June 5, 2012

Yamaha YHT-895BL Complete 7.1-Channel Home Theater System Sale


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Rating: 4.5

List Price : $899.95 Price : $799.95
Yamaha YHT-895BL Complete 7.1-Channel Home Theater System

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The Yamaha YHT-895BL is the highly anticipated HTIB system featuring a high-power 105W 7 channel A/V Receiver with HD Audio decoding, 1080p - compatible HDMI (6 inputs including one on front panel / 1 output ) with 3D and Audio Return Channel, front panel USB input, on Screen GUI, iPod / iPhone compatibility via included USP /AV cable, yAired and Bluetooth compatibility, Cinema DSP 3D, YPAO, SCENE buttons and 7 channel peaker package with a powerful 10" 100W Subwoofer.


  • On Screen Display
  • 1080p compatible HDMI with 6 HDMI inputs (1on front panel ) and 1 output
  • Front panel USB
  • Compressed Music Enhancer improves playback of your digital music library
  • Includes a RX-V571BL AV Receiver and NS-AP6505BL speaker package with 10" 100Wsub


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20 of 20 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars 1st Amazon review...pleasantly impressed, September 8, 2011
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This is my 1st surround sound system. I took a chance with this since all the others (Onkyo, Samsung, Sony) seemed either to problematic or not robust enough for the price. The box was huge but everything inside was really well packaged.

I set it all up really quick without the need for the instructions which were either on a Quick guide sheet or the included CD-ROM manual. I used the YPAO mic for auto calibration and from that point everything just worked. I have my PS3, Xbox360 and Comcast 3D DVR box (as well as my old Sony mini-disc player) hooked up to it which in turn is hooked up to my 73" 3DTV. The remote while confusing at first has alot of options and is organized by section. I tested the 7.1 channel sound and 3D capabilities by popping in Tron Legacy. It was amazing both picture and sound was perfect for my medium sized living room. The subwoofer is very powerful and I have the volume set a tad higher the 1 or 2. No way in hell would I need to turn it up... Read more
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8 of 8 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars Awesome set, February 16, 2012
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I started reviewing home theater in a box set, since I did not want to go through the pain of finding receivers, and separate speakers. After trying one from a different company which did not work for video as well, and had multiple issues, I had to return and get the yamaha. The sound quality is breathtaking. The device also looks great, all black with Yamaha logos. I have the unit for past 8 months and I have all my devices connected to Yamaha receiver and then a HDMI connection to Samsung 46" 1080p TV. I have a Panasonic Blu ray player, google TV and a Panasonic VCR (yes a VCR) connected to the receiver. I also have a Audio cable for connecting an android phone and iphone connected to it. The subwoofer is awesome. I have watched few movies to test (Narnia, Mary Poppins, willy Wonka chocolate factory). I stream lot of shows through this. I don't have Cable TV, but have OTA system. The Yamaha system has no issues with any of the inputs. The Google TV remote also controls the yamaha... Read more
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2 of 2 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars Couldn't be happier!, May 10, 2012
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J. McGrath (Ohio USA) - See all my reviews
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I've had this up and running now for about two weeks, and I couldn't be happier with how easy it was to set up and how great the sound is. I upgraded to this system because an old Sony All-in-one was dying and I wanted something I could connect more components to -- especially my turntable. The main selling point for me was that, although the system is branded as a Home Theater in a box, it is VERY important to know that the speakers can be used with ANY stereo receiver, should something go wrong with one thing before the other. My old Sony was useless because the speakers it came with were only compatible with THAT Sony unit. I'll never make that mistake again. And the quality of these speakers is stellar. No more tinny treble and over-thunderous bass. I do wish it had an EQ on the front panel, rather than having to do it onscreen, but hey - it least it HAS an EQ, which is more than I can say for many of the cheaper all-in-ones. The sound quality is pristine, and the user interface... Read more
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June 4, 2012

Yamaha YHT-695BL Complete 5.1-Channel Home Theater System Sale


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Rating: 4.6

List Price : $699.95 Price : $558.49
Yamaha YHT-695BL Complete 5.1-Channel Home Theater System

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The Yamaha YHT-695BL is a powerful system for use with Blu-ray players and flat panel displays, featuring a 105W 5-channel AV Receiver with HD Audio decoding, 1080p-compatible HDMI with 3D and Audio Return Channel. iPod/iPhone and Bluetooth compatibility, 4 SCENE buttons for easy control with 5-channel speaker package and 10" 100W Subwoofer.


  • Automatic Speaker setup with YPAO optimization.
  • Front panel USB
  • Compressed Music Enhancer improves playback of your digital music library
  • Includes a RX-V471BL AV Receiver and NS-AP6500BL speaker package with 10" 100W sub


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4.0 out of 5 stars Good home theater in the box, October 30, 2011
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Lance D. Ripplinger (Jackson Hole, WY USA) - See all my reviews
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At probably the higher end price point of a home theater in the box, this system fits the bill. This is what you get in the giant box it ships in:

Yamaha model YST-SW216 10" side port sub
Yamaha speaker model NS-AP6500M, which are the front left and right speaker
Yamaha speaker model NS-AP6500E, which are the two rear channels, plus the large center channel
Yamaha home theater receiver model RX-V471
Cheap low gauge speaker wire

I decided to go with this system, because it was cheaper, than buying a receiver separately, then adding speakers by a good chunk of change. Overall, Yamaha put a good package together. This is a large system, so two people are needed to move it into your home. In my case, I took it in piece by piece to the living room. As far unpacking it, that is easy enough. Everything seemed to be well packed and there was no damage. The components feel like Yamaha's living up to their reputation of good quality.

