Cadence CSB-F3 and CSB-R2 Sound Bars

Cadence is a relative newcomer to the world of home audio with a full line of loudspeakers, including bookshelf models, floor-standing speakers and some pretty nifty sound bars designed to match today's booming flat HDTV market. Currently, Cadence sells Internet-direct......Read More

Definitive Technology Mythos SSA-42 Sound Bar

We recently reviewed Definitive Technology's SSA-50 sound bar and really liked it. Its little brother, the SSA-42, is quite similar, but is meant for use with televisions that are 42 inches diagonal or less, as it is 40 inches long,......Read More

Definitive Technology Mythos SSA-50 Sound Bar

As of late, there have been many sound bars flooding the market as more users want a quality surround sound experience in a single package. It's nice to see dedicated audio manufacturers obliging this desire and a sign of good......Read More

Denon DHT-FS3 Sound Bar with Subwoofer Reviewed

The first thing you will notice about Denon's DHT-FS3 Sound Bar ($1,199) and accompanying subwoofer is the absolutely gorgeous physical styling. It has a glossy piano black finish and rounded edges and matching subwoofer that will compliment any home theater......Read More

Home Theater Review 2009 Best of Awards

For the first time, Home Theater Review com's editors have picked a select list of the best gear from many of our AV equipment categories. The winners are picked subjectively by our staff. In today's economy, value matters - this......Read More

Philips HTS8100 Sound Bar Reviewed

The Philips HTS8100 is a less-expensive option in the sound bar product category ($800) compared to competitive models. It includes a subwoofer and a slick DVD player on the player's front panel. The unit looks spiffy sitting under any flat-panel......Read More

Polk SurroundBar 360 DVD Theater Reviewed

If you've picked up a home theater magazine or perused this or one of the other audio/video sites online, then you've surely noticed the proliferation of sound bars and all-in-one home theater systems. Increasingly, home theater enthusiasts are looking to......Read More

Polk SurroundBar 50 Sound Bar Reviewed

Polk is a leader in the sound bar category, for good reason. While some sound bars depend on your room acoustics and dimensions, Polk's Stereo Dimension Array (SDA) Surround Technology is based more on psychoacoustics, so if your room isn't......Read More

Sound Bar Reviews & "Wiki" Information

A sound bar is a relatively new audio/video component designed to be an all-in-one speaker system that compliments the audio needs of today's flat HDTVs. Sound bars are normally placed below or directly in front of an HDTV. They are also frequently mounted on a wall, often using included mounting hardware....Read More

Vizio VSB210WS Sound Bar with Wireless Subwoofer Reviewed

Sound bars have always been a bit of the redheaded stepchild of the home theater world for me, a replica of sorts for those unable to accommodate or afford a proper home theater. Of course I jumped to this conclusion......Read More

Yamaha YSP-3050 Digital Sound Projector Reviewed

This sound bar speaker system sits between Yamaha's top-end YSP-4000 and lower-end YSP-3000. It's a good solution for those who want an all-in-one simulated surround sound system. What's cool about this unit (and the YSP-4000 as well) is the......Read More

Yamaha YSP-4000 Digital Sound Projector Reviewed

Let's get one thing straight from the get-go - most simulated surround sound "bars" (each manufacturer has a different name for this type of product) will not sound as good as a floorstanding surround sound 5.1 or 7.1 speaker system.......Read More

Zvox 425 Sound Bar Reviewed

Zvox Audio is a relatively new name in the world of audio that specializes in single-chassis speaker systems. They have several sound bars at various price levels, and the 425 is their top-of-the-line model at $700. It's also their most......Read More