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<rss version="2.0"><channel><title>Audioholics Reviews and News from Audioholics</title><link>http://www.audioholics.com</link><description>Where audio and video equipment undergoes rigorous objective and subjective tests by our staff, ensuring that marketing slogans aren't the only guidelines for your home theater choices.</description><lastBuildDate>Mon, 02 Nov 2009 06:00:00 -0000</lastBuildDate><item><title>Boston SoundWare XS 5.1 Review</title><link>http://www.audioholics.com/reviews/speakers/satellite/boston-soundware-xs-5.1</link><description>Boston Acoustics is attempting to out-cube the masters of cube with their SoundWare XS system. At a very reasonable $500, the system comes complete with five cubes, a sub, and a very innovative design and mounting system. Designed to be the perfect system for parents, friends, children, and even your bedroom, the SoundWare XS is looking to impress.</description><pubDate>Mon, 02 Nov 2009 06:00:00 -0000</pubDate><guid>/reviews/speakers/satellite/boston-soundware-xs-5.1</guid><category>Satellite and Sound Bars</category><category>Speakers</category></item><item><title>Aperion Audio Intimus 4BP Bipole Surround Speaker</title><link>http://www.audioholics.com/reviews/speakers/satellite/aperion-audio-intimus-4bp</link><description>Aperion Audio Intimus 4BP is the new on-wall Bipole speaker. This is a speaker with all of the drivers firing in phase.The Intimus 4BP uses the same drivers found in the entire Intimus 4 line. The real interesting thing is that the speaker is constructed out of 3/4" HDF and is only 5" tall!</description><pubDate>Mon, 24 Aug 2009 06:05:00 -0000</pubDate><guid>/reviews/speakers/satellite/aperion-audio-intimus-4bp</guid><category>Satellite and Sound Bars</category><category>Speakers</category></item><item><title>Samsung HT-BD3252 Home Theater System with Blu-ray</title><link>http://www.audioholics.com/reviews/speakers/satellite/samsung-ht-bd3252</link><description>Samsung is definitely looking for a specific customer with the HT-BD3252. With limited inputs and outputs, we're betting this package will be a great add-on to a display sale. The WiFi, Netflix and Pandora streaming, USB port, network streaming, iPod support, and auto calibration should make your first time buyer (providing they have the right display) very happy. </description><pubDate>Fri, 31 Jul 2009 08:55:00 -0000</pubDate><guid>/reviews/speakers/satellite/samsung-ht-bd3252</guid><category>Satellite and Sound Bars</category><category>Speakers</category></item><item><title>Vizio VSB210WS Sound Bar with Wireless Subwoofer Review</title><link>http://www.audioholics.com/reviews/speakers/satellite/vizio-vsb210ws-sound-bar-wireless-subwoofer</link><description>A good deal; Americans are crazy for them.  Waiting in line three days at an IKEA store for a free chair; bogo sales; no interest for 90 days; no payments till 2075; we can't get enough.  "Recession proof" stores are successful because the stores provide a good deal.  The Wal-Marts, Targets, Rooms to Go's, etc. prey on the American dream of getting the deal of a lifetime.  Good deal or not, if America believes they are getting a deal, the product will be successful.</description><pubDate>Thu, 23 Jul 2009 14:44:47 -0000</pubDate><guid>/reviews/speakers/satellite/vizio-vsb210ws-sound-bar-wireless-subwoofer</guid><category>Satellite and Sound Bars</category><category>Speakers</category></item><item><title>Boston Acoustics SoundWare XS 5.1 Surround Speaker System </title><link>http://www.audioholics.com/reviews/speakers/satellite/boston-acoustics-soundware-xs</link><description>In this economy, everyone is looking for a deal. There are also people that are that looking for big sound out of small speakers. While the first is relatively easy to find, the second is pretty much impossible. Boston Acoustics is taking their stab at it with their new SoundWare XS 5.1 Surround Speaker System. Available in black and white, the speaker system is designed to be shelf, wall or corner mounted. At just about a 4" cube, the system should have little problem blending into the background.