The Yamaha 600W 6.1 Ch. Home Theater system bundle model number YHT-493BL is one impressive piece of technology. This monster is available from Best Buy or www.bestbuy.com at a retail price of $449.99. The box includes the receiver, subwoofer, one center speaker, four satellite speakers, the remote control, and of course the user manual. With a name like Yamaha, potential buyers are looking for high quality sound and lots of volume. Of course, 600 watts is plenty of loud.
According to Best Buy, the receiver features Dolby Digital, DTS, and Dolby Pro Logic II sound decoders which will provide impressive sound for watching the big game or checking out those incredible movies. This particular model also comes ready for an iPod, which will make the music coming out of that little device seem like a rock concert compared to those ear buds. The unit comes equipped with a multitude of inputs: two optical, two coaxial, two component video, as well as digital audio. Which basically means, if you own it, you can port the sound through this receiver, though as always double check your required connections prior to purchase. The eight inch subwoofer delivers some incredible lows that can vibrate walls and ceilings, as well as get the chest thumping as well.
As far as downsides to the Yamaha 600W 6.1 Ch. Home Theater System bundle number one is likely the purchase price. For close to five hundred dollars, several other options are available that include DVD players and the like. While Yamaha delivers some quality sound, the quality of the individual ear needs to be taken into consideration as well. Just because something sounds better, does not mean everyone can tell the difference. Another factor going against this particular unit is functionality. Home theater receivers are great, but unless they feature a DVD or Blu-Ray player you need another shelf on that stand, which means another component eating away at your electric bill. Plus, the size of the room needs to be taken into consideration, as the sound coming out of this unit can be a bit on the overwhelming side for a fifteen foot by fifteen room.
All things considered, this particular Yamaha Home Theater Bundle is a great piece of sound producing technology. However, potential buyers should carefully examine their particular needs prior to completing any purchase, let alone a purchase that is equivalent to many car payments. However, if you are shopping in this price range, this is a great system that delivers on the promise of the Yamaha name.
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