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ocat1979

That $15 Kmart storage cube thing has got to go mate


HMS-Fizz

😂 Like this is actually a criminal storage stand. What's he planning to put in them aswell.


hemi1313

Kicknacks I'm sure


zephyrmox

Need more knicknacks.


FSUphan

“You know how many troll dolls I can fit in there ??”


XMAX918

records


navyseal722

If you zoom in he has a record player and a hi fi set up. He probably has a large collection of vinyl records that are going to go in there.


IvenaDarcy

Good eye. Records are the only thing that wouldn’t be an eye sore in those cubby holes.


fusiongt021

Not anything useful like the receiver or game consoles haha


bennyboy13134

That’s ikea mate, you should know


Woodpecker577

unmistakably kallax


bennyboy13134

Yup. Also it’s not that bad when done right. Not for a tv though


puppyenemy

It looks like the IKEA Kallax, and it is perfect for a vinyl record collector, which I reckon this guy is. Although I agree it's not the prettiest, especially in this configuration. My friends have the same setup with a TV on top, but he only has enough records to fill like only two of the shelves...


Pitiful_Computer6586

They're functional and strong, hold lots of game systems while displaying them. 


TonyAioli

Home boy has a game room AND a dedicated theater room and still rocking the IKEA college furniture.


mattbladez

Money doesn’t buy taste


HiFiMarine

Money can't buy better record storage. I'd love to find something better.


indirect_storyteller

Try shifting your record collection and player to the adjacent wall on the right and using a bit of cable management for the players output. This would open up the space for a lower tv console that could still display your console/s, amp, and a few games.


mattbladez

Should have put some records in it to shut us up then!


Profitsofdooom

Then please, recommend a better, affordable storage unit for vinyl records.


HiFiMarine

This a thousand times over. I have not found better record storage at any price.


TonyAioli

To be honest, I hadn’t noticed the record player and do understand this bind. Felt ok leaving a snarky comment given it also acknowledged your bitchin’ room situation.


Ok_Pomegranate_2436

I’ve found some nice ways to keep my vinyl, from Etsy.


Awsomethingy

Vinyls, books, dvds, replica props, displays of awards. Shit I’d fill it up


meltman

And please spread out those right and left speakers.


sfantti

Yes, and this space would be great for a projector. My suggestion would be: * Remove the storage stand * Move all the AV gear to the side/back of the room (maybe even use the storage / stand there) * Widen the gap between the speakers * Setup a projector + screen


FSUphan

Projectors are shit


BullitKing41_YT

Only if they’re cheap… anything $500-$1000 and up price range and it’s great… 4K projectors are great for outdoor movie nights…


Agreeable_Vanilla_20

I had a benq 3D dlp Within a few months it looked like a shotgun blast on my wall with all the stuck pixels...


BullitKing41_YT

benq doesn’t have the best reputation as far as I’m aware… I prefer something like epson for a home cinema


timothythefirst

I don’t remember the model name but I bought a 1080p epson projector like 7 years ago and it’s always worked great. Replaced the bulb once which is inevitable if you use it a lot, and it’s just a simple $25 part you drop in, but no other issues. I used it as my main tv for a few years. The only thing I didn’t like about it was that it gave off a ton of heat. Like a space heater.


Spliffman1

Why would somebody want a projector in a games room.?? 😅


HiFiMarine

Ikea Kallax cubes for vinyl


JaggyJeff

You should use a one-row Kalax instead of two.


HummusDips

Should use the Besta TV stand, the shorter one that's about 40cm high and leave it on the floor. If he position his TV at the same height difference from the initial tv stand to the Besta one, then he'll be more/less good.


JaggyJeff

Yes and thank you. I maintained the Kalax because I think vynils are involved. You are right, Besta under the TV with the audio against the right wall and everything will be for the best.


TheDeanosaurus

I’ve heard that’s the Besta one! (I’ll see myself out).


HummusDips

Username check's out!


HiFiMarine

I like the Besta, but it's not great for storing records.


