I’ve spent years trying to get surround sound setups to work well with music and was never totally happy with the results. About a year ago, I accidentally ended up trying the opposite: Build a great setup for music, then adapt it to surround sound afterwards. I loved the results and wanted to share them with you all - Even if you completely disagree, maybe some of the suggestions and scenarios I provide will inspire your setup? While I do NOT think my setup is the best option for everyone, I did want to share links in case you’re interested. Some are affiliate links, as that’s how this channel survives - but please note the amp* & front speakers are NOT affiliate links - I talk about them because I think they’re great (for the money!), not because I’m being paid to shill them ;p Amp: https://www.safeandsoundhq.com/pages/search-results-page?q=nad%20T%20758%20V3i%20 Ascend Acoustics CBM-170 SE: http://www.ascendacoustics.com/pages/products/speakers/cbm170/cbm170.html Yamaha MSP5 Studio Monitor: https://amzn.to/3xMkLXA Ground Loop Isolator: https://amzn.to/3ALPPr0 XLR switch: https://amzn.to/3VwKtbk HDMI Splitter: https://amzn.to/3lcr6VS NAD C 316BEE Amp: https://amzn.to/3742YzY Speakers Near CRT’s: https://www.retrorgb.com/crts-magnetically-shielded-speakers.html ELAC Debut 2.0 B6.2: https://amzn.to/3jv2g1f ELAC Debut 2.0 B5.2: https://amzn.to/3upxGN2 True audiophiles will enjoy reading about the more expensive speakers I eventually want to buy as the front’s: http://forum.ascendacoustics.com/showthread.php?7588-Introducing-the-Sierra-LX Awesome channels for high-end stuff: https://www.youtube.com/@SkyFiAudio https://www.audioholics.com/ *If you own the same NAD T 758 V3i amp and are getting HDMI signal (audio or video) dropouts, the section starting at 10:16 is a MUST WATCH! I’d be willing to bet anyone running a 4K signal with HDMI cables longer than 6ft will need the same fix! **If affiliate links were available for the amp & speakers, I'd totally use them.  If that upsets you, go into the comments and talk about it ;p 00:00 Intro 01:45 Speaker Overview 10:16 Amp Tips & Setup 23:38 Final Thoughts Please consider supporting this channel via monthly support services, tips, or even just by using our affiliate links to purchase things you were already going to buy anyway, at no extra cost to you: https://www.retrorgb.com/support.html T-Shirts: https://www.retrorgb.com/store.html All equipment used to shoot this video can be found here: https://www.amazon.com/shop/retrorgb ... https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5_ircUCLxeE

This week's podcast is sponsored by JLCPCB! Spend only $2 for 5pcs 1-4 layer PCBs ; PCBA from $0: https://jlcpcb.com/DRE Please consider supporting this channel via monthly support services, tips, or even just by using our affiliate links to purchase things you were already going to buy anyway, at no extra cost to you: https://www.retrorgb.com/support.html More info & link to audio-only version: http://retrorgb.com/week298.html T-Shirts: https://retrorgb.link/tshirts All equipment used to shoot this video can be found here: http://retrorgb.link/amazon 00:00 Welcome 00:44 VB Racer adds link play: https://www.retrorgb.com/elevate-speed-adds-link-play.html 02:38 JLCPCB’s BOM import and sourcing (sponsored post) 06:16 Awesome Nomad Mod: https://www.retrorgb.com/new-incredibly-capable-mod-kit-for-the-sega-nomad.html 12:16 Electronic VGM DJ: https://www.retrorgb.com/dedeco-is-djing-mixes-that-highlight-electronic-vgm.html 13:40 Save File Converter: https://www.retrorgb.com/save-file-converter.html 15:49 Mythbusting Display Lag: https://www.retrorgb.com/mythbusting-display-lag.html Display Lag Podcast: https://www.retrorgb.com/talking-display-lag-with-nick-zach.html 19:22 Lu’s MiSTer Updates: https://www.retrorgb.com/mister-fpga-news-updates-new-cores-nes-mappers-help-system-and-more.html 22:36 WASCA Cart Updated: https://www.retrorgb.com/wasca-cart-migrates-to-faster-architecture.html 26:10 Whatnot stream & “Pay Retail” event: http://retrorgb.link/whatnot ... https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Su3AcpsZuB0