(No Spoilers) Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring Impressions

[Hexis]

I have never liked the way bose stuff sounds, way too tinny for me. They can make all the claims they want, but for nice sound, you have to move air.

However the thing about speakers is that since they add so much coloring/distortion compaired to the other components it all up to what you like the sound of.

[shartley]

Very true... and I don't get into arguments with "purists" (you know those that stick to ONE brand)... that is also why I said "partial", if you mix speakers you can get the best sound quality, over just sticking with one brand. But it is EASIER to just buy a whole setup. Not to mention WHAT you want your speakers and system to DO for you, room size, and more.

[Hexis]

There is a big advantage to sticking with one brand, at least across the front three. Your imaging and tonal coloring will be matched if you have a nice set. Mixing and matching a center to a pair of nice L/Rs is difficult to get right without staying within a brand and even series. I know some would feel that this extends to the surrounds as well, but I just feel that their very different use makes that not so important. In an ideal setup, a sound should be able to pan across the front sound field without any change in volume/coloring as it goes from L to C to R (or the other way).

[Shifty Capone]

whats ur favorite character in the movie? i like legolus hes coolio

[shartley]

And again you are correct.....

Let me say however that because it is EASIER does not make it the best. And setting up a system can be quite challenging if you want the correct sound, over sticking to ONE brand. But I am sure you realize that it CAN be done, and done very well without sticking to one brand of speaker. It sounds as if you are talking about a system where the individual just plugged in a new speaker (or speaker set) and used it as is, with no adjustments. That is almost like slapping on a new fuel injection system in your car and running it out of the box.. sure, it will work, but it will probably not work as good as it can or SHOULD.

So don't forget that you can factor in having the ability to tune and balance each speaker set (and even individual speakers) via the stereo system itself, as well as the room size, effects you want, etc. etc. etc. And even some adjustments can be made on many speakers directly.

We have come a LONG way from the days of having to perfectly match speakers themselves, as well as having the perfect placement, to get the perfect matching sound.

We live in an imperfect world, with imperfect rooms.... thank heavens for technology!

I also have my system set up for different things... i.e. Movies, Karaoke, and then Music. I want different sound quality and results for each.. so I pre-SET them. This is not uncommon. Want to upset Dad? Mess with the stereo after I spent 2 hours fine tuning the setup. LOL (And thank heavens for LOCKING the setups as well.... learned THAT real quick. LOL)

So, like most things, it is not a black and white issue. There are so many variables to figure in, that each person's system needs to be built, and tuned for THEM. There is really no right or wrong (well, there IS, but I think we know what I am talking about)... it is what is right for the individual and their needs, as well as budget.

I did not stick to all BOSE because it did not give me quite the sound or range that I wanted for MY needs and tastes. But I did not have a problem matching my speakers either (because of the above mentioned things)... so I got what I personally thought sounded better, and then made sure I set up my system accordingly.

But you are VERY correct, sticking with one brand IS easier.

[edweird]

Someone stateside mind breaking several laws for me???

Hey a bunch of my buddies and I are stuck here in korea for a year.(Military thing) Any how we are a bunch of dorks and REALLY REALLY REALLY REALLY REALLY REALLY need to see this movie. Anyone got any suggestions ... or are willing to "Circumvent" any legal junk and send a camcorder or DVD version out to us.

[Restola]

the reason you have to get a camcorder version is because the dvd wont be out for a while. DUH!

(yes i realize i answered your post 20 posts later )

[Hexis]

edweird, I highly suggest waiting at least untill there is a good version on DVD. Don't settle for bootleg quality. I'm sure this movie's presentation on DVD will be stunning. It will be worth the wait. Don't settle for a crap version just to see it soon.

[Ni cD]

Originally posted by Shifty Capone
whats ur favorite character in the movie? i like legolus hes coolio

Gimli. Or maybe Elrond...

NI

[Snappy]

My 'rents saw Empire Strikes Back on bootleg in Okinawa. My favorite character from the book is the Ranger. Rangers are cool...

[wyn1370]

it's a toss up for me between Aragorn and Sam. But who could forget bill the pony?

[Ni cD]

Originally posted by wyn1370
it's a toss up for me between Aragorn and Sam. But who could forget bill the pony?

Bill rocks! So does Tom Bombadill...o (read the books, you'll understand).

NI

[Mojojojo]

Originally posted by Hexis
They can make all the claims they want, but for nice sound, you have to move air.

i feel the same way, the only way i prefer my stereo is if i moves air, and parts of whatever it is in

Eric