First home theater system

[rmb938]

I finally got my own apartment and want to create a awesome theater system.

 

I would like to get a projector instead of a TV and a 5.1 sound system (possibly 5.2 if Dolby atmos/ DTS: X is worth investing in). My current living room can't fit a 7.1 setup and I don't think I will be getting a room big enough anytime soon.

 

My budget at most is around $2000 however I am willing to save up a bit more if that will give me something better.

 

I have looked at the following audio systems:

Yamaha YHT-4920UBL

Onkyo HT-S7700

 

Should I be buying a whole system? Or is it better to get everything separate? Also is Dolby Atmos/DTS: X something I should be looking for? How should I go about hiding wires? I have wood floors so it is not like I can hide them under carpet.

 

I have also looked at the Epson Home Cinema 2040 projector, I don't think I will be using the 3D feature much if at all but it seems like a decent projector.

 

A Blu-ray player is not high priority right now but I will be wanting one in the future. Any recommendations?

[21rkosta]

this all together is about 2000$ 

Projector- https://www.amazon.com/BenQ-HT2050-1080p-Theater-Projector/dp/B016JYOQ3W/ref=sr_1_fkmr0_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1466127223&sr=8-1-fkmr0&keywords=benz+ht2050

 

blue ray player- https://www.amazon.com/LG-Electronics-BP255-Blu-Ray-Player/dp/B00TIAXS6G?ie=UTF8&linkCode=as2&ref_=as_at&tag=geapat-20

 

projector screen- https://www.amazon.com/Elite-Screens-Manual-100-inch-Diagonal/dp/B008XGTXWE/ref=sr_1_6?s=electronics&ie=UTF8&qid=1466127351&sr=1-6&keywords=projector+screen&refinements=p_36%3A1253505011

 

projector mount- https://www.amazon.com/Cheetah-APMEB-Universal-Projector-Adjustable/dp/B00892RUTA/ref=sr_1_4?s=electronics&ie=UTF8&qid=1466127425&sr=1-4&keywords=projector+mount

 

speakers- https://www.amazon.com/Definitive-Technology-ProCinema-Theater-Speaker/dp/B000TDENA6?ie=UTF8&ascsubtag=c5b805c1acbc2ce58b8e725ffbca367fbadf4184&rawdata=[r|https%3A%2F%2Fwww.google.com%2F[t|mod-button[p|1499066014[a|B000TDENA6[au|5716553178370339807[b|lifehacker&tag=lifehackeramzn-20

 

speaker reciever- https://www.amazon.com/Onkyo-TX-NR636-7-2-Ch-Network-Receiver/dp/B00IQ0SE22?ie=UTF8&linkCode=as2&ref_=as_at&tag=geapat-20

 

nice universal remote- https://www.amazon.com/Logitech-Harmony-Control-Smartphone-Simple/dp/B00BQ5RYI4?ie=UTF8&linkCode=as2&ref_=as_at&tag=geapat-20

[rmb938]

Well I wasn't planing on mounting the projector since I have no way of running cables through the ceiling. I was going to put it on the side of the couch and keystone it. I did this with a older projector a year ago and it seemed to work fine.The Benq one you linked doesn't have horizontal keystoning.

[johnt]

Surround sound can be hard and expensive to get right. Separates are always better, but certainly not after a certain point. I started out with a small receiver and two high end speakers. Then I added on overtime to 5 speakers, then 6 (single rear), then a bigger/better receiver, and then a projector.

 

The Denon x3200w is a sweet receiver to start with, even though it's not simple by any means. It will help progress you forward. Also, look around for sales. I bought mine for $500 just recently.

 

Second, I recommend two MT110 speakers from Power Sound Audio. I'm s huge fanboy and they are bad ass speakers. Eventually you should add a subwoofer, but start with speakers. 

 

And third... While a projector is s great idea, the Epson 2000 series is pure garbage. It's about one step above entry level. A set it and forget it approach. If you're stuck on it, go with a refurbished 2030 instead from Amazon. You will save money when you realize it isn't s very good projector at all. I recommend the Epson 3020 at a minimum.

 

You also need a screen. Don't pretend you can just use a wall. It's very soft when using walls. I ordered a pre made material from Elite Screens through Amazon, and I built a small frame out of wood and stretched the material over. It cost me around $125 in total. I could have done it for a lot cheaper though. 

 

But really I would start with a tv. You cannot watch with a projector during the day unless your entire room is close to dark. Any lights and the contrast goes out the door, unless you step it up to the Epson 5030. A tv is a good middle ground until you can save for more gear. 

[rmb938]

Thanks for the information John!

 

As I upgrade the system should I stay with the same brand?

 

Also would you have a recommendation on a TV to get instead?