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If you want to watch films and television shows in the best possible manner, then you should consider investing in a home theater system. This makes watching media that much better: the sounds are sharper and the picture is that much more defined. Such a purchase is generally a huge investment: surround sound home theater systems are not cheap. Thus, it pays to look into home theater system reviews before you choose any one model or brand.

This way, you know what both customers and experts are saying before you spend a lot of money on any one system. A home theater system review can tell you if a model is worth the investment, which brands are best for which user, and what you can expect once you have one set up in your home. The following are some great places to turn to when looking for reputable or useful home theater system reviews.

The Internet

If you want to find a great home theater system reviews, then you should turn to the Internet. Here, you can find expert reviews from people who spend their lives researching, studying, and using electronics and other pieces of technology. These reviews will tell you everything from what the design of a system is like to which system has the best value.

You can also find some great home theater system reviews written by customers who bought and used the systems. These reviews are great because they can give you practical information about the systems. For example, these kinds of home theater system reviews will talk about how easy it is to hook up such models, if the quality was what they expected, and if the price of the model fits its features.

By looking online for home theater system reviews, you can find a variety of opinions that will help you make your decision about which system to invest in.

Magazines

Because more and more gadgets are emerging in today's marketplace, there are more and more publications focused around reviewing them. Thus, if you want to find some reputable and detailed home theater system reviews, you should pick up one of many electronics-focused magazines. Here, you can find opinions from the world's experts.

These reviews may be small write-ups about different models or they may be detailed articles that dissect different models, their features, and their value. Reading such magazines can prove to be truly effective when on the hunt for the best system for you and your life.

How do I use my home theater to play all audio from the HDTV?


I have a home theater (with DVD player) and a cable recorder box connected to my HDTV. The home theater is on HDMI-1 and the cable box is connected to Component-2 (video and audio). How do I use my home theater speakers to play the audio when I'm watching cable TV through component-2? What additional wiring connections do I need to make? My cable recorder box also has a HMDI connection capability.

Your cable box should have a optical or coax digital audio output. You should have an audio cable to go from your cable box to your surround sound receiver. Most likely you will need to change source type on your audio receiver to detect your cable audio feed.

Onkyo HT-S6300 7.1-Channel Home Theater Receiver and Speaker Package with iPod Dock
Onkyo HT-S6300 7.1-Channel Home Theater Receiver and Speaker Package with iPod Dock
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If you’re looking to flesh out your movies, games, and music with lifelike, full-blooded surround sound, look no further than the HT-S6300. Think: quality on a budget. This feature-packed system sports four of the latest HDMI 1.4a inputs to handle your Blu-ray player and other high-definition devices. Non-HD video sources, meanwhile, can be upscaled to spectacular widescreen 1080p via HDMI and Faroudja DCDi Cinema. HDMI 1.4a is compatible with upcoming 3D video content and enables a handy Audio Return Channel from your display’s tuner back to the receiver. Audio processing on the HT-S6300 includes the “in the studio” realism of DTS-HD Master Audio and Dolby TrueHD; Dolby Pro Logic IIz for ambient height channels; Audyssey room-correction and equalization technologies; and four proprietary DSP modes to match your gaming content. Other Onkyo exclusives include a Universal Port for peripherals such as the included Dock for iPhone/iPod, and a new overlaid graphical on-screen display. So go ahead. Immerse yourself in Onkyo.

