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@thiagodelgado3128

Жыл бұрын

my only problem with sofas, is when they don't have a neck and head rest, the most bang for buck to me went was the Cougar gaming SOFA hahaha awesome by the price , I recommend it

@andrewrobinsonreviews

Жыл бұрын

@@thiagodelgado3128 We have an option or two on this list that will tackle this problem, but I get it. It's possible to find seating that supports the shoulders and base of your neck without wrecking your listening experience, you just have to shop a bit differently than how a lot of theater chairs are marketed to you.

@Labor_Jones

Жыл бұрын

Happy FATHERS DAY (someday) :) btw!

@thiagodelgado3128

Жыл бұрын

@@andrewrobinsonreviews Sure, indeed I Really like it of your video, and the last option is the best of both worlds haha. Thx

@theextraordinarypants4909

Жыл бұрын

@Andrew Robinson Hey, Andrew and Kristi. I wanted to know if you were interested in a review sample of speakers. I did email, and not trying to nag, honest, but I'd like to offer to another reviewer if you're not interested as I'm the consumer and not the manufacturer(but will work with the manufacturer to have these sent to you and on to me after your review).

You guys are freakishly scary. For the past 3 years ever time I’m about to pull the trigger on something for my living room theater you drop a video that parallels my journey. You guys rock.

I love the channel and generally always agree with Andrew and Kristi on various things. However we have a theater room and absolutely love our theater seats. Our kids feel like it is way more special and a different experience than just sitting on the couch like they do upstairs in our living room. We do have a dedicated theater room in our basement which I think does make a big difference. I don’t think anyone should put theater seats in their main living area 🙂 but I also know Andrew has made content talking about he did the dedicated theater thing and just didn’t use it. So everyone has their own preferences and I can certainly respect other decisions. But we love ours and use it frequently.

@david5544g

Жыл бұрын

To each their own.. It's a free country.

Happy Father's Day to all the Dads out there holding it down.

@scruffy8861

Жыл бұрын

Happy Sunday to all.

@andrewrobinsonreviews

Жыл бұрын

@@scruffy8861 Thanks for joining us this morning!

@KING_DRANZER

Жыл бұрын

@@andrewrobinsonreviews That is why I get all my furniture specifically seating units from custom boutique. Thankfully it is much cheaper to get custom stuff in India than in US or even Europe. The best quality and comfort. And less price.

@frederikjacob1985

Жыл бұрын

Happy fathers day too Andrew!

@movie_av_impulse

Жыл бұрын

​@@andrewrobinsonreviewsHappy fathers day to you as well for holding down your Fur baby! I love the sofa part of your video definitely a better fit to not block that glorious sound...

I salute you both for producing videos that consider components other reviewers don't like the B&O large, circular "lifestyle" speaker and chairs. Yes, chairs are an important, underrated, component of a sound system, as is the room itself.

@andrewrobinsonreviews

Жыл бұрын

Our pleasure!

Great content! Home theater is about so much more than AV equipment. Good information. I'd welcome a part 2 with more options. I enjoy all of the videos you've done showing various ways to think outside the box with furniture, how you set up your rooms, etc.

@andrewrobinsonreviews

Жыл бұрын

Thanks so much for letting us know. Appreciate you watching!

Awesome change of pace! Love it. The family guy clip is gold 😂

@andrewrobinsonreviews

Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for letting us know. We can't always do the same old, same old. So glad our humor landed with you.

You get what you pay for with seating. For those with lower back or neck issues, having recline, lumbar, and headrest adjustments are an absolute must if you want to enjoy life.

@SeanFranchise

Жыл бұрын

I don't have back issues, but have come to appreciate head and neck support in any seating where I will be relaxing for an extended period of time.

I don't know... when you watch long movies, all those chairs and sofas without neck or head support quickly become a huge problem - you just can't fully relax...

Great video. It wonderful to see someone finally do an honest review of home theater seating.

