For audio and home theater enthusiasts, having a dedicated space that delivers both immersive cinematic experiences and high-fidelity two-channel audio is the ultimate dream. This extraordinary home theater and media room achieves just that—seamlessly transforming between a world-class surround sound theater and a pristine two-channel listening space, all at the push of a button. Packed with some of the most coveted high-end audio and video components, this room exemplifies state-of-the-art performance.

This client came to us with a new home that he had recently purchased. We utilized a spare room that was already built out, which gave us a few obstacles to overcome. First, the room is not the most typical shape for a home theater. Second, there are windows behind where the screen would go on the wall.

Utilizing our FREE Home Theater Design Tool, the client was able to build out his room to the design that he liked. From there, our expert team came in and helped bring this room to the next level. We’ll give you a list of the gear that was utilized down below, but if you want to see how this was all implemented together, give our video a watch!

Powering the Experience: McIntosh Amplification & Control

No high-end theater or two-channel setup is complete without a powerhouse amplification system, and this room spares no expense in that department.

McIntosh MC1.25KW 75th Anniversary Monoblocks (x2)
These iconic monoblocks provide effortless power to the left and right front speakers, ensuring absolute clarity and dynamics with even the most demanding material.

McIntosh MC611 Monoblock
Dedicated solely to the center channel, this amp ensures dialogue remains crisp and authoritative.

McIntosh MC8207
Handling the in-ceiling speakers and one of the rear surround channels, this multi-channel amplifier keeps the upper soundscape immersive.

McIntosh MC255
Powering the front wides, surround channels, and another rear speaker, ensuring a cohesive, enveloping sound field.

McIntosh C12000 75th Anniversary Preamp
As the heart of the two-channel setup, this reference-level preamp ensures the cleanest, most musical signal path for pure stereo listening.

McIntosh MT5 Turntable
For those moments when only vinyl will do, this turntable brings an analog warmth that digital can’t replicate.

Processing & Digital Sources

A theater room of this caliber requires top-tier processing and source components. This system leverages the best of both worlds:

Trinnov Altitude 16
Handling surround processing with extreme precision, this processor delivers the most accurate spatial audio experience.

HiFi Rose RS150B Streamer
A state-of-the-art music streaming solution for high-resolution audio playback.

Speaker System: Focal’s Flagship Performance

At the heart of this system is a lineup of Focal speakers, delivering breathtaking clarity, depth, and realism.

Front Left & Right: Focal Stella Utopia
These reference-level floorstanding speakers provide an uncompromising listening experience, excelling in both stereo and surround applications.

Center Channel: Focal Viva Utopia
This speaker ensures dialogue reproduction is lifelike, natural, and powerful.

Subwoofers: JL Audio Fathom F113 (x2)
Deep, tight, and controlled bass performance that blends seamlessly with the rest of the system.

Surround & Rear Speakers: Focal 1000 IWLCR 6 (x6)
High-performance in-wall speakers delivering immersive surround sound without taking up floor space.

In-Ceiling Atmos Speakers: Focal ICLCR5 (x6)
Elevating the home theater experience with incredibly detailed and expansive height effects.

Acoustic Treatment & Power Management

To maximize the room’s performance, proper acoustics and power management were essential.

Vicoustic Cinema Rounds & Wavewood Panels
These strategically placed acoustic panels ensure that the sound remains pristine, reducing unwanted reflections and enhancing clarity.

AudioQuest Niagara 5000 & 1200
Power conditioning is critical in high-performance audio systems, and these units provide ultra-clean power for the system, reducing noise and improving dynamic range.

Video Excellence

With all this audio firepower, the visual experience has to match, and this room delivers:

Sony VPL 7000 Projector
A premium laser projector delivering stunning 4K HDR visuals with incredible contrast and color accuracy.

MadVR Envy Core
Providing real-time video processing for unparalleled image enhancement.

Magnetar UDP900 & Kaleidescape Strato V
The best in physical and digital media playback, ensuring the highest-quality movie-watching experience.

Apple TV
For seamless streaming of movies, shows, and music.

The Ultimate Audio-Video Experience

This home theater and two-channel listening room showcase what’s possible when no corners are cut in pursuit of the absolute best in home entertainment. Whether it’s a reference-quality surround sound movie experience or an intimate two-channel music session, this space delivers the ultimate in performance, immersion, and enjoyment. With state-of-the-art McIntosh amplification, reference-level speakers, cutting-edge video processing, and a room fine-tuned for the best possible acoustics, this setup is a dream come true for any serious home theater and music enthusiast.

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