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The objective behind having a home theater is exactly what it's name claims- to bring theatre home.

The reason we don't experience the dynamism of cinema audio on even the best HDTVs is because a TV's speakers are in-built and sound is dispersed from a single direction. Also many TVs do not implement good audio technology in their speakers. So this is where your HT comes in. A Home Theatre system is typically a set of at least 5 speakers and a subwoofer that deploy surround sound technology from brands like DTS and Dolby to provide a multiple dispersive effect. So a 7.1 comes with 7 full channels and 1 low frequency effects channel. Currently however, most movie soundtracks are released in the 5.1 channel and a few in 7.1 channel. Consequently, the 7.1 channel system is good enough to support the best home theatre tv systems of 2013. Note that the channels are backward compatible - so a soundtrack released on the 7.1 channel will also play as good on a 5.1 home theatre system. With distinct sound channels for stereo material, and one Low Frequency Effects speaker (also known as a subwoofer) a HT set can make the audio issuing from your TV omnipresent. These speakers can be placed around the room to get the best experience, but are capable of generating an immersive effect even when placed together.

It's not an uncommon assumption that purchasing the components of a HT system separately, makes it cheaper. However, that isn't always the case and there is always the issue of finding compatible and complementary speakers with one another and to the AVR. With a home theatre system your job is made much easier with speakers, AVR and Blu--ray players which fit each other. The best home theatre system is adaptable to the acoustics of your room and offers an easy set-up to bring you the best cinematic experience.

Moreover, Home Theatres systems come with several added advantages like DVD or Blu-ray players. With the HDMI support and A/V receiver, you can complement the dynamic sound with your HD videos on the Blu-ray player.

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Sonos Playbar

Sonos Playbar TV Soundbar


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Sonos Playbar
VIZIO S4251w-B4
Sony BDV-N7100W
Philips Fidelio HTL9100
Philips HTL5120
Sonos Playbar TV Soundbar
VIZIO S4251w-B4 5.1 Soundbar
Sony BDV-N7100W 5.1 Channel 3D Blu-ray Disc Home Theater System
Philips Fidelio HTL9100 Sound bar system
Philips HTL5120 Soundbar Speaker
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Release Date
Feb 2013
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Number Of Speakers
6 x Midrange, 3 x Tweeters included
5 Speakers and Subwoofer
5 Speakers and Subwoofer
5 Speakers and Subwoofer
5 Speakers and Subwoofer
Included Components
Power cable, Audio (optical) cable, Network cable
Sound Bar, Wireless Subwoofer, 2 x Rear Satellite Speakers, RCA Cables for Satellite Speakers, Display Remote, RCA to 3.5mm Audio Cable, Digital Coaxial Cable, Optical Digital Cable, Wall mounts, Quick Start Guide, Sound Bar Power Cable, Wireless Subwoofer Power Cable
Front speakers, Wireless rear speakers, Center channel speaker, Passive subwoofer
Use
Music
Music
Music, Movies
Music
Music
Wireless Speakers
Wireless Ready Speakers
With Wireless Speakers
With Wireless Speakers

Playbar itself also does an excellent job with virtual surround effects

Deliver a real surround-sound experience from a sound bar system

Stunning clarity, Precise timing and subtle detail

Crisp, detailed and immersive sound

Refined sound quality, Generous connections