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Sony HT-CT100

Sony HTP-376 Theater System

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Bose Lifestyle 38IVB Theater System

$249.00  |  1 store
From $2,999.99  |  1 store
Product Description
This amazing system brings simplicity and performance together by pairing a center speaker and subwoofer to create a surround sound experience in a compact package. Bring your movies to life... More
This amazing system brings simplicity and performance together by pairing a center speaker and subwoofer to create a surround sound experience in a compact package. Bring your movies to life with the HT-CT100. Less
Innovative system design Every element is engineered to work in harmony with the others for efficient, quality performance. uMusic(R) intelligent playback system Stores the content of... More
Innovative system design Every element is engineered to work in harmony with the others for efficient, quality performance. uMusic(R) intelligent playback system Stores the content of hundreds of CDs on your Lifestyle(R) system, then learns your musical preferences as you listen and automatically selects songs you most likely want to hear. ADAPTiQ(R) audio calibration system Adjusts sound for your room s unique acoustics, speaker placement and listening locations so your Lifestyle(R) system can deliver a quality Bose(R) performance. Bose(R) link Allows you to easily enjoy more music in more places around your home - including outdoors. Proprietary Videostage(R) 5 decoding post-processing circuitry Combined with digital 5.1 decoding and DTS(R), help deliver a high-quality, fivechannel surround sound experience from practically any source - DVDs, videocassettes, stereo CDs, even older mono TV shows and movies. Less
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Key Features   
Front Speaker 1 Way -
Main Speakers Power Output   50 Watt RMS -
Included Components   TV Display Receiver • DVD Player
Number Of Speakers 3 Speakers and Subwoofer 5 Speakers and Subwoofer
TV Resolutions 1080p (1125p) 1080p (1125p)
Subwoofer Power Output 100 Watt RMS -
Audio   
Surround Sound   Dolby Digital® • DTS® • Dolby Pro Logic II Dolby Digital® • DTS®
DVD   
Number of Discs   - 1
Inputs Analog Audio x 1 • Digital Audio (Coaxial) x 1 • Digital Audio (Optical) x 3 • HDMI x 3 -
Progressive Scan   With Progressive Scan -
Outputs HDMI x 1 -
Built-in Tuner   - NTSC
Playback Features   
Remote Control   Yes -
Receiver   
Surround Analog Inputs - 5.1 Channels x 1
Rear Input Connectors Digital Coaxial x 1 • Digital Optical x 3 • HDMI x 3 -
Rear Output Connectors HDMI x 1 -
Tuner   
Tuner Presets - 50
Built-in Radio Tuner   - AM • FM
Miscellaneous   
UPC - 017817394345
Release Date February, 2008 -
Product ID 53620419 54313411
Product MPN   
MPN - Lifestyle 38
 
Consumer Reviews
Sony HT-CT100
Sony HTP-376 Theater System
$249.00
Bose 38
Bose Lifestyle 38IVB Theater System
From $2,999.99

Product Review Summary

4.3
Based on 7 user reviews
86% recommend this product
5 stars
3
4 stars
3
3 stars
1
2 stars
1 star
Pros
  • Good Value (5)
  • Great Design (2)
  • Easy to Use (2)
  • Stylish (2)
  • Good Sound (2)
  • Compact (2)
  • Quality Construction (1)
  • Simple Setup (1)
Cons
  • Difficult Setup (1)
  • Poor Surround Effect (1)
  • Lack of Inputs (1)
  • Poor Tech Support (1)
  • No Remote Control (1)
  • Lack of Features (1)
  • Poorly Built (1)
Good For
  • Movies (4)
  • Home (3)
  • Living Room (2)
  • Small Rooms (2)
  • Everyday Use (1)
  • Gaming (1)
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Consumer Reviews

172

Excellent Sound...with some limitations

bylovehifi Nov 30, 2008
14 Helpfuls 15 Helpfuls Was this review helpful?
Pros Very simple.  3 HDMI inputs.  1 HDMI output. Very smooth clean sound. Not expensive.
Cons 3.1 design.  Cannot perform as well as true surround sound with separate speakers.
Recommended it? Yes

I did a great deal of research prior to buying the Sony HT-CT100 Sound Bar system.  I read so much misinformation that I very nearly decided against making this purchase.

I am going to furnish a very detailed review of this product, as I feel there is much clarification to be made. ... Read full review »

138

Can ya hear me now?

bydalesky Dec 1, 2008
10 Helpfuls 11 Helpfuls Was this review helpful?
Pros Relatively inexpensive for this type of home theater system. Truly excellent sound.
Cons Another remote, and losing the TV speakers. Maybe - see update
Recommended it? Yes

Having recently purchased a new big screen TV, I found the sound lacking that mid and lower end punch needed for realistic viewing experiences. I feel that sound is at least 40 percent of the total package when watching TV or movies. I also wanted equipment that was reasonably priced, well made and... Read full review »

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Product Review Summary

3.4
Based on 9 user reviews
56% recommend this product
5 stars
2
4 stars
4
3 stars
1
2 stars
1 star
2
Pros
  • Good Sound (5)
  • Stylish (3)
  • Simple Setup (2)
  • Great Design (2)
  • Versatile (2)
  • Rich Features (1)
  • Good Value (1)
Cons
  • Poorly Built (2)
  • Lack of Features (2)
  • Heavy (1)
  • Lack of Inputs (1)
Good For
  • Movies (5)
  • Small Rooms (4)
  • Living Room (2)
  • Large Rooms (1)
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Consumer Reviews

6

Great System

byreflexsilver Oct 25, 2005
18 Helpfuls 19 Helpfuls Was this review helpful?
Pros Outstanding Sound, Progressive Scan, IR Remote, Slick Design, uMusic, Small Speakers,...
Cons Hard Drive Glitches, Lack of Mid-range Sound, Can't Play Dual-Disc Audio Cds
Recommended it? No

I have had this system for about 7 months now, so hopefully I have experienced all I can and offer you my full personal opinion about the Bose Lifestyle 38.

As a result, I am quite satisfied with the system overall. Too bad it isn't close to perfect, considering the amount of investment... Read full review »

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Lifestyle Bose 38

bydrgeri Apr 11, 2006
10 Helpfuls 11 Helpfuls Was this review helpful?
Pros The versatility of the system is the biggest asset. The technical support is outstanding.
Cons The biggest downfall has been the inability to load MP3 tracks. I HATE THIS!
Recommended it? Yes

We work from home and were listening to music through our NuTone intercom system. Although we could connect CD players and MP3 players to the NuTone system, it was only a monotone unit. After meeting with several vendors about the retrofit of a whole house stereo system, we elected to purchase the... Read full review »

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