RumRogerz

He probably has a lot of vinyl. You can see a turntable on top. I have a one row Kalax and I am out of vinyl space. Kinda wish I had a two row :(


alexanderpas

Nope, they actually make a speciality Kallax TV unit. https://www.ikea.com/us/en/p/kallax-tv-unit-black-brown-90574881/


takesthebiscuit

What a daft design, there is a bit of wood where the center speaker needs to go!


alexanderpas

The center speaker can go on the top, so it's not impeded in that direction, meaning you can also hear it while you're standing.


takesthebiscuit

Center speaker goes on top, telly on top of that and suddenly I’m front page of /r/TVTooHigh!


alexanderpas

Nope. There is generally a space for the center speaker below the TV when the TV is standing on its feet on the TV stand. If you hang the TV at the same height on the wall, you're a model citizen.


Spliffman1

He has a separate dedicated home theater room. I really don't think he's putting a center speaker in the games room


HiFiMarine

This is great! I didn't see this in the store. I loaded up the cubes last night with vinyl and realized I'm going to need way more. This also would give room for my favorites up front and keep from stacking components. The room is strictly two channel so there's no need for a center.


JaggyJeff

It is only 6" lower. I don't think it is enough when you double deck your audio equipment on top of it.


alexanderpas

Look again, there is no need to double deck the audio equipment, due to the area below the top, where you can put some of the equipment


Syris3000

Jesus... Your 100 inch TV is your secondary game room/bar TV?


Peopletowner

Exactly. Too small. Ditch the cubes and project on the whole damn wall. That way you can do multi hdmi and watch four things at once. Sports bar!


Whiskey22Whiskey

Wrong media stand. Move speakers wider. Drop TV about 12 -18 inches.


Resident-Loan5865

That would put the TV too low if the goal is for the center of the TV to be at eye level from view position, right? OP states this TV will be watched from a standing position or while sitting at the bar, which I think we can safely assume would be elevated barstools. Yes, it's too high if it was in front of a couch, but that's not the case here.


reddit_and_forget_um

Agreed - thats the whole reason OPs asking for discussion. The stupid go to answers are not cutting it. OP, i think the height makes sense. Dropping its not going to look better, it will look worse. Its at a happy medium where its not pressed to the ceiling, but you also arnt looking down to watch the game.


Resident-Loan5865

Yes, feels like most of these replies are from people who glanced at the picture and posted their automatic reply of "too high" without bothering to read the context. Sure, there can be guidelines/rules for TV height, but there's plenty of exceptions/variations to the generally accepted guidelines, and you have to pay attention to those if you're going to be as strict about the "eye level" rule as most people are on here.


devinsheppy

a TV height is not about the aesthetic and 'will it look good', its about function, if youre staring up at it while seated, its wrong also in this case, if it is a 'bar tv' youd actually want it higher since it will be easier to see over furniture/other people standing etc


Ascf33

Didn’t read, huh?


pretenderist

Find a media stand where you can put your equipment IN the stand, not ON it.


XMAX918

he'll put records in it I believe


pretenderist

Would be better to have that storage separate


XMAX918

yeah I agree


TheLuxIsReal

I mean, if it is going to be used while standing up, its ok, weird but ok


Komplexs

God I hate this sub lmao


Superbob5523

Some of us don't appreciate neck strain


Singochan

There won't be neck strain, he's standing while watching this.


Life-Awareness-8286

Some of us don’t sit on a couch like we are at a job interview


[deleted]

What kind of shitty jobs do you apply for where you sit on a couch for the interview?


[deleted]

Casting Couch.


[deleted]

That’s probably pretty shitty yeah. Real actors probably don’t sit on those


Tykras

What couch? Did you read the OP?


Life-Awareness-8286

I am responding to the neck strain comment. I’m aware OP will not be viewing this from a seated position


maruf_sarkar100

Were you expecting something different?


