mark_gsi
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right i cant really find anywhere on the net to look ive checked comet, currys, argos and littlewoods and theres nothing special on any of them argos was about the best, any where else and what have you got. must be a pritty big system though 
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Butler
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I was thinking the other day, they seem kinda pointless, seeing as how mp3s have really began to take over. In my flat I have a sub with a couple of speakers, all I do is plug in the mac and wack itunes on. Does the job, will play cds too if I wanted!
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mark_gsi
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actualy when you put it like that im looking at getting a new laptop so maybe i should just look for a nice suround sound or somthing i could plug it into?
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LeeM
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i have a surround sound which has an input fot my laptop, job done!
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Butler
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Mine goes straight in the headphone socket
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John
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Some people like music from a couple of good stereo speakers powered by a decent amp, most mp3 docks don't cut the mustard.
I use my 5.1 for my music but that's more through lack of space, still not close to a decent set of stereo floorstanders.
If you aren't an audiophile though an ipod dock or a set of computer speakers and amp will probably suffice though.
[Edited on 30-12-2008 by John]
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mark_gsi
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yea ill have a look at a few surround sound systems then same as what you have got.
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Tommy L
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Have you got an ipod?
The Bose ipod docks are awesome as an alternative
[Edited on 30-12-2008 by corsa_tomtom]
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Butler
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Its not a dock I use, its a couple of speakers and a sub designed originally for use with a computer. Made by logitech iirc.
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Carl
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"comet, currys, argos and littlewoods" You arn't going to find anything decent there. You need to work out what you want, ie what you actually want it to do and what is important, then get a budget in mind and see what the best is out of that.
What do you mean by big system? Loud? Doesn't necessarily have to be big to have some oomph.
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Chris F
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Want this sort of thing?
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jacko198
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Take a look at the bose companion 5's, ive got them and love them! Surround sound, from just 2 tiny satellite speakers and a sub
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John
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You don't really get surround though, it's nowhere near comparable to having the extra speakers behind you.
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mazdaspeed
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Ive been into Hi Fi for years, always go for a seperates system as they sound much better... so speakers/amp/cd player/ipod dock. The best shop for budget hi fi is richer sounds - they're friendly and not pushy and will let you take equipment to try it out at home too... check this link out for some of their systems. Personally I would spend the most on speakers then amp then cd player. My 2p worth
[Edited on 31-12-2008 by mazdaspeed]
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jacko198
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Veryy true, it just depends what you want to use them for. I have never watched a movie on mine, and just use them for music in my bedroom, and for that they are perfect!
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Butler
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Yeah same, although it does seem like we are coming towards the point where one sound system will be suitable for all.
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Chris F
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quote:
Originally posted by mazdaspeed
Ive been into Hi Fi for years, always go for a seperates system as they sound much better... so speakers/amp/cd player/ipod dock. The best shop for budget hi fi is richer sounds - they're friendly and not pushy and will let you take equipment to try it out at home too... check this link out for some of their systems. Personally I would spend the most on speakers then amp then cd player. My 2p worth
[Edited on 31-12-2008 by mazdaspeed]
Great Shop, Most/All my gear is from there!
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Half Pint
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you want a pair of these hooked to your amp....
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VegasPhil
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Want a mini-system?
John Lewis have a decent deal on an Onkyo one 
Onkyo CS-325UK
Cheapest anywhere, iPod dock and brilliant sound 
http://www.johnlewis.com/230525878/Product.aspx
EDIT: Just read you wanted a big system. Habe you looked at Richer Sounds?
[Edited on 31-12-2008 by VegasPhil]
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