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Polk Audio SurroundBar 50 Surround System (Single Speaker, Titanium Silver)

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Polk Audio SurroundBar 50 Surround System (Single Speaker, Titanium Silver)
 
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The Polk Audio SurroundBar 50 is 51" wide to offer an enveloping surround sound experience to anyone who wants better sound from their TV but does not want to install rear-mounted speakers. It delivers surround sound from a single, multi-driver loudspeaker located under or over the TV screen using SDA Surround technology. SDA Surround technology uses a patented combination of signal processing and acoustical geometry that complements the spacing between your ears to produce surround sound without the need for rear mounted speakers. It can deliver a room-filling surround experience in nearly any location in almost any type of room with no special room characteristics required. The SurroundBar 50 is sized to match the width of 50" Plasma and LCD TVs. In addition to using SDA Surround technology on the surround channels, the SurroundBar 50 adds SDA Surround image enhancing technology on the front Left & Right channels to further enhance the surround experience as well as produce a huge stereo sound field from a two-channel source. New drivers and crossover design along with a larger enclosure produce far better bass performance than the original SurroundBar. The aluminum enclosure houses nine mid/bass drivers with Neodymium magnets, three dome tweeters and a four-PC board crossover with over 60 components.

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  • Polk Audio's patented SDA® Surround Technology delivers a vivid sound field from a single 51" cabinet
  • Dual Front Ports for superior clean, low distortion bass
  • Simplified color-coded hookup means no more tangled wires to string around a room
  • Dual cradle mounts give you on-shelf positioning options, and the easy to install wall-mount brackets allow for even greater placement flexibility
  • Magnetically shielded with neodymium motor structures for safe placement on or near TVs

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Exactly as Described
 
Review Date: February 21, 2010
Reviewer: Todd Buchner,
I was sceptical that this would "fill" our room with sound (16' X 16' with 9' ceiling), but even with my old reciever and sub it does a good job. The bass is lacking, so make sure you have a sub.
It's definitely not on par with a complete surround system and you can localize, but I am very please with it.
Music (depending on source) sounds fantastic. This is wife friendly and I would recommend it for sure.
A very capable soundbar solution.
 
Review Date: October 1, 2009
Reviewer: Larry, VA
I recently upgraded my home theater to 7.1 and went with a great in wall installation for the rear 4. Unfortunately, my wife liked the clutter reduction and "requested" that I ditch the huge tower LCR speakers as well... I investigated several soundbar solutions to add to my existing setup and finding unpowered LCR bars was not easy until I found the Polk SurroundBar 50.

I bought mine through the Amazon Warehouse and it arrived in a truly shredded box, but the contents were in perfect order. Hookup was simple, although the included wires are too long for my install and a little on the scrawny side, but they are well sheathed and color coded for easy install. The variety of mounting/stand solutions was very nice and allowed me to place the bar on the console under my 65" LCD without a hitch.

Setup and calibration was simple, but as others (including the vendor) have indicated they are a little bright and you MUST have subwoofer support if you want an accurate experience. Surround is as iffy as I would expect, no matter the mojo, but since I was looking for LCR it was perfect. I ended up wiring the SurroundBar's surrounds to give me a 9.1 setup and it does an admirable job.

Soundbars ARE a compromise - I doubt anyone's bar will give you the same surround experience as a discrete speaker system. If that is what you're hoping for, then get 5+ speakers and be done with it. However, if you're looking for a single speaker solution to give you a reasonable portrayal and you already have an amplifier then look no further.
Attractive, well priced, and a little more enveloping than regular speakers
 
Review Date: June 4, 2009
Reviewer: Justin, Washington, DC
I've got this SurroundBar 50 hooked up to a Sony mid-range receiver, a Polk PSW111 sub, and a Sharp 52" LCD in a cathedral ceiling, trapezoidal room. Basically this was the only thing that would work. The overall effect is very good and I'm happy with the piece. It's not insignificant to me that this is a very attractive piece of A/V equipment, with easy hookup and three mounting options out of the box. I've got it on very small feet and it looks great.

