Recent content by Cardamom

Thanks for these fantastically detailed instructions. All seems pretty clear now. I'll order the stuff now and report back in a few months once everything is set up.

For the mounts, Vantage Point BSM-B look perfect - much more discreet than the one I'd initially mentioned, and with more vertical tilting range - both great points. It's harder to tell from the drawing though how much horizontal pivot this alternative offers, as well as whether it allows me to...

For the stairs & sub placement: Sorry, should have indicated better on the diagram. Bottom is actually on the long side (platform will be about 6 ft high), and top is near the entrance hall. Which I think means the SVS (forward firing) sub is safest option. The only other solution I could...

Thanks for all this so far. Lots to think about. Already, I've had a look at the three subs you suggested, and one difference that jumps out is that both the HSU models are down-firing, while the SVS is front-firing. Given what you know of my intended placement - and the preponderance of...

This is all very helpful already, thanks again!. My responses to your questions are as follows: a) For transport: no problem to repackage. 70lbs per bag is the limit, as is 62" in overall size. The customs limit is us$500 total per trip. b) Two bookshelf speakers + a sub was also what I'd...

Dear ien2222, Thanks also for your reply. My answers to your questions are as follows: a) Shipping isn't an issue, since I can collect the items when I pass through Miami (work obliges quite frequently). Weight/size limits are same as airline baggage allowance. For customs purposes, budget...

Dear americanaudiophile, Thanks so much for the detailed reply. If you don't mind, though, I have a few more doubts. Please find these detailed in the comments/questions I've inserted to your response below: