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Onkyo LS-V501

The Onkyo LS-V501 is a 2.1 home theatre in a box which will upscale your DVDs to 1080i and supports a plethora of audio and video formats.

Onkyo TX-SR875

If you want an AV receiver that has plenty of power and supports the latest high definition audio, the Onkyo TX-SR875 should be on your shopping list.

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For those fortunate enough to have deep rooms, the HD80 looks to be the best buy 1080p DLP projector to date, no questions asked. Of course, this is provided the optics and video engine are well-oiled and tuned for optimal performance.

Onkyo TX-SR605

The Onkyo TX-SR605 raises the bar for AV receivers by delivering an amazing number of next-generation audio and video features at an unbeatably low price

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KEF KHT-5005.2

KEF's KHT-5005.2 is one of the few surround speaker packages to coax audiophile sound from lifestyle-friendly speakers and a subwoofer.

Onkyo TX-SR604

The affordable Onkyo TX-SR604 offers solid sound and an advanced autosetup system, but you'll need to opt for the step-up model if you want more robust HDMI features.

Onkyo TX-SR674

The Onkyo TX-SR674's stellar feature set and first-rate sound quality put it in the top tier of midprice HDMI A/V receivers.

Optoma MovieTime DV10

A portable all-in-one DVD player and projector with excellent image quality.

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Optoma HD72

Among the best value in front projection in its class, the Optoma HD72 is a surprisingly good performer at a price that represents reasonable value.

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Onkyo HT-S780

The plus-size Onkyo HT-S780 HTIB delivers sonic power and glory that are simply unavailable in more fashionable systems.

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Onkyo TX-SR503

Abundant features and stellar sound quality put this Onkyo receiver at the top of its class.

Onkyo TX-SR602

Despite the lack of a competent autosetup feature, this receiver is still a solid value.

Onkyo TX-SR502

This spunky budget receiver looks and feels like a higher-end model.

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Onkyo HT-S770

This big, outrageously good sounding system trounces those sleek 'n' sassy HTIBs.

Onkyo DV-SP800 SACD/DVD-Audio Player

This universal SACD/DVD-Audio player is just the ticket for well-heeled audiophiles.

Onkyo TX-SR601

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