raff Posted May 23, 2019 Author Share Posted May 23, 2019 (edited) 1 hour ago, Krix Loudspeakers said: Hi @raff, The Tryptix is a discontinued speaker, however 3 x Sonix would work very well here (they have the same MTM as the Tryptix and Symmetrix). I think you'd find they'd suit the application well. Cheers, Michael Thanks Micheal, I already have the Tryptix from a previous set up and keen to use them again? Would they still be suitable to lay horizontal as sketched? Any benefit in running 3x Sonix over the Trytix in cabinet? I could use 2 of the Tryptix as rear surrounds? Edited May 23, 2019 by raff Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Krix Loudspeakers Posted May 23, 2019 Share Posted May 23, 2019 41 minutes ago, raff said: Thanks Micheal, I already have the Tryptix from a previous set up and keen to use them again? Would they still be suitable to lay horizontal as sketched? Any benefit in running 3x Sonix over the Trytix in cabinet? I could use 2 of the Tryptix as rear surrounds? Oh if that's the case I'd absolutely use them. The Sonix is very similar, just in a black timber cabinet with slightly different dimensions. If the Tryptix suited better as surrounds (easily wall mountable and gloss enclosure) then you could certainly pair them with Sonix at the front. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
raff Posted May 23, 2019 Author Share Posted May 23, 2019 1 hour ago, Krix Loudspeakers said: Oh if that's the case I'd absolutely use them. The Sonix is very similar, just in a black timber cabinet with slightly different dimensions. If the Tryptix suited better as surrounds (easily wall mountable and gloss enclosure) then you could certainly pair them with Sonix at the front. Great, thank you. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EZYHD Posted May 23, 2019 Share Posted May 23, 2019 4 hours ago, raff said: Very neat, l like it. How did the speakers work being below the screen? All the speakers were Earthquake from US and once on they filled the room, you see we just don't like boxes and they suited us fine, mind you it was about 2008 and that HT was the catalyst to commence EZYHD along with quite a few from DTV forums asking me to bring some back from OS trade show in HK) as HDMI cables in them days were not plentiful and a frightful price. The reason the guy bought the house (for a record amount at the time) was the HT. Few more pics... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
raff Posted May 24, 2019 Author Share Posted May 24, 2019 23 hours ago, EZYHD said: All the speakers were Earthquake from US and once on they filled the room, you see we just don't like boxes and they suited us fine, mind you it was about 2008 and that HT was the catalyst to commence EZYHD along with quite a few from DTV forums asking me to bring some back from OS trade show in HK) as HDMI cables in them days were not plentiful and a frightful price. The reason the guy bought the house (for a record amount at the time) was the HT. Few more pics... Looks great mate! Love everything neat and mostly hidden- great to keep the kids out of it! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EZYHD Posted May 24, 2019 Share Posted May 24, 2019 Yes we must have the HT WAF wherever we have a house. The good woman must have it all neat and tidy 100% of the time too. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
raff Posted May 31, 2019 Author Share Posted May 31, 2019 (edited) Thanks to all that replied to this topic. Great to have some input to come up with a workable and wife approved solution! I have started some work on the sketch from above and have decided the Krix speakers horizontal and hidden in cabinet will be a good compromise for keeping things neat and negating the need for a acoustic screen. I spoke with Screen Technics who will make me a custom screen to fit the recess. Ends up approx 90’ viewing size which will be enough for kids movies!! I have started making up the speaker cloth doors to make sure wife is happy and will get some black melamine ripped up for the carcass. cheers Edited May 31, 2019 by raff 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EZYHD Posted June 1, 2019 Share Posted June 1, 2019 I wish I was that handy!. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
raff Posted June 12, 2019 Author Share Posted June 12, 2019 (edited) On 01/06/2019 at 10:13 AM, EZYHD said: I wish I was that handy!. I wish I understood HDMI cables!! Top cabinet in. Waiting for screen to arrive to finish bottom cover panel. Bottom cabinet carcass job for the weekend! Edited June 12, 2019 by raff 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EZYHD Posted June 15, 2019 Share Posted June 15, 2019 This was my third PJ with builtins a few years back. Hid screen in ceiling void. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Johnny_Boy Posted June 15, 2019 Share Posted June 15, 2019 I had this exact cutout. Used a drop down tab tensioned screen and PSA 110’s for LCR places horizontal with the horn as rotated. (and for surrounds for that matter!) add in a PSA S3000i and Submersive for 15”x4 sub goodness. Works really well Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
raff Posted June 15, 2019 Author Share Posted June 15, 2019 Looks great. I think a sensible a compromise was made thanks to this forum. I have the bottom carcass almost done. Will get it together in the next few weeks and post back. Just need to choose a projector and TV that will keep the kids happy for a few years until I upgrade to something decent! Cheers Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