</description><pubDate>Wed, 01 Jul 2009 08:40:00 -0000</pubDate><guid>/reviews/speakers/satellite/boston-acoustics-soundware-xs</guid><category>Satellite and Sound Bars</category><category>Speakers</category></item><item><title>Atlantic Technology 1400 SR-z Height Speakers</title><link>http://www.audioholics.com/reviews/speakers/satellite/atlantic-tech-1400-sr-z-height</link><description>Dolby ProLogic IIz is a brand new DSP. It has only recently started showing up on home theater receivers. The Onkyo  TX-SR607 has only started hitting store shelves and already Atlantic Technology had a speaker optimized for th PLIIz processing. The 1400 SR-z is a selectable dipole/bipole speaker with a compact size and shallow profile. At just over a foot wide, less than half a foot deep, and 8" tall, they are definitely compact. They are only 7lbs each so hanging them shouldn't be much of a problem.</description><pubDate>Thu, 23 Apr 2009 08:40:00 -0000</pubDate><guid>/reviews/speakers/satellite/atlantic-tech-1400-sr-z-height</guid><category>Satellite and Sound Bars</category><category>Speakers</category></item><item><title>MCM Custom Audio 50-908 5.0 Speaker System Review</title><link>http://www.audioholics.com/reviews/speakers/satellite/mcm-custom-audio-50-908</link><description>When getting into the home theater game, the biggest stumbling block for early adopters is price. The MCM Custom Audio 50-908 speakers consist of the 50-9085 bookshelf speakers and the 50-9080 center channel. As an entry level speaker, the MCM Custom Audio 50-908's blew me away. While they are obviously limited by their price point, what they do manage to do is overperform. For just over $100 you can have a 5.0 system that will not only introduce you to surround sound but not break the bank at the same time.</description><pubDate>Mon, 23 Feb 2009 01:15:00 -0000</pubDate><guid>/reviews/speakers/satellite/mcm-custom-audio-50-908</guid><category>Satellite and Sound Bars</category><category>Speakers</category></item><item><title>The Speaker Company TSAT-1000-HT8-B System Review</title><link>http://www.audioholics.com/reviews/speakers/satellite/tsat-1000-ht8-b</link><description>This is the finest sounding compact system on the cheap ($399 for 5.1) that I’ve heard with a fit and finish that is second to none. The system works extremely well together mated with the ASW-8 subwoofer. Considering that tSc offers a FREE 30 day trial period with FREE shipping both ways, there is simply no risk in buying it. That being said, if a small compact inexpensive system is what you are looking for, than stop perusing the internet and buy this package!</description><pubDate>Mon, 26 Jan 2009 00:00:00 -0000</pubDate><guid>/reviews/speakers/satellite/tsat-1000-ht8-b</guid><category>Satellite and Sound Bars</category><category>Speakers</category></item><item><title>Aperion Audio Intimus 4B Harmony SD</title><link>http://www.audioholics.com/reviews/speakers/satellite/aperion-audio-intimus-4b-harmony-sd</link><description>Aperion Audio's Intimus 4B Harmony SD Speaker System may be a lot to pronounce all in one breath - but it may be worth it, if that means you'll get to put them into your listening room. These speakers are incredibly well-built, and do very well in a near-field environment. They are beautiful to look at and the new Bravus dual 8-inch subwoofer leaves a good impression. For those with larger rooms, look to one of Aperion's bigger systems to give you more dynamics and a better fit.</description><pubDate>Wed, 08 Oct 2008 09:09:15 -0000</pubDate><guid>/reviews/speakers/satellite/aperion-audio-intimus-4b-harmony-sd</guid><category>Satellite and Sound Bars</category><category>Speakers</category></item><item><title>Orb Audio Mod4 Speakers Review</title><link>http://www.audioholics.com/reviews/speakers/satellite/orb-audio-mod4</link><description>Orb Audio has presented a refreshingly contemporary speaker system that somewhat miraculously couples big, expansive sound with a relatively small form factor. The system is almost infinitely expandable and, with the exception of a few ergonomic snafus, seems very well suited for anyone looking to fill a small to medium-sized room with rich, full sound.</description><pubDate>Fri, 08 Aug 2008 10:25:00 -0000</pubDate><guid>/reviews/speakers/satellite/orb-audio-mod4</guid><category>Satellite and Sound Bars</category><category>Speakers</category></item><item><title>Yamaha YSP-4000 Digital Sound Projector Review</title><link>http://www.audioholics.com/reviews/speakers/satellite/yamaha-ysp-4000</link><description>The YSP-4000 is the newest and top-of-the-line product in this well received line. To say that it has been pushed to its limits in this review is probably an understatement. But did it pass? In my book - yes… for movies. Are you going to need a DVD player or other source? Yes. Are you going to need a subwoofer? Definitely. But for movies, what you'll get is a convincing facsimile of surround from a single source, undeniable cool factor, and convenience galore.