As far as sound, for movies and TV it works well, though make no mistake that there's no way anything sounds like it's coming from behind you. However, I have heard sounds from beside me, which was a cool feeling. I've experienced a few times where the center channel of speech gets a little lost, but that's happened less with this SurroundBar than with other multi-piece systems I've had.

The bottom line is that, despite sometimes being slightly on the bright side, the overall sound from this bar matched with the PSW111 is very good. My dad is a professional classical musician and commented that the system playing digital cable music was exceptional--that says a lot.
Little or no surround sound
 
Review Date: June 1, 2009
Reviewer: Craig B. Kelford II, St. Charles, MO United States
The Surround 50 bar by Polk provides little or no surround sound. I installed it with my Pioneer Elite Receiver and a Polk sub-woofer. All sound seemed to come from the sound bar. I then played the same movie with individual Polk surround speakers. They provided true 5.1 sound. I am returning the bar to Electronic Expo as a result.
Best single speaker surround option I've heard for under a grand.
 
Review Date: May 19, 2009
Reviewer: Sean Hicks, Dallas, TX
Never thought I would like a single speaker surround solution. Unfortunately the wife's opinions on interior design made finding one a necessity. Not surprising, Polk Audio delivers once again. What a great speaker company!

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Sony BRAVIA DAV-HDX265 Home Theater System

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HDMI Output with 1080i upscaling of DVD Media — Reads the data on a standard DVD at 480P and upscales the video resolution to 1080i resolution on your compatible TV. This allows for you to enjoy the best in video performance while delivering digital video and audio over one simple cable. BRAVIA¿ Theater Sync — As a leader in products with HDMI connectivity, Sony has created BRAVIA¿ Theater Sync to go beyond simple audio and video transmission. When combined with a select number of BRAVIA¿ Televisions and other Sony audio and video products, in addition to audio and video transmission, control functions will be transmitted via the HDMI cable. With One Touch Play, operations that took several steps have been reduced to one. Press the PLAY button on the remote, watch the audio and/or the video component(s) turn on then the BRAVIA¿ television turn on and switch to the correct video input Simple Easy BRAVIA¿ Theater Sync.

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  • Amazon Sales Rank: #25545 in Consumer Electronics
  • Color: Silver
  • Brand: Sony
  • Model: DAVHDX265
  • Number of items: 1
  • Dimensions: 14.30 pounds

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  • 5-disc DVD/CD/SA-CD player
  • Powerful 1000-watt RMS rating
  • BRAVIA Theater Sync technology for flawless picture and sound
  • Digital Media Port lets you expand your home theater’s capabilities
  • Seamless HDMI upscaling to 720p/1080i of DVD media

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Coby DVD420 2.1-Channel DVD Home Theater System (Black)

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Coby DVD420 2.1-Channel DVD Home Theater System (Black)
 
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The Coby DVD420 2.1-channel DVD home theater system makes home theater setup quick and easy. With 2 full-range satellite speakers and a subwoofer with tuned port for deep bass response and an ultra-compact DVD player, this package can get you up and running in a flash. It also supports a host of media formats including DVD, DVD-R/RW, CD, and CD-R/RW and is JPEG compatible.

Product Details
  • DVD, DVD±R/RW, CD, CD-R/RW, and JPEG compatible, Dolby digital decoder
  • Digital and analog AV outputs for home theater use, NTSC/PAL compatible
  • Multiple language, subtitle, and camera angle support, picture zoom function, parental lock control, FCC approved and ETL listed
  • 2.1-channel system with 75 watts total output power, two full-range satellite speakers, wooden subwoofer with tuned port for deep bass response
  • Convenient volume and bass level controls

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Klipsch Quintet SL Home Theater System (Set of Five, Black)

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Quintet SL 5-Piece Home Theater System

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  • Five piece surround sound home theater system
  • 0.75" aluminum dome tweeters and horn-loaded technology delivers lifelike performances
  • 3.5" high-output woofers deliver room-filling bass
  • Power handling: Quintet SL LCR: 50 watts (200 watts peak), Satellite: 50 watts (200 watts peak)
  • Each speaker features easy keyhole wall mounting or place on a bookshelf using the pedestal feet

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DVD Home Theater with 1080P HDmi Upconversion

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DVD Home Theater with 1080P HDmi Upconversion
 
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High definition pictures and powerful surround sound delivered by this elegant system provide unbeatable home entertainment. Enjoy sharp pictures with 1080p HDMI upconversion, as well as convenient iPod playback.

