On February 1, 2010 at 15:41, suttonNJ said...
Hi
I discovered this thread while researching home audio systems. I'm in the process of evaluating Nuvo Grand Concerto vs Niles ZR-6 in my new home. I have 2 techs bidding on the job that have spec'd a 12 zone system for the Nuvo (2 receivers with 12 keypads) and a 14 zone (3 Niles ZR-6 with 14 keypads).
The installed Nuvo is running me 15K inclusive of IPOD, am/fm, 15 pairs of Episode 8" speakers, 1 Episode 12 channel amp.
The installed Niles system is circa $14K for the equipment (inclusive of Polk 8" speakers) + another 5K for installation, total 19K.
Considering there are many experts on this site, what is the opinion of these 2 systems. Niles costs 30% more - is it worth it? I've read tons of reviews and there are lovers and haters on both sides. What's the best value for my money. Both my husband and I are semi-technical and avid IPOD users, but I would rate us as intermediate sound folks. We have no experience in home audio systems so would love some expert advice.
The home I'm building is circa 8000 square feet. I am looking for an easy to use system where I can upload my music easily (predominantly mp3s but some CDs), have a central repository and easy to use keypads that are intuitive.
Thanks -
Lady in Jersey
8000 sq ft new home... last thing i am worried about is cost..... i would make sure the dealer is solid(find a dealer you can trust and dont shop the guy and compare systems, it will drive you crazy with he said she said bullshit!) and i would use a better system than the ones specified. why spend 15k-19k and get an ok system when you can spend a bit more and get a kick ass system...... ipods do not make good quality sound...it make convenience at the expense of sound!...