@andrewrobinsonreviews

Жыл бұрын

Appreciate it. I've owned a few theater chairs over the years and they NEVER stick around long. I've been theater chair free for about 6-7 years now and have never been happier.

Refreshing to hear you have the same concerns I’ve had about the popular home theater seats with those high backs likely hurting the quality of sound. Even for movie watching those high backs will cancel out much of your rear and side surround sound depending on speaker placement. Great video topic 👍

@andrewrobinsonreviews

Жыл бұрын

Thanks Chad!

Being able to recline and lay my head back against a cushion is more important than preserving sound quality.

Two big thumbs up! I'm a designer so my opinion may be skewed but I've been watching your content for probably 4ish years and the first video I saw I immediately noticed the decor and their placement... I thought , either this guy has a hidden passion for design or he has a girlfriend with really good taste. Turns out probably both are true?... Great show, thanks... PS: I still have the Eames lounge chair my parents had when I was a kid... Fifty years later it looks better than ever... You both take care.

@andrewrobinsonreviews

Жыл бұрын

Awesome! Thank you!

Mental note to myself... Next house to hire Andrew and Kristi for interior design and home theatre set up. Love your style!

@andrewrobinsonreviews

Жыл бұрын

We appreciate it, and you never know what the future may hold 😉

@david5544g

Жыл бұрын

Couldn't agree more, they nail it. So good.... Take care Larss70.

I’ve been waiting for someone to address these monstrous high backed theater chairs 🙌🏼 they do completely destroy the whole point of front and surround sound speaker placement and how the sound reaches your ears. Awesome video with plenty of seating options for people to stop making this mistake 👍🏼👍🏼

@andrewrobinsonreviews

Жыл бұрын

Thanks!

Thanks for your hard work Kristi and thanks Andrew for your presentation.👍👍

@andrewrobinsonreviews

Жыл бұрын

Always!

Apologies for being a little late this morning! We're really excited about this one and can't wait to hear what you think. This is one I think the whole family will enjoy. And echoing Andrew's comment below, Happy Father's Day to all of you.

@scruffy8861

Жыл бұрын

A new chair and new episodes of Justified!

Great stuff. One thing I have always lived by is no high back seats…

@andrewrobinsonreviews

Жыл бұрын

Friends don't let friends listening in high backed chairs!

Finally, so glad I’ve found someone that shares this opinion.

Valencia seats is going to hate this video 😂 Jokes aside, the video is helpful for so many but maybe not for me. Not just because I’m an European citizen but also due to my future personal design choices. My next apartment, flat etc is going to be a full on Industrial style home with light or dark wood and lots of black aluminum. Most of the furniture shown doesn’t match my personal taste and the style I’m looking for. Nonetheless again great video (I loved the small humorous touches like Kristis editing credit sound). Have a great day and awesome week ahead of you!

One issue Andrew for us taller folks; 6’2 guys or gals need something behind our neck. I realize they don’t look as nice or modern (I manage a high end store) but reclining furniture is just more neck friendly for us taller chaps 😎

I'll never stop going to the movies and I hope I'm not the only one here

I really loved the video idea AND Kristis script made it really fun to watch! ✌🏻

@andrewrobinsonreviews

Жыл бұрын

Thanks!

@KristiWright

Жыл бұрын

Thank you, Andreas!! I'm so happy to hear you enjoyed the video.

As someone that is just about to start outfitting their new home theater, this video was incredible in terms of information and with serendipitous timing!

Can't believe I had never thought about the effect on the sound from having a padded headrest behind my ears when listening to music and movies - off to check my listening chair now! Another great and helpful video, thanks Andrew and Kristi!