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  • 1080p HDMI upscales to high definition
  • Hi-speed USB 2.0 Link for media from USB flash drives
  • EasyLink for control of connected devices via HDMI CEC
  • Dock for iPod compatibility; FM tuner bands
  • Video- audio- still picture playback

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Bose Acoustimass 5 - Speaker System, ideal for stereo or home theater use - White

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Bose Acoustimass 5 - Speaker System, ideal for stereo or home theater use - White
 
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Experience enhanced sound from Bose's most affordable, next-generation Acoustimass stereo speakers. The Acoustimass 3 system delivers bass that's the deepest and fullest yet. Two single-cube speakers--smaller than ever before--are elegantly designed to fit virtually any decor. And the module easily hides away behind furniture or off in a corner, so all the lifelike sound seems to flow from the tiny cubes.

You will expect to find much larger speakers when you hear the Acoustimass 5 Series III speakers. Yet the spacious sound actually comes from two tiny cube speaker arrays and a hideaway Acoustimass bass module. The improved cube speakers offer enhanced performance, contemporary styling, and a smaller size than the Series II. And the improved module fills a room with even deeper, fuller bass. These Virtually Invisible speakers are the definitive answer to the question of how to combine spacious sound with space-saving design.

Though the Virtually Invisible speaker design may seem like a disappearing act, the performance is quite noticeable. Full, resonating bass and crystal-clear highs envelop a room in beautiful stereo sound. It's all the result of years of intense research and testing. The Acoustimass 5 speakers accomplish what no conventional speakers can claim: big, lifelike sound without big, bulky speakers. Now or in the future, Acoustimass stereo speakers can be turned into a home theater set by simply adding the compatible Bose VCS-10 center-channel speaker. For full five-speaker surround sound, add the VCS-30 center-surround speaker package.

Product Details
  • Versatile bookshelf speakers for music and movies in smaller rooms
  • Direct/Reflecting® speaker technology
  • Stereo Everywhere® speaker performance

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Yamaha YHT-791BL Home Theater in a Box (Black)

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Yamaha YHT-791BL Home Theater in a Box (Black)
 
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Yamaha YHT-791BL Home Theater in a Box (Black)

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  • 7-channel 630W powerful surround sound (90W x 7)
  • 1080p-Compatible HDMI 1.3
  • iPod and Bluetooth Compatibility
  • Seven Speakers and a 100W Subwoofer

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Bose® Acoustimass® 10 Series IV home entertainment speaker system - Black

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Bose® Acoustimass® 10 Series IV home entertainment speaker system - Black
 
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The Acoustimass® 10 speaker system features a proprietary powered Acoustimass module to provide profound low frequencies throughout the listening area. Two downward-firing drivers in the Acoustimass module give you powerful performance for the lowest audible notes and effects. The module features technology that minimizes audible distortion. You can hide the Acoustimass module virtually anywhere in the room, and you experience dramatic sound that all seems to come from the small speaker arrays. The Acoustimass 10 Series IV speaker system includes four innovative Direct/Reflecting® cube speaker arrays and a horizontal center channel speaker array to produce lifelike effects in 5.1-channel surround sound. Together, they deliver exceptional performance, so music and dialogue ring clear and true. The Acoustimass 10 Series IV speaker system is engineered to fill the room with beautiful sound ... not bulky speakers. With the module hidden away, all you see are the small, décor-friendly speakers. Accessory brackets and stands offer attractive placement options. The result is a rewarding entertainment experience youll have to hear to believe. It brings concert hall, movie theater and ballpark excitement into your living room.

