Suround sound on a small budget?

myromeo · 15-10-2008, 11:25

I know this has been asked before but this is it with a twist,

My parents have a Yamaha TSS-15 surround system and whilst it is small and maybe not the best out there it does exactly what they need.

I would ideally like the same system but it has been discontinued and seems Yamaha are not replacing it as such, all the similar priced kits are the DVD systems.

I need a system to be able to handle a DVD player, Sky HD, PS3 and Wii, the TSS-15 would do this with no issues but as said, I cant get one.

Can anyone recommend a similar system that will offer TRUE surround and the ability to connect with the 4 above items.

I think it will need

2x optical in
2 x RCA in or similar stereo.

thanks

Deacon1972 · 15-10-2008, 11:26

No idea how small your budget is, but the Yamaha package is £170.

http://www.richersounds.com/showprod...id=YAMA-RXV361

http://www.richersounds.com/showprod...id=YAMA-NSP110

In regards to the connections - Sky HD and PS3 will be optical, what has the DVD got, optical/coaxial? - no idea on the Wii.

The Yamaha has 2x optical and 1x coaxial

You may need something with a better selection of audio inputs, otherwise you may find yourself using a switchbox for certain components.

myromeo · 15-10-2008, 17:39

thanks for the that, the wii is just RCA connections, a right and a left cable. the DVD has countless interfaces, HDMI, SCART, RCA, COAX, Component, Optical...

That unit may well do the job, Ill have to pay my local audio store a visit and check it out for certain, it is a shame it doesnt stand on its side tho, space is very limited with 4 units already under the TV.

Cheers for the links!

Deacon1972 · 15-10-2008, 17:44

Quote:

Originally Posted by myromeo

thanks for the that, the wii is just RCA connections, a right and a left cable. the DVD has countless interfaces, HDMI, SCART, RCA, COAX, Component, Optical...

Ill take a little look in to that yamaha package but I suspect it may not be what i need if it only has 3 inputs.

It has three digital inputs (2x optical and 1x coaxial) plus an additional 5 analogue inputs (RCA/phono).

You would be able to connect Sky HD/PS3 via optical, DVD via coaxial and the Wii to one of the RCA inputs.

myromeo · 15-10-2008, 18:01

cheers, sounds like it may be the one to go for then!

i would set it up as per your suggestion too as al but the WII use surround sound.

Deacon1972 · 15-10-2008, 18:40

Quote:

Originally Posted by myromeo

i would set it up as per your suggestion too as al but the WII use surround sound.

You should be able to get surround sound from the Wii too though it will only be DPLII.

15-10-2008, 11:25	#1
myromeo Forum Member Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Tyne & Wear Posts: 1,326	Suround sound on a small budget? I know this has been asked before but this is it with a twist, My parents have a Yamaha TSS-15 surround system and whilst it is small and maybe not the best out there it does exactly what they need. I would ideally like the same system but it has been discontinued and seems Yamaha are not replacing it as such, all the similar priced kits are the DVD systems. I need a system to be able to handle a DVD player, Sky HD, PS3 and Wii, the TSS-15 would do this with no issues but as said, I cant get one. Can anyone recommend a similar system that will offer TRUE surround and the ability to connect with the 4 above items. I think it will need 2x optical in 2 x RCA in or similar stereo. thanks

15-10-2008, 11:26	#2
Deacon1972 Guest Join Date: Feb 2008 Posts: 8,103	No idea how small your budget is, but the Yamaha package is £170. http://www.richersounds.com/showprod...id=YAMA-RXV361 http://www.richersounds.com/showprod...id=YAMA-NSP110 In regards to the connections - Sky HD and PS3 will be optical, what has the DVD got, optical/coaxial? - no idea on the Wii. The Yamaha has 2x optical and 1x coaxial You may need something with a better selection of audio inputs, otherwise you may find yourself using a switchbox for certain components.

15-10-2008, 17:39	#3
myromeo Forum Member Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Tyne & Wear Posts: 1,326	thanks for the that, the wii is just RCA connections, a right and a left cable. the DVD has countless interfaces, HDMI, SCART, RCA, COAX, Component, Optical... That unit may well do the job, Ill have to pay my local audio store a visit and check it out for certain, it is a shame it doesnt stand on its side tho, space is very limited with 4 units already under the TV. Cheers for the links!

15-10-2008, 17:44	#4
Deacon1972 Guest Join Date: Feb 2008 Posts: 8,103	Quote: Originally Posted by myromeo thanks for the that, the wii is just RCA connections, a right and a left cable. the DVD has countless interfaces, HDMI, SCART, RCA, COAX, Component, Optical... Ill take a little look in to that yamaha package but I suspect it may not be what i need if it only has 3 inputs. It has three digital inputs (2x optical and 1x coaxial) plus an additional 5 analogue inputs (RCA/phono). You would be able to connect Sky HD/PS3 via optical, DVD via coaxial and the Wii to one of the RCA inputs.

15-10-2008, 18:01	#5
myromeo Forum Member Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Tyne & Wear Posts: 1,326	cheers, sounds like it may be the one to go for then! i would set it up as per your suggestion too as al but the WII use surround sound.

15-10-2008, 18:40	#6
Deacon1972 Guest Join Date: Feb 2008 Posts: 8,103	Quote: Originally Posted by myromeo i would set it up as per your suggestion too as al but the WII use surround sound. You should be able to get surround sound from the Wii too though it will only be DPLII.

DS Forums

Suround sound on a small budget?