I have a media room that about 18x13x10 or 2300 cubic feet. First row will sit close to 12 feet from screen with second row being a bar top about 14-15 feet from screen.
I have wiring done for 7.1, but my rear speakers would need to be in the ceiling. My side surround is in between the two seating areas and I could potentially have an issue with the media room door hitting one if it were a bookshelf speaker and door was opened all the way. I probably will still want to go with bookshelf rather than in wall. The door height is about 6'8'', so I wasn't sure if going higher on my side surround would create an issue as the primary seating area will be the front row and it will be a couch so you will sit lower to the floor.
I have a budget of $3K. I could go up to $4K if there is a true gap in quality, but would rather stay in the $3 to $3500 range. I have looked at a lot of stuff online, but have been unable to determine what would be the best option for my setup so any help would be appreciated.
I have wiring done for 7.1, but my rear speakers would need to be in the ceiling. My side surround is in between the two seating areas and I could potentially have an issue with the media room door hitting one if it were a bookshelf speaker and door was opened all the way. I probably will still want to go with bookshelf rather than in wall. The door height is about 6'8'', so I wasn't sure if going higher on my side surround would create an issue as the primary seating area will be the front row and it will be a couch so you will sit lower to the floor.
I have a budget of $3K. I could go up to $4K if there is a true gap in quality, but would rather stay in the $3 to $3500 range. I have looked at a lot of stuff online, but have been unable to determine what would be the best option for my setup so any help would be appreciated.