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Cheap Airplay solution

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  • 16-02-2017 3:57am
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    rambunctious1
    Registered Users Posts: 58 ✭✭


    Hi there, I'm looking for a cheapish solution to compliment what I have already. Quality isn't a massive issue as I'm streaming Spotify from iPhone or Alexa and my current TV has crap audio output, but I'd like something that could boost volume. Bluetooth isn't an option but Airplay would be the ideal. Essentially, I'm looking for the cheapest option that accepts Airplay and a couple of other inputs. 
    I might be asking for too much, but for example, the Samsung R1 fits in with my Smartthings security system... but I can't see it integrate with my telly or acting as a central audio output for my telly and Virgin Media box. Or a soundbar that will let be stream media from an Apple device but work seamlessly as an audio output from the telly. I have a Harmony Elite remote so switching things is a touch of a button.
    Any ideas? If the solution was right, I'd spend the money.

    Actually, something with HDMI and optical in might do the trick.


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    Richersounds.ie: Kenny
    Company Representative Posts: 17,282 ✭✭✭✭Richersounds.ie: Kenny


    rambunctious1 wrote: »
    Hi there, I'm looking for a cheapish solution to compliment what I have already. Quality isn't a massive issue as I'm streaming Spotify from iPhone or Alexa and my current TV has crap audio output, but I'd like something that could boost volume. Bluetooth isn't an option but Airplay would be the ideal. Essentially, I'm looking for the cheapest option that accepts Airplay and a couple of other inputs. 
    I might be asking for too much, but for example, the Samsung R1 fits in with my Smartthings security system... but I can't see it integrate with my telly or acting as a central audio output for my telly and Virgin Media box. Or a soundbar that will let be stream media from an Apple device but work seamlessly as an audio output from the telly. I have a Harmony Elite remote so switching things is a touch of a button.
    Any ideas? If the solution was right, I'd spend the money.

    Actually, something with HDMI and optical in might do the trick.
    Hi Rambunctious1.

    The Airplay function will be the awkward bit as I cant think of a cheap product that has this.

    For soundbars most now use bluetooth for connecting to phones and tablets. Is there an y reason why bluetooth is no an option?

    LG offer up the SH7 soundbar which uses googlecast while its not airplay it maybe a suitable alternative for what you are trying to achieve. Does have Optical and HDMI connections also.
    Currently priced at £259.00
    http://www.richersounds.com/product/soundbars-sound-base/lg/sh7/lg-sh7

    Would this be of use?

    Let me know what you think.


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    rambunctious1
    Registered Users Posts: 58 ✭✭rambunctious1


    Richersounds.ie: Kenny wrote: »
    The Airplay function will be the awkward bit as I cant think of a cheap product that has this.

    For soundbars most now use bluetooth for connecting to phones and tablets. Is there an y reason why bluetooth is no an option?

    LG offer up the SH7 soundbar which uses googlecast while its not airplay it maybe a suitable alternative for what you are trying to achieve. Does have Optical and HDMI connections also.
    Currently priced at £259.00
    http://www.richersounds.com/product/soundbars-sound-base/lg/sh7/lg-sh7

    Would this be of use?

    Let me know what you think.
    After a fair amount of research I've given up on a soundbar altogether and ended up with a couple of Samsung R1 speakers. The R1's are great, work in stereo and don't require any of the messing about with pairing sources and unpairing that you get with bluetooth devices. This has lead me to think about replacing the old telly. I'm looking at the Samsung UE49KU6400 and from what I can see, the R1's would be compatible and I could probably use them as rear speakers to boost the TV's sound. Would you be able to confirm that this setup is possible on this model? Could you also confirm availability and best euro price including delivery to Galway?
    Many thanks in advance.
    [font=Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif]49KU6400[/font]


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    Richersounds.ie: Kenny
    Company Representative Posts: 17,282 ✭✭✭✭Richersounds.ie: Kenny


    rambunctious1 wrote: »
    Richersounds.ie: Kenny wrote: »
    The Airplay function will be the awkward bit as I cant think of a cheap product that has this.

    For soundbars most now use bluetooth for connecting to phones and tablets. Is there an y reason why bluetooth is no an option?

    LG offer up the SH7 soundbar which uses googlecast while its not airplay it maybe a suitable alternative for what you are trying to achieve. Does have Optical and HDMI connections also.
    Currently priced at £259.00
    http://www.richersounds.com/product/soundbars-sound-base/lg/sh7/lg-sh7

    Would this be of use?