If you're looking to flesh out your movies, games, and music with lifelike, full-blooded surround sound, look no further than the HT-S6300. This feature-packed receiver sports four of the latest HDMI 1.4a inputs to handle your Blu-ray player and other high-definition devices. Non-HD video sources, meanwhile, can be upscaled to spectacular widescreen 1080p via HDMI and Faroudja DCDi Cinema. The special Onkyo HT-S6300 package with complete 7.1-channel surround sound speaker set and iPod/iPhone dock. This special HT-S6300 package also includes a 7.1-channel surround sound speaker set, which includes one subwoofer, one center channel speaker, and six satellite speakers. It also includes a Dock for iPhone/iPod. HDMI 1.4a is compatible with upcoming 3D video content and enables a handy Audio Return Channel from your display's tuner back to the receiver. Audio processing on the HT-S6300 includes the "in the studio" realism of DTS-HD Master Audio and Dolby TrueHD; Dolby Pro Logic IIz for ambient height channels; Audyssey room-correction and equalization technologies; and four proprietary DSP modes to match your gaming content. Key Features DTS-HD Master Audio DTS-HD Audio delivers sound quality that matches the clear and vivid images of high-definition video. Blu-ray and HD-DVD discs deliver five times the video resolution of standard DVD and produce images with stunning realism. But that's only half of the story. You need incredible sound to complete the high definition experience and DTS-HD Audio provides the highest quality multi-channel sound possible. Movies come alive with sound as lifelike as the picture, and music becomes as real as a live performance. Faroudja DCDi CINEMA The Faroudja name is synonymous with high-quality video processing. The Faroudja technologies incorporated into our 2008 A/V receiver range give you the power to bring out the best from both high-definition and standard-definition video content. The Faroudja DCDi Edge video processor converts interlaced video signals to progressive scan signals and effectively eliminates video artifacts from HDTV images. The Faroudja DCDi Cinema video processor is a more sophisticated version that drastically reduces video noise without sacrificing image quality and sharpness. Both processors can scale standard-definition sources up to 1080i--and DCDi Cinema can additionally upscale to 1080p--for output to HDTVs. Rear of the HT-S6300 (see larger image). Powered Zone 2 By dedicating a pair of channels on receivers with this capability, you don't need an external amplifier to enjoy an independent stereo audio source in a remote room. For example, on higher-end models this allows for a full 5.1 channel movie to be enjoyed in the home theater, while simultaneously sending a song from a CD (or other source) to speakers in another room. Audyssey Audio Correction Technology Audyssey 2EQ for Room Acoustic Correction: Tailors multichannel audio for your home theater by correcting problems both in frequency response and in the time domain (where most of the problems lie) for a clear, precise, and natural sound. Audyssey Dynamic Volume: Maintains the desired listening level for all content while optimizing the dynamic range. Audyssey Dynamic EQ for Loudness Correction: Solves the problem of deteriorating sound quality at lower volumes. HD Radio Ready Enjoy the crisp clear sound of HD Radio by connecting the optional UP-HT1 module on u-Port capable Onkyo models. What's in the Box Onkyo HT-S6300, one subwoofer, one center channel speaker, six satellite speakers, iPod/iPhone dock, remote control (with batteries), operating instructions Specifications Output power: 1200W total system power (130W x 7 channels, plus 290W subwoofer power) Dolby decoder: TrueHD, DD Plus, PLIIz DTS decoder: DTS-HD Master Audio, HD-High Resolution Audio, NEO:6 iPod/iPhone ready: UP-A1 dock for iPod included U-port: Yes HD radio: via optional UP-HT1 Receiver dimensions: 17-1/8 x 5-15/16 x 12-15/16 inches (WxHxD) Subwoofer dimensions: 10-13/16 x 19-15/16 x 16-3/16 inches (WxHxD) Center channel dimensions: 11-7/16 x 4-13/16 x 4-7/16 inches (WxHxD) Satellite dimensions: 4-3/4 x 11-7/16 x 4 inches (WxHxD) Warranty: 2 years, limited Video Connections HDMI (1.4a): 4 input, 1 audio output Component (Y/Pb/Pr): 2 input, 1 output Composite (AV): 4 input, 1 output Audio Connections Analog audio: 6 input, 2 output Digital audio: 2 optical input, 2 coaxial input

Features

  • 7.1-channel home theater system with receiver, subwoofer, center channel speaker, and six satellite speakers
  • 1200 watts of total power (130W x 7 channels plus 290W subwoofer)
  • Four 1080p capable HDMI inputs (V1.4a) supporting 3D video and Audio Return Channel
  • 1080p scaling via Faroudja DCDi Cinema
  • WRAT technology and discrete amp construction for cleaner sound
Onkyo SKS-HT870 Home Theater Speaker System
Onkyo SKS-HT870 Home Theater Speaker System
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For maximum audio impact, your multichannel Onkyo receiver should be accompanied by a full-blooded surround-sound speaker set. Fitting the bill is the new SKS-HT870, a 7.1-channel system that injects power and vitality into all your movies, games, and music. The highlight, both visually and aurally, is a pair of dual-drive, floor-standing tallboy front speakers rated conservatively at 130 W. In concert with the two-way center and full-range surround and surround-back speakers—each also rated 130 W—they deliver stunningly detailed high- and mid-range frequencies. Meanwhile, at the bottom end, a superbly calibrated 290 W subwoofer adds visceral heft to bass notes and low frequency effects.

