Separate Speakers

The Bottom Line: Canton's unique three-channel CD 90 SB sound bar combines good looks with above-average sound quality for music and movies.

Specs: three channel speaker, 39.8 in x 3.9 in x 3.5 in, Black, 2-way Passive, 85 dB

The Bottom Line: Canton's unique three-channel CD 90 SB sound bar combines good looks with above-average sound quality for music and movies.

Specs: three channel speaker, 39.8 in x 3.9 in x 3.5 in, Silver, 2-way Passive, 85 dB

The Bottom Line: In addition to delivering solid sonics, the Zvox Z-Base 550 sets itself apart from competing single-speaker units with the unique capability to double as a stand for your TV.

Specs: surround sound speaker, 28 in x 14.5 in x 3.4 in, Black, Active

The Bottom Line: Capable of producing better bass than its single-speaker competition, the Zvox 325 is a solid choice for faux-surround sound on music and movies.

The Bottom Line: Flexible configuration, a full list of features, and solid bass performance gives the Polk Audio DSW Pro 400 a leg up on similar-size subwoofers.

Specs: subwoofer, 13.7 in x 13.7 in x 14.6 in, Black, Active, 180 Watt

The Bottom Line: M-Audio's Studiophile AV 20 is smaller and cheaper than its larger siblings, but the better form factor comes with sound quality compromises.

Specs: 3.9 in x 6.1 in x 7.8 in, 2-way Active, 10 KOhm, 10 Watt

The Bottom Line: The able Polk Audio PSW111 subwoofer delivers seamless bass despite its compact size.

Specs: subwoofer, 11 in x 13 in x 12.1 in, Black, Active, 150 Watt

The Bottom Line: 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, Active, 300 Watt

The Bottom Line: M-Audio's Studiophile AV 40 is a PC speaker for music lovers who care more about sound quality than compact size or rock bottom pricing.

Specs: 6 in x 7.2 in x 8.7 in, 2-way Active, 20 Watt

The Bottom Line: The Parrot Boombox wireless Bluetooth speaker system ably combines elegant design, minimalist aesthetics, and better-than-average sound quality at an affordable price.

Specs: speaker, 16.9 in x 8.9 in x 5.9 in, Black, 2-way Active, 60 Watt