Denon DHT-700DV

Pros: Amazing sound quality. Easy setup. Multitude of digital and analog ports. Quality construction.

Cons: Confusing remote at first. Inability to watch TV while listening to a CD.

The Bottom Line: If you're looking for a Home Theater in a Box with crisp sound and solid construction, there's no better choice than the Denon.

Review: I did a whole bunch of research leading up to my choosing the Denon DHT-700DV Home-Theater. I listened to units made by Sony, Panasonic, Kenwood, JVC, Aiwa, Onkyo and many more before deciding on this one. There were a couple things that I absolutely...

Pros: Plenty of inputs, slick looking.

Cons: Not as powerful as others on market.

The Bottom Line: If you're not an audiophile, have a small room, don't require overwhelming volume, want to hook up a lot of components, this system deserves a look.

Review: (I felt compelled to write a review after having to search a LOT to find reviews/opinions on this system)

Before deciding on the Denon DHT-700DV, I considered the Sony Dream System 990 and the Kenwood/Boston Acoustic systems. Here is why I...

Pros: Small componants, realistic sound, great looking, excellent value.

Cons: Strange remote, weak subwoofer.

The Bottom Line: Great box set for the audio "newbie". Fun to use and great sound at a very low price.

Review: Denon has been making quality audio componants for years, and this boxed set is no exception. I have never bought a boxed system before because I have always worried about the stereo-type of low-fi, crappy quality loudspeakers. I wanted to see if...