For maximum audio impact, your multichannel Onkyo receiver should be accompanied by a full-blooded surround-sound speaker set. Fitting the bill is the SKS-HT870, a 7.1-channel system that injects power and vitality into all your movies, games, and music. The highlight--both visually and aurally--is a pair of dual-drive, floor-standing tallboy front speakers rated conservatively at 130 W. In concert with the two-way center and full-range surround and surround-back speakers--each also rated 130 W--they deliver stunningly detailed high- and mid-range frequencies. Meanwhile, at the bottom end, a superbly calibrated 290 W subwoofer adds visceral heft to bass notes and low frequency effects. Specifications Front Speakers Type: Dual-drive, 2-way Woofer: 3-1/4-inch cone woofer x 2 Tweeter: 1-inch Balanced-Dome Frequency response: 55 Hz-50 kHz Maximum power: 130 watts Dimensions: 10-5/16 x 41-5/16 x 10-5/16 inches Surround Speakers Type: Full-range Woofer: 3-1/4-inch cone Tweeter: 3/4-inch Balanced-Dome Frequency response: 80 Hz-20 kHz Maximum power: 130 watts Dimensions: 4-1/2 x 9-1/16 x 3-3/4 inches Center Speaker Type: Dual-drive, 2-way Woofer: 3-1/4-inch cone woofer x 2 Tweeter: 1-inch Balanced-Dome Frequency response: 55 Hz-50 kHz Maximum power: 130 watts Dimensions: 16-15/16 x 4-1/2 x 4-3/4 inches Onkyo SKS-HT870 7.1-channel surround sound speaker package (see larger image).   Subwoofer Type: Bass Reflex Powered Woofer: 10-inch cone Frequency response: 25 Hz-150 kHz Maximum power: 230 watts Dimensions: 10-13/16 x 19-15/16 x 16-3/16 inches

Features

  • 7.1-channel home theater speaker set
  • Highlighted by pair of floor-standing tallboy front speakers for visual and aural impact
  • 130 watts total output on dual-drive front and center speakers and full-range surround speakers
  • Bass reflex powered subwoofer with 230 watts output
  • Subwoofer construction includes a 10-inch cone driver
Bose® CineMate® GS Series II Digital Home Theater Speaker System
Bose® CineMate® GS Series II Digital Home Theater Speaker System
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The Bose® CineMate® GS II speaker system is the easiest way to enjoy Bose 2.1-channel home theater performance and bring out the full audio potential of your HDTV. Proprietary TrueSpace® technology enables two Gemstone® speakers and an Acoustimass® module to deliver compelling sound for movies, games, sports and more. The system easily connects directly to your TV, avoiding the need to disconnect other sources. And with no rear speakers, there's no wiring to the back of your room. A programmable universal remote control simplifies operation of other connected sources. A sound upgrade for your home theater needs The CineMate GS II system represents a quality home theater upgrade to complement your HDTV. Two powerful Gemstone speakers flank your TV and put you in the middle of dramatic home theater sound. You'll experience a level of realism that simply cannot be matched by TV speakers alone.A hideaway Acoustimass module provides the low frequency effects that make movies and games so compelling. It even includes dedicated bass control. Place the module in a corner or out of view--all the sound seems to come from the compact speakers. Together, the speakers and Acoustimass module provide full depth and clarity for your music, too. Simplified setup Setting up a CineMate GS II system is a quick exercise, with only a few wires to connect. It hooks up directly to your TV with minimal-if any-disruption to existing component connections. A small interface module houses your audio input from the TV and displays on/off status for your system. And it's all controlled with a programmable universal remote that works seamlessly with most video components attached to your television. What's in the box --2 Gemstone speakers --Acoustimass module --Interface module --Universal remote control and batteries --Stereo cable (6') --Speaker cable (15') --Optical cable (6')

Features

  • 2.1-channel speaker system with premium Gemstone® speakers, improved digital acoustic performance
  • Designed to enhance the audio from your TV and existing video sources
  • Universal remote controls system and most components connected to your TV
  • Simplified setup, with only a few connections to make. Ideal for small- to medium-sized rooms.
Yamaha NS-SP1800BL 5.1-Channel Home Theater Speaker Package
Yamaha NS-SP1800BL 5.1-Channel Home Theater Speaker Package
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The Yamaha NS-SP1800BL 5.1-channel home theater speaker package is a low cost, convenient way to enjoy the full benefits of 5.1-channel home theater sound. The NS-SP1800BL features advanced Yamaha active servo technology (Advanced YST) is a unique system in which the speaker and amplifier work together to cancel out impedance so the speaker unit has a perfectly linear motion. Advanced YST helps to ensure the highest levels of sound pressure and overall performance.

