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Anyone own a 4K Television (1 Viewer)
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Ilov80s
Footballguy
I just want to make sure it’s a high quality TV. Several years ago we bought a very nicely priced Vizio for the living room and it’s pretty meh- especially for sports. It’s fine because my wife watches that one more and she doesn’t give a crap about picture quality. It’s fine for watching Top Chef or a Michigan game together but for movies and when we have friends over for a big sporting event in the future, I want to be fully satisfied with the quality.
belljr
Footballguy
Lmao. No I got it. Yes earlier when you were talking the increments and you mentioned the wheels and stuff. I didn't realize your were talking about the stand it's currently on. I was crossing a couple postsYou asked why the TV wasn't on the furniture?
I understand why you are using the stand instead of the "tv included stand/feet"
i knew I was missing a reason, why I said it was a dumb question!!!
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Hawks64
Footballguy
Well except for the fact of the center channel...but details right?belljr said:Well Hawks was pretty big. So it would have been fine
ETA actually it wouldn't have fit because with the feet it's about 6-8" wider, you have to put the feet on backwards and it looks ridiculous.
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The Flying Turtle
Footballguy
Ilov80s
Footballguy
Ilov80s
Footballguy
Another question that’s more TV adjacent. I’m going to get a new 7.1 receiver. I have a 5.1 Onkyo now with JBL speakers. Would I want to keep those speakers and just add 2 more or has the quality of speakers changed a ton? These are 20 years old but they were pretty high quality at the time and still sound good imo.
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Hawks64
Footballguy
If you have the cash and want to upgrade sure, if you're happy with it then keep them. Also, if you like them with Onkyo you may not like them as much with a different receiver, there can be a big difference in how the amps sounds.
And what are you going to run with 7.1? Atoms? There a bunch of varieties out there. Some sit on top of the speaker and reflect off the ceiling and some are mounted as height. I'm in the camp of height vs reflection but it's really what you like best, might be good if you can go listen to the differences at a local audio place.
I got the H9G, and the picture is incredible. I mostly chose the H9G over the TCL because the feet of the stand on the Hisense were closer together, so it would fit on my entertainment center.
Charlie Harper
Footballguy
LG CX vs Samsung Q90TIlov80s said:
This is probably the best comparison video I've seen of the best OLED vs best QLED.
Ilov80s
Footballguy
Ok sounds like to me it makes sense not make a speaker upgrade a low priority on the list. Maybe the last thing I get around to replacing. I just wanted to make sure there wasn’t some new tech in speakers that would make the new receiver a waste of money if hooked into older speakers.
As for the 7.1, I need to do more research. I literally just decided I would do this yesterday evening as I have all this vacation money and restaurant money that I didn’t get to spend in 2020. I’ll take any recommendations or links people want to share.
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offdee
Footballguy
I went with 2 front height speakers for my 7.1 setup as well. Nothing earth shattering, but just gives a bit more full sound from things going on above the screen.....think like rain falling from sky, planes taking off and landing, helicopters flying overhead.
You put the 2 fronts directly above the 2 lowers....place them as close to the ceiling as you can.
Hawks64
Footballguy
It depends on budget and honestly I used to always recommend a certain speaker or receiver/amp. However, with the differences in how each piece of equipment can alter the sound I would always recommend going to listen in person if at all possible. And hopefully you're looking at stuff that allows an in home 30 day trial. As far as brands, I'd stick with Onkyo since you like that with your speakers.
My example, and I'm pretty picky about audio so take that into account. I had a 5.1 Paradigm Monitor set being fed by a Rotel Amp and Rotel Preamp Processor. I wanted to upgrade the Pre/Pro to take advantage of new surround technology so I bought an Oknyo receiver with pre-outs that I fed into my Rotel Amp. I absolutely HATED the sound, not sure what Onkyo does differently than Rotel but it was huge negative difference for me. I then swapped out the Onkyo with a Denon and loved it again. I'm not using a Marantz paired with that same Rotel amp and now using GoldenEar Triton two speakers.
TL;DR is upgrading for the sake of upgrading sometimes winds up sucking if you love your gear.
Hawks64
Footballguy
Ministry of Pain
Footballguy
The shock and horror of seeing this thread and getting excited, thinking "4K, yeah I've been wanting one of these" and then glancing over and seeing this thread is 7 years old from 2013 
So there's 8k, when is 16k get here or should I be holding off until we get 32-Bit action on these Television Sets?
So there's 8k, when is 16k get here or should I be holding off until we get 32-Bit action on these Television Sets?
Ilov80s
Footballguy
Thanks for your time, I appreciate it. Obviously now I have the center, sub, l/r and rear l/r. You think the atmos front height speakers in front are more beneficial than adding 2 side speakers?
Andy Dufresne
Footballguy
Atmos height speakers are normally ceiling mounted & downward facing at about the midway point between fronts and rears.
7.1 Dolby Surround are also midway but typically face each other/into the middle of the room and are horizontal facing.
One half way option for Atmos us to mount the "height" speakers on the front wall of the room and have them face outwards into the room. In my experience, it's not a good option.
Hawks64
Footballguy
Well in the new world those rears turn into sides and you add two heights. I don't have personal experience with it but have read from numerous folks that the height make a much bigger difference than rears in any atmos config. Obviously room shape plays a huge part of it. If you can do sides, rears and heights then go for it.
belljr
Footballguy
2 ceiling mounted midway --> front heights pointing downward ---> atmos bouncing up ---> sides/rear sides
That's Just my opinion.
