$800 COMPLETE DOLBY ATMOS SETUP? | KlipschTheater Pack | R-41M | Sony STR-DH790

[@alexfernandez7529]

I have owned the Sony STR-DH790 for over a year. Best feature I love is being able to play my music via Bluetooth. So far, I have a 3.2 Surround setup. 2 Sony SS-F7000, 4 way tower speakers for left and right. 1 Sony SSCS8 for center Channel, 1 Klipsch R-10SW sub and I just picked up a Klipsch R-12SW at Costco for less than $180. I haven’t added any rear or ceiling speakers yet. Very happy with my setup!

[@abdullah84]

Hi, would you recommend this receiver..I am interested in sound quality and power??

[@xust]

@@abdullah84 both struggling huh 😣

[@PoserGalore]

Why does this guy only have 200+ subscribers? The content he puts out is worth more!

[@ealanosborne]

That’s what I’m hoping for! Tell your friends! Tell the world! 😄

[@InSaiyanShinobi]

Bro facts I be thinking the same shit certain youtubers really don’t get credit they should get

[@stitchg6060]

I think ur content is great but like you said the style in which the info is being presented is not for everyone. Keep up the good work!

[@sergiocarrillo9843]

Just found this receiver at my local goodwill for $98.00! Grabbed it immediately, seemed odd to have something so new there but all ports work with no issue, just no remote or calibration mic. I programed my harmony remote for the receiver and it is working well. Will integrate atmos speakers soon, but just wanted to say how nice this receiver is. Sound is very clear.

[@ealanosborne]

Oh man, what a great find! Good job! 🤘

[@Route66Snacks]

I own two of these recievers and I strongly suggest you contact the manufacturer to get a replacement remote for this model for calibration. I don't use the mic but the very basic on screen menu is complimented strongly by the display menu of the reciever itself and navigating is much easier with remote. Make sure you enable the hdmi as your input to enable full bandwidth to your channels or you won't be getting the real sound this unit can produce. Good luck

[@MrOtip66]

Dude so glad a saw this video I was hesitant on pulling the plug on the $899 deal, had it in my cart several times and never got around to complete the transaction. Then saw them for $799 and decided to to buy them and match them with my Sony STR DH790 I bought 3 months prior. So I replaced my 6.1 Bose Accustimass with these Klipsch and boy I’m glad I did. These are amazing and go perfect with the Klipsch R-12 Subwoofer, that I got on sale for $149 at Costo as well. Loved it so much I ordered a 2nd subwoofer, cause today was the last day the are on sale. Glad I listened to you. Worth every penny.

[@ealanosborne]

I continue to see comments like this since that killer sale just ended, and it brings such a big ol’ smile to my face! 😀🙌

[@Pianist7137Gaming]

0:15 "dolby atmos" /proceeds to buy a 'dolby atmos' soundbar what you get: Dolby Almost

[@ealanosborne]

HA! 😄

[@ghostreap]

How ironic! I just went with this same setup except I picked up the Yamaha TSR-700 (RX-V6A) from Costco as well for $399. Atmos and HDMI 2.1 pass through compatible, for a bit of future proofing. Awesome video!

[@ealanosborne]

Dang! Definitely future proofing with that 8K support! 🙌😎

[@Threedaysextension]

Is this better receiver than the one you recommended in the video? I might get one of this since it's $70 off at costco.

[@ealanosborne]

@@Threedaysextension Yeah, that Yamaha is really nice! Depends on who you ask if it’s actually BETTER than the Sony, but if it’s on sale, get it! I’ve heard great things about the RX-V6A!

[@riverwarts9084]

@@ealanosborne an interesting note about the Yamaha since I just picked one up last week at Costco. It's listed as a 7.1 receiver, buuuut has 2 subwoofer inputs on the back so then it would be 7.2 right? I was super stoked to see the dual sub plugs so I picked up two of the Klipsch R120 woofers for only 300 bucks total!!! Thanks to you I'm now confidentially upgrading my system piece by piece for the poor man's 7.2.2 Atmos setup!!

[@O_Shag_Hennessy]

I have this very receiver paired with two Sony subs and some speakers I've acquired over the years, it's pretty great!

[@alexhawkins7133]

How to you add a 2nd sub? The user interface only lets me configure 1.

[@iSleepDoc]

Are you looping the subs?

[@alexhawkins7133]

@@iSleepDoc I don't know what that means. I have both hooked up now, but the software setup only configures 1. The power is going to both though.

[@bringmeyourweak]

This video is one of my favorites that Ealan has done - I have linked it to many friends and clients because it's a very straight forward , removes the "investment" theory and shows detail of a simplified set-up. Thanks Ealan. ( The Sony STR DH790 is currently $460.00 )

[@ealanosborne]

Thanks for sharing the love! It does much more than just liking it. 😁🤘

[@tektight]

I got this exact set up per your recommendation. One of the satellites acquired a buzzing sound after a week when it hit a certain frequency. Wrote to Klipsch and they said "the Sony STR-DH790 outputs 145W per channel at 6 ohms, which translates to roughly 108W per channel when driving an 8 ohm speaker. The satellites in the Reference Theater Pack are only rated at 50W continuous, so they are being overdriven by a significant amount. We generally recommend staying within + or - 20% of the rated power handling, so a max of 60W on these in particular." Thankfully they are sending me another satellite for free but they also told me not to crank my sound too loud which I don't anyway but would be nice to know in future. Buyer beware.

[@walethe2ndpeeps355]

So do you still have any buzzing and if not, how did u fix it ?

[@justinmlc]

I did the same with a monoprice 5.1.2 set on sale at $170. Unfortunately couldn't find the STR-DH790 under $400 anywhere. I haven't felt any need for a second sub yet, but this video definitely made me think about it. It's insane how much bang for the buck I get out of this super budget price setup.

[@trickflip1]

The DH790 is $400 at Best Buy right now

[@stevetech1949]

If you don't mind buying used, I'm seeing these sold on eBay in the low 200's.

[@cliftojo]

Bought the Klipsch theater pack from costco for $329 :)

[@princepereppaden7405]

Is it wireless?

[@lucasornelas6113]

@@princepereppaden7405 no the subwoofer is only

[@RAG3Xbox]

the first 45 seconds depicts me very, very accurately lmao 😂

[@mathewfleming7294]

Yes

[@roboteen]

Yes

[@skywarp8611]

In everything lmao!

