Cory's Basement Project **Opinions Please**

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I have been a long time site visiter but have only been a member for a short while.

I purchased a new home and I have been blessed with an unfinished basement. I have been thinking a lot about home theatre construction and I would like some opinions and ideas for my play room and proper sound accoustics.

I have the oportunity to build a theatre room but I entertain a lot and I like the open concept party room where people playing pool can watch tv.

My concern is the size of my room and how to set up speakers. I would like to upgrade my current psb speakers to something a little more powerful.

I have a 72' Toshiba that fits perfectly in the wall cut out (same as main level where the tv is currently) and I would like to keep it there.

I was thinking of running some in ceiling speakers for my rear surround and 7.1 surround but I don't know if that's my best option. I have the oportunity to hide wiring and I would like a clean install.

Any tips, different ideas or suggestions are greatly appreciated. I have attached a blank canvas for your own personalization.

My Components:

TV -Toshiba Cinema Series 72MX195
Toshiba HD DVD Player
PS3
HD PVR
Receiver - Yamaha HTR 6090 Receiver
Speakers - To be determined

THANKS IN ADVANCE FOR ALL YOUR SUGGESTIONS!!