Features

  • 2-way satellite speakers with 2.5" woofer & 1/2" tweeter
  • 2-way center speaker with dual 2.5" woofers & 1/2" tweeter
  • Magnetic shielding (all speakers)
  • 8" 100W cube-type high power subwoofer
  • Wall hanging capability
LG LHT854 1000-Watt DVD Disc Home Theater In a Box
LG LHT854 1000-Watt DVD Disc Home Theater In a Box
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1000W 1 Disc HTiB, 4 Satellite, HDMi/ 1080p, Made for I Pod, Demo Mode

Features

  • HDMI 1080p Up-Scaling Superior image quality from standard DVDs with 1080p up-scaling via HDMI output
  • Direct iPod Dock Connect, charge and control your iPod or iPhone
  • LG Simplink Easy control interface with other LG SimpLink products.
  • USB Media Host Experience your digital music and photo library with USB Media Host
  • Dolby Digital Plus, Dolby True HD
Sony STR-DH510 5.1-Channel Home Theater Receiver [3D Compatible]
Sony STR-DH510 5.1-Channel Home Theater Receiver [3D Compatible]
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Give your home entertainment a powerful boost with the STR-DH510 5.1-channel high-definition A/V receiver. Outfitted with 5 HD inputs (3 HDMI, 2 component), it's easy to integrate your HD home components such as a Blu-ray Disc player or PlayStation 3 system. You'll also experience audio closer to the way it was recorded with built-in Blu-ray Disc audio decoding (LPCM only). Additional features include Audio Return Channel which eliminates the need for extra cables connected to your TV, and standby pass-through which lets you access all of your HDMI connected devices without having to power on the receiver.

Features

  • 5.1-channel A/V receiver with 100 watts per channel
  • 5 HD video inputs (3 HDMI, 2 component)
  • HDMI Repeater for simplified audio and video signal management
  • Blu-ray Disc audio decoding (linear PCM only)
  • Audio Return Channel uses just one cable for TV audio
Optoma HD20 High Definition 1080p DLP Home Theater Projector (Grey)
Optoma HD20 High Definition 1080p DLP Home Theater Projector (Grey)
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The Optoma HD20 brings a new level of flexibility to your High-Definition home theater/multi-media experience. With true 1080p resolution, the HD20 delivers excellent color saturation and subtle details for superior image quality. With its sleek design and weight of 6.4 lbs, the Optoma HD20 is perfect for sharing big-screen movies, sporting events and concerts or for taking your video gaming to the next level by connecting the HD20 to your favorite game console.

Features

  • True High Def 1080p Resolution
  • 1700 Lumens Brightness
  • 4000:1 Contrast Ratio
  • Up to 300-Inch Screen size
  • Two HDMI, VGA-In, Component Video, Composite Video and +12V Trigger
Epson PowerLite Home Cinema 705 HD 720p 3LCD Home Theater Projector
Epson PowerLite Home Cinema 705 HD 720p 3LCD Home Theater Projector
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EPSON PowerLite Home Cinema 705HD Home theater projector

Features

  • 720p, high-definition, widescreen performance; for movies, games and more
  • Bright — 2500 lumens color and 2500 lumens white light output
  • Rich, vibrant true-to-life color — advanced 3LCD, 3-chip technology
  • Easy setup — 1.2x optical zoom, auto keystone
  • Versatile connectivity HDMI, USB Type A, Component Video, and S-Video digital connections
Monster Cable MP HTS800 Home Theater PowerCenter HTS800 With Coax Protection
Monster Cable MP HTS800 Home Theater PowerCenter HTS800 With Coax Protection
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Monster Cable MP HTS800 HP High Performance Home Theatre PowerCenter® HTS800 With Satellite 8 outlets, 1 coax, 1 phone, Clean Power