[@rmatthews007]

Thanks for the video! It helped me immensely! Costco has the Klipsch theater system on sale now (January 2021) for $299; I went with the Sony STR-DN1080 receiver and I'm waiting for my cable and banana clip order to arrive from Amazon. I have two Bose 161 speakers I'm going to use for the height output. I purchased those several years ago at a thrift store; never used them but now I can. I'm looking forward to enjoying this system soon!

[@ealanosborne]

I actually recommend the DN-1080 anyway, if your budget allows it, so good for you! I hope you're blown away as much as I was by the Theater Pack's subwoofer. So exciting for you!

[@Falcon408]

Hey Rich, how did your theater system sound?

[@sebastian7539]

The editing in these videos is phenomenal! How does this guy not have more subscribers??

[@karan5305]

Exactly 😅

[@goodnes99]

Yeah, the introduction that was good even I forgot the topic and I got bored and I didn't last till the end.

[@prithwin]

I now Have phenomenal sound thanks to you, I pretty much got every bit of discount that you talked about in the video, with speaker wires + tools everything included this cost me a little over $750 over the holidays, I have to say for the space I have, speakers completely fill the space up with sound, and it's so loud and powerful that I often wonder why my neighbors aren't complaining. A few things buyers should be aware of is that the sony str-dh790 can't be controlled via an app or anything, in fact it can't be connected to the internet for software updates etc, and a lot of configuration is buried deep inside the AMP menu on the receiver so it's a bit difficult to get to and configure properly, in hindsight I would have gone with a DN1080, which pretty much covers the gap, but I have figured out and learned a lot about this stuff that I don't need that upgrade anymore. Also, the Journey to Atmos Audio is not easy, it takes some time to understand what's going on. So be patient and stick to it.

[@ealanosborne]

That’s fantastic news!!! Congrats on your new LOUD home theater setup! 😄 But most importantly, thank you for your feedback on the Sony. I will definitely take that into account if I reference it in the future. 👍

[@ChristopherKou]

I pieced together a 7.1.4 Atmos system for less than $1000 using used amps and cheaper in-walls, which do the job fine. It takes some time looking out for good deals from reputable sellers on eBay, but it can be done!

[@ealanosborne]

True! If you’re price watching like a hawk, it can be done! Great job! And thanks for watching!

[@FURognar]

Thats how you do it

[@TroyGreen717]

Thank you so much for this video. Been going over how to affordably figure out a Atmos surround sound system and this perfectly solved my problem. Now to just wait on that receiver to go back down in price...

[@DaNiElBoYd100]

I've been slowly piecing together a true Dolby Atmos system to replace the soundbar I've been using. I got a set of Onkyo speakers from a thrift store that was intended to be a starter as one speaker was missing from the set. Last week though I came across the Klipsch Reference Theater pack from this video at a local place called Trade-It still factory sealed in the box for $200 and decided to go with these instead. Now I need to buckle down and find the bookshelf speakers for my front left and right channel and finally find a receiver (between Covid and bills getting a decent receiver has alluded me thus far).

[@ealanosborne]

Oof. Yeah, budget AVRs are hard to come by right now, with no light at the end of the tunnel that I can see. If you have a Costco membership (or a friend who does), they keep getting stocked with budget receivers for a short period of time, then they’re gone. Then they get them back in stock again, etc. Currently (just checked their website), the Yamaha TSR 700 is back again for only $439. 🤷‍♂️ Good for you, doing all that bargain hunting, though! 🤘 Keep at it!

[@Demonoid1990]

I'm planning on getting the Klipsch 5.1 reference theater pack along with the Pioneer VSX 835 here before long. I was looking at the Logitech G906 surround sound, but wanted something a little better for my HTPC setup. This seems like the most cost effective solution. I'd love to go with a higher end setup, but I live in an apartment complex. The neighbors already complain a bit about my roommates stereo setup in his room lol.

[@ealanosborne]

I agree with your decision making. 😎🙌

[@daidaiding]

No idea why you don’t get more views... this is so good!

[@ealanosborne]

Thanks, man. It’s comments like these that help keep that drive alive. 🙌 Thanks for watching!

[@4midable4ce]

@@ealanosborne Hey man, LOVE your videos. I just picked up the Klipsch reference pack at Costco for tree fiddy myself. Can't wait to set them up. I see you're recommending the Sony STR-DH790 7.2 receiver for them. Would the Sony STRDH590 5.2 receiver be good for them as well?

[@ealanosborne]

@@4midable4ce oh for sure. If you don’t care to go full Atmos and you just want a solid 5.2 system, that’s a good receiver too. The Denon s650H is good too, but more expensive. Pick your poison 😄

[@4midable4ce]

@@ealanosborne Ahh, I understand. Do you know if those bookshelf speakers you recommended are mountable, or will I need a different pair if I want to mount them on the wall or the ceiling?

[@ealanosborne]

@@4midable4ce Yep! The bookshelf speakers are 7 pounds, so as long as you get mounts that are able to handle about 10 lbs or so, you're golden

[@player--zero]

I'm from the UK and set up a Dolby Atmos system for less than £700 got a couple of videos on my channel but nothing in detail yet. Still adding a couple of finishing touches before I'm ready to show her off in all her glory.haha

[@louis2099]

What receiver and speaker set up have you used?

[@player--zero]

@@louis2099 Sony str-dh790 and Auna linie 300 5.1 speakers and a separate set of overheads. Never heard of the company that makes the speakers auna before. apparently they are a German company but they are actually pretty nice speakers and sound way more expensive than they actually are. Tried to search for some reviews on KZbin but they are all in German or Italian n stuff. Can't find anyone reviewing them in English so might have to do that myself.

[@louis2099]

@@player--zero sounds great. I'll keep an eye out ✌

[@nihvl]

This video helped me more than the 100s of other videos I had to watch to figure out an affordable 5.1.2 Dolby atmos setup. But I’m confused on one thing why did you buy an additional bookshelf speaker instead of a ceiling speaker? And which is the atmos ceiling speaker in this set up? That part confused me a bit hope I’ll get an answer soon.

