Typical price: £230
What is it: DVD player home theatre system with 2.1-channel design
What we think: If you don't mind the funky styling and lack of inputs, this offers great sound
What you need to know
Reviewed on: 14 October 2008
Tags: Samsung, Samsung HT-X710T, remote control, DVD playback, subwoofer
We like:
Wall-mountable; supports DivX, MP3, WMA, WMV, JPEG files; includes iPod dock; USB port and Bluetooth streaming compatibility
We don't like:
Expensive; no video inputs; no iPod video playback
CNET UK judgement:
The Samsung HT-X710 is a great-sounding 2.1 DVD system, but the funky design and dearth of inputs may put off some buyers. That said, while it doesn't offer surround sound -- or even a solid surround-sound emulation -- we were impressed with the sonic experience it was able to produce
Full review:
The Samsung HT-X710T is a solid home theatre-in-a-box that focuses on DVD playback while offering excellent sound. It has a 2.1-channel system -- meaning two speakers, one subwoofer and a 'head unit' amplifier and disc player. Depending on where you look, the X710T is available for around £230. Continue Reading...
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