Amazon.com Product DescriptionThe fact is, analog audio equipment is sensitive to a different type of noise than video, just as video is sensitive to a different type of noise than digital, and so on. In the past, manufacturers have used filters to combat the problem of noise introduced via power sources. Unfortunately, the filters were not optimized to attenuate at the different frequencies that are unique to digital, analog audio, and video realms. Products that managed to deliver truly cleaner AC power were thousands of dollars in price, out of reach for most people. Enter Head Monster Noel Lee. An uncompromising audiophile, Lee joined forces with Richard Marsh, the world’s foremost expert on AC power, to develop affordable solutions to AC power problems. The result? Monster Clean Power. Internal view showing the various filters and advanced circuitry. Pictured is the HTS5100. Rear view showing the component-assigned outlets. Pictured is the HTS5100. More Than Just Surge! -Monster Clean Power The following overviews of Monster’s isolated, specially tuned Clean Power filters demonstrate the methodology behind Clean Power’s development. The higher the Clean Power stage, the more advanced the noise filtration. The more advanced the noise filtration, the higher the level of component-to-component isolation. Isolated Clean Power Digital Filters Optimized to reduce noise generated by digital equipment digital filters isolate digital components from connected analog audio and video components for maximum rejection of interference. Isolated Clean Power Video Filters Optimized to reduce noise generated by video equipment, video filters isolate video components from connected digital and analog audio components for maximum rejection of interference. Isolated Clean Power Analog Audio Filters Optimized to provide maximum noise rejection for sensitive analog audio components, audio filters isolates audio components from connected digital and video components for maximum rejection of interference. Isolated Clean Power Ultra-High Current Filter Optimized for maximum noise rejection, ultra-high current filters provide maximum current to high power components such as surround sound amplifiers. Reference Home Theater Power Monster PowerCenters also offer the most comprehensive home theater system protection available, featuring higher joule ratings for faster acting, full capacity surge protection. Monster’s Multiple SurgeGuard and Tri-Mode Circuitry instantly detects any voltage surge or spike and immediately suppresses it before it can reach your components. And, for your total peace of mind, the latest generation of Monster Home Theatre Reference PowerCenters come with higher Connected Equipment Guarantees (CEGs). Unlike other surge protectors, the PowerCenters’ ultra low-loss RF circuitry provides maximum protection with virtually no signal loss, especially important with the advent of HDTV. In addition, all PowerCenters display current draw and voltage. Monster recognizes that convenience is vital, too. The PowerCenters feature component-assigned color coding with matching power cord labels for easy identification, and all are rack mountable, for easy integration into custom installed rack mount systems. Get All The Performance You Paid For With Monster Power’s Home Theatre Reference PowerCenters, you’ll get the best possible audio and video performance from your home theater system.

Features

  • Dimensions: 1.40" H x 3.88" W x 10.13" L; weight: 1.31 lbs.
  • Monster Clean Power? Stage 1 v2.0 filter to provide noise-free power to your sensitive electronic components.
  • Color-coded, labeled outlets and matching cord labels for easy hookup.
  • 8 ft. Monster AC power cable with FlatProfile? right angle plug provides flexibility for installations.
  • Eight outlets total, including three spaced for use with AC adapter transformers.
Monster Cable MP AV 800 PowerCenter with Surge Protection
Monster Cable MP AV 800 PowerCenter with Surge Protection
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Monster multiple surge guard circuitry absorbs harmful power surges to give you audio video system protectionharmful power surges and voltage spikes can travel up ac power and coax connections and damage your components. Lightning, automatic garage doors, power tools, refrigerators and fluorescent lights all cause power surges and voltage spikes that can travel up ac power lines and coax cables to damage the sensitive electronic circuitry of your connected audio video components. Ordinary surge protectors, or the so-called "value brands", often fail to provide the adequate level of protection your av components need. Plus, standard surge protectors often cause as much as 20 to 30db of signal loss which can adversely affect the output performance levels of coax connections. Proper connection to an advanced surge protector that offers integrated system protection can help minimize the risk of permanent surge damage. Unlike standard surge protectors, the monster PowerCenter av800 with Surgeguard protection provides multiple layers of defense against harmful surges. Strategically placed multiple metal oxide varasitors respond within one nanosecond (a billionth of a second) to power surges and voltage spikes before they can reach and damage your audio video components. Plus, monster's ultra-low loss RF circuitry minimizes signal loss to maintain the peak output performance of your coax connections. monster PowerCenters make life easier. Monster's flatprofile plug lets you push your furniture flush against the wall. And, with color-coded outlets and cord labels, you can avoid unplugging your VCR by mistake, causing it to blink "12:00". Finally, a generous eight-foot monster power cord, which is the optimum length to reach most electrical outlets, is included. Now you can get protection from harmful surges, voltage spikes and inconvenience! Monster's PowerCenters offer high performance solutions for today's technology challenges.

Features

  • Dimensions: 1.40" H x 3.88" W x 10.13" L; weight: 2.30 lbs.
  • Color-coded, labeled outlets and matching cord labels for easy hookup.
  • 8 ft. Monster AC power cable with FlatProfile? right angle plug provides flexibility for installations.
  • Eight outlets total, including three spaced for use with AC adapter transformers.
  • Maximum conductivity 24k gold contact, grounded right angle plug lets furniture hug walls.
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