[@ealanosborne]

Sweet! Glad I could help! And I chose to get an additional pair of bookshelf speakers for your front Left and Right speakers so that you have a slightly better pair for both your front soundstage while watching movies/TV, and when listening to music. Then just use 2 of the satellites from the 5.1 reference pack as your height speakers. Hope that makes more sense! 👍

[@Snoopy101a]

Definitely keeping my eyes out for Klipsch when we eventually get to our next house. I currently have STR-DH740 that I have hooked up to my computer with two shelf speakers.

[@viperal5832]

Can you use the app iOS to control the receiver? Thanks

[@Snoopy101a]

@@viperal5832 Don't know. I have android and windows PC

[@TheNpcNoob]

Thank you so much, I’ll be trying this out my self when I get back to the uk (stuck abroad due to covid) will a LG cx 55/65inch.

[@Ken-vl4wk]

For a little over $1000, I have gotten a Pioneer Elite Receiver, 2 Andrew Jones floor standing speakers, 4 surround speakers and 1 central speaker + 1 Elite Subwoofer.

[@JJG22speakers]

I think Dolby Atmos is one of the coolest things on earth

[@cal88usa]

I just ordered the Klipsch Reference Theater Pack from Costco for $299 and the klipsch book shelf speaker for $89.99 The told was $427.00.

[@ealanosborne]

NIIIIIICE!!!

[@4midable4ce]

@@ealanosborne Hey man, love your work! I got this speaker package as well and just got a denon receiver to go with it. Now I need some speaker wire, right? What's the best kind to use?

[@ealanosborne]

@@4midable4ce 14 gauge copper wire. Monoprice is a good brand. Mediabridge is another. I personally got this, but I don't know if you need 200 feet, haha! They have more options, though: www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0193RROMW/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&th=1

[@4midable4ce]

@@ealanosborne Okay, I'll definitely look into that. Thank you!

[@Doboi85]

Thanks for the great idea! I'm thinking about buying two sets of the reference theater pack and using that extra subwoofer for a 7.2.2. Left over speakers would probably be sold or used elsewhere.

[@ealanosborne]

Sounds awesome! Do you already have a 9 channel receiver, since you’re going for 7.2.2? I wish I could have a more enveloping 7.1.2 setup, but it just doesn’t work in my living room since I have big ol’ windows on one side, so I settled for a 5.1.4 arrangement since I have a 9 channel Onkyo receiver. Lemme know what you end up doing! 🙌

[@danrussell3509]

Bought a Klipsch reference package with a Klipsch 12 inch sub woofer out the door for $925.00 at Costco! Bought a Sony STR-1080 AVR at Best Buy for $550.00 then bought a Sony Blu-Ray at Wal-Mart for $225.00 then went back to Costco and purchased a 65" LG Oled TV for $2025.00 out the door . Total $2809.25 . Best investment I have made for an awesome Home Theater ! 4K UHD with Dolby Atmos never looked or sounded this good for that price !

[@ealanosborne]

Wow! Fantastic bargain hunting! 🤘

[@danrussell3509]

@@ealanosborne I thought it was a good deal . Thanks !

[@Adalric30]

Had to throw a like just for the integrated and utilised bloopers. Keep it up, love your content, sir.

[@ealanosborne]

Thanks! 😄🙌

[@Spudmechanic]

You can get in even cheaper if you pair the DH-790 with some used speakers off craigslist or marketplace. You can get some really good deals if you're willing to do a bit of research. Wouldn't be unreasonable to get down below 500

[@ealanosborne]

Exactly. If that’s your style, go for it. Speakers are speakers. They just need a positive and negative signal to move. Nothing fancy about that. So used ones will most likely still be good, unless the previous owners blew them out. 👍

[@at4237]

I recommend watching Transformers Age Of Extinction at 2:22:00 on this set. It blew my mind.

[@david_does_life]

Once possible I will to have to cross the border and get these speakers...here in Canada the Klipsch 5.1 speakers are 900$! I already have the Sony receiver

[@nickchevrier4134]

Got new open box on ebay for 396 cad all in! Found a new reciever on fb marketplace for 402 all in too. Extra speakers were 163 too. Amazon speaker wire for 109!

[@kakusei3672]

Great video thanks for the idea. Although I think the center channel will be lacking with the bookshelfs.

[@matrix819]

The home stereo system and book shelf speakers just went on sale on the Costco website.

[@wooskie29]

I think you have single handedly sold a lot of klipsch theater packs. They need to send you a check. 👍

[@ealanosborne]

Damn straight! 😄 At least send me something to review or sponsor my next Klipsch-themed video! 🙌 One of these days...

[@MrNiceKnife]

Just got a 3.1.2 vizio bar for a smaller room, after tax it was $650. Honestly I’d rather have the traditional speaker/ receiver setup. The sound from the bar is great but lacking in fidelity and bass, and directionality. Great vid man, you deserve way more subs.

[@ealanosborne]

“Just got,” as in you can still return it? 😄 Just kidding. Yeah, that’s why I wanted to make this vid, since I’m a diehard traditional speaker/receiver setup kind of person. Soundbars have come a long way, though, for sure. Hope you can get the setup you deserve real soon! And thanks for the compliment! Tell your friends to subscribe! 😄🙌

[@MrNiceKnife]

@@ealanosborne honestly I have until the 16th of January to return it lol, just might actually.

[@MrNiceKnife]

Ok, I ended up seeing the receiver for 286.99, at Best Buy as a returned item, hopefully it’s a good one, got the matching Sony “core” series floor stands, center, bookshelf for rear, and their “atmos enabled” height channels, all for 1/2 price @$550 (the Klipsch are probably better but I’m not a Costco member) Definitely think I’ll have a better experience than the sound bar though lol 😁

[@ealanosborne]

@@MrNiceKnife damn, dude! Bargain hunter extraordinaire! I’m sure you’ll love this setup way better than a soundbar. How exciting!

[@eddie2613]

Local audio store selling Klipsch R-41M pair for $350, Sony STR-DH790 for $450 and I did not even bother to check the theater kit because why bother at this point. Thanks for the video though.

[@perseusOKC]

So. I just did everything u said in this vid. Got my ref pack today. Tomorrow the sony and Wednesday the shelf klipsch. I hope it is an upgrade from my 5.1 setup, dennon 1513 with boston speakers. Im very excited to hook this all up. The 2 subs i have now a 12 inch acoustic with the new 8 inch klisch sub should be huge. I subscribed

[@troyd.521]

@ealanosborne I just ran across this video and your page. I’ve gotta say, I’m a new fan and subscriber! That being said, I was pretty excited to see this video as it was just what I was looking for. The. I realized as with everything else these days, the prices have risen significantly…. 🤦🏻‍♂️. Also, do you have an updated video similar to this one with newer equipment since this is 2 years old?