</description><pubDate>Mon, 04 Feb 2008 17:00:00 -0000</pubDate><guid>/reviews/speakers/satellite/yamaha-ysp-4000</guid><category>Satellite and Sound Bars</category><category>Speakers</category></item><item><title> EMP ECA-4 &amp; ECA-44 Compact Satellite Speaker System Review</title><link>http://www.audioholics.com/reviews/speakers/satellite/emp-eca-4</link><description>This  is a must have solution for any application requiring a compact clutter free and inconspicuously mounted installation.  For a limited time, EMP is extending more than 50% off their MSRP plus FREE shipping which makes this system even more attractive and a very uncommon value.  So basically $729 gets you 5 high performance compact satellite speakers and their new high power compact e10S subwoofer.  This is a “cubed speaker system” killer for well under $1k.  

</description><pubDate>Wed, 16 Jan 2008 21:03:00 -0000</pubDate><guid>/reviews/speakers/satellite/emp-eca-4</guid><category>Satellite and Sound Bars</category><category>Speakers</category></item><item><title>LG/Levinson HTiB</title><link>http://www.audioholics.com/reviews/speakers/satellite/lg-levinson-LHT888</link><description>Mark Levinson once again lent his tuning skill to LG's newest HTiB. The LHT888, inspired by the slim elegant form of the champagne glass, loudspeakers feature multiple drivers in parabolic housings, each with a tapered integrated pedestal. The system includes a 700W 5.1-channel DVD receiver with near 1080p upscaling, built-in wireless kit, USB Media Plus, HDMI output, LG SimpLink multi-device control (HDMI-CEC) and multi-format playback compatibility. </description><pubDate>Mon, 14 Jan 2008 18:06:37 -0000</pubDate><guid>/reviews/speakers/satellite/lg-levinson-LHT888</guid><category>Satellite and Sound Bars</category><category>Speakers</category></item><item><title>Yamaha NS-SP1600</title><link>http://www.audioholics.com/reviews/speakers/satellite/yamaha-ns-sp1600</link><description>When getting your start in home theater, the big problem is always that initial investment. You'd love to spend the money some of the enthusiasts spend but that initial expenditure can be tough to swallow (much less get past the spouse). Yamaha has the solution to this problem with their "I can't believe how little this costs" NS-SP1600 home theater speaker package. For only $179.99 (less than may DVD players and every Blu-ray on the market) you can have a full 5.1 speaker package! </description><pubDate>Wed, 09 Jan 2008 01:15:48 -0000</pubDate><guid>/reviews/speakers/satellite/yamaha-ns-sp1600</guid><category>Satellite and Sound Bars</category><category>Speakers</category></item><item><title>Def Tech Mythos SSA Surround Speaker Systems</title><link>http://www.audioholics.com/reviews/speakers/satellite/def-tech-mythos-ssa</link><description>The all-new Mythos Solo Surround Array (SSA) loudspeakers, the SSA-42 and SSA-50, incorporate a unique patented technology that optimizes the spatial presentation of five channels to create the illusion that the listeners are surrounded by five separate high performance speakers. Like the entire Mythos Series the SSA models are fabricated from aircraft-grade extruded aluminum, styled to perfectly match today’s flat panel plasma and LCD TVs and may be either shelf or wall mounted with the supplied hardware.</description><pubDate>Mon, 07 Jan 2008 05:05:00 -0000</pubDate><guid>/reviews/speakers/satellite/def-tech-mythos-ssa</guid><category>Satellite and Sound Bars</category><category>Speakers</category></item><item><title>KEF KHT1005.2 Home Theater Speakers Overview</title><link>http://www.audioholics.com/reviews/speakers/satellite/kef-kht1005-2-home-theater</link><description>British-based KEF showed off their brand new KHT1005.2 Home Theater Speakers this week at the 2008 CES. The ‘egg-shaped’ surround speakers are joined by the KUBE-1, KEF’s newest, entry-level subwoofer. The system is a second generation model based on their Home Theater 1000 Series speaker system which debuted in 2004. Like the 1000 Series, these speakers utilize KEF's Uni-Q driver design, but with a few modifications, according to the company.