A review of the top 5 Surround Sound Systems   

Surround sound systems have improved dramatically in recent years. They can now produce better and sharper audio for your home, office or places where entertainment is catered. Wireless speakers are the latest technology in surround sound systems which made it possible to watch movies, listen to your favorite music or play games without the need to run wires to your speakers. They also have become fashionable in design and can be placed anywhere in the house like a home decor. If you are looking to purchase a new surround sound system, read on to learn which of them are best.

Sony HT-SS370 Surround Sound System

The Sony HT-SS370 surround sound system offers 5.1 channels of first-rate surround sound and 1000 watts of pure power. Connecting many HD devices is a breeze and you can easily switch between them via a single HDMI cable. Control and run all your HDMI connected devices and BRAVIA-compatible sync gadgets with one remote control. Take pleasure in listening to surround sound without connecting wires to the rear speakers, and stream audio to other rooms by adding the optional S-AIR accessories.

Bose SL2 Wireless Surround Link

Bose offers the excitement of surround sound without the need to run wires to your rear speakers with the new Bose SL2 wireless surround link. It uses a transmitter and receiver thus eliminating the need for cables to hook up to the acoustimass base and the other speakers. The SL2 has the ability to automatically change the level of volume with the rest of the system unlike other systems that require the receiver to be set manually. I t also uses a radio frequency to send the signal to the speakers and it doesn’t need line of sight for it to work properly. The SL2 works best when paired with other Bose equipments.

Yamaha NS-SP1800BL Home Theater Speaker Package

The Yamaha NS-SP1800BL is an affordable surround sound system that lets you enjoy the full advantage of a 5.1-channel home cinema sound. It features the Yamaha Active Servo technology in which the impedance is eliminated by working the speaker and amplifier in harmony thus producing the highest levels of superb sound quality. It also features a variety of system frequency response, and the whole speaker system can be hung on wall brackets for your convenience. The NS-SP1800BL is perfect for those who are looking for an authentic and affordable surround sound package.

Sony HT-CT150 3D Sound Bar System

The HT-CT150 from Sony is a simple but powerful sound bar system that offers 3D compatibility. It can serve as an entertainment hub by attaching several HD or 3D devices utilizing one HDMI cable for each device. It also includes 3 digital inputs and 2 stereo analog inputs for backward compatibility to devices which are non-HDMI. Operating all your attached devices is convenient through one remote control unit. The sleek and slim HT-CT150 can be easily hung on the wall or placed on any shelf.

Creative Labs GigaWorks T20W 2.1 System

Enjoy outstanding surround sound for your music or gaming needs with the Creative Labs GigaWorks T20W Series 2 wireless multimedia speaker system. Benefit from well-balanced and uncompressed Xtreme Fidelity audio with devoted tweeters for detailed and fuller sound. It features the BasXport technology which produces enhanced bass without using a subwoofer. It is fitted with a receiver that can accept wireless sound from Sound Blaster X-Fi Notebook and other devices capable of sending wireless audio. Setting-up the T20W is straightforward and will fit nicely on any desktop.

We design and install surround sound systems in London.

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