Most of the seating in this video looks like it would offer me zero neck or head support unless I slump down really low which would give me a low back ache within 3 minutes. I do agree that "theater seating" is not really desirable for most of us without a dedicated "theater room". But give me a recliner or some head support and I"ll sacrifice a little rear surround effect to not be in agony. And why is not having individual, removable cushions on a sofa/ sectional more desirable / easier to clean? Personally I prefer them so they can be rotated, so you're not wearing out the fabric and cushion of that one preferred viewing seat. Wah wah wah.....I know....😂

@dyerow

9 ай бұрын

I agree with the logic of low seats... but I also want to lounge during a movie and I do need a neck rest

Great video! This is why I actually like to go to living room theaters. Most of them don’t have those high back theater style chairs, and they’re just more comfortable.

Great video guys! Andrew it’s amazing to see how much you’ve grown at speaking to the audience since starting KZread! And yes for more interior videos!

@andrewrobinsonreviews

Жыл бұрын

Thanks so much!!

Every time I saw this type of seating style in a home theater video I always wanted this over those heavy seats one seater style. And the wife will love it. Great video.

Love the video :) When you are done playing musical chairs with your gear, this is one of your next upgrades along with room treatment. Thank you for the ideas and the refreshing video!

Good change of pace, informative and great ideas.

@andrewrobinsonreviews

Жыл бұрын

Thanks!

Great video! Love the fact that you two branch out into design, and thanks for all the research in finding the cool pieces featured in the vid. Plus a spinning Kristi, love it!

Lol! I finally feel vintigated with our super comfy couches we have in our home theater. We even have two ottomans that have storage for pillows and blankets. We have one couch on a rear risor and one in front. We also have bean bags on the floor in front of the couch ,in front of the screen. The kids love the bean bags.

I actually use a leather sectional from Ikea in my theater room and my family loves it. In fact, we actually bought a sofa in the same line for the living room. No regrets here.

@andrewrobinsonreviews

Жыл бұрын

LOVE IT! Appreciate you sharing!

Love the expansion of topics into design and decor. Super interesting to me and I hope you keep ‘em coming. Also, nice to see you, Kristi!

I totally agree with your assessment. My wife and went back and fourth on the option of having "home theater seating" in our living room but ultimately settled on a single bench style sofa with a large ottoman from a local furniture store. It's low profile and allows for our surround speakers to have optimal placement. Snuggling up to watch the Star Wars trilogy with my six year old on Father's Day would have not been as much fun with a cup holder and tray table between us.

Thanks for making this one... I think a lot of people needed to see this.

@andrewrobinsonreviews

Жыл бұрын

Glad it was helpful!

Thanks Andrew and Kristi! I'm actually in the process of looking for new furniture, in general. So, thank you for the great options!

@andrewrobinsonreviews

Жыл бұрын

Our pleasure!

The low profile sofas won't wreck my sound stage, but they definitely wreck my back. 😢 Love this kind of video, though!

@andrewrobinsonreviews

Жыл бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it!

@KristiWright

Жыл бұрын

I find that sofas with backs that hit the low-mid part of your should blades and that aren't too deep (the seat) are the best for low back support. Sofas and chairs with too much of a recline are actually horrible for support.

@alachad

Жыл бұрын

@@KristiWright I made the connection to low profile causing me problems because my sister has a sofa like that and it kills my back. But after your comment, I think it's that her sofa is too deep. Sitting on it just leaves my legs dangling in the air.

@KristiWright

Жыл бұрын

@@alachad Yep, that would definitely cause back issues. Next time you are there, try sitting with your bottom as close to the back of the sofa as possible. If you must, sit cross legged. See if that helps.

First off Happy Father's Day. Secondly, THIS VIDEO WAS AWESOME!!! Yes, more content like this would be heavenly. You guys always have the most amazing videos on KZread, but this one was above and beyond amazing. The only aspect that was missing is.....as if you didn't see this coming...is Mrs Robinson! Well done, and what a nice change. Have a great Sunday!!

@KristiWright

Жыл бұрын

🤩

Love the video having my media room several years and I’ve wanted an alternative to traditional theatre seats!

No separate Kristi section…NOOOOOOOO! Haha. Love you guys

@TheMirolab

Жыл бұрын

Agree, I’m having Kristi withdrawals!