</description><pubDate>Mon, 07 Jan 2008 00:05:00 -0000</pubDate><guid>/reviews/speakers/satellite/kef-kht1005-2-home-theater</guid><category>Satellite and Sound Bars</category><category>Speakers</category></item><item><title>JBL CS6100 5.1 Home Theater Speakers</title><link>http://www.audioholics.com/reviews/speakers/satellite/jbl-cs6100</link><description>It seems no matter who one talks to these days the topic of home theater inevitably comes up at some point. Everyone either has a home theater system, or everyone wants one. With the prices falling on flat panel displays and projectors, just about everyone can afford to put together a very nice home theater system. However, not everyone is concerned with having the absolute best when it comes to the audio portion of the system. Nobody wants junk, but most don't want to spend more on the speakers than on the rest of the system. JBL has put together a nice little system that will fill the needs for those wanting to obtain some decent surround sound to go along with the rest of their home theater and not break the bank in the process.</description><pubDate>Sat, 05 Jan 2008 05:05:00 -0000</pubDate><guid>/reviews/speakers/satellite/jbl-cs6100</guid><category>Satellite and Sound Bars</category><category>Speakers</category></item><item><title>Klipsch Quintet SL</title><link>http://www.audioholics.com/reviews/speakers/satellite/klipsch-quintet-sl</link><description>Some people are into clean lines - they don't just want a speaker that looks good, it's got to be the right shape. With the advent of flat panel displays, wall mounting, and the "ultra clean" look, floorstanding speakers have begun to look a little out of place. These new "high tech" living rooms demand a new "high tech" speaker. The Klipsch Quintet SL home theater speaker package attempts to satisfy the delicate sensibilities of the modern decorator without offending the ears of the audio inclined.</description><pubDate>Mon, 03 Dec 2007 00:00:00 -0000</pubDate><guid>/reviews/speakers/satellite/klipsch-quintet-sl</guid><category>Satellite and Sound Bars</category><category>Speakers</category></item><item><title>Yamaha NS-SP7800PN</title><link>http://www.audioholics.com/reviews/speakers/satellite/yamaha-ns-sp7800pn</link><description>While your budding audiophile may be worried about performance to the exclusion of everything else, many others have other concerns. Aesthetics is probably one of the bigger concerns with first adopters. When you are as worried about aesthetics as sound, Yamaha's NS-SP7800PN may fit the bill nicely for you. You'll get decent sound with surprising bass, a fantastic looking set of speakers that won't detract from your décor (it may even add to it), and it doesn't break the bank while doing so.</description><pubDate>Fri, 30 Nov 2007 00:00:00 -0000</pubDate><guid>/reviews/speakers/satellite/yamaha-ns-sp7800pn</guid><category>Satellite and Sound Bars</category><category>Speakers</category></item><item><title>Polk Audio SurroundBAR </title><link>http://www.audioholics.com/reviews/speakers/satellite/polk-audio-surroundbar</link><description>Speakers have made a slow progression from large to small to tiny to invisible. The Polk Audio SurroundBAR is in the latter category. The SurroundBAR is a single (almost) speaker solution that places one speaker up front and simulates the rest of the speakers through digital signal processing. Essentially, it'll have you and your friends wondering how it is that it tricks you into thinking the sound is coming from behind you.</description><pubDate>Fri, 30 Nov 2007 00:00:00 -0000</pubDate><guid>/reviews/speakers/satellite/polk-audio-surroundbar</guid><category>Satellite and Sound Bars</category><category>Speakers</category></item><item><title>Boston Acoustics TVee Model Two </title><link>http://www.audioholics.com/reviews/speakers/satellite/boston-acoustics-tvee-model-two</link><description>Too many people buy a flat panel just to be disgusted by the poorly performing integrated speakers. Not everyone wants surround sound in every room (though we can't imagine why). Boston Acoustics is answering this need with the TVee Model Two - a single horizontal speaker solution paired with a wireless subwoofer. Don't misunderstand, the Boston Acoustics TVee Model Two is NOT a