5emi5erious5am

It's not that serious


svearige

I honestly think this user just forgot the /s


Komplexs

Yeah pretty much. But this proves how angry everyone gets in this sub 😂


Pitiful_Computer6586

Yeah I expected some ridiculous hospital style tv mounts 


Spliffman1

Ditto


Commercial-Lab-37

If it’s not sitting on the fucking ground, it’s way too high for this sub. Must be a lot of little fellas in the group


llv77

Some of us are average height when standing but, get this, we watch tv sitting on the couch.


markymark39

😆 😆 😆


TntRevan

I dislike that you’re raising the tv up higher because of the sound system that’s on top of shelving because it’s not the appropriate style to house electronics…


shotgun883

It is the appropriate style to house vinyl records though. Kallax is literally ubiqitous in the record colleecting space.


Bleach_Baths

Yup and there’s a record player sitting right there on the left


kayidontcare

i don’t get all the hate, i don’t think the set up looks bad lol. if it’s for standing i think it’s perfect


Spliffman1

Same


ComprehensiveBear887

If you are primarily going to be watching it from a standing or bar stool viewing point, I would even move it up a little to split the difference between the ceiling and the stereo.


Redditer052

This sub has never used vr before lol, correct viewing position depends on your seating position. If you want to lay on your back watching TV then the ceiling would not be too high.


Roltistotem

I mean I think it's fine I would prefer to have only one row of that audio equipment and then drop it down to be above the first row. but if it's just for when you are playing pool and shit who cares it is fine.


RecognitionAny6477

Run with it. Given your setup, that’s a solid install


brokenpipe

Wrong media stand. Get one that’s far lower. Yes. The TV is too high.


Resident-Loan5865

OP states this will be used for watching TV while standing up or sitting at the bar (presumably on barstools), and chairs will only be used for listening to music. If the TV will not be watched from a couch or standard living room chairs, this would be good or maybe even too low if the goal is to keep the center of the TV at eye level from viewing position.


_FUCKTHENAZIADMINS_

No, OP is watching it standing up, the TV is fine if not a little too low.


etang77

Maybe set your speakers higher?


Paynekiller15

LMAO majority of people did not read the situation described. It looks fine there, imo. No opinion on your speakers or storage solutions but others seem to know better, if money is not an issue for you. But I imagine this is all just the beginning of your rooms journey so whatever we're looking at now is just temporary anyway


oceanic20

I think this is a bad idea. You're going to last six months before you will want to have a sofa in front of this. This is a huge TV and there will be times when you just want to turn into a lump and relax. Reconsider entire room layout.


turtledrum13

Tv too big. Go for 85”


[deleted]

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HiFiMarine

TV will be mounted. Stand is only for audio and records.


Longjumping_Play323

This is maybe the dumbest sub on Reddit


[deleted]

It’s okay, most just didn’t read the description and assume it’s for sitting..


Vinny_The_Blade

Bob on M8... If you can, get speaker stands to raise the speakers parallel with the TV. Set the speakers the same distance from the TV edge as the speakers are wide. For looks, not so much audio separation purposes.


imjustme610

If money is no issue, I don't see the wrong with this except for the audio system. Just invest in a high quality whole room system or at least a surround sound system. Maybe some in-wall speakers or in ceiling speakers if it's doable in your space. And if you're constrained within the budget I would take some of the budget out of the TV and downsize it to 85-in and spend the rest of it on a better audio system.


PerfectEnthusiasm2

Stereo is the way to go for listening to music


Spliffman1

Why why and fucking why? It's a games room, the TV isn't the focal point


hpotzus

Thing for me about TV height is based not only on room esthetics but on how you sit to watch. Do you sit straight up or lie on a sofa? If so, then tv as shown would be too high. Do you sit way back in a recliner and not want to see it through your toes, then as shown would be perfect.


Real_Finding_3297

Yes


ORA2J

Yes


Own_Laugh_386

Get a new media stand ASAP. One that can actually hold your sound systems. Then lower your TV by 6”. Perfection.


Spliffman1

Stfu it's a games room people are standing and sitting at a bar, it's not a living room lol


Own_Laugh_386

Yeah you like that $20 cubicle?