    Let me know what you think.
    After a fair amount of research I've given up on a soundbar altogether and ended up with a couple of Samsung R1 speakers. The R1's are great, work in stereo and don't require any of the messing about with pairing sources and unpairing that you get with bluetooth devices. This has lead me to think about replacing the old telly. I'm looking at the Samsung UE49KU6400 and from what I can see, the R1's would be compatible and I could probably use them as rear speakers to boost the TV's sound. Would you be able to confirm that this setup is possible on this model? Could you also confirm availability and best euro price including delivery to Galway?
    Many thanks in advance.
    [font=Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif]49KU6400[/font]
    Hi Rambunctious1,

    I have had a read into this and it seems you would only be able to use the R1s as rears if it was running with a soundbar. They will work as a stereo pair with your TV as 2.0 but it appears it will override the TV sound. From the RS website:

    [font=MuseoSans, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif]Place two R1s next to your TV to create a wireless 2.1 system or connect a soundbar and two R1 speakers as rear speakers creating a wireless 5.1 surround system that will drastically improve your movie and music experience.[/font]


    [font=MuseoSans, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif]I hope you have found this info helpful.[/font]


    [font=MuseoSans, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif]Kind regards[/font]


    [font=MuseoSans, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif]David[/font]


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    rambunctious1
    Registered Users Posts: 58 ✭✭rambunctious1


    Richersounds.ie: Kenny wrote: »
    Hi Rambunctious1,

    I have had a read into this and it seems you would only be able to use the R1s as rears if it was running with a soundbar. They will work as a stereo pair with your TV as 2.0 but it appears it will override the TV sound. From the RS website:

    [font=MuseoSans, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif]Place two R1s next to your TV to create a wireless 2.1 system or connect a soundbar and two R1 speakers as rear speakers creating a wireless 5.1 surround system that will drastically improve your movie and music experience.[/font]


    [font=MuseoSans, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif]I hope you have found this info helpful.[/font]


    [font=MuseoSans, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif]Kind regards[/font]


    [font=MuseoSans, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif]David[/font]

    That's great David. So I'd still get 2.1 with the R1's! Any word on price and availability etc...?


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    Richersounds.ie: Kenny
    Company Representative Posts: 17,282 ✭✭✭✭Richersounds.ie: Kenny


    rambunctious1 wrote: »
    Richersounds.ie: Kenny wrote: »
    Hi Rambunctious1,

    I have had a read into this and it seems you would only be able to use the R1s as rears if it was running with a soundbar. They will work as a stereo pair with your TV as 2.0 but it appears it will override the TV sound. From the RS website:

    [font=MuseoSans, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif]Place two R1s next to your TV to create a wireless 2.1 system or connect a soundbar and two R1 speakers as rear speakers creating a wireless 5.1 surround system that will drastically improve your movie and music experience.[/font]


    [font=MuseoSans, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif]I hope you have found this info helpful.[/font]


    [font=MuseoSans, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif]Kind regards[/font]


    [font=MuseoSans, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif]David[/font]

    That's great David. So I'd still get 2.1 with the R1's! Any word on price and availability etc...?
    They are priced at £139 each but are currently very low in availability in our main warehouse. I could try to order you 2 but couldn't guarantee getting stock at the moment.

    Kind regards

    David


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    rambunctious1
    Registered Users Posts: 58 ✭✭rambunctious1


    Richersounds.ie: Kenny wrote: »
    They are priced at £139 each but are currently very low in availability in our main warehouse. I could try to order you 2 but couldn't guarantee getting stock at the moment.

    Kind regards

    David

    Sorry David. It's the UE49KU6400 I'm looking for. I have the R1's already.


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    Richersounds.ie: Kenny
    Company Representative Posts: 17,282 ✭✭✭✭Richersounds.ie: Kenny


    rambunctious1 wrote: »
    Richersounds.ie: Kenny wrote: »
    They are priced at £139 each but are currently very low in availability in our main warehouse. I could try to order you 2 but couldn't guarantee getting stock at the moment.

    Kind regards

    David

    Sorry David. It's the UE49KU6400 I'm looking for. I have the R1's already.
    Hi Rambunctious1.

    The 49KU6400 is currently priced at £549.00 with £6.99 shipping
    http://www.richersounds.ie/p-202044-ue49ku6400.aspx

    Currently in stock and ready to ship (Our next shipping date is Tuesday 18th due to Easter)

    Let me know what you think.


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    rambunctious1
    Registered Users Posts: 58 ✭✭rambunctious1


    Richersounds.ie: Kenny wrote: »
    Hi Rambunctious1.

    The 49KU6400 is currently priced at £549.00 with £6.99 shipping
    http://www.richersounds.ie/p-202044-ue49ku6400.aspx

    Currently in stock and ready to ship (Our next shipping date is Tuesday 18th due to Easter)

    Let me know what you think.

    Thanks Kenny. Sounds good, I'll go with that. Is just ordering through your site the best way to go?


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    Richersounds.ie: Kenny
    Company Representative Posts: 17,282 ✭✭✭✭Richersounds.ie: Kenny


    rambunctious1 wrote: »
    Richersounds.ie: Kenny wrote: »
    Hi Rambunctious1.

    The 49KU6400 is currently priced at £549.00 with £6.99 shipping
    http://www.richersounds.ie/p-202044-ue49ku6400.aspx

    Currently in stock and ready to ship (Our next shipping date is Tuesday 18th due to Easter)

    Let me know what you think.

    Thanks Kenny. Sounds good, I'll go with that. Is just ordering through your site the best way to go?
    Hi Rambunctions1.

    Ordering via the website is very straight forward and it does all the checks there and then speeding things along a little.

    However if you would prefer to speak to a human and place the order you can drop me your contact number in a PM and i can give you a call.


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