pseudo-surround solution - it is strictly stereo. Enhancing the sound from your flat panel is the idea. </description><pubDate>Thu, 29 Nov 2007 05:00:00 -0000</pubDate><guid>/reviews/speakers/satellite/boston-acoustics-tvee-model-two</guid><category>Satellite and Sound Bars</category><category>Speakers</category></item><item><title>Klipsch Quintet III</title><link>http://www.audioholics.com/reviews/speakers/satellite/klipsch-quintet-iii</link><description>No matter what we may think of small cubed speakers as a general category, the fact is that people want them. Surely there must be quality brands out there. It was with cautious optimism that we took delivery of the Klipsch Synergy Series Quintet III Microsystem for a first look review. Once we got the satellites into our hands, we knew we were in for a different experience.</description><pubDate>Thu, 29 Nov 2007 05:00:00 -0000</pubDate><guid>/reviews/speakers/satellite/klipsch-quintet-iii</guid><category>Satellite and Sound Bars</category><category>Speakers</category></item><item><title>Energy Take Classic 5.1 Speaker System Review</title><link>http://www.audioholics.com/reviews/speakers/satellite/energy-take-classic-review</link><description>The Take Classic system picks up where the Take 5 system left off, and adds aggressive (value) pricing that makes this system worthy of a closer look.  I have had the Take Classic system set up in my Reference Theater for the past several weeks, and can tell you that if you are considering (gasp!) a Home Theater in a Box, stop right where you are and take time to read this review.</description><pubDate>Tue, 27 Nov 2007 17:25:08 -0000</pubDate><guid>/reviews/speakers/satellite/energy-take-classic-review</guid><category>Satellite and Sound Bars</category><category>Speakers</category></item><item><title>Acoustic Research WHT6024 5.1 Wireless Speaker System Review</title><link>http://www.audioholics.com/reviews/speakers/satellite/acoustic-research-wht6024-wireless</link><description>One of the trends I noticed at the recent CEDIA expo in Denver was wireless speaker systems.  I saw everything from a portable speaker that you might use out by the pool to systems designed to be used with traditional full-range speakers.  Probably the most prevalent use of wireless in speaker systems is for rear surrounds in a 5.1 satellite speaker system.  Acoustic Research has released the WHT6024, which falls into this popular category.</description><pubDate>Tue, 23 Oct 2007 14:20:00 -0000</pubDate><guid>/reviews/speakers/satellite/acoustic-research-wht6024-wireless</guid><category>Satellite and Sound Bars</category><category>Speakers</category></item><item><title>Niro Nakamichi 1000 Surround Bar First Look</title><link>http://www.audioholics.com/reviews/speakers/satellite/niro-1000-surround-first-look</link><description>Niro1 Systems (headed by the legendary Niro Nakamichi) has recently launched a new line-up of Niro Surround Systems that are comprised of a single speaker enclosure that houses 5 individual speakers and one subwoofer. They are controlled by a compacted "SPA" digital amplifier using the patented NIROSON® DSP (digital signal processing). The NIRO system banks itself on consumers who will appreciate easy set-up (there are really just two wires.) The system is a single speaker and subwoofer that can be placed just about anywhere, including on a wall or above or below a flat panel television. Obviously, for people who cannot fathom arranging multiple surround speakers in their listening space, this solution will appeal on a grand scale.</description><pubDate>Thu, 11 Oct 2007 20:38:51 -0000</pubDate><guid>/reviews/speakers/satellite/niro-1000-surround-first-look</guid><category>Satellite and Sound Bars</category><category>Speakers</category></item><item><title>Cerwin-Vega! CVHD 5.1 Review</title><link>http://www.audioholics.com/reviews/speakers/satellite/cerwin-vega-cvhd</link><description>For years, Cerwin-Vega! has been known as a company that produces LOUD speakers (they seem to harbor this thought with their tagline "The LOUD Speaker Company"). The slim profile CVHD 5.1 system and hi-tech looks complement many decors and more importantly the expectations of what home theater speakers should look like in many consumers' minds. For $1000, there are a lot of speaker sets out there that are better (but probably don't have as good a sub) but I've seen this set on sale