Shop for home theater systems

• CNET Editor rating:
  4.0 stars Excellent

  Overall score: 8.3 (4.0 stars)
• Average user rating: 3.5 stars out of 28 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

• CNET Editor rating:
  3.5 stars Very good

  Overall score: 7.3 (3.5 stars)
• Average user rating: 3.5 stars out of 7 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

  Overall score: 7.3 (3.5 stars)
• Average user rating: 3.0 stars out of 6 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:
  3.5 stars Very good

  Overall score: 7.3 (3.5 stars)
• 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

  Overall score: 7.0 (3.5 stars)
• Average user rating: 4.0 stars out of 2 reviews

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)

• CNET Editor rating:
  3.0 stars Good

  Overall score: 6.4 (3.0 stars)
• Average user rating: 3.0 stars out of 25 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)

• CNET Editor rating:
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• Average user rating: 4.0 stars out of 7 reviews

Specs: Home theater system, AV receiver, Speaker system, None, Surround Sound, 290 Watt, Universal 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:
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• Average user rating: 3.5 stars out of 4 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)

• CNET Editor rating:
  3.5 stars Very good

  Overall score: 7.0 (3.5 stars)
• Average user rating: 4.0 stars out of 3 reviews

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:
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• Average user rating: 3.5 stars out of 5 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: 4.0 stars out of 4 reviews

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

• CNET Editor rating:
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• Average user rating: 5.0 stars out of 3 reviews

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

• CNET Editor rating:
  3.5 stars Very good

  Overall score: 7.5 (3.5 stars)
• Average user rating: 3.5 stars out of 3 reviews

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)

• CNET Editor rating:
  3.5 stars Very good

  Overall score: 7.3 (3.5 stars)
• Average user rating: 3.5 stars out of 45 reviews

The Bottom Line: The unremarkable sound quality of the Philips HTS6500 is outweighed by its winning combination of slick aesthetics, impressive features, and affordable pricing. Read review

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)

• CNET Editor rating:
  3.5 stars Very good

  Overall score: 7.8 (3.5 stars)
• 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: 2.0 stars out of 5 reviews

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, DVD-Audio, Black, Surround Sound, 450 Watt, Remote control

• CNET Editor rating:
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• Average user rating: 4.0 stars out of 4 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)

• CNET Editor rating:
  3.5 stars Very good

  Overall score: 7.0 (3.5 stars)
• Average user rating: 0 stars No reviews, write one!

The Bottom Line: If you can look past the quirky interface and high price, the sexy Harman Kardon HS 300 delivers sophisticated styling, solid performance, and better connectivity and speakers than last year's model. Read review

Specs: Home theater system, Speaker system, DVD player / AV receiver, DVD player, CD ( PAL ), DVD ( NTSC ), CD-R, SVCD, CD-RW, DVD+R, DVD-R, DVD+RW, DVD-RW, Video CD, DVD-Audio, 5.1 channel surround, 175 Watt, Remote control (Infrared), 17.3 in x 15 in x 2.7 in

• CNET Editor rating:
  3.5 stars Very good

  Overall score: 7.3 (3.5 stars)
• 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)