[@ealanosborne]

It seems like the items in the video are mostly still budget friendly? The Sony STR-DH790 is still consistently one of the cheapest 7 channel AVRs on the market (Amazon - $389). The Klipsch Reference 5.1 system can be found on Amazon for $265. And a pair of Klipsch R-41m bookshelf speakers are currently $129 also on Amazon. Unless…you’re not in the U.S.? I know international prices are higher… 😬

[@troyd.521]

@@ealanosborne OK thank you, I wasn’t checking Amazon for the prices so that may have been part of the issue. Is Amazon a trustworthy place to order these items? Are there authorized sellers in case I run into issues and need to use the factory warranty? Thanks for the info!

[@ealanosborne]

@@troyd.521 There's always a risk involved when ordering through Amazon, but the only time I've run into any issues with audio or video related items is when I got a 4K Blu-ray disc that was all scratched up. But everything else I've had a great experience, pretty much.

[@troyd.521]

@@ealanosborne ok thanks!

[@littlebigmarc]

Bought all these Thanks man. About to set up all these on Friday. Got rid of my nakamichi 9.2 after I saw this video. Used the money to buy everything lol. I replaced the Sony with the latest yamaha 8k 7.2 receiver since I got a ps5

[@ealanosborne]

Whaaaaat?! Way to upgrade to the 8K Yamaha, boyyyy! Stoked for you.

[@littlebigmarc]

Yeah I did it. Got everything set up. I can only run volume at 50% just how amazing and loud they sound. That sub is too much lol. I want a second one. Appreciate your video man. I sub for putting this up for us.

[@ealanosborne]

@@littlebigmarc Ah, man this makes me so excited for you. And no doubt...I don’t need to run mine at max volume either. So cool!

[@Jlouis500]

That intro was amazing

[@hunter3.141]

Just got the 5.1 Klipsch for $250, R41M for $85, and a Yamaha TSR-5810 for $200. With wire and stands it costs about $550! Couldn't be happier basically the same setup as this video

[@ealanosborne]

Hot damn! That’s some excellent bargain hunting right there. 🙌💯

[@MykLim]

Are they brand new? Or 2nd hand??

[@MykLim]

@@ealanosbornesir... is the yamaha tsr 5810 a good receiver??

[@synegra83]

Just ordered that Sony receiver gonna pair it with the Jamo s 803 system + jamo atmos. Still undivided about the but is probably going to be the klipsch from cotsco when it goes down to $150

[@ealanosborne]

Excellent! 🙌

[@chrisrosenkreuz23]

awesome guide. can't you set the zone 2 from the amp as height speakers for atmos? using an external amp ofc

[@ealanosborne]

No, unfortunately. It processes that Zone 2 separately from the main zone. 7 channel AVRs used to have a full set of pre outs to be externally amped, but that was before Atmos became a thing. Dang.

[@chrisrosenkreuz23]

@@ealanosborne thats cool ta

[@waderattray9210]

I tried looking into this but those speakers cost over 1800 in Australian

[@KyleKick909]

I just bought the Klipsch theater pack that comes with the R-625FA Dolby Atmos floor towers. I almost bought a set of KLH Kendall speakers but the Klipsch deal was too good to pass up and I will have a matching system for the first time ever. Right now I have Cerwin Vega fronts, Yamaha center, Klipsch rear, and 2 Klipsch subwoofers. The only downside is I have to go buy a new receiver now. I'm going to replace my Sony STR-DH550 with the STR-DH1080.

[@KyleKick909]

I paid $900 for the Klipsch theater pack and just one speaker in that pack the R-625FA retails for $689. I think if you bought the full set at retail it would cost around $1900.

[@ealanosborne]

@@KyleKick909 No joke, I’m making a “sequel” video on how to get a killer setup for $1,500, and it includes that Dolby Atmos 5.0.2 system from Costco! 😄It’s such a ridiculous deal!

[@malcombhardy]

The issue is the Sony reciever which doesnt have enough amplification for the klipsch set. With only 90 watts per channel into 6 ohms (20-20,000 Hz) at 0.09% THD, with 2 channels driven is not enought. Klipsch standing speaker requires 8 ohms. you'll need a 4 channel amp with RCA's and a 100w per channel reciever with pre outs.

[@briancampbell532]

Thanks for making this video. I was about to buy a 5.1 soundbar system and stumbled on this video showing the path to an affordable discrete system and I am going that route now. Great edits and humor. Enjoy your content!!!

[@ealanosborne]

Thank you so much!

[@briancampbell532]

@@ealanosborne Got it all ordered, 5.1 speaker pack, bookshelf speakers, mounts, stands, wire, dn790. Looking forward to setting it all up and getting that Dolby atmos achievement badge. Also not gonna lie your video certainly helps in the wife department getting the thumbs up to buy the system. Thanks again!

[@ealanosborne]

@@briancampbell532 haha, awesome! So excited for you! 🙌

[@briancampbell532]

@@ealanosborne Everything arrived and 200 foot of speaker wire later it is all installed. I am really amazed how good the system sounds!! The R41m are great enhancement to that pack. The DH790 seems to run pretty great after calibration mic run and turning on enhanced HDMI for Xbox. Even my wife was amazed running some of the Dolby demo content and isn’t asking me anymore why I needed all the speakers and mounts etc. Maybe a future video make content about tweaks to the AVR receiver to play with for us novices.

[@ealanosborne]

@@briancampbell532 Wooowwwww! What a setup! Sounds like you did everything right, tho, so great job with that! Extra glad that it also got the wife’s seal of approval. 😄 I’ll see what I can do with tweak videos. Although running calibration on top of what you’ve already done will cost more money, since you’d need to get a calibration mic (around $100-$125...yikes). But I’ll see what I can do with making a video about tweaks with what’s been provided with the on-board calibration software. 👍 So glad you’re all up and running, tho! Woohoo!

