10. Fluance SXHTB-BK High Definition Surround Sound Home Theater

The Fluance SXHTB-BK mid-range home theater system with a total rated peak power of 160 watts. All of its speakers are made of matching MDF wood painted in either black of brown. Audio quality is quite decent and for a regular user they should sound just right but more demanding audiophiles will probably look for something in the premium range.

9. JBL CS480 5.1 Channel Home Theater System

JBL’s CS480 home theater system is a compact model that is mostly made for the ones that need a bit of musical power in a small form factor. They have a rated power of 125 watts for the subwoofer which is more than enough for a living room. They come with shielding and wall brackets to make them easier to mount on a wall.

8. Sony HT-CT60BT Bluetooth Sound Bar with Subwoofer

The Sony HT-CT60BT is a compact home theater system with Bluetooth support and excellent sound quality. It is actually a 2.1 soundbar system with a powerful subwoofer and a high fidelity large speaker. The model is easy to setup and can be used as an output for smartphones or tablets that support streaming over Bluetooth. It is also one of the more affordable models on the market.

7. Samsung HT-J4500 5.1 Channel 500 Watt 3D Blu-Ray Home Theater System
Samsung tends to remove old models and introduce new ones on a yearly basis. The 2015 Samsung HT-J4500 system is actually an all-in-one solution as it comes with everything requires to enjoy 3D Blu-Ray movies. It has an included player and a 5.1 500 watt speaker system that is able to deliver deep bass and high fidelity mids and highs.

6. Onkyo SKS-HT870 Home Theater 5.1 Audio System

The Onkyo SKS-HT870 is a great looking home theater 5.1 channel speaker system with wooden enclosures and a lot of musical power. They are able to deliver 360 watts of peak power out of which the subwoofer has 230 watts. The speakers come with bass reflex and with a floor standing mounting system. For a regular home user they are more than enough in terms of power and audio fidelity.

5. Sony BDV-E3100 5.1 Channel 3D Blu-ray Disc Home Theater System

Just for the sake of it most regular users prefer to get an all-in-one solution rather than to just get the speakers. The Sony BDV is an excellent model that comes with its own Blu-ray disk player and a 5.1 surround speaker system. Total rated power reaches 1000 watts RMS with a 250 watt subwoofer that comes with a bass reflex system.

4. Yamaha NS-SP1800BL 5.1-Channel Speaker System

Yamaha has been leading the industry in terms of audio fidelity for quite a few years. The NS-SP1800BL is their version of a consumer grade sound system that can be connected to any media player. Its subwoofer comes with a bass reflex system and requires amplification. The system itself includes a wall mounting system and has a minimalist design.

3. Energy 5.1 Take Classic Home Theater System

Energy is not such a notorious brand in the audio field but their products seem to be quite popular. Their 5.1 home theater speaker system is a powerful system that comes in a compact form factor. It has a 200 watt subwoofer with a glossy wooden enclosure and five small satellites. The model comes with a wall mounting system and it requires amplification of 20 to 100 watts.

2. Bose CineMate GS Series II Home Theater Digital SystemLeaving aside the fact that Bose products are a bit more expensive than other models from the same range the audio quality is difficult to match. Their CineMate GS speaker system is a compact and reliable product. It is a 2.1 speaker system that comes with a remote and an improved audio engine.

1. Yamaha YHT-4910UBL 5.1-Channel Home Theater System

The Yamaha YHT-4910UBL is the ultimate solution to enhance home cinematic experiences. It comes with a 5.1 speaker system and a peak power of 100 watts. The model also includes an amplifier with video pass-through. Its subwoofer delivers extra deep bass which will satisfy even the most demanding users. The mids and highs also deliver unparalleled fidelity and surprisingly the model is quite affordable.
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When it comes to home theater audio systems the main difference between them is the power, the number of speakers and the price. As a general rule the audio quality tends to influence the price of the system. Our top 10 includes models that can fit any budget and satisfy even the most demanding audiophile.