Shop for home theater systems

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  4.0 stars Excellent
• Average user rating: 3.0 stars out of 18 reviews

The Bottom Line: Sony's HT-CT100 soundbar/subwoofer audio system is a phenomenal value that sounds great with movies and music. Read review

Specs: Home theater system, AV receiver, Speaker system, None, Surround Sound, 250 Watt

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  3.5 stars Very good
• Average user rating: 3.5 stars out of 6 reviews

The Bottom Line: 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. Read review

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)

• CNET Editor rating:
  3.5 stars Very good
• Average user rating: 3.5 stars out of 1 review

The Bottom Line: 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. Read review

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)

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• Average user rating: 4.5 stars out of 5 reviews

Specs: Home theater system, AV receiver, Speaker system, None, Surround Sound, 290 Watt, Universal remote control (Infrared)

• CNET Editor rating:
  3.5 stars Very good
• Average user rating: 3.5 stars out of 5 reviews

The Bottom Line: The DAV-HDX500 delivers the best combination of features and value in Sony's Bravia home theater system line. Read review

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)

• CNET Editor rating:
  3.5 stars Very good
• Average user rating: 3.0 stars out of 2 reviews

The Bottom Line: The Samsung HT-TZ512T's wireless rear speakers, five-disc changer, and impressive digital media support make it a solid choice for basic home theater duties. Read review

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-Audio, Surround Sound, 170 Watt, 180 Watt, 340 Watt, 1200 Watt, Universal remote control (Infrared)

• CNET Editor rating:
  3.0 stars Good
• Average user rating: 3.5 stars out of 23 reviews

The Bottom Line: The Bose 3-2-1 Series II DVD system does a surprisingly good surround-sound imitation with just two satellites, but it's overpriced. Read review

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)

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• Average user rating: 3.5 stars out of 4 reviews

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)

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• Average user rating: 3.0 stars out of 3 reviews

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)

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• Average user rating: 0 stars No reviews, write one!

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

• CNET Editor rating:
  3.5 stars Very good
• Average user rating: 2.0 stars out of 1 review

The Bottom Line: 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. Read review

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)

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• Average user rating: 4.0 stars out of 3 reviews

Specs: Home theater system, AV receiver, Speaker system, None, Surround Sound, 290 Watt, 1200 Watt, Universal remote control (Infrared)

• CNET Editor rating:
  3.5 stars Very good
• Average user rating: 4.0 stars out of 13 reviews

The Bottom Line: Despite less than ideal HDMI features, the Onkyo HT-SR800 delivers an amazing combination of performance and features for the price. Read review

Specs: Home theater system, AV receiver, Speaker system, None, Black, Surround Sound, 230 Watt, 130 Watt, Universal remote control (Infrared)

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• Average user rating: 3.0 stars out of 3 reviews

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)

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• Average user rating: 4.0 stars out of 2 reviews

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)

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• Average user rating: 4.0 stars out of 1 review

Specs: Home theater system, AV receiver, Speaker system, None, Surround Sound, 290 Watt, Universal remote control (Infrared)

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• Average user rating: 4.5 stars out of 1 review

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-Audio, Surround Sound, Universal remote control (Infrared)

• CNET Editor rating:
  3.5 stars Very good
• Average user rating: 4.0 stars out of 21 reviews

The Bottom Line: If you put a higher value on sound quality than on trim dimensions, Onkyo's HT-S790 home-theater system is a slam-dunk choice. Read review

Specs: Home theater system, AV receiver, Speaker system, None, Surround Sound, 230 Watt, 770 Watt, Universal remote control (Infrared)

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• Average user rating: 0 stars No reviews, write one!

Specs: Home theater system, AV receiver, Speaker system, None, Surround Sound, 1000 Watt, Remote control

• CNET Editor rating:
  3.5 stars Very good
• Average user rating: 0 stars No reviews, write one!

The Bottom Line: The Samsung HT-X710 is a great-sounding 2.1 DVD system, but the funky design and dearth of inputs may put off some buyers. Read review

Specs: Home theater system, Main unit, Speaker system, DVD player, CD ( NTSC ), DVD, CD-R, CD-RW, DVD+R, DVD-R, DVD+RW, DVD-RW, DVD-Audio, Stereo, 400 Watt, Universal remote control (Infrared)

• CNET Editor rating:
  3.5 stars Very good
• Average user rating: 4.0 stars out of 4 reviews

The Bottom Line: 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. Read review

Specs: Home theater system, AV receiver, Speaker system, None, Surround Sound, 230 Watt, 130 Watt, Remote control (Infrared)

• CNET Editor rating:
  3.5 stars Very good
• Average user rating: 3.5 stars out of 10 reviews

The Bottom Line: 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. Read review

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)

• CNET Editor rating:
  3.5 stars Very good
• Average user rating: 0 stars No reviews, write one!

The Bottom Line: 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. Read review

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)

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• Average user rating: 3.5 stars out of 8 reviews

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)

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• Average user rating: 2.0 stars out of 3 reviews

Specs: Home theater system, AV receiver, Speaker system, None, Surround Sound, 900 Watt, Universal remote control (Infrared)