online for as little as $550. For $550, they are a very good deal. The sub is going to destroy any HTiB "bass module" it comes across and you can pump enough sound through the satellites to fill a large room without frying your amp. While they have their limitations, for the right person, at the right price, they could be the right set. </description><pubDate>Fri, 03 Aug 2007 14:47:41 -0000</pubDate><guid>/reviews/speakers/satellite/cerwin-vega-cvhd</guid><category>Satellite and Sound Bars</category><category>Speakers</category></item><item><title>NHT Verve IV 5.1 Speaker System Review</title><link>http://www.audioholics.com/reviews/speakers/satellite/nht-verve-iv-5-1-speaker-system-review</link><description>Did you know that over 40% of NHT employees are musicians?  Knowing that little bit of trivia helps one to understand why the company has such a solid reputation with both audiophiles, and yes, musicians.  I know several professional session and live players who swear by the NHT speakers they have in their home a/v rig, and if you are  looking for a very "musical" speaker that can also handle the demands of home theater, NHT is a manufacturer you should consider when speaker shopping.

</description><pubDate>Thu, 28 Jun 2007 00:00:00 -0000</pubDate><guid>/reviews/speakers/satellite/nht-verve-iv-5-1-speaker-system-review</guid><category>Satellite and Sound Bars</category><category>Speakers</category></item><item><title>Acoustic Research Home Decor Speaker System Review</title><link>http://www.audioholics.com/reviews/speakers/satellite/acoustic-research-home-decor</link><description>One of the more interesting products I saw at the 2007 Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas was the Home Decor system from Acoustic Research.  The system had been named a CES Innovations 2007 Award Honoree, and on the surface I could immediately see the appeal - the marriage of a 5.1 speaker system and a favorable WAF = the combo many a man has sought after!</description><pubDate>Thu, 14 Jun 2007 15:19:48 -0000</pubDate><guid>/reviews/speakers/satellite/acoustic-research-home-decor</guid><category>Satellite and Sound Bars</category><category>Speakers</category></item><item><title> NHT Xd Loudspeaker System Review</title><link>http://www.audioholics.com/reviews/speakers/satellite/nht-xd-loudspeaker-system-review</link><description>The NHT Xd system is the successful realization of an ambitious technical goal NHT set for themselves years ago. It’s a brilliant melding of disparate technologies that so well expresses itself with musical elegance, finesse &amp; power. Critical listeners everywhere will experience musical satisfaction to an altogether uncommon depth &amp; degree.   This system comes highly recommended to those who demand both sonic excellence and a product that adds a strikingly attractive new dimension to the overall visual appeal of their listening space.</description><pubDate>Fri, 04 May 2007 22:09:08 -0000</pubDate><guid>/reviews/speakers/satellite/nht-xd-loudspeaker-system-review</guid><category>Satellite and Sound Bars</category><category>Speakers</category></item><item><title>Yamaha YSP-1100 Video</title><link>http://www.audioholics.com/reviews/speakers/satellite/yamaha-ysp-1100-video</link><description>Yamaha's new Digital Sound projector features 42 DSP-driven drivers that fire in waves to route sound in a way that recreates a full surround sound experience from a single enclosure. We listened to this unit and found it to provide an impressive, immersive experience that differs from anything we had witnessed before. The YSP bubble effect is like surround without speakers and is far different from other phase-based, DSP-only solutions.</description><pubDate>Fri, 05 Jan 2007 00:00:00 -0000</pubDate><guid>/reviews/speakers/satellite/yamaha-ysp-1100-video</guid><category>Satellite and Sound Bars</category><category>Speakers</category></item><item><title>Yamaha YSP-1100 Digital Sound Projector Review</title><link>http://www.audioholics.com/reviews/speakers/satellite/yamaha-ysp-1100</link><description>I remember spying the YSP-1 at the 2005 CES Expo in Las Vegas. Audioholics is no stranger to this technology, but I had never personally gotten my hands on a Digital Sound Projector to review...