So You Think You Can't Afford A Home Theater System?
A lot of us view a home theater system as being something for
only the people with lots of money. We see the fun times at the
theater, with tiered seating, plush chairs, curtains over the
screen and popcorn, hot dogs and drinks in the lobby.
It's true that only those with plenty of cash (and space) can
build their own version of the downtown theater in their home,
but that doesn't mean the rest of us have to suffer with a
either going downtown to the theater or making do with the
little television in the corner.
Home theater was once exclusively available only to the affluent
is now readily available for almost anyone who wants to
experience the thrills of the latest movie in the comfort of
their own home.
When a person thinks about a home theater, a lot of different
ideas might pass through their minds. The fun of watching great
flicks at home, the rumble of perfect bass, breathtaking visuals
and fun with family and friends.
The one thing that usually doesn't cross the mind is the idea of
saving their hard earned money. Home theaters, after all, can be
a very high-priced proposal. When a person contemplates the
reality that they are an unnecessary luxury in the home, the
outlay seems to be even more awry.
A closer look shows that a home theater system can save a person
a large amount of money. It may not always recover its full
price tag in savings, but a look at the savings show that a home
theater is anything but a extravagant investment.
Did you know that a good quality home theater system can now be
had for well under a thousand dollars? If we already have a
large enough television, it will cost even less! You may have to
make your popcorn in the microwave, get your cold drink out of
the fridge and settle for your
favorite recliner chair instead of an uncomfortable cinema seat.
You won't have to put up with the chatting or cell phones of you
fellow theater goers, but you can have all the fun and
excitement of the home theater experience even if you are not
yet one of the income earners.
Home theater isn't just for the rich and famous, it's easily
within reach for almost anyone!
Consider the price of gas to get to a movie theater. Then
consider the price per ticket of each movie. Add to that the
probable expenses incurred by purchasing popcorn and soda, or if
you are in one of the lucky areas, a cold beer. Tack on the
extra cost of some candy to munch on in the movie too.
Now, consider the time you spend going to and returning from the
movie and how much you value it. Take that number and multiply
it by the number of movies you usually like to see in a year.
That is a pretty startling amount isn't it!
The one time purchase of a home theater system will eliminate
most of those expenses. It may also require that you to buy a
better quality television or stereo equipment than what you
currently have. These better quality products will last longer;
not requiring expensive replacement soon will be another area of
savings.
The purchase of a home theater system will not only save you
money over the long run, but you will be able to watch those
favorite movies with theater quality right from the comfort of
your own home.
No more going out into blustery weather or blistering heat just
to go to the theater.