Vizio VHT510 Review, Sound Bar System

Vizio adds two rear-channel speakers along with a wireless subwoofer to the sound bar mix, giving you an entire 5.1-channel sound system. The rear satellites link to the subwoofer, which in turn itself communicates together with the sound bar with 2.4GHz radio signals that offer a maximum range of 60 feet.

Experts say typically the lack of wires keeps the installation process simple. The device offers only one optical digital audio input the other analog stereo input, which helps with ease but limits versatility. If you want a more basic setup, reviewers say the Sony HT-CT150) offers good quality of sound at a budget price. As the wired subwoofer does clutter up things a bit, and surround effects are less impressive by a good margin, the improved connectivity -- notably three HDMI 1.4a inputs -- is a notable plus.

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Sony HT-CT150 Review

Pros: Effective subwoofer, Superior value, Sounds good, Better surround sound than similar sound bars

Cons: Limited placement flexibility, Subwoofer is wired

Sony's HT-CT150 sound bar home theater system is distinctly ahead from the series of competitors of its segment, as it sounds just great and with its three HDMI inputs; on the other hand, its IR receiver limits the subwoofer's placement options. The HT-CT150 32" 3D sound bar home theater system features 3D compatibility and can also be turned into your entertainment hub by connecting multiple HD or 3D devices using a single HDMI cable per device. The amount of sound bar home theater systems in its range has been on a boom over the year, however almost all of them had HDMI switching missing regardless of it being the almost perfect. Sony's been way ahead of the game with its HDMI port count, which is why its HT-CT100 sound bar home theater system has been one of the most popular products which has three HDMI inputs, excellent sound quality, and an affordable price tag. Other sound bars have tracked it up for sound quality; the HT-CT150 still sounds very good, but it's not an iconic performer as the HT-CT100. The system's downer is that Sony made a couple of design squeeze that make it less stretchy in terms of subwoofer placement. Though, as long as the HT-CT150 fits your home theater environment, it's still the best value in terms of sound quality and features.

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