[@witchvoxful]

This content was very informative…subscribed

[@ealanosborne]

Thank you! Welcome to the madness! 😄

[@atlantisrose6790]

Went klipsch for my speakers and will be getting a sony reciever this year. Klipsch have a high sensitivity rating and it means I don't need to drive my amp as hard

[@ealanosborne]

Precisely. I think that’s why they’re so popular when creating budget systems that don’t suck, since you don’t need a $2,000+ receiver to push great sound out of their loudspeakers. 👍

[@KDCloudy]

Great content man, you got yourself a sub. Fellow Dolby Atmos enthusiast here

[@ealanosborne]

Thanks, man! That means a lot coming from someone like yourself who has an established tech review channel. I subbed right back! 👍🙌

[@Nvenus27]

Waiting to upgrade my 7.2 Klipsch setup to 9.2.2

[@matthewschillo8136]

Could you make a 5.1.4 by going with 2 sets of the R-41M for the L/R front and rears, keeping the center, using the 4 satellites as the overheads, and the Denon AVR-X3700H 9.2-receiver? I feel the Denon is more future-proof and I could upgrade the speakers down the road.

[@ealanosborne]

Yeah, that math adds up! Speakers are speakers, so you can configure them however. Starting small and upgrading as you go is the best way! And having the X3700H is a great base to start from! 👍

[@Matt314159]

Hey Ealan, did you ever review the Klipsch Reference Cinema? I enjoyed your unboxing video of it. I've got the Sony DH790 and just picked up the Reference Cinema version of the HTIB speakers from Klipsch. I got it open box for $250. I think it was a good deal but hoping I didn't make a mistake. It should get here next week. Considering I'm coming from a 5.1 system that consists of Dayton b652 airs and a monoprice 8-in sub, I think it'll be a decent upgrade. And it doesn't break the bank.

[@ealanosborne]

Sweet! And yeah, I reviewed it 👇👇 kzbin.info/www/bejne/Y6XXnZePbsSjaKcsi=wLBNXy6QCcOpGA_J

[@eddiekng]

Great video and very informative. Is the Klipsch Reference Theater Pack 5.1 that you mention Dolby Atmos compatible? I don't see it referenced anywhere on the specs or manual. Another set of more expensive Klipsch speakers does mention Dolby Atmos. Am I missing something or does it even matter? Thanks!

[@ealanosborne]

Great question! It doesn't really matter which speakers you use, it matters how many. You need at least 7 speakers for a Dolby Atmos system. The Reference theater pack comes with 5 speakers and a sub, so that's not considered a Dolby Atmos-ready setup, numbers-wise. That's why in this video I suggest getting the R-41M bookshelf speakers ALSO, since that will give you a total of 7 speakers, which you can then use in a Dolby Atmos speaker configuration, as long as you get an AV receiver that can decode Dolby Atmos.

[@MykLim]

dude..you are the man! super informative + very funny videos!! thanks so much for all the help!!!

[@ealanosborne]

You’re very welcome! 😁

[@joezambrano5344]

Awesome content!! I’m literally liking all your vids.. I was wondering if I understood you correctly.. With Sony receiver str-dh770 I’m able to run all the speakers you mentioned on the video and add a second sub?? Essentially running “5.2.2” ???

[@ealanosborne]

Sony started supporting Dolby Atmos configurations and processing with the DH790. So unfortunately you would only get up to a 7.2 configuration with the DH770. The DH790 can process a 5.2.2 configuration. Make sense?

[@CalvarysCross316Band]

@ealanosborne, just wanted to follow up, turns out two of the klipsch satellites from the reference kit I bought were damaged so I’m dealing with mercari to get a partial refund, but I bought two Sony Atmos ready speakers, hooked those bad boys up and now I’ve got sweet Atmos and dtsx running smoothly and I’m loving it! Thanks for your help, you’ve definitely got a longtime subscriber here!

[@ealanosborne]

Ah, bummer about the 2 broken speakers. But I’m glad you’re up and running with some Atmos now!!! Hooray! 🙌🙌🙌

[@CalvarysCross316Band]

@@ealanosborne thanks again for all your help and your willingness to email me! You’re the bomb diggity (in Atmos)

[@martinsadler427]

Very helpful thanks I’ve never had a surround system and some are so bloody expensive I kept away from it but something like this could b the way I go thanks for the vid

[@ealanosborne]

You’re very welcome! Everyone deserves a home theater on any budget. 😊🙌

[@kolinstallman3788]

Klipsch really nailed the budget market. But I would definitely hit up the used market for this price point. Get that 3500 dollar bundle used for 1k. The word reference is getting thrown around lightly. Klipschs real reference line is like 10k a pair of speakers as are most brands.

[@melixi0773]

at 3:39 you seem to be displaying the EQ output from the receiver directly on your smartphone, can`t seem to find this gui anywhere. I`m using the music center from SONY but it`s not really the same.

[@ealanosborne]

At the time I filmed this video (in 2020), there was an app called ES Remote, but I don’t see it in the Apple App Store anymore. Maybe it’s been replaced or axed all together since then. 🤷‍♂️

[@ealanosborne]

At the time I filmed this video (in 2020), there was an app called ES Remote, but I don’t see it in the Apple App Store anymore. Maybe it’s been replaced or axed all together since then. 🤷‍♂️

[@melixi0773]

@@ealanosborne such a shame, love that GUI, but now that my projector isn`t operational I`m left with my phone and apple screens. Would`ve loved if sny would have made some sort of SW for tha mac to configure the receiver.These features in the receiver is by far the industry standard, first receiver ever to make me try all the bells and whistles. Great channel by the way, KUDOS, kings to you Dante.

[@skywarp8611]

Yo, I got a Denon AVR-2310Ci on Facebook Market place from a closing local business for $50 and I have two BT module from Aliexpress forunder $5. And I am looking at Klipsch R-41M which led me to you video. All will be under $180 by the time I get my bookshelf speakers. The extra money will be allocated for Technics Graphic Equalizer.

[@ealanosborne]

Awesome bargain hunting! 🤘

[@mattpipke5716]

The Video that started it all!! lol once I Saw his others, 1500, 3000.00 etc... I was of and building, well ordering, I didn't build anything, I purchased and assembled parts, But now I have a cool home theater instead of an expensive sound bar that doesn't work.

[@kovrcek]

In my country (Czechia) this whole setup costs like 1700$ lol. Also heard some negative reviews on that Sony receiver like hissing from speakers from time to time. So maybe if possible and budget allows I would go with different brand than Sony.

