Researchers at MIT discovered that literally half the pleasure we get from watching a movie is in the soundtrack. In fact, a substantial surround-sound accompaniment so lifts our spirits and aesthetic judgment that we give higher marks to the picture quality because of it. Now all you do have to add is a TV screen and some software. Supplied with all the necessary cables, set-up couldn't be easier. The control center connects with two color-coded cables to the subwoofer.
Pioneer supplies a decent amount of clean power to all the speakers.
Plus, there's a separate 50-watt amp feeding the ported subwoofer. The Pioneer system brought it all home with crisp clarity, good balance and lively jolts to the body. The DVD player's picture output was equally robust - a feast for the eyes as well as the ears. While still clear and recognizable, the cello didn't sound quite as big as it looked. You can get a home theater system for less money.