</description><pubDate>Mon, 13 Nov 2006 00:00:00 -0000</pubDate><guid>/reviews/speakers/satellite/yamaha-ysp-1100</guid><category>Satellite and Sound Bars</category><category>Speakers</category></item><item><title>Logitech Z-5450 Digital Multimedia Speaker System Review</title><link>http://www.audioholics.com/reviews/speakers/satellite/logitech-z-5450</link><description>It seems that I spend more time in front of my computer these days than I do in my home theater.  As a result, I listen to music, play games, and watch video at my desk almost every day.  The idea of a true 5.1 channel surround system has never appealed to me mainly because of the logistics involved with the rear speakers.  In both my office and my home computer setups, there is no good way to conceal speaker wires running to the rear surrounds.  With the introduction of the Z-5450 Digital multimedia speaker system, Logitech has solved this problem.</description><pubDate>Wed, 31 May 2006 00:00:00 -0000</pubDate><guid>/reviews/speakers/satellite/logitech-z-5450</guid><category>Satellite and Sound Bars</category><category>Speakers</category></item><item><title>Radiient Elara Home Theater Speaker System Review</title><link>http://www.audioholics.com/reviews/speakers/satellite/radiient-elara</link><description>It was funny, the very same day I got an email from Gene telling me these speakers were on the way, I had read a request from a forum member about a review of them. So, Murrel, I guess this one is for you. Before receiving the speakers, I perused the Radiient website to get an idea of what I was in for. The speaker package is a 5.0 system which I was both happy and disheartened by. Happy, because I didn’t have move that brick of a sub that is the EP500, but disheartened because I like testing full systems. The speakers looked more like a satellite system with fairly small speakers probably crossed over pretty high… until I looked at the specs – frequency response down to 50Hz on the mains? Hold on, and what does that price say…$499? Intrigued, I was glad to hear that they would be shipping immediately. </description><pubDate>Thu, 25 May 2006 00:00:00 -0000</pubDate><guid>/reviews/speakers/satellite/radiient-elara</guid><category>Satellite and Sound Bars</category><category>Speakers</category></item><item><title>Klipsch THX Ultra2 Loudspeaker System Review</title><link>http://www.audioholics.com/reviews/speakers/satellite/klipsch-thx-ultra2</link><description>For nearly six decades Klipsch Audio Technologies has held an enviably successful position in the American consumer audio industry.  That sort of longevity (given the competitive, volatile nature of the speaker biz) is, in and of itself, a tremendous and rare accomplishment. That their success has come about with a product line focused on horn-loaded loudspeaker systems for both the pro and home audio use makes this achievement even more impressive. And Klipsch knows horns; some of the best &amp; brightest loudspeaker engineers, both past &amp; present have contributed their talents to the Klipsch product lines over the years. And it all began with one person, with an idea, and a rented tin shed in Hope, Arkansas.</description><pubDate>Wed, 17 May 2006 00:00:00 -0000</pubDate><guid>/reviews/speakers/satellite/klipsch-thx-ultra2</guid><category>Satellite and Sound Bars</category><category>Speakers</category></item><item><title>SVS SBS-01 Speaker System Review</title><link>http://www.audioholics.com/reviews/speakers/satellite/svs-sbs-01</link><description>It was like a flare went up on the Internet the day that SVS released their new 5.1 speaker system.  SVS has had a reputation for years as an excellent subwoofer manufacturer offering great subs for rock bottom prices.  To say that SVS has a loyal following is akin to suggesting that sharks LIKE to eat or that flowers ENJOY sunshine.  SVS inspires loyalty so intense, it borders on fanaticism.  Needless to say, when Gene called me and asked if I wanted to review the new SVS (that’s as far as he got before I said yes).  Like anyone that has spent any time on the Internet, I can’t help but be curious about the SVS subs.  Given the opportunity to play with their new speaker system was just too good to pass up.</description><pubDate>Tue, 13 Dec 2005 00:00:00 -0000</pubDate><guid>/reviews/speakers/satellite/svs-sbs-01</guid><category>Satellite and Sound Bars</category><category>Speakers</category></item><item><title>Orb Audio Mod2 Speakers Review</title><link>http://www.audioholics.com/reviews/speakers/satellite/orb-audio-mod2</link><description>Not all of us have the luxury or the ability to spend thousands of dollars on high priced, high performing, extremely accurate but outrageously ugly speaker systems.  