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"Delivers the bang for buck" on by INXSfan
Pros: pricing, styling, center channel sound
Cons: large sub woofer
Summary: You can purchase better speakers than the HTIB Onkyo SKS-HT540. Of course, if you're looking to upgrade your home theater to 7.1 and are on a budget, the SKS-HT540 is a gem. Easy connection, especially if using an Onkyo receiver and the sound is pretty good for the price you're paying. The speakers look good paired with an Onkyo receiver, plus they look nice with an HDTV 40" or larger. The center channel is strong which is a great plus for dialogue. The bass isn't the strongest available, but it's strong enough for small rooms, although it is large in size. (ie: 16x13 or smaller) Setting the speakers properly through your receiver will make all the difference in the world. If you've hit the correct setting and pop in 3:10 to Yuma on Blu-Ray, the incoming train near the end scene will make you feel like you're standing at the train station. Now that's a true plus!!!!
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"An Absolute Steal! True Value For A Reasonable Price" on by osage1948
Pros: Large Sound And Clarity That's Beyond Expectations
Cons: Spring-Clip Connectors
Summary: The sound coming out of these speakers is thoroughly satisfying. You don't need to spend big money for big sound. Like everyone, I don't mind spending money that represents value, but I also don't want to waste money by paying for more than I need or can use. My home theater environment is 12' x 20' and the sound from these speakers more than fills the room. "The Matrix" and "300" HD DVDs Dolby TrueHD sound is awe inspiring! And every string of Mason Williams' "Classical Gas" is clear and resonant. I can't imagine anyone not recognizing that these speakers are clearly an enjoyable and worthwhile investment they can be glad they made.
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"Good quality and great sounding speakers." on by jeroque
Pros: Price, quality and great sound.
Cons: Surround speakers design.
Summary: Got this one as a gift from my GF after giving her a hint of what I want for my Bday. These speakers did not disappoint me, for the price it has a great sound compared to my Bose speakers. Read CNET's review and you'll know why these speakers are great. I matched it with the Onkyo 604 receiver and it's a good combination. The surround speakers are really big but I really got it out of sight just above the sofas.
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"These speakers are a great deal." on by karpedmm
Pros: The sound is amazing and who can argue with the low price
Cons: The speaker size is very big.
Summary: This is a wonderful set of speakers. The price for this 7.1 surround sound set is extremely low. The sound quality is way better than my old Kenwood speakers. Just make sure you have room for them. They are extremely big speakers.
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"Overall great buy. I am very happy" on by StonyMountain
Pros: great sound for the price, as the reviewer said
Cons: the front three speakers do not have eyeholes to mount speakers
Summary: I got this since the reviews were good. I agree that this is a great set for the price. The big box design does give better sound than the small satellite speakers. The subwoofer is large and works great. The system may not sound as good as one of the $1000-2000 sets, but I feel this is the best for under $300.
It is January 2011, and I have had the speakers over 3 years. I still love them. They work well and still sound good in the basement home theater.
The only concern I had was that the front speakers, which I mounted on the walls, did not come with eyehole mounts like the surround speakers. I had to make some small shelves to mount them on the wall. Would have considered the HT740 since the front speakers are the same size as the surrounds and should all have eyehole mounts. Still I like these since the front speakers are larger.
Updated on Jan 14, 2011
Onkyo SKS-HT540 user reviews
