Hi!

I just sold my Yamaha AV 5.1 setup since I wanted a more minimal setup for my living room. Now, I’d like to purchase a new sound system for my LG C1 + Apple TV.

Currently considering hooking up 2x Homepod Gen 2 as stereo pair (or even Gen 1 if you tell me that they’d do the job, I’ve seen some used ones at very good prices)

Are there any other good alternatives that provide seamless connectivity / good audio / minimal look & feel? Homepod owners, how’s your experience been so far?

I listen to a lot of music, but also enjoy tv shows, movies, sports and games on my PS5.

Thank you in advance!

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  • dfiler@alien.topBEnglish
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    1 year ago

    Just about any powered pair of speakers will sound better than homepods or a soundbar. You could get a cheapo pair or something like SVS wireless prime or Kanto TUK. This would also use of a subwoofer if you should ever want one again.

  • thealexvond@alien.topBEnglish
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    1 year ago

    I honestly have a HomePod (Gen 2) and Sonos + IKEA Symphonisk setup and it’s incredible. The Symphonish is not the top of the line for Sonos, but you get solid sound from them. I have them on bookshelves on either side of my couch and then the HomePods are in front of the TV

  • carpetnoodlecat@alien.topBEnglish
    2·
    1 year ago

    Like others have said, Sonos arc plus a sub and two surrounds is a good bet. That’s what I have with a setup similar to yours

  • Tommo_Gnsy@alien.topBEnglish
    1·
    1 year ago

    I have the Sony HT-A9 system and I was blown away by how amazing it sounds I’ve had Dolby atmos for a good few years on many other systems and this is by far the best sounding so far. It blows the Sonos arc out the window.

  • YouthOfTheNation1@alien.topOPBEnglish
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    1 year ago

    Thank you all for your comments and ideas. Just wanted to share that I’ve discovered the Sonos ecosystem thanks to your comments and I’ve decided to purchase a Sonos Beam Gen 2. I will be improving my setup as I go with the Sub Mini and the One’s, presumably next year already.