Typical price: £350
What is it: Single-speaker surround-sound system
What we think: For the price, offers decent sound quality in an attractive package
What you need to know
Reviewed on: 12 February 2009
Tags: Denon, Denon DHT-FS5, connections, Bruce Willis, universal remote
We like:
Compact design; can be used without a subwoofer; bass lovers will appreciate the subwoofer output; easy set-up; on-wall, on- and under-TV mounting options
We don't like:
Dearth of HDMI or other video connectivity means your TV will need to handle video switching duties; handles film and TV duties better than music
CNET UK judgement:
Denon's compact and affordable DHT-FS5 sound bar is a worthwhile improvement on standard TV speakers. While CD sound quality is only acceptable for background listening, TV and film audio is rendered well
Full review:
Denon's DHT-FS5 is an unusually compact single-speaker surround-sound system with an similarly compact price of around £350 -- considerably less than its big brother, the up-market DHT-FS3. Even so, the two units are similar: they're almost the same size, and they share a similar design aesthetic and sound. The pricier model is finished to a much higher quality, has slightly better connectivity and comes with a subwoofer. Thanks to its more affordable price tag, however, the DHT-FS5 is easier to recommend for buyers who intend to use the system in a small bedroom, for example. Continue Reading...
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