I really appreciate the diversity you guys are providing. I was actually looking to change my setup, you read my mind Andrew. 👍🏼

@andrewrobinsonreviews

Жыл бұрын

So glad you found this video helpful or inspiring!

I definitely enjoyed the switchup in content. Well done! As always ;)

@andrewrobinsonreviews

Жыл бұрын

Yay, thank you!

Surprisingly fun episode. Thanks to you both!

Great video! Plus, for those that watched every minute of this video...did we just get a brief shot of Kristi on screen? 🙂And yes, I for one would like to see more videos like this that works on improving the listening/watching experience beyond the electronic equipment itself.

@andrewrobinsonreviews

Жыл бұрын

Bryan you are the first person to notice that Kristi is actually IN this video!

I blind bought a Bellini sectional and I would like to share my take on it. It is a lot lower than a normal sofa and if you have back problems, not good for long viewing or listening sessions. I love the way it looks, but not the way it feels.

In an ideal theatre situation, this brings back the debate of optimal rear surrounds (the 6th and 7th speaker in a 7.X.X configuration) vs. optimal comfort for a 2 hour movie. As someone with not the best back, I'd still prefer a chair with hard adjustable lumbar support and a proper neck to lower head support for a 2 hour movie.

I really really enjoyed this video. 👍 Thank you Andrew and Kristi ✌️

@andrewrobinsonreviews

Жыл бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it

Great video. there is a lack of videos looking at this big part of our listening experience. I struggled to find a good 2 seater and would love a part 2 to see more solutions. I loved the 2 seaters you had already recommended and would love to hear more! Thank you again to both of you for amazing work

GREAT video! Thanks for the great recommendations; please continue with this type of content! ❤

I love the format! And great point regarding degragaded audio. However, I can't imagine the vast majority of those sofas you recommend being comfortable for most people for more than 20 to 30 minutes... no reclining option, minimal arm rests, and no head/neck support on most.

Awesome video, as always, Andrew and Kristi. Thanks so much. I’m about 1-3 weeks ahead of some of these. Ordered my Anthem receiver the week before your review and our Peyton sectional from Crate and Barrel for our theater room shows up tomorrow. Love the videos and will be referring to many of them before future purchases.

Wow, great video. You have hit on what I’ve been thinking for years. Great content andrew

@andrewrobinsonreviews

Жыл бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it!

I LOVE LOVE LOVE those home theater seats that you recommended at the end. A perfect compromise between traditional theater seating and stylish sofa. I want it!

@andrewrobinsonreviews

Жыл бұрын

Just click the "show more" section of the description box and you'll see them all!

Well done! This was a great video, and I dig the new format. It’s a nice sweet spot.

I absolutely loved this video! It’s fun to see you dive into design and practicality of necessities in your home theater that can amplify the experience 🙌

@andrewrobinsonreviews

Жыл бұрын

Did you like the editing? Bit more fun.

@Joystick_Gamer

Жыл бұрын

@@andrewrobinsonreviews I loved the pop culture clips to really grasp the emotions! The restoration hardware family guy meme absolutely killed me 😂🤣

Great video,I have been looking at sofas,for last few months for our HT room. I definitely saw a few that will work. Thanks again for a video like this!

Great video. Refreshing change of pace. Also, wifey actually put down her phone and watched the entire video with me and she loved it. Super cool. Thank you both 😎🙌🏼

@andrewrobinsonreviews

Жыл бұрын

That is awesome!

Yea definitely do a part 2. Maybe if you can discuss about an open layout seating with rear channel. How to make those rear channels look visually good and still at ear level

@andrewrobinsonreviews

Жыл бұрын

Noted.

Brilliant idea for a video. Watching it now. Just have two ultra comfortable couches in our small theater room.

@andrewrobinsonreviews

Жыл бұрын

Thanks Harry! I have a feeling this one is going to be a little different. Hopefully you have as much fun with it as we did making it!