[@ealanosborne]

Very true. 👍 Thanks, Martin!

[@na4211]

I am a first time buyer of home theater system...i just came across platin 5.1 for $689. Is it worth to go ahead a buy it without any real research..for being a first timer?

[@ealanosborne]

That system is excellent for what it provides. But the thing about systems like that, is that there isn’t much room for expansion. If you’re wanting to dive into home theater now with the intent of getting better equipment and better speakers down the road, I would invest in a receiver and wired speakers up front. Otherwise, if you get the Platin system and are completely satisfied, then that’s great too! Whatever floats your boat. 😀

[@FrenchConnection88]

The sony str-dn1080 receiver was discontinued can you suggest a replacement?

[@ealanosborne]

If you have a Costco membership (or know someone who does) the Denon s760h is great. Or if Costco is a no-go, the slightly older Denon s750h is still perfectly fine.

[@CHINGON562]

I just bought those speakers from Costco today. Along with it I bought the Yamaha TSR-700 receiver. Any thoughts on that receiver? I just want to make sure it’s all going to handle well.

[@ealanosborne]

Whoa! That Yamaha is future proof, being able to handle 8K and hdmi 2.1? Is that the one you got? If so, you should be just fine.

[@CHINGON562]

@@ealanosborne yes that’s the one I bought. Thank you so much. I just wanted to be sure before I opened the box.

[@belarussianflorida]

@@ealanosborne and it’s on sale for $329 ;)

[@prostovanka]

As of 11/26/2020, the Sony Receiver is $299 At Best Buy, the Klipsch Reference Theater Pack 5.1 is $330 at Costco and the Klipsch Bookshelf Speakers are $90 at Costco. Thanks for this video :) which is a total of $719.

[@ealanosborne]

Woohoo! Glad I could help! That’s why I wanted to make sure this video was posted way in advance of holiday shopping deals. 🙌

[@prostovanka]

@@ealanosborne I ran into your video after seeing the Klipsch speaker set at Costco. Needed receiver now and yet again ran into your video. Now looking for some front speaker stands. Will try to mount the rear facing speakers from ceiling but still working out positions. The beginning of your video is legit what I looked like when first looking for home theater systems.

[@wopachop395]

Whoops I should have clicked my settings to show newest first. Good looking out.

[@prostovanka]

@@ealanosborne Who is Techno Dad? Sorry I didn't see a link to his Channel on how to setup the receiver. I did find a youtuber that goes by that channel name that does audio device reviews but Couldn't find this receiver. :(

[@ealanosborne]

@@prostovanka Whoa, I thought I put the link in my description, sorry! The link is there now, but here it is anyway! kzbin.info/www/bejne/Y5Kth4asZaiJrJo

[@ginogabriel5399]

what I want to ask you: does this system also work on PC? so I can play dolby atmos for games?

[@ealanosborne]

If your PC can pass Dolby Atmos audio via HDMI through its sound card, then yes. That’s how it would need to connect to the AV receiver.

[@sureshbalaji6791]

Awesome video, loved it. I'm from India. Many home theatre lovers are annoyed here, as we cannot buy many of those products locally in our Nation. We don't have shield tv pro, Good cost effective Sony receivers and much more. Will figure a way to import or arrange with a friend who might be travelling. Thanks again for the video.

[@ealanosborne]

Thank you for your kind words! I’ve heard from other from India that are in your same position. It’s not fair! 🙁

[@eldessadrums]

hello could you help me with this question, I bought the Klipsch R-41M 50W(pair) and the center R-52C 100W, and I have for the surround the pack 5.1 reference. I wanted to buy a YAMAHA tsr-700 receiver but its output is 100w per channel, I have read on the internet that it is better that the receiver has more power than the speakers, but the center R-52C needs 100w, it is not bad that the receiver only has 100w or there will be no problem?

[@ealanosborne]

You’ll be just fine, actually. It’s rated to be 100 watts when 2 channels are driven at once. But in a home theater setting, with all 7 channels playing simultaneously, it’s more like 60 watts per channel? That TSR-700 will work great with those speakers. 👍 The 100w rating just means it can handle 100w continuously, which is nice, since that means it won’t come close to blowing out those speakers, especially since the R-52c can handle a spike of up to 400w and still be okay. Lastly, it’s good to know that the R-52c can be used with any upgrades you make in the future, like maybe if you want to power your front 3 speakers with an external amp. That R-52c will still be able to handle that power, too.

[@eldessadrums]

@@ealanosborne thanks you 🙌🏽

[@JRBowling1997]

I have the Samsung soundbar Q70R for Dolby atmos. Really good atmos sound and good up firing speakers.

[@jreagle18]

What do you think of 2 subs placed in opposite diagonal corners?

[@ealanosborne]

Yeah, that might work! Subwoofer placement is the most creative part about setting up a home theater. Angling a subwoofer differently, different placements, etc. Its the most experimental part, too. So I’m not at all opposed to diagonal corners. That could be the best configuration for your space. 👍

[@timdexter2642]

Your editing had me in stitches!! aha great video!

[@ealanosborne]

Yay! Thanks so much! It ain’t easy, but I can’t help but edit like that cuz I enjoy MAKING it that way. 😄🙌

[@timdexter2642]

@@ealanosborne Wow! I didn’t expect a response! 😂 Your very welcome and the effort certainly doesn’t go unnoticed! 👌🏻

[@mrqandeel6811]

finally all my questions answered. thank you so much

[@DanMay-vk7dg]

Very helpful, thanks.

[@ealanosborne]

You’re welcome! 🎉

[@LuisRodriguez-te8nt]

I have the klipsch reference theater pack I want to know if a buy that receiver can I add those 2 extras speaker to get the atmos sound?

[@ealanosborne]

Absolutely! You can use the two extra speakers for front Left and Right and mount two of the speakers from the reference pack up high for Atmos effects. 🤘

[@gex581990]

Great video, thanks for looking out for us

[@ealanosborne]

Absolutely! Happy Holiday Shopping, my friend!

[@vaibhavgupta2610]

Firstly an awesome video, killer start and ah yes...... the setup. So bought the Denon 750 at 319, theatre pack at 329 and the r41m for 140. Hooked up everything except the 2 spare speakers from the theater pack. I can't get the feel. Especially the center channel is overshadowed by r41m. Any suggestion dolbydoc?