And those of us that have that ability may often have to deal with a "significant other" whose love of feng shui may be as strong as our love for tight, accurate, and heart stopping bass.  All of a sudden, we have to explain why small, cute speakers are simply inadequate for producing the type of sound quality that an audiophile in training longs to possess.  And for the most part, this is true until now.  Enter Orb Audio.  Sold online though their website only, Orbs are offered in a variety of packages:  Single Orbs (Mod 1), double Orbs (Mod 2), or any combination you want including mixing and matching the four available finishes (white, black, hand polished steel, and hand antiqued copper). </description><pubDate>Sat, 20 Aug 2005 00:00:00 -0000</pubDate><guid>/reviews/speakers/satellite/orb-audio-mod2</guid><category>Satellite and Sound Bars</category><category>Speakers</category></item><item><title>Pioneer HTP-4600 Home Theater Review</title><link>http://www.audioholics.com/reviews/speakers/satellite/pioneer-htp-4600</link><description>The world of home theater has practically exploded over the last several years, with everyone scrambling to purchase AV systems to bring that theatrical sound into their living rooms. Whether you choose to credit (or perhaps blame?) Hollywood or rising ticket prices for the new trend, home theater is certainly becoming a realization for more and more families. But what happens when you introduce these surround sound systems into existing living rooms? </description><pubDate>Wed, 25 May 2005 00:00:00 -0000</pubDate><guid>/reviews/speakers/satellite/pioneer-htp-4600</guid><category>Satellite and Sound Bars</category><category>Speakers</category></item><item><title>Canton CD 300 Series Home Theater System</title><link>http://www.audioholics.com/reviews/speakers/satellite/canton-cd-300-series</link><description>With the new trend towards flat panel displays and silver colored electronics (at least for televisions) it is no wonder several manufacturers are releasing space-saving loudspeaker designs custom-tailored for the person living with 21st century technology. We previously reviewed Canton's Karat Reference Series loudspeakers and found them to be competitive performers for their price. Now it was time to see if this German company could mesh form with function and not leave us wanting for more. </description><pubDate>Wed, 30 Mar 2005 00:00:00 -0000</pubDate><guid>/reviews/speakers/satellite/canton-cd-300-series</guid><category>Satellite and Sound Bars</category><category>Speakers</category></item><item><title>Yamaha YSP-1 Digital Sound Projector Review</title><link>http://www.audioholics.com/reviews/speakers/satellite/yamaha-ysp-1</link><description>Years from now home theater enthusiasts may be reading whole articles on the available models within the Digital Sound Projector category. For the present though, there exists only the category-defining Yamaha YSP-1, a brilliant marriage of compact form with simply amazing multi-channel synthesis capability. </description><pubDate>Sat, 05 Mar 2005 00:00:00 -0000</pubDate><guid>/reviews/speakers/satellite/yamaha-ysp-1</guid><category>Satellite and Sound Bars</category><category>Speakers</category></item><item><title>Logitech Z-5500 Speakers for Gaming and Digital Multimedia Review</title><link>http://www.audioholics.com/reviews/speakers/satellite/logitech-z-5500</link><description>Recently, Audioholics has been working towards establishing a solid gaming review environment and bringing these additional perspectives to our readers. For years now, the home theater industry has been seeking gaming convergence, or at the least, a symbolic way to tap into the multi-billion dollar gaming industry - and vice versa. With the pending re-launch of Reference System 2 as a gaming/home theater hybrid environment, we thought a review of the THX certified Logitech Z-5500 Multimedia speakers would be an excellent way for the room to begin its maiden voyage.</description><pubDate>Tue, 04 Jan 2005 00:00:00 -0000</pubDate><guid>/reviews/speakers/satellite/logitech-z-5500</guid><category>Satellite and Sound Bars</category><category>Speakers</category></item></channel></rss>