I upgraded my front heights and couldn't mount on ceiling. So they tilt downward on the front wall. Definitely make a difference and definitely love them. Ymmv
Ilov80s
Footballguy
$320 for this very well reviewed Denon seems like a direction I might be going https://www.costco.com/denon-avr-s750h-7.2-channel-4k-av-receiver.product.100505535.html
dkp993
Footballguy
KarmaPolice
Footballguy
One of these days I might actually get a 4K TV. 
leftcoastguy7
Footballguy
I had a Panasonic plasma that was 12 and a half years old. Thing was a OAK. Never a problem. 720pOne of these days I might actually get a 4K TV.
Still going strong but I donated it to Goodwill. 12 and a half years is long enough! I bought a new OLED.
KarmaPolice
Footballguy
I am always way behind on tech. Cheaper that way I guess. I know the tvs are cheap, but a bit for me is having trash internet and doubting being able to stream 4k + hitting the point that i don't want to buy my movie collectionyet again so I have it in 4k.
dkp993
Footballguy
I hear ya, my Samsung pn64f8500 is 7 yrs old and still rocks. Not one issue, was one of the best TV’s on the market at the time. I’m itching to upgrade to a 75+ inch so I might soon but this bad boy just keeps trucking along.
Andy Dufresne
Footballguy
A/B compared Back To The Future on 4k Disc versus 4k Streaming...I THINK I noticed the difference but can't be sure it wasn't confirmation bias.
I'd guess four out of five people wouldn't notice a difference most of the time.
I'd guess four out of five people wouldn't notice a difference most of the time.
Hawks64
Footballguy
If you're internet is good enough you it should be hard to notice. I don't notice much at all streaming 4K from my NAS vs 4k from Netflix/Amazon/etc.
I will say that if you aren't using a dedicated device to stream ie not using the TV apps, you're missing a ton. I use a Nvidia Shield Pro and man the AI upscaling is phenomenal as is the native 4k streaming. I was using an Amazon Fire TV 4k and it's pretty much crap compared to the Nvidia. I was really surprised.
Andy Dufresne
Footballguy
Now why'd you have to go and tell me that? I had been looking at getting an Nvidia but I thought "Nah, it can't really be better, can it?"
Hawks64
Footballguy
It is. I was shocked honestly. I got it because the Amazon Fire had all sorts of buffering and audio issues with streaming from the NAS. Zero issues with the Shield.
mphtrilogy
Footballguy
The OLED sale just went live at Costco and I just ordered this 65" CX model for $1850 plus tax and it includes a 3 year extended warranty. This is my first upgrade in 14 years, coming from a DLP so looking forward to it!
https://www.costco.com/lg-65"-class---cx-series---4k-uhd-oled-tv---%24100-allstate-protection-plan-bundle-included.product.100657326.html
https://www.costco.com/lg-65"-class---cx-series---4k-uhd-oled-tv---%24100-allstate-protection-plan-bundle-included.product.100657326.html
Ilov80s
Footballguy
That’s super tempting. Might have to pull the trigger. My Panasonic Plasma (1080) still looks fantastic imo but I just wish it was higher (47). Feels like time to upgrade everything. I need to find somewhere to put the plasma though, no way I can toss it.’ The Picture is better than the much newer Vizio LED I have in my living room.
snellman
Footballguy
After debating between 1 75" or 2 60" in the basement, I have decided to go with the 1 big one. It will mainly be used for kids gaming and TV when they have their buddies over because it will be a while before they are out of the house and I get my man cave. Best Buy has a couple right now at a good price for pre black friday and wondering if anyone has experience with either:
https://www.bestbuy.com/site/compare?skus=6424069,6430858
I know neither one is top line, but at this time I am not looking to spend a bunch because it will mainly be boys TV for games with the occasional sports.
https://www.bestbuy.com/site/compare?skus=6424069,6430858
I know neither one is top line, but at this time I am not looking to spend a bunch because it will mainly be boys TV for games with the occasional sports.
Ilov80s
Footballguy
I have 2 TCL TVs, a smaller one in the bedroom and one outside for the patio. They look fine, work well, the smart TV setup is easy to use. They would be great for what you are going for.
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I have two Panasonic Plasmas. Replaced my 46" in my living room with a 55" OLED LG C9 and it really is an upgrade.
The brightness is the one thing that really stands out. Moved the plasma to my daughters room.
So now I have a 60" plasma in my basement that I consider replacing everyday. Ugh.
The Flying Turtle
Footballguy
Van Dyman
Footballguy
2 years after buying my 65" Sony XBR900E, I am kicking myself for not putting up the extra dough for an LG OLED. Regret it at least every other day.
Ilov80s
Footballguy
That’s good to hear. I’m going back and forth right now on whether to go for broke on the $1900 LG or save some cash and get an even bigger Hisense
Hawks64
Footballguy
I was in the same boat last year. I went bigger and don't regret it at all. Going from two plasmas so 4k was an incredible upgrade. Add in I only spent 1400 I won't feel like I wasted cash if I upgrade in another year or two?
Ilov80s
Footballguy
Just took the plunge on the Costco deal for the 65' LG 4K OLED and Denon receiver. Just need the 4k player and 2 more height speakers and I will fully be in business.
Otis
Footballguy
Got a 48” and installed it in our main TV room recently. Was waiting because the cutout over the fireplace wouldn’t accommodate anything bigger. Love it.
Charlie Harper
Footballguy
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