Review of Sony Home Theater Systems.

Sony Home Theater Systems . The shine and lustre has worn off of Sony in the past 5 years or so. Although still the leader in most genres of the consumer electronics field, Sony may have fallen back considerably during their relatively unchallenged reign on the throne. Many brands now challenge them in terms of reliability, price and quality. However, Sony is still a time-tested, proven choice. You will do well to end up with a Sony home theater system in your living room. Deals on Sony packages are usually always available. Here are my picks for what you should be looking for online or in-store.

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LOW-End Pick for Sony Home Theater Systems

The Sony HTD-C800DP DVD DreamT System is a well-powered 500 total Watts system (80 Watts per channel) with a 5 Disc DVD changer, 5 Satellite Speakers and a 100 Watt Subwoofer. The system is Dolby Digital, DTS, Dolby Pro Logic II and Digital Cinema SoundT EX capable. The DVD player supports CD-R, CD-RW and MP3 files. Outputs include S-Video, component and composite video outputs. A good quality, no frills, but effrective entry level home theater system.

MID Pick for Sony Home Theater Systems

The Sony DAV-FC8 DVD DreamT System includes a 5-Disc DVD-SACD-CD changer with progressive scan output. The unit contains 6 surround speakers including a powered subwoofer. The receiver is Dolby Digital, DTS, and Dolby Pro Logic II decoding capable. The DVD changer supports CD-R, CD-RW, Super Audio CD (Multi-Channel), MP3 and JPEG files. Connectivity is excellent with all digital inputs and outputs available. DVD changer outputs include component video and S-Video outputs. Inputs include digital input for satellite TV, as well as 2 analog A/V inputs. This system will be a good choice for 90% of consumers looking to upgrade or enter the home theater field.

HIGH-End Pick for Sony Home Theater Systems

The Sony DAV-FC9 DVD DreamT System provides 650 Watts total power. The slot-loading 5-disc progressive scan DVD/SACD/CD changer supports CD-R, CD-RW, MP3 and JPEG files. The receiver has Dolby Digital, DTS and Dolby Pro Logic II decoding capabilities. Connectivity is excellent with all digital inputs and outputs available. DVD changer outputs include component video and S-Video outputs. Inputs include digital input for satellite TV, as well as 2 analog A/V inputs. A very good complete system from Sony. Worth a good long look.