[@ealanosborne]

Haha, thanks for the compliments! And yeah...getting that balance is an art form, since room space, furniture and ceilings are all different for everyone. For starters, make sure that sub is set to 120 Hz crossover, so makes up for what the little Theater Pack speakers can’t do. I’m not positive, since I don’t own the s750h, but I’m pretty sure you can also set the crossover frequencies for each individual speaker. So even though the r-41m’s frequency response can go lower than 110Hz, set the crossover to 120Hz so they match what the Theater Pack satellites can output. And also, it’ll take a couple weeks to “break in” the speakers in any given space. I wasn’t all too impressed either when first hooked up. Then down the road, it just dawned on me, “Hey...these sound better.” 😄 In the end, these are still budget speakers. So they’re not the best of the best. But I still think they’re the best for the price, compared to other systems in its class. 👍

[@marcusjackson5108]

16 gauge wire works great too.

[@ealanosborne]

True! Although one thing to remember, the longer you need to make your speaker wire runs, the thicker (lower) the gauge needs to be. Since I run my wires through my attic, some runs are 50+ feet, so I used 14 gauge, since it’s the thickest the Theater Pack speakers can handle. If your speaker runs only need anything up to 50 feet? 16 gauge should be fine. 👍

[@andoniades]

The intro is my life.

[@ealanosborne]

😄 Well then it’s high time you upgrade! 🙌

[@mpsaichand]

What If ... we connect a 7.1 through HDMI and select the atmos compatibility...we maybe able to use 7.1 as a 5.1.2?

[@strifeup2]

My guy.... thank you, thank you, THANK YOU!!! You saved me time, money, and stress levels lol. Subbed

[@ealanosborne]

Haha, you’re welcome, Joe! I’ve taken my weird enjoyment of researching topics like this so you don’t have to! 😄 Thanks for the sub!

[@youngstayoung6633]

I've got this amp with some big floor standers and large.bookshleves on stands sounds really.good for the price it cost

[@felipebastos7374]

Hey Ealan, between the Denon AVR-S750H or the Sony DN1080, which one would you recommend? Also, regarding speakers and their sound quality to go with the Sony DN1080, would you recommend the Klipsch Reference Theater Pack with the R-41M Bookshelf Speakers, or the Sony Complete Speaker System (with SSCS3, SSCS5, SSCS8, SACS9, and SS-CSE speakers)? Thank you!!

[@ealanosborne]

Sony tends to be a more musical receiver than the Denon typically, so if you want the versatility of good home theater and music listening experience, go with Sony. And that Sony complete speaker system is def more expensive than the Klipsch Theater Pack, but it gives you those Atmos upward-firing speakers. So if you can afford it, go for it! 👍 The Denon is still a great receiver tho.

[@felipebastos7374]

@@ealanosborne Thank you again for replying! It seems that all the Sony System Speakers are on sale in Bestbuy for a total of $550 for all those speakers (Two SSCS3, SSCS5, SSCS8, SACS9, and SS-CSE). Since the Klipsch system is back to full price in Costco, it would actually cost me more than the complete Sony system! However, if the sound quality of those Klipsch are better than the Sony System, I'd go for it.. although it seems that the Sony would sound better since the speakers are bigger lol

[@PhoggHawk]

At what position to you personally recommend mounting the height channels, if using the Klipsch satellite speakers? Should I put them up front near/on the ceiling or should I move them back, overhead and a few feet in front of the couch position? It would seem to me that if you put them up by the TV on the ceiling the Atmos effect would be less pronounced than if it were closer to the listener and more above their head. Both positions are possible for me, but I am undecided which would be best.

[@ealanosborne]

Great question! Well, mounting them above the TV near the ceiling gives you the “Wall of Sound,” which does this really cool effect that makes your TV seem gigantic. But yes, for a more significant spatial effect, mounting them on the ceiling is best, pointed down towards your couch. 👍

[@PhoggHawk]

Great! Thanks for the reply! I am actually using a projector screen instead of a TV and the screen hangs from the ceiling about 2.5 feet from the wall (there's a basement window on the wall). If I were to put the height speakers in the upper corner this would be behind the screen. I do not have an acoustically transparent screen so it may slightly reflect the sound back onto the wall. Unfortunately my front L/R channels will be slightly behind the screen on bookshelves. While the speakers are physically positioned slightly to the right and left of the screen back there, they are pointed at the couch directly in front of the screen so there may also be a slight sound deflection. I'll have to see how it goes. Do you think if I mounted the height channels back there it would be an issue? I'm digging that Wall of Sound concept! The center channel will be under the screen so that's no issue. I just ordered my gear and it's on the way. I just have a soundbar for the time being so I'm pretty excited about the upgrade!

[@ealanosborne]

@@PhoggHawk Oh I see, now that you've described your setup. But yes, it would cause some issues if the height channels were behind a non-acoustically transparent projector screen, given that most of what comes out of the height channels are mid to high frequencies, which are very directional, meaning they need to be pointed right at the listening position to be heard the best. Subwoofers can go anywhere, since they are both heard AND felt

[@PhoggHawk]

@@ealanosborne looks like the best option for me would be to hang overhead and point at the couch then. Thanks for the input!

[@ealanosborne]

@@PhoggHawk Agreed! And you're very welcome!

[@brandonlovestech454]

Bro this is an awesome video and well edited. Informative and entertaining. Subscribed!

[@ealanosborne]

Thanks so much! I’m hoping my quality over quantity approach gets me far. 😄🙌 Thanks for subscribing! Tell everyone you know! Haha

[@MashabaZA]

Fantastic dude!

[@ealanosborne]

Thank you!!! 🙌👍

[@Pancake8274]

How can you add another subwoofer, since it is a package. Do they sell same subwoofer as in the reference package?