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  • Four cube speaker arrays
  • One horizontal center channel speaker
  • Designed to work with your 5.1-channel components
  • Powered Acoustimass® module

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Bose® CineMate® Digital Home Theater Speaker System

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Bose® CineMate® Digital Home Theater Speaker System
 
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Bose CineMate package includes 2 Compact Articulated Array Speakers, Acoustimass Module, Universal Remote Control, Interface Module, Power Cord (8 Ft.), Stereo Cable (6 Ft.), Speaker Cable (15 Ft.), Setup Disc, AA Batteries, Large Rubber Feet, Small Rubber Feet, 120V Power Cord. You've made the investment in a great TV and other video components, like your DVD player or VCR. Now Bose makes it simple to add the impact of home theater sound using your existing equipment. Because your TV alone no matter how wide, thin or sleek it is cannot provide the thrilling audio performance you crave. Introducing the new Bose CineMate home theater speaker system, an easy and entertaining way to complete the picture. There's no bulky equipment to set up. Just two small speakers and an Acoustimass module work with the video components you already own. The result is thrilling and dramatic sound approaching that of many five-speaker systems. But you're only using three. There's also no complicated wiring or confusing installation. Just a few connections bring your movies and music to life. A universal remote controls your system and most devices attached to your TV. And incredible Bose sound! Bose TruSpace technology delivers wide surround-like sound performance using only 2 satellite speakers and one bass module. You don't really need 5 or 6 speakers! Enjoy home-theater without hassle. It's pure pleasure with Bose CineMate. Videostage 5 Decoding for DVDs, VHS Tapes, and Stereo/Mono Sources from optional external components TrueSpace Processing Circuitry - spacious soundstage and strong center from just 2 speakers Active Electronic Equalization Universal IR Remote Control All Required Speaker Cable Included - There are only four simple connections to make. And with no rear speakers, there's no messy wiring required to the back of your room. Intuitive one-way connectors eliminate the guesswork often associ

Product Details
  • Proprietary Articulated Array speaker design combines with TrueSpace digital processing circuitry to produce cinematic sweep
  • 2.1 Channel Virtual-Surround sound
  • Two Compact Articulated Array Speakers -- Each With Dual 2 Drivers And Video-Shielded Magnets In A Bass Reflex Enclosure With Rubber Feet handle
  • Acoustimass Bass Module With 5.25 Long-Throw Woofer reproduces bass and deep-bass frequencies for true home-theater dimension
  • Interface Module -- IR Receiver With LED Display Indicators (ON/OFF & Remote Signal Received)

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Klipsch HD 500 Compact 5.1 High Definition Theater system (Set of Six, Black)

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Klipsch HD 500 Compact 5.1 High Definition Theater system (Set of Six, Black)
 
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Beautiful and compact 5.1 Theater system designed to make High Definition TV and sources really come to life with the Power, Detail and Emotion Klipsch speakers are famous for. Exclusive horn-loaded design that has made Klipsch famous for over 60 years and which provides unequalled detail and dynamics, is at the heart of the 4 small High Gloss Black speakers and center channel. A perfectly matched powered subwoofer delivers Klipsch-quality bass with heart-pounding special effects and full-bodied music, all from a compact enclosure featuring a heavy-duty 8" driver and 120watt RMS amplifier.

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  • Exclusive horn-loaded Micro-Tractrix design produces more lifelike sound and greater output with less power & energy than conventional designs.
  • Four beautiful High Gloss Black speakers feature 2.5" heavy-duty IMG woofer and .75 Aluminum Micro-Tractrix horn-loaded tweeter.
  • High Gloss Black center channel for precise dialog & special effects via twin 2.5" IMG woofers & .75" Alumninum Micro-Tractrix horn-loaded tweeter
  • Powerful and compact subwoofer in Black Pica finish with crossover, phase and level controls perfectly blend the heavy-duty 8" fiber-compostite driver
  • Integrated Wall brackets included rotate 40 degrees, also 1/4" threaded insert for use with optional floor stands from a variety of manufacturers.

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