted by el_jer
I finished my HT project a couple of months ago. I need some tasteful classic movie posters. If it were just me it would be Star Wars and Indiana Jones. I want to have a movie theme but not go overboard. Soooooo where can I find those posters at a reasonable price?

Overall, the best place that I have found original/collectable movie paper is ebay. There are a few reputable dealers on ebay. Just make sure that they will refund your money if your not happy with the poster.

Of course, reprints can be had at a much cheaper price.

Depending on the style and condition, for original Star Wars or Indiana Jones posters, expect to pay between $75 - $200+

PhYbEr · 11-20-02, 04:22 PM

for reprints of these posters try allposters.com great prices and they ship them in perfect condition..

I just finished my HT about a month ago, I'll post some pics soon..

Dave Scarpa · 11-21-02, 09:20 AM

Where did you get those skinny Movie poster frames?

dgc · 11-21-02, 09:42 AM

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Originally posted by Dave Scarpa
Where did you get those skinny Movie poster frames?

http://www.hollywoodposterframes.com/

They are very nice frames and very nice people to deal with.

They are a bit pricey but worth it especially if you have some nice collectible movie paper:

http://www.hollywoodposterframes.com...investment.htm

They offer UV filtered non-glare plexi and use acid free backing materials. Musuem quality archiving at wholesale prices.

The non-glare is great so as not to reflect light back to my RPTV.

Hey Dave, add me to your friends list:

11-20-02, 08:49 AM	#1
dgc DVD Talk Platinum Edition Join Date: Feb 2000 Location: NJ Posts: 3,584	Check Out My HT Setup and XBOX Shrine Hey guys, I recently got a free digital camera from the purchase of my new RPTV. So I snaped away and just contributed to a long running thread in the main DVD Talk forum. Look under user name "dgc": http://www.dvdtalk.com/forum/showthr...71#post3028871 Show us your gaming / HT setups. __________________ Dave \| XBL: WetWork \| PSN: WetWorkPSN \| Wii: 7036 8700 3569 3382 LOTRO: Pilinedhel - Elf Hunter on Landroval Server

11-20-02, 09:24 AM	#2
kar10 DVD Talk Special Edition Join Date: Sep 2000 Location: Chicago, IL Posts: 1,937	Nice...... Are they still hiring where you work at? __________________ --Don't Confuse Luck With Skill--

11-20-02, 09:58 AM	#3
Draven DVD Talk Legend Join Date: Feb 2000 Location: Rosemount, MN Posts: 15,206	Holy crap. NICE... __________________ XBL GamerTag: Draven Sinclair PSN: DravenSinclair Game Center: Draven-X

11-20-02, 10:50 AM	#4
dgc DVD Talk Platinum Edition Join Date: Feb 2000 Location: NJ Posts: 3,584	Thanks guys. It's a labor of love... __________________ Dave \| XBL: WetWork \| PSN: WetWorkPSN \| Wii: 7036 8700 3569 3382 LOTRO: Pilinedhel - Elf Hunter on Landroval Server

11-20-02, 11:06 AM	#5
Lastblade DVD Talk Gold Edition Join Date: May 2002 Posts: 2,472	damn, it is VERY NICE! I was just thinking to myself, when I have a nice house, I will set up a room (like yours)... Love the TV, love the posters, love your setup. If only I have a house and an extra 10k Congrats, can I be your gf?? Last edited by Lastblade; 11-20-02 at 11:09 AM.

11-20-02, 11:18 AM	#7
zerotl Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2001 Location: San Francisco, CA Posts: 639	Can anyone say xbox fanboy? Just kidding, nice setup man.... Love the posters, eXcept the travolta ones. One question, what kind of TV is that??? And what's with the big digiclock at the bottom???

11-20-02, 11:48 AM	#8
dgmayor DVD Talk Special Edition Join Date: May 2001 Location: Cary, NC Posts: 1,983	Any chance I could move in? I'll sleep on the couch in the room I can bring a PS2 and GC to the party!

11-20-02, 12:02 PM	#9
CoolIce Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2000 Location: Aurora, CO USA Posts: 298	Very Nice. I just can not wait until I move in to my new house early next year. I will have 1500 SQ. FT of basement for my HT setup.

11-20-02, 12:08 PM	#10
Thunderball DVD Talk Legend Join Date: Sep 2000 Location: In a place without the cursed couch Posts: 20,584	So, um, get me a job? __________________ If people had followed my guidelines their wouldn't be any fluff. It was supposed to be just lists and no discussions, but I guess I was expecting too much for DVD Talkers. -Josh Hinkle

11-20-02, 12:27 PM	#12
jeffdsmith DVD Talk Platinum Edition Join Date: Feb 2001 Posts: 3,184	That's pretty nice. I like the carpet. I have to ask though, being a speaker freak, what kind of speakers are those? __________________ Badgers!? Badgers!? We don't need no stinkin' badgers!.

11-20-02, 12:51 PM	#14
jeffdsmith DVD Talk Platinum Edition Join Date: Feb 2001 Posts: 3,184	dgc, I'm glad that you identified them as your weak link. I wasn't sure how to put it. Have you ever considered building your own speakers? It's very rewarding if you have the time and resources. But the best part is you can produce sound setups that equal far greater ones for a fraction of the cost. Even better, you can brag you built them yourself when people are blown away. __________________ Badgers!? Badgers!? We don't need no stinkin' badgers!.

11-20-02, 01:14 PM	#15
Save Ferris DVD Talk Legend Join Date: Nov 2001 Posts: 12,677	Sounds very interesting... any links for how to build your own speakers? __________________ This weeks horoscope: “You’ll spend your remaining years hooked up to a machine, which is sad, as it’s the kind that checks e-mail and sends out texts.”

11-20-02, 01:15 PM	#16
Lastblade DVD Talk Gold Edition Join Date: May 2002 Posts: 2,472	holy dgc, you live around nyc area? Dang, I live in Queens, I think I have to pay you a visit

11-20-02, 03:28 PM	#19
CaptDS9E DVD Talk Special Edition Join Date: Sep 1999 Posts: 1,507	Wow DGC its kind of scary. Except for the tv we have a lot of the same stuff. I have the same shelf unit for dvd's, the same dvd's, the games gmaes, same systems and so on. and same type of room :-) capt

11-20-02, 04:09 PM	#20
el_jer Needs to contact an admin about multiple accounts Join Date: Dec 2000 Posts: 310	I finished my HT project a couple of months ago. I need some tasteful classic movie posters. If it were just me it would be Star Wars and Indiana Jones. I want to have a movie theme but not go overboard. Soooooo where can I find those posters at a reasonable price?

11-20-02, 04:22 PM	#22
PhYbEr Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2000 Location: The chair at the top of the stairs.. Posts: 855	for reprints of these posters try allposters.com great prices and they ship them in perfect condition.. I just finished my HT about a month ago, I'll post some pics soon..

11-21-02, 09:20 AM	#23
Dave Scarpa Suspended Join Date: Dec 2001 Posts: 302	Where did you get those skinny Movie poster frames?