Loved the video, along with your content in general. Most home theater enthusiasts are constantly looking for that next upgrade (or is it just me?), so I think expanding beyond hardware to the broader environment is a great change of pace!

As Always, I love you guys ... Fun, Usefull and pertinent information making life that much more enjoyable. Stan Man

@andrewrobinsonreviews

Жыл бұрын

Thank you, Stan Man!

We went for 2x2 of Natuzzi Baltimora. its so comfortable, has a recliner but the head is back by default so you can recline but keep the head clear, so the recliner has an up down, and head has an up and down, so you can sit up or recline, we chose this over cinema seating. We were going for a 3 and 2 seater but worked better with 2x2. love this review.

Great and timely video. I was shopping yesterday for home theater seating. Gave me some great ideas. Great content but did miss kristy.

Outstanding as always! I've been looking for a while haven't found anything I like but the Haven is the perfect solution for my guest bedroom/critical listening room. Thank you very much and keep up the great work.

@andrewrobinsonreviews

Жыл бұрын

Glad we could help!

You video timing couldn’t be more perfect !!! We close our home next month and I hate recliners and will actually put a good sectional in our home theatre !!!!

Great episode! I have only ever had couches in my home theatre - principally a custom half circle sectional that my wife picked out in 2003 and that continues to be our oasis. Have toyed with idea of home theatre seating multiple times but she loves to stretch out on the couch and often dozes off during a double feature so likely if we replace it will be with another couch.

THANK YOU. A lot of the KZreadrs are pushing on Valencia due to marketing. And i have always said that even though some chairs look nice, there are ALOT of better ones and cheaper ones. Thank you for doing these videos :D

@andrewrobinsonreviews

Жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching!

I would've never thought of the Haven sleeper, that's a great option for pulling double duty - chair and a half gives you much more space to sit solo, or close with your S/O.....and it sleeps one. Appreciate you for making this video.

Well one of the best videos you created.... Thanks keep bring up those bright ideas and tips.

@andrewrobinsonreviews

Жыл бұрын

I appreciate that!

Another reason I love in ceiling rear channels that tilt and swivel to aim towards the back of seating area. Works great in open concept rooms many have and the effects are amazing. Our tilting headrests on our couch just broke so we are looking at options good timing on this video

That wade logan sofa is exactly what I need for my theatre room. Ill just get two!!

Great video! I really like it when you share your perspective on design, home decor, furniture, etc. on top of audio and video equipment.

@andrewrobinsonreviews

Жыл бұрын

Glad you liked it!

Loved the video. Very fun and light hearted

@KristiWright

Жыл бұрын

Hey Samuel! Thanks for watching. We had fun with it!

We love music, movies and interior design in our house. 100% agree with all the point made. The memes also genuinely had us laughing. Great job on this one. Honorable mention to the Austin swivel lounge chair from West Elm. We have the leather version. Super comfy, you sink right in and supports the neck.

It's called a dedicated theater room for a reason.

This is just fantastic! I hope you do a follow up!!!!❤ Well done to the both of you. Excellent video idea!

@andrewrobinsonreviews

Жыл бұрын

Thanks so much!

Laughed at the retirement center comment.🤣

@KristiWright

Жыл бұрын

😍..took the risk with that one...Hopefully no one is offended !

@andrewrobinsonreviews

Жыл бұрын

So glad you liked our sense of humor.

@Harry-Giles

Жыл бұрын

@@KristiWright It's funny. Nothing wrong with avoiding an institutional look in one's own home.

The West Elm Harris reclining chair is my favorite non-home theater-theater chair. Beautiful and equally comfortable!

Absolutely enjoyed that. The home theatre and entertainment market is so much larger than simply speakers, amps, dacs and TV's. Furniture plays a huge part of the experience. Bring on more stuff like it

@andrewrobinsonreviews

Жыл бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it!

