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"Pioneer HTP-SB300 Soundbar Review"

1 Speaker (approx. £350)

Published on 2/2010

On test: Pioneer HTP-SB300

"Despite an overall slump in loudspeaker sales in 2009, the soundbar market is absolutely booming and looks set to explode in 2010. It seems that people have really taken to the idea of boosting their TV sound quality without committing to a full home cinema system – sure, soundbars don’t provide the same immersive experience, but the clutter-free, decor-friendly benefits are often worth the sacrifice." Review details: Single Test. One soundbar was reviewed and rated on design, features, performance and value. → Test results

"LaCie Sound2 review"

1 Speaker (approx. £80)

Published on 2/2010

On test: LaCie Sound2 Speakers

"The rather odd-looking LaCie Sound2 Speakers are quite useful for users who have a netbook or regular notebook. ..." Review details: Single Test → Test results

"Altec Lansing Expressionist Plus review"

1 Sub Woofer/Satellite System (approx. £80)

Published on 2/2010

On test: Altec-Lansing Expressionist Plus

"Altec Lansing’s Expressionist Plus is a compact set of speakers with a subwoofer that's designed to sit on your desk rather then under it. The set's cone design, makes the speakers and subwoofer look fantastic." Review details: Single Test → Test results

"Group test: Budget hi-fi speakers £175-£250"

1 Bookshelf Speaker, and 3 additional Speakers (approx. £150 - £200)

Published on 2/2010

On test: Wharfedale Diamond 10.1, Dali Lektor 1, Monitor Audio Bronze BR2, Audioengine AP4

"It's amazing what you can get for a couple of hundred quid these days. The build quality of bookshelf speakers towards the low end of the hi-fi market is remarkable compared to what it was even a decade ago, and many of these cut-price heroes benefit from the trickle down technology their manufacturers have invested in for their high-end models. Powered by even a half-decent amp they'll deliver a marked improvement on anything you're likely to hear from powered PC speakers, serving as the perfect introduction to hi-fi sound." Review details: Four bookshelf speakers were reviewed and rated. Final verdicts were 1 x 7 points, 2 x 8 points and 1 x 9 points out of 10. → Test results

"Teufel Theater 200 5.1 Speaker System Review"

1 Speaker

Published on 2/2010

On test: Teufel Theater 200

"Despite Teufel’s reputation for good value, some of its speaker systems are astronomically expensive. Take the LT6 THX Select system for example – its sound quality is nothing short of staggering and you certainly get a lot of speaker for your money, but with a price tag pushing £3k only city bankers and Simon Cowell need apply." Review details: Single Test. One 5.1 speaker system was reviewed and rated on design, features, performance and value. → Test results

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