JVC TH-A35 Executive Home Theater System (Silver)

Rating:
Summary: Rated for what it is.
Review: I was very particular about what I wanted in a home theater system, and Optical input was at the top of my list. I also wanted to keep the expense way down. The only thing this system did not offer that I wanted was an active subwoofer (The sub in this system is passive), but that was at the bottom of my list, so I ordered the unit.

The system is stylish and makes a good immediate impression. I firmly believe that dollar for dollar, this unit can not be beat. It is not intended for, and will not work well for high volume. If you just want moderate volume, and digital 5.1 surround however, this system packs a nice bang for the buck.

Setup is a snap. The subwoofer is just a wee bit weak, and there are no bass and treble adjustments. The system has played every DVD I have thrown at it, and handles DTS 5.1 flawlessly. MP3 playback has gone without a hitch, and the MP3 menu system is simple and intuitive.

All in all I believe you would need to spend three bills or more to surpass this package.

Rating:
Summary: Good quality, with some operational downsides
Review: I got this system to use 5.1 digital audio through its optical input. For the price, it is definately a good deal for a home theater system, but if your just getting it for the speaker set up, go with the Logitech z680s. The sub is not powered (it just takes left and right like all the other speakers), the remote control was sluggish, and the onscreen menu was extremely limited. The dvd picture and the sound was high quality, and the speakers were small and sturdy.
good home theater system overall

Rating:
Summary: JVC TH-A35 Executive Home Theater System (Silver)
Review: When I viewed this product in my local electronics store I initially thought that this would be an extremely good buy for the price..... until I got it home and was halfway through my first movie. Basically the fan kicked in which is extremely noisy (not forgetting that this system isn't the loudest in relation to volume by any means) The sporadic fan activation is a real annoyance when your viewing DVDs. Unfortunately of late it has now started skipping\freezing for a split second when playing (and I don't mean playing old DVDs, new ones fresh out of the box!!) I have returned this item 4 times already, had the laser unit replaced, the fan and various other bits and bobs that the sales guys wasn't sure about .I was cautious enough to take out a 5 year guarantee on this model do I think I may be due a few return trips yet !!! Unfortunately I'm stuck with this until JVC deem it "Unfixable" My advice.....Think twice before you buy this unit.