i agree with ghdprentice--you won't want to forgo the center channel. it sounds like you can't do a conventional setup of your fronts/center because of the screen, but it would be more helpful if you posted a photo of the room--conceivably they could go to wallmounts or in-ceilings. as for speaker brands, lots to choose from--once you settle on the speaker type, i would peruse accessories4less, which has vg prices on focal, kef, b&w, etc.
10 k speaker setup. 5.1
Hey Gang,
I am more of a two channel guy so I told my son in law I would reach out to the HT guys.
‘They recently purchased a home with a dedicated theater room. 25x15X8. Theater seating with elevated back row.
He just had a Sony Laser projector installed with 120” screen. He has an Anthem electronics so he is good there.
He lives in Madison,Wisconsin so may not have a lot to choose from locally.
The screen hangs pretty low because of a soffit in front of it. The Fronts cannot be setup in a normal two channel configuration because of screen size. I think ha can get away with a phantom center with some real good speakers.
The current surrounds are mounted on the wall and I am sure he will want to mount whatever he may buy.
They do enjoy their music but with the seating configuration both of front HT recliners are way off axis.
He has a 10k budget but they are both DR.s and if it goes a touch above it should not be an issue.
6-7 k fronts?
1500 surrounds?
1500 sub?
any input appreciated.
thanks,
Russ