Home Theater Systems

Sony HT-CT100
Sony's HT-CT100 soundbar/subwoofer audio system is a phenomenal value that sounds great with movies and music.
Specs: Home theater system, AV receiver, Speaker system, None, Surround Sound, 250 Watt

Panasonic SC-PT760
With a five-disc changer, wireless rear speakers, and an integrated iPod dock, the Panasonic SC-PT760 offers a solid value for anyone looking for an affordable all-in-one home theater solution.
Specs: Home theater system, Speaker system, DVD changer / AV receiver, DVD changer, CD, DVD, CD-R, SVCD, CD-RW, DVD+R, DVD-R, DVD+RW, DVD-RW, DVD-RAM, DVD+R DL, DVD-R DL, Video CD, Surround Sound, 1000 Watt, Remote control (Infrared)

Sony Bravia Theater DAV-HDX500 - home theater system - 5.1 channel
The DAV-HDX500 delivers the best combination of features and value in Sony's Bravia home theater system line.
Specs: Home theater system, Speaker system, DVD changer / AV receiver, DVD changer, CD, DVD, CD-R, SACD, CD-RW, DVD+R, DVD-R, DVD+RW, DVD-RW, Surround Sound, 1000 Watt, Remote control (Infrared)

Onkyo HT-S990THX
The sound quality of the Onkyo HT-S990THX is among the best you'll get from a home-theater-in-a-box system, but the lack of HDMI video is a disappointment.
Specs: Home theater system, AV receiver, Speaker system, None, Surround Sound, 230 Watt, 130 Watt, Remote control (Infrared)

Samsung HT-X810T
While we've heard better virtual surround sound, the Samsung HT-X810T's easy setup and dearth of wires will appeal to those searching for simplicity and a minimalist aesthetic.
Specs: Home theater system, DVD player, CD, DVD, CD-R, CD-RW, DVD+R, DVD-R, DVD+RW, DVD-RW, Stereo, Universal remote control (Infrared)

Panasonic SC-PT660
With its five-disc changer, HDMI output, and integrated iPod dock, the Panasonic SC-PT660 delivers an impressive home theater value for less than $300.
Specs: Home theater system, Speaker system, DVD changer / AV receiver, DVD changer, CD, DVD, CD-R, SVCD, CD-RW, DVD+R, DVD-R, DVD+RW, DVD-RW, DVD-RAM, DVD+R DL, DVD-R DL, Video CD, Surround Sound, 1000 Watt, Remote control (Infrared)

Sony DAV IS10 - home theater system - 5.1 channel
Specs: Home theater system, Speaker system, AV receiver with DVD player, DVD player, CD, DVD, CD-R, CD-RW, DVD+R, DVD-R, DVD+RW, DVD-RW, DVD+R DL, Video CD, Surround Sound, 450 Watt, Remote control (Infrared)

Panasonic SC-PT750
While it's short on inputs, Panasonic's affordable SC-PT750 delivers DVD upscaling, wireless surround speakers, an iPod dock, and some surprisingly decent sound quality for a great price.
Specs: Home theater system, Speaker system, DVD changer / AV receiver, DVD changer, CD, DVD, CD-R, CD-RW, DVD-R, DVD-RAM, Video CD, DVD-Audio, Surround Sound, 1000 Watt, Universal remote control (Infrared)

Panasonic SC-PT960
Specs: Home theater system, Speaker system, DVD changer / AV receiver, DVD changer, CD, DVD, CD-R, SVCD, CD-RW, DVD+R, DVD-R, DVD+RW, DVD-RW, DVD-RAM, DVD+R DL, DVD-R DL, Video CD, Surround Sound, 1250 Watt, Remote control (Infrared)

Samsung HT-X70
The Samsung HT-X70 is stylish and has a great feature set for the price, but it sounds better on movies than with music.
Specs: Home theater system, Speaker system, DVD changer / AV receiver, DVD changer, CD, DVD, CD-R, CD-RW, DVD-R, DVD-RW, Video CD, DVD-Audio, Surround Sound, 1200 Watt, Universal remote control (Infrared), 32.3 in x 17.3 in x 12.6 in

Philips HTS6500
The unremarkable sound quality of the Philips HTS6500 is outweighed by its winning combination of slick aesthetics, impressive features, and affordable pricing.
Specs: Home theater system, DVD player, Speaker system, DVD player, CD ( PAL ), DVD ( NTSC ), CD-R, SVCD, CD-RW, DVD+R, DVD-R, DVD+RW, DVD-RW, Video CD, Kodak Picture CD, Stereo, 500 Watt, Remote control (Infrared)

Bose 3-2-1 Series II (graphite)
The Bose 3-2-1 Series II DVD system does a surprisingly good surround-sound imitation with just two satellites, but it's overpriced.
Specs: DVD surround system, Speaker system, DVD player / AV receiver, DVD player, CD, DVD, CD-R, CD-RW, DVD+R, DVD-R, Video CD, Graphite gray, Stereo, Universal remote control (Infrared)