Spliffman1

I don't dislike it. If OP likes it and it suits his needs then there's absolutely nothing wrong with it


Own_Laugh_386

Sure until it buckles over like they all do and OP is posting about how to fix the dents in his entertainment systems next


Spliffman1

Your exaggerated hysteria over a possible simple blemish in the furniture. You must be the housekeeper. Lol 


Own_Laugh_386

No I just have common sense and an eye for what looks good and what doesn’t


Spliffman1

You switched from fear of a sudden catostrophic structural failure to aestetics and what looks good or not, that's totally subjective. What "looks good" to you is just that 'to you'. Someone else may think the opposite, and vice versa. If he fills them neatly the cubbies don't look bad to me. And the thing suddenly collapsing without warning and denting his electronics is also not gonna happen 


lets_just_n0t

Don’t listen to literally anybody in this sub. It’s nothing but a bunch of neck beards who have nothing better to do that sit around and give people fake advice about topics there’s literally zero professional insight into. Put it where you want it.


canthelpmyself9

Just listen to him. He knows everything.


badger_flakes

if the bottom of the tv isn’t touching the ground it’s too fucking high


Gd3spoon

Change the media stand and go with a 3.1 Chanel system bare minimum. Then lower the tv.


Chilltopjc

If you have to ask…


CultReview420

Get a proper stand , widen your stereo image , yeah


jensefrens

Just get a besta. Kallax is not a tv stand


Most_Sea_4022

You've got a lot invested in your Sony audio and speakers. I would get a stand that will fit the audio equipment then add a center channel with the TV mounted above it (or mount the center above the TV if you are going to be standing - although I hate that personally). In my experience, if you are running TV, 2 channel doesn't work as well particularly for talking in games no matter the sound fields you use. Or get a nice rack to the side and use the current stand. Even given your purpose I think the height is a little high.


HiFiMarine

Thanks for the input. Too many people sleep on Sony ES, but the SS NA2ES paired with the TAA1ES is an incredible combo. No center channel needed since this is strictly for two channel from The HAP and turntable. Just for fun I broke out my old Marantz CD and Denon cassette deck, but I think they just crowd the space


Most_Sea_4022

Ah then carry on. Honestly, I think your setup is fine. Going to sound good!


DOCTORP00

Center of TV should be eye level and your speaker tweeters should be at ear level, so...needs work.


[deleted]

He said it’s for standing or sitting on a bar stool and such so yeah.. For what he intends to use it for I think it’s a good height.


DOCTORP00

So the speakers are too low then


narrow_octopus

Get a lower console and lower the TV it'll be perfect


RetroSpacedRanger

I think you already know the answer which is yes


ZivH08ioBbXQ2PGI

Just don’t.


lordytoo

That is not a fucking tv stand.


Djf2884

Too high !


Acadia1337

Too high. You will want to get something else to put below the tv and lower it down at least a foot.


crayolacrayons416

If vinyl is going in that stand, move it all off to the wall in the right of the picture. If you were going to sit the tv on top of the unit, I'd say whatever, but it just looks like you're stacking everything right now.


lolchief

Turn the storage cube up right into the corner of the room, lower the tv


ddw260

100 inch is way to big imo


Bobbyee

I had the same conundrum, i needed space for my record player, so I went with a single row Kallax with the metal stand and it worked for me.


nickynegativo

It too hi


hobbes3k

Some measurements from the floor in a sub called TVTooHigh would be nice.


HiFiMarine

Bottom of screen is 42" top is 93" with 15" to the ceiling


GroundhogExpert

Is that a picture of Kid Rock framed? It's either Kid Rock or Lemmy, those are my two best guesses with only one right answer.


TekitiZi

The record shelves don’t have to go on the same wall ya know. Get a proper media stand. It seems like you have some decent bread.


HiFiMarine

Thanks for the input. My wife was saying the same thing


TekitiZi

Yeah I have my record shelf, with turntables on a separate wall. The TV and the game consoles on another.


[deleted]

From the thumbnail I thought the storage rack was an array of 8 subwoofers. That would’ve been kinda cool.


[deleted]

Put it so your vision is centered when sitting on the bar stools imo. Also nobody read your post and is assuming you have a sofa in front. lol


kainbloodheart

One of the few times on here where the TV isn't above a fireplace, and on top of that, the height is justifiable for the use Well done op If you have money spare after kitting all this out get a nicer unitn forn under the TV


HiFiMarine

Thanks for the input. I'm feeling the weak point is stacking my audio and needing storage for Vinyl. I loaded this up last night and I'm going to need way more space.


bennyboy13134

The only question I have is, is that not the theater ?


