Before we dig into details what exactly goes into creating custom home theatre design, let’s first try to define what exactly is “custom”. To put it simply, custom means “customizable”. In this the homeowner (you) has complete control and freedom in choosing various aspects of a home theatre design.
Once you know what are the components of a home theatre system can be customizable the they you want them, it will be easy to pick up accessories required to shape your home theatre system
1) Home theatre room furniture – Here you have a wide variety of options. But you will have to take into consideration the volume of the home theatre room itself, before you make the final decisions
2) Home theatre room design theme – Again you can have a simple room with some basic and bare necessary acoustical treatment to save the cost or on the other side you can go with a fully loaded space like theme, if that is what you are looking for.
3) Home theatre system equipment – This includes the audio, video and playback equipment. The consumer electronics market is full with all top quality home theater equipment with a wide variety price range.
So you can easily pick up the right accessories and come up with your own custom home theatre design. It sounds easy for reading this but when you actually start to make a list of all the big and small things in your home theatre room, you will face some major problems, such as costs, quality, installation, professional fees etc.
That’s why it is necessary to carry out some market research before you even start about creating such a list of things you are looking for. This is because you are dealing with customized design solution. It is the one that’s only for you. You are not going to go out and buy whatever is ready to sell in the market. You will add your imagination and personal touch to it. To do this it is a good idea to first study what is available in the market. And believe me if you do it sincerely, you will end up saving a lot of money and time and at the same time get that dream home theatre design system installed in your home.
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Custom Home Theater Design – Save Money By Customizing
January 25th, 2010Home Theater – Budget Saving Ideas
July 20th, 2009
A good home theater system can cost anywhere between $1,000 to over $30,000 depending on the quality of the equipment and the size of your home theater design. The difficult economy we are in has most households making tough decisions about what they want and what they can reasonably afford. Building a family home theater is being put on the back burner in many homes until additional income is available for such “extras.” But a home theater doesn’t have to break the bank. There are resources and ways to keep the cost of a quality system at a reasonable level.
Below are some suggestions for how to save money on a new entertainment system.
1. Search the Web. There are several web sites available online that compare systems and costs. Some will also provide unbiased reviews of products at various price points. Use these to help you decide which brands are in your budget.
2. Install the theater system yourself. Custom installation is needed for some theater designs but many can be easily done yourself with some careful planning. The wiring, cables and connections can be relatively easy to figure out if you follow the instructions.
3. Buy a floor model. A floor model is a piece of equipment that has been on display on the show floor of the electronics store but which is otherwise in perfect condition. This is a great way to get a quality product at a lower price. Talk to your retailer about models they may be looking to get rid of to make room for newer versions.
4. Consider second hand systems. Many audio/video enthusiasts will replace their home theater components every year or two and sell their relatively new systems for a low cost. Consumers must be diligent about doing their research of the product if they buy second hand as there will typically be no warranty remaining on these pieces.
5. Pace yourself. You can save some money by purchasing your home theater components over a period of time. By waiting and buying your television, then speakers, then receivers as you have money and as potential deals or prices drop can help you save 10-15%.
6. Consider a smaller television. It is hard to resist buying the biggest TV on the showroom floor. However, you can save considerable money buy purchasing a smaller screen. Even a few inches smaller can save you a couple of hundred dollars. Remember, those big TVs do not work in every family room anyway.
7. Buy fewer speakers. Two good quality loudspeakers at the front of your TV will cost less than five or more speakers; even poorer quality speakers and a subwoofer may cost more. Speakers are easy to add to your system as the funds allow.
8. Consider a comprehensive warranty. For such a large purchase, it is usually worth it to have a solid warranty that covers you for 1-2 years so that you can be sure that your investment will last and that the retailer or manufacturer backs it up. Should problems arise, this may actually save you money.
~Ben Anton, 2008
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