I have Jamo s803 bookshelves and Polk Audio TL 1 satellite speakers. Now I need to set up my 5.1 in my room which is L shape though the TV section is 10*10. I am setting up the system for the first time with no prior experience. I need help in finding the compatible AVR, a subwoofer and a center channel to go with my speakers. My budget is around 1.5L for the three. My preference is 80% movies and 20% music. Also if there are any suggestions for dealers in Mumbai/Navi Mumbai would be great. Thanks!
Hi Onri,
As FM Vinoth said, the Denon 2700 should be a good fit if you are going to stay 5.1 for a few years at least.
How important is it to match the center speaker with L and R? Should I rather go for same series center as L and R (Jamo S 81 CEN)?
Yes, you would be better off sticking to the Jamo centre.
The Jamo signature to my ears (auditioned way back in July, so it is purely from memory) is unlike any other speaker I have listened to, with a good balance between trebly and bassy...
(I really don't know what they have done technically to get this, but it was unlike any other speaker I have listened to.)
So, if you are looking for a different brand for centre, I'd suggest you either try them with your current set up (difficult but not impossible in Mumbai) or look for things that are familiar to your ears, when you go out to audition centres (this too, generally is difficult, but not impossible)
Also, should 10 inch subwoofer be enough?
This is a bit difficult, honestly, when it comes to pressurising the space...
A good tenner would have really worked if the space is enclosed. But since it is an L, you might need to weigh a lot of options...
Could you share a diagram of the entire L, with speaker and TV placements, so it will be easier for more knowledgeable FMs to pitch in?
All said, you have great set up, but a good sub might stretch your budget a bit.
I's suggest you get the AVR and a good sub within the budget and keep the centre last.
Wishing you the best.