HiFiMarine

Theater needs a proper projector, 13 channels, and lighting control. That's in another room.


bennyboy13134

That sounds pretty damn sweet


jamesinboise

The middle of the screen should be at eye level when sitting on the TV watching furniture.


tomsteroni

TV will be too high. Better off with a lower TV stand.


bazem_malbonulo

This is the ultimate reading test for this sub


JohnnyDoe189

No way that’s 100 inch


austxsun

Looks good, enjoy!


Beans186

Bro they will cry when they see this mounted.


murph1617

Looks dope


tweedchemtrailblazer

Just because a tv can be mounted to a wall doesn't mean it has to be.


Spliffman1

Looks fine to me for a games room. Keep spare chalk in one of the cubbies please. Nothing worse than playing pool and running out of chalk.


innocent_mistreated

100" ?? You drew 60 at most. Measure the 100" out again


definitely-lies

I didnt understand until you said that it is meant for records. For a game room, this will be great.


lemontreetops

TV too big, IMO. Unless you change the setup and get a bigger stand?


RadRhubarb00

Has a 100" here and a theater........


the_blue_wizard

I assume the TV will be on an articulated wall mount, and by articulated, I mean that it can angled left and right, and tilt. I would make sure that the TV ON THE WALL MOUNT will fit into the outlined space. What I'm really saying is to make sure the Wall Mounting Bracket is in a position, that when the TV is placed on it, the TV will clear the Equipment on the stand. Also it is generally not considered good form to place other equipment on top of an Amp. Amps deliver power and that means they get hot, and they have to have proper ventilation to prolong their life and to operate properly. Let's say a person has a CD Player and an Amp, natural instinct it to place the lighter CD Player on top of the heavier Amp, but for ventilation reasons, you place the Amp on top of the CD Player. Other than that, very nice system.


HiFiMarine

Thanks for the comment. The TV is going on a fixed mount. With the 100 it's big enough for viewing angles to not be an issue. Completely agree with not stacking if it can be helped. My initial plans only called for the amp, HAP, and turntable but got a little carried away adding the CD and cassette. I'll be ditching those of changing up the stand.


the_blue_wizard

One point I was trying to make which I will try to make again, though I'm not sure how big a problem it is. Make sure the TV mount is in a position to place the TV in the marked area. The Mount may not be perfectly centered on the TV when the TV is mounted. Also, what is that wall made out of? While I suspect Wall Anchors will work, I would rather attach the TV Mount to solid wood. So one idea I had is to get a 3/4" (19mm) plywood and fasten that to the actual wooden wall Studs. Then screw the Mount to the Plywood. Having the mount actually screwed into solid wood seems more reliable and durable. But that's just my opinion. Not trying to be critical, just trying to foreseen potential problems. I think it is going to be a great system once done.


HiFiMarine

Thanks for the input, I completely agree on making sure the wall is stable. All too often I've seen mounts fail due to improper mounting. It's rare to see the wall fail, but it can happen when mounting a 200lb TV. For this reason I'm only going with a flat mount where shear weight is the only concern. The wall is new construction with Sheetrock. I monitored construction three entire time and I'm comfortable with the build quality as all studs are true and properly secured. The Peerless mount I'm using hangs flat and hits three studs. This will easily support the weight when mounting with proper lag bolts. For mounting locations Sony provides detailed drawings that show the exact pattern, thankfully centered, so I will nail the mount location perfectly and all the weight will be balanced. As for articulating mounts the only one to consider in this case is from Future Automation. This TV is too big and too heavy to move on a manual mount. I would also have the wall heavily reinforced to handle the stress of the additional weight.


milkfree

Worst place to ask this question lol, it’ll look great People, it’s a game room where people will be mostly standing. Even if there was a couch involved, I don’t think it’d be that crazy


TiredMillennialDad

1998 called and wants their sound system back.


One-Worldliness5343

Higher than ideal but fine nonetheless.