raff Posted July 4, 2019 Author Share Posted July 4, 2019 (edited) Screen Technics screen arrived and installed this week, along with a 65’ Samsung TV. Very happy with the ST quality, built like a tank. Hidden up behind the overhead cabinet well, I put a removable trim to hide the cainnister and looks very discrete. Happy days! Bottom cabinet finished and will install over the next few days Edited July 4, 2019 by raff 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EZYHD Posted July 5, 2019 Share Posted July 5, 2019 (edited) Have to like that very neat, similar to what we did few years ago. Edited July 5, 2019 by EZYHD 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
raff Posted July 6, 2019 Author Share Posted July 6, 2019 Nice! Thanks for the splitter EZY- working beautifully! Lower cabinet installed, will be putting a timber top on once my wife decides which timber she would like! Installed Krix Tryptix along with a Denon 1500H, Apple 4K TV, Sony Blu Ray player, EZYHD splitter and Harmony Companion to control the lot. Very happy with the Krix Tryptix and Seismix sub combo. I placed them on some foam eggshell and the shape means they naturally face upwards towards ear level. Despite the fronts being in a non ideal position, it is certainly enough for the purpose. Very crisp and full sound, even stereo is fantastic. I have picked up a another set and will be using them for surrounds, so 5 Tryptix and inceiling for Atmos. My young bloke is very excited! 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hopefullguy Posted July 6, 2019 Share Posted July 6, 2019 (edited) you dont close that cabinet when using the avr do you? if so watch heat build up. Edited July 6, 2019 by hopefullguy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
raff Posted July 6, 2019 Author Share Posted July 6, 2019 (edited) 1 hour ago, hopefullguy said: you dont close that cabinet when using the avr do you? if so watch heat build up. Yes cabinet closed. Cabinet has open back and running 2 AC infinity fans on a slave circuit. Have the same set up in my living room and runs cooler in the cabinet than my previous open TV bench! Edited July 6, 2019 by raff 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Amoeba with special needs Posted July 7, 2019 Share Posted July 7, 2019 12 hours ago, raff said: Yes cabinet closed. Cabinet has open back and running 2 AC infinity fans on a slave circuit. Have the same set up in my living room and runs cooler in the cabinet than my previous open TV bench! Very nice setup. How is the slave circuit setup. Is it through the 12 volt trigger on the amp or do you have another solution? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
raff Posted July 7, 2019 Author Share Posted July 7, 2019 1 hour ago, Amoeba with special needs said: Very nice setup. How is the slave circuit setup. Is it through the 12 volt trigger on the amp or do you have another solution? Unfortunately on this amp the USB is powered even on standby. I use a Master/Slave power board. When amp is turned on, slave sockets become active. I have been using the Avico brand from Selbys with no issues. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
betty boop Posted July 12, 2019 Share Posted July 12, 2019 great to see raff, see have the telly going.... so have you had the screen down yet system in full flight ? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
oztheatre Posted July 12, 2019 Share Posted July 12, 2019 On 05/07/2019 at 12:03 AM, raff said: Screen Technics screen arrived and installed this week, along with a 65’ Samsung TV. Very happy with the ST quality, built like a tank. Hidden up behind the overhead cabinet well, I put a removable trim to hide the cainnister and looks very discrete. Happy days! Bottom cabinet finished and will install over the next few days Very nice, very flat screen too, aussie made! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
raff Posted July 15, 2019 Author Share Posted July 15, 2019 On 12/07/2019 at 6:37 PM, oztheatre said: Very nice, very flat screen too, aussie made! Aussie made screen, Aussie made speakers and (amateur) Aussie made cabinets! The only way to go 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
raff Posted July 15, 2019 Author Share Posted July 15, 2019 Cabinets finished. Used all Blum soft close hinges, push to opens and upper cabinet lifters. Runs nice and smooth! For the investment, I’m very happy. Nothing exciting but for a discreet install- sounds great and most importantly keeps the kids happy without the equipment open to little fingers! Thanks for for all the input and feedback! image upload 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
raff Posted July 15, 2019 Author Share Posted July 15, 2019 (edited) On 12/07/2019 at 4:11 PM, betty boop said: great to see raff, see have the telly going.... so have you had the screen down yet system in full flight ? Thanks mate! The kids are a few movies in, I have streamed the TDF is all I’ve manage so far! I need to pick a decent movie and hand the kids over to the grandparents and give it the berries! Edited July 15, 2019 by raff 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HDobsession Posted July 25, 2019 Share Posted July 25, 2019 Nice work on your install. Enjoy! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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