$3000 AV System at 30 Paces - Sam vs. Troy

An argument raged: the best home theatre system under $3K not including a DVD player? The opportunity for each side to publish their respective arguments was the only respite. Here they are...

SAM - Total System RRP - $2995

Denon AVR 1604 Surround Receiver

Mission M30 Bookshelf Speakers x2

Mission M3c1 Centre Speaker

Legend Acoustics Kurlette Subwoofer

"With all entry level systems the lack of a dynamic amplifier is the biggest problem. Even if you’ve got big speakers, your amp won’t be able to drive them well enough to produce deep, tight bass. With a budget system I like to pick a good little receiver and partner them with detailed, punchy little speakers and add a really decent sub to fill out that bottom end. The Legend Kurlette is the best sub I think we’ve EVER had at it’s price point and I just love it – powerful, tight and really tuneful." - Sam

TROY - Total System RRP - $2997

Cambridge Audio 540R AV Receiver

Mission M33 Speakers

Mission M3c2 Centre

Mission M3ds BiPole Surrounds

"What no sub? Not wanting to scrimp on any area or this system, I’ve opted not to include one. It allows us to go for an excellent amp, and the floor standers in the front still provide plenty of slam. Great sounding package, excellent rears and centre. Look to the future with the sub as an upgrade option." - Troy

Two fine systems but neither might be right for you - talk to our staff to design your ultimate setup. (Systems do not include cabling)