Like the content. I've been looking at theatre seating by valencia. You've kinds swayed me otherwise now... finding comfort is harder than it seems.

Best thing I did when building my first dedicated home theater back in 04 was using a sectional instead of theatre chairs even though they were all the rage back then. Laying around on it with the wife and kids was a great experience rather than sitting in what looked like orthopedic equipment.

I’ve been watching movies on a beautifully tufted camel leather mid century modern couch for the past 10 years. I’m ready to ascend to the next level. I’m ready for a couch with cup holders!

I have an eames in dark wood with black leather. It's the best listening chair I've ever owned hands down

Great video, so much helpful information thanks guys !! Keep it coming

@andrewrobinsonreviews

Жыл бұрын

Thank you! Will do!

Thanks for this refresher video !! I have a recliner as my mlp chair which the back is not too high,I can see all bed layer speakers with no obstruction so I hear everything from all speakers.

@andrewrobinsonreviews

Жыл бұрын

So long as the cushion(s) aren't obstructing your ears or rise above eye level you're most likely fine.

Greatly useful information. Thanks.

No head support for watching movies has to be a pass.

Great content!! Very good video. Thanks

Great video and I hope there will be more of these!! So many theaters go unused because they exist as a dungeon with thrones that don't accommodate any other activity in the home. One of the particular reason I appreciate everything you guys do is you break the mold of home theater and blend interior design with great design. These suggestions work great in a very "non-theater" way and work great in a multipurpose space. One sofa that didn't make the list that we love is IKEA's FINNALA. Looks very similar to Pottery Barn's Carmel Square wire arm sectionals but much cheaper and EXTREMELY easy to clean with children and pets. Its low profile and doesn't interfere with any sound stage. This is what my wife and I went with and there isn't a day that goes by that we regret it. The covers can be removed and tossed in the wash, parts and cushions are readily available and it can be "hacked" to fit any customization you want.

That was great and different! Great options out there. Thank you!

@andrewrobinsonreviews

Жыл бұрын

Thanks so much!

@KristiWright

Жыл бұрын

Andrew put in a TON of work in the editing on this one to try and spice things up. We hope you found the added "fun" enjoyable.

I've always thought this way about high-backed "theater seating." It's like the gaming-chairs of the living room. I've always looked at them and thought: "What a waste of 7.X.X surround..." It's nice to finally be vindicated!

Super helpful as always.

Never had theater seating. Had family and friends that had it and I never understood it. I prefer minimalism when it comes to that kind of thing, and it shows with a small couch and two small chairs on the side. I don’t need anything else to enjoy movies or music. Now if I had a separate, dedicated theater room, that’s a different story. I would consider it if I’m building one in the house, but in my living space, nah. Great video! Kristi should co-write/write more episodes all together. Happy Father’s Day to all the dads out there. I’m thoroughly enjoying mine! 😅

I have a high back leather recliner. I will agree that the smooth leather high back has a slight problem with reflections. I just put a blanket behind my head to absorb the reflections. My sound stage is wide, focused, and holographic. I will not be giving up my recliner.

@robjones8733

Жыл бұрын

Concur.

@bearclaw5115

Жыл бұрын

I actually like the reflections (boost in treble). I do mind the fact the rear soundstage is compromised though.

Wow, absolutely on the money! Great approach and thanks for thinking outside of the Home Theater box.

@andrewrobinsonreviews

Жыл бұрын

Any time!

Been there and learned the hard way. Thanks for letting new audiophiles know. 👍

@andrewrobinsonreviews

Жыл бұрын

You bet!

Please do a part 2! I’m intrigued on upgrading my space

When we put in a dedicated theater space in our home, my wife’s one rule was that it needed to be practical and comfortable for entertaining. Traditional theater seating was a complete no-go. We bought a LoveSac sectional which has been great. Modular so we can configure it in different ways and washable covers which is a god send since we have kids. 😂

@mephInc

Жыл бұрын

$$$$ though.