[@ThatCarGuy]

I have a very old Kenwood Vr616 5.1 set up with kenwood KS506HT speakers, would I be able to use these speakers and sub with a Sony STR-DH790, buy the Klipsch Black Reference Theater Pack 5.1 Surround Sound System to make a 5.2.2 ( or would i need a 7.2 channel system for this) set up by mixing and matching using some of my older speakers and old sub? Sorry for asking new to all this. Thank you for the video and answering questions still

[@ealanosborne]

Oh for sure! As long as your old Kenwood speakers are good ol’ fashioned speakers that connect to (-) and (+) speaker wires, then you can mix and match all you want! Of course, it’s always good to eventually get all the same brand for timbre matching, but I get it - it’s not cheap, so there’s no shame with mixing and matching at the start! 👍 And the Sony STR-DH790 can do both 5.2.2 or 7.2, so whatever floats your boat. 🚤😁

[@ThatCarGuy]

@@ealanosborne thank you very much for the reply I appreciate it, you just earned another sub. Looks like I'll be going that route. One more question are banana plus worth it or is just going by speaker wire fine? Thanks again, you are amazing for still answering questions

[@ealanosborne]

@@ThatCarGuy Thanks for the kind words!! 😁 And yeah, banana plugs are so worth it, at least when plugging into the receiver, since you have all those speaker terminals so close together. Plugging into the speakers themselves, though, not as crucial, since you typically have plenty of room to maneuver a wire into the terminals. 👍

[@ThatCarGuy]

@@ealanosborne thank you again and have a nice day/night

[@macamacfoldo]

Great video. Very entertaining! Would this setup work with a Yamaha TSR-700 7.1 receiver?

[@ealanosborne]

It sure would! Gotta love that Costco buy as well!

[@macamacfoldo]

@@ealanosborne Thanks!!!

[@macamacfoldo]

Bought the Klipsch theater pack this week for $300 at COSTCO.

[@Edgar.254]

This is the video that will bring you subs... Greetings from Africa.

[@ealanosborne]

You are absolutely correct. I’d say 75% of my subs were because of this video. Thanks for watching from Africa! 😀👍

[@alexhawkins7133]

Can the height speakers go on the walls to the side instead of the tv wall? The Dolby guide shows them being placed on the side so I’m confused where to place them now. I am thinking to the side will be good with this setup since the center, and bookshelf speakers will be near the tv.

[@ealanosborne]

Sure! Every living room/home theater space is different, so however you can pull it off is fine. As long as those height speakers are pointed in your general direction, you’re good, whether they’re above the TV, straight above your head or to the sides up high. 👍

[@user-gi3xj8nz3s]

One more thing what do you think about soundbars nowadays that have Dolby Atmos and 4K etc. which one would you recommend.

[@ealanosborne]

The Denon S750H is another good receiver for this same setup. More expensive, tho. My experience with budget-range Atmos soundbars is that they’re just okay. More of a gimmick. You’ll be spending more like $800-$1000+ to get good quality internal components to do a good job at creating 3D surround like Atmos (like the Sonos Arc). I’m literally editing a 2021 soundbar buying guide video which will be dropping in a day or two! Be on the lookout! 😀👍

[@user-gi3xj8nz3s]

@@ealanosborne cool thanks for responding I have the ONKYO TxNR626 do you think it’s ok receiver it’s 7.2 If it doesn’t say Dolby Atmos it won’t support just wondering.

[@ealanosborne]

@@user-gi3xj8nz3s Correct. It’s a great receiver, but JUST old enough to not support Atmos.

[@zamindarccdb7015]

Ealan your video gave a good idea As you said denon sr 760 is better I placed order How ever I don’t see sourround height Option unlike the Sony mentioned 5.1.2 and sourround height option for audio cable from celining mount kilpch speakers

[@ealanosborne]

Typically the software in any receiver will allow you choose where exactly the 2 height channels will be located. That could be height front, height directly above you, or height surround. So you have options.

[@zamindarccdb7015]

Oh so it’s in software unlike Sony has it on the hardware got you , Thanks

[@totalplonker824]

If you like your music just as much as the TV, I strongly recommend considering the Sony over Denon especially when playing music! ( 2-channel ) Sony receivers have a far more richer sound as opposed to Denon receivers also when listening to music Sony receivers has more clarity at low volume then to Denon receivers do! With denon receivers one tends here the components, Transformers, processing etc Humming Away in the background! The SONY STR-DN 1080 uses a solid frame and beam chassis for vibration resistance and a lowest sound distortion possible it also uses specially selected components fitted with es grade solder for class-leading sound quality, the Sony STR 1080 7.2 receiver is a more expensive model then the DH790. But hey I've auditioned this very receiver as well as 2 Denon receivers (denon 9.2 3600h plus denon 9.2 6500h) I am writing this comment because I should have heeded these words myself.... "one always wants to improve ones audio" with that being said do yourself a favour consider saving alittle more and go for this model i promise you won't regret it, also when you BUY ONCE YOU CRY ONCE !! 😥

[@chrisbullock6477]

hummm wife is at her essential job and I'm at home.....what do I do? "start a youtube channel she knows nothing about in our kitchen I still haven't cleaned!" LOL

[@henryc7598]

How is your center speaker holding up against R-41M? I'm thinking about doing the exact same thing but I've heard that the home theater system set was lacking in mid range. I was wondering if adding the R-41M helped or it overpowered the center speaker now. Also, my setup is for a small living room. Thanks for your help in advance!

[@ealanosborne]

I actually don’t personally have this setup. I was merely giving an example of how to make a complete Dolby Atmos setup from scratch. BUT...it is a great question. Since the R-41M speakers’ frequency response goes down to 68Hz, it can reproduce much better in the midrange. But the Sony receiver does allow you to set the crossover frequency for each speaker. So even tho the R-41M can handle down to 68Hz, if you’re concerned about them overpowering the center speaker, set the crossover frequency to 110 Hz, to give all the speakers a more balanced output. The subwoofer can then handle all the frequencies below 110Hz. 👍 Just an idea. Or just experiment with which crossover frequency makes the system sound the best. Your home theater should sound however you like it best. 🙌

[@henryc7598]

@@ealanosborne Thanks! I appreciate your quick response too. Subscribed btw! :)

[@ealanosborne]

@@henryc7598 woohoo! Thanks so much for the sub! You rock!

[@TheValles100]

What is a good receiver for a lg oled and ps5 setup! Preferably receiver with Hdmi 2.1!

[@julianescandon9130]

Take a look for the Yamaha Rx-V6A, Video at 4K 120hz and 8k 60hz, 7.1, Dolby Atmos and DTS X. But unfortunately PS5 Games does not work with Dolby or DTS technology (that sucks)... it only works for movies in blue ray disc in your PS5...