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Soundcast OutCast
The Soundcast OutCast speaker system is an excellent--though expensive--choice for those who want all the benefits of great-sounding, outdoor wireless audio without the hassles of tricky setup and weather-damaged equipment.

Boston Acoustics Horizon MCS130 (midnight/onyx)
If you like the swappable speaker grilles--and can find the system at a discount--the Boston Acoustics MCS 130 is a worthy surround speaker package.
Specs: home theater speaker system, Active subwoofer, passive satellites, 200 Watt

Boston Acoustics Horizon MCS130 (mist/silver)
If you like the swappable speaker grilles--and can find the system at a discount--the Boston Acoustics MCS 130 is a worthy surround speaker package.
Specs: home theater speaker system, Mist, Active subwoofer, passive satellites, 200 Watt

Polk PSW111 Compact Powered Subwoofer - Black
The able Polk Audio PSW111 subwoofer delivers seamless bass despite its compact size.

Definitive Technology ProSub 800 (black)
If you don't mind its uninspired aesthetics, the Definitive Technology ProSub 800 is a mighty little subwoofer and a fine match for its SSA soundbars and ProCinema satellite speakers.
Specs: subwoofer, 10.3 in x 15.7 in x 12.9 in, Matte black, Active, 300 Watt

Definitive Technology ProCinema 800 (black)
The powerful Definitive Technology ProCinema 800 satellite/subwoofer package redefined our expectations of what a small surround speaker system can do.
Specs: home theater speaker system, Gloss black, Active subwoofer, passive satellites, 300 Watt

Definitive Technology ProCinema 800 (white)
The powerful Definitive Technology ProCinema 800 satellite/subwoofer package redefined our expectations of what a small surround speaker system can do.
Specs: 4.8 in x 5.0 in x 8.4 in, Glossy white, Active subwoofer, passive satellites, 300 Watt

Onkyo TX-SR606 (silver)
The Onkyo TX-SR606 offers tons of functionality for the price, but subpar video processing and improved competition means it's less of a standout receiver than last year's version.
Specs: AV receiver, Surround Sound, DTS 96/24, DTS Neo:6, Dolby TrueHD, DTS-HD decoder, DTS-ES Matrix 6.1, Dolby Digital Plus, DTS-ES Discrete 6.1, DTS-HD Master Audio, Dolby Pro Logic IIx, Dolby Digital Surround EX, 5 bands, Remote control, Silver, 17.1 in x 14.8 in x 6.9 in, 24.9 lbs

Onkyo TX-SR606 (black)
The Onkyo TX-SR606 offers tons of functionality for the price, but subpar video processing and improved competition means it's less of a standout receiver than last year's version.
Specs: AV receiver, Surround Sound, DTS 96/24, DTS Neo:6, Dolby TrueHD, DTS-HD decoder, DTS-ES Matrix 6.1, Dolby Digital Plus, DTS-ES Discrete 6.1, DTS-HD Master Audio, Dolby Pro Logic IIx, Dolby Digital Surround EX, 5 bands, Remote control, 17.1 in x 14.8 in x 6.9 in, 24.9 lbs

Tivoli Audio Networks FM (cherry)
The Tivoli Audio NetWorks boasts impressive sound quality and solid streaming audio, but some shortsighted design issues and an extremely high price tag spoil the package.
Specs: Network audio player with radio, Network audio player - MP3, WMA, Remote control (Infrared), Cherry, 5.5 in x 5.1 in x 8.7 in, None