Panasonic SC-BT100
Specs: Home theater system, Speaker system, Blu-Ray disc player / AV receiver, CD, DVD, CD-R, CD-RW, DVD+R, DVD-R, DVD+RW, DVD-RW, DVD-RAM, DVD+R DL, DVD-R DL, Surround Sound, Remote control

Sony Bravia Theater DAV-HDX576WF - home theater system - 5.1 channel
Specs: Home theater system, Speaker system, Receiver with speakers, DVD changer / AV receiver, DVD changer, DVD, CD-R, SACD, CD-RW, DVD+R, DVD-R, DVD+RW, DVD-RW, DVD+R DL, Video CD, Surround Sound, 8 Watt, 1000 Watt, Universal remote control (Infrared)

Onkyo HT-SP908
Specs: Home theater system, DVD player, AV receiver, Speaker system, DVD player, CD, DVD, CD-R, CD-RW, Surround Sound, 1000 Watt, Remote control (Infrared)

Sony DAV-X1
Sony's DAV-X1 virtual-surround Dream System can unleash a full, enveloping sound from DVDs, but it's less satisfying with CDs.
Specs: Home theater system, DVD player, Speaker system, DVD player, CD, DVD, CD-R, SACD, CD-RW, DVD+R, DVD-R, DVD+RW, DVD-RW, Video CD, Surround Sound, Remote control (Infrared)

JVC Sophisti DD-3 - home theater system
If you can look past its high price--and some annoying shortcomings--the JVC DD-3 Sophisti offers elegant styling and pretty good sound for its size.
Specs: Home theater system, Speaker system, DVD player / radio tuner, DVD player, CD ( PAL ), DVD, CD-R, SVCD, CD-RW, DVD+R, DVD-R, DVD+RW, DVD-RW, Video CD, Surround Sound, 120 Watt, 30 Watt, 220 Watt, Remote control (Infrared)

Samsung HT-AS720
Specs: Home theater system, AV receiver, Speaker system, None, Surround Sound, 150 Watt, 100 Watt, 650 Watt, Universal remote control (Infrared)

Sony DAV-HDX265
Specs: Home theater system, Speaker system, DVD changer, DVD changer, CD, DVD, CD-R, CD-RW, DVD+R, DVD-R, DVD+RW, DVD-RW, Surround Sound, 1000 Watt, Remote control (Infrared)

Sony Bravia DAV-X10
The combination of elegant style, easy setup, and fairly accomplished sonics make the Sony Bravia DAV-X10 a worthwhile choice for those willing to look past its connectivity shortfalls and high price tag.
Specs: Home theater system, Speaker system, DVD player / AV receiver, DVD player, CD, DVD, CD-R, SACD, CD-RW, DVD+R, DVD-R, DVD+RW, DVD-RW, DVD+R DL, Video CD, Stereo, Remote control (Infrared)

Samsung HT-Z310T
Specs: Home theater system, Speaker system, IPod docking station, DVD player / AV receiver / digital player, DVD player, CD, DVD, CD-R, CD-RW, DVD+R, DVD-R, DVD+RW, DVD-RW, DVD-Audio, Surround Sound, 166, 170 Watt, 1000 Watt, Universal remote control (Infrared)

Sony Bravia Theater DAV-HDX267W
The affordable DAV-HDX267W home theater system is loaded with features, but a dearth of inputs and the somewhat convoluted wireless rear speaker setup dampen our enthusiasm.
Specs: Home theater system, Speaker system, DVD changer / AV receiver, DVD changer, CD, DVD, CD-R, CD-RW, DVD+R, DVD-R, DVD+RW, DVD-RW, DVD+R DL, Video CD, Surround Sound, 1000 Watt, Remote control (Infrared)

Sony DAV HDX275 - home theater system - 5.1 channel
Specs: Home theater system, Speaker system, DVD changer / AV receiver, DVD changer, DVD, CD-R, SACD, CD-RW, DVD+R, DVD-R, DVD+RW, DVD-RW, DVD+R DL, Video CD, Surround Sound, 1000 Watt, Universal remote control (Infrared)

Harman/Kardon CP 65
Specs: Home theater system, DVD player, AV receiver, Speaker system, DVD player, CD, DVD, CD-R, SACD, CD-RW, DVD+R, DVD-R, DVD+RW, DVD-RW, Video CD, DVD-Audio, Kodak Picture CD, Surround Sound, 200 Watt, Universal remote control

Sony DAV-FX900W
The Sony DAV-FX900W Dream System maxes out on style and features--such as HDMI output and wireless rear speakers--but its sound quality is disappointing relative to the price.
Specs: Home theater system, Speaker system, DVD changer / AV receiver, DVD changer, CD, DVD, CD-R, SACD, CD-RW, DVD+R, DVD-R, DVD+RW, DVD-RW, DVD+R DL, Video CD, Surround Sound, 143 Watt, 285 Watt, 1280 Watt