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A complete 5.1 speaker set: five compact satellites with 1/2-inch dome tweeters and paper-cone midranges, plus a downward-firing powered subwoofer rated at 60 watts RMS. The satellites are 8-ohm, 85dB sensitive and wall-mountable, so most receivers drive them easily. It suits first-time surround buyers and small-to-medium rooms where a full-size speaker package won't fit. Against pricier kits it gives up bass depth and cabinet finish, but it covers the full 5.1 layout in one box.
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Lowest price we've seen: $174.24 on Nov 11 at Zoro. Tracked across 3 stores since Nov 11.
Owners rate the set well as an entry-level surround package, praising the easy setup and clear dialogue from the center channel. Complaints center on the subwoofer's limited low-end output and the basic build of the satellites.
This is a wired 5.1-channel home theater speaker system with satellite speakers, a center channel and a subwoofer. It produces surround sound for home theater use. It does not have Bluetooth or Wi-Fi.
The satellite speakers use midrange cones with a 1/2" dome tweeter. The cones are paper with a foam surround, and the mid-range cones are shielded. The satellite speakers can be mounted on a wall.
The subwoofer has a downward-firing cone driver and a 60-watt (RMS) amplifier. Its frequency response is 50Hz to 250Hz, and the crossover frequency is adjustable. The speakers have a nominal impedance of 8 ohms and can handle up to 125 watts from a home theater receiver.