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3 of 3 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent for the price, December 9, 2011
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What a great system! I've used this system for about a month now. I bought this HTIB because the speakers seemed to be larger than the little ones pictured in other HTIB systems. I'm a Yamaha fan, and have had many Yamaha receivers, so this seemed like the proper set up for me. Glad I went with this system over others with smaller speakers. In my experience, it's always better to have more than enough speaker, as opposed to not enough. I have this system integrated with an Epson 8350 projector and 100" screen, and could not be happier. The sound is outstanding, and when set up using Yamaha's YPAO, you can't go wrong. The subwoofer provides adequate base for my theater area which is about 12' wide and 17' deep. The center channel is not overpowering, and if you use the YPAO setup, all volume is controlled by the receiver. Huge plus - the receiver has a USB input on the front. So, it's really easy to plug in your accessories - in my case, my iPhone. The box it comes in is... Read more
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2 of 2 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars Better then Bose, February 19, 2012
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Pros:
-Awesome Quality.
-Super loud and clear.
-Easy to set-up.
-On-screen menu.
-Incredible bass.

Cons:
-Cheap, thin speaker wire.

This product is levels above the Bose� Lifestyle� T20 home theater system--Black That I purchased from Best buy prior to buying this. Was not impressed with the Bose for the money. This Yamaha system sounds better, gets louder than the Bose. Highly recommend!!

RCA AH14100SN 100 Ft. 14-Gauge Speaker Wire
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June 3, 2012

Bose 161 Speaker System (White) - ideal for stereo or home theater use Sale


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Rating: 4.3

List Price : $158.00 Price : $158.00
Bose 161 Speaker System (White) - ideal for stereo or home theater use

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A versatile pair of compact, high quality speakers / Ideal for rear channel, second room or main speakers in small rooms

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Enjoy rich, full sound from music or movies with this compact pair of sleek Bose speakers. Whether placed on a desk or bookshelf or mounted on a wall for use as surround speakers, these speakers are designed to deliver balanced, spacious sound with minimal or moderate amplifier power (10 to 100 watts per channel). Automatic protection circuitry keeps the speaker drivers from being overdriven, heightening the speakers' reliability without interfering with your listening.

Bose 161 speakers in white

If you'll be using them in a home-theater capacity, keep in mind that they're designed to blend seamlessly with the Bose VCS-10 center-channel speaker and any Direct/Reflecting Bose speaker system.

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Included in the box.

Unlike conventional speakers, which radiate sound in a single direction, these speakers use Articulated Array driver positioning and Stereo Everywhere technology to deliver balanced sound throughout your listening area. Further, Bose's two 2.5-inch proprietary Twiddler drivers per speaker move more air from their small enclosures than similarly sized conventional drivers, creating a sound you'd expect from much larger speakers.

Be sure to use the proper gauge (or thickness) of wire or speaker cable for the length required to run the distance between your amplifier and your speakers. If the length is 30 feet, use a minimum of 18 gauge (.75 mm); use 16 gauge (1.5 mm) for 45 feet or 14 gauge (2 mm) for 70 feet. Supplied custom mounting brackets offer a range of placement options.

What's in the Box

Left speaker, right speaker, mounting brackets, self-adhesive rubber feet, user's manual.


  • Versatile speakers for music and movies
  • Use in bookshelf or wall-mount applications
  • Articulated Array® speaker design


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106 of 114 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars Wonderfully transparent sound, reasonable price, May 28, 2003
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We bought several pairs of these 161 speakers when they were first introduced a little over a year ago. We use one pair for the surround speakers in our theater system, and a pair in each of the other rooms of our home.

Although we are longtime Bose fans, we decided to audition these in an audio store as we had been disappointed in a Bose center channel speaker we had purchased previously, (based on reputation, we didn't listen first!). We were favorbly impressed in the store and have been very pleased with them in our home. Regardless of room decor, the speakers produce clean, stereo sound. (Its possible to identify orchestral instruments and their location!)

These speakers are very linear above 80-90Hz, to the audible limits. They drop off rapidly below about 80Hz. Bass frequencies are adequately reproduced for orchestral music but will need to be augmented for heavy bass or special cinematic effects. (sub-woofer)

These speakers are intended to be wall mounted and are easily... Read more

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35 of 35 people found the following review helpful
4.0 out of 5 stars Great surround speakers or stereo in a small room, January 23, 2005
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I'm not usually a huge Bose afficianado, but I use a pair of Bose 161 speakers as my rear surround speakers and they're great! I have much larger speakers for my L, R and center - and the 161s compliment them perfectly. I can hear very detailed sound coming from them - perfect for effects in movies.

I'm not sure I'd use these as my primary speakers in my living room, but for surround applications, or small stereo needs, they fit the bill perfectly. They're attractive, solidly built, and easily mount to walls using the included wall brackets.
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39 of 43 people found the following review helpful
4.0 out of 5 stars In line with expectations, March 15, 2005
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Peter Saflund (Covington, WA USA) - See all my reviews
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The sport of Bose bashing aside, keep in mind these are relatively small enclosures with two 2.5 inch drivers that can crate a rear sound stage much larger than their size might suggest, and can do so without being overly fussy about placement. There always seems to be someone out there who sets their surround settings to "large", pumps up the bass, then complains that two 2.5 inch drivers in small vented plastic enclosures "have no lows", and that the sound is distorted. Neither the VCS 10 center channel or the 161s will play ear-busting levels -- the trade off of small drivers in small enclosures, and the theatre surround settings and bass management must be set accordingly. Doing this, the Bose 161s (especially when paired with the VCS 10) can produce clear focused dialog and convincing surround effects in smaller rooms. Can you do "better"? Sure, larger enclosures, with bigger drivers can play louder and lower but that doesn't mean the Bose don't deserve consideration on the... Read more
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