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This system is an option for less critical listeners who don't want the clutter of a full 5.1 system. With only two visible speakers, it is suited for bedrooms and smaller rooms where space is a premium.

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Panasonic SC-HT05

This is one of the best cheap 'n' easy HTIB systems you can buy. It has a compact A/V receiver/5.1 speaker package, five two-way satellites, a powered subwoofer and generous audio connectivity options. The downside is that, unlike most other HTIB, it does not come with a DVD player.

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Yamaha YHT-320

If you've already got a screen and a DVD player, but want to step up to more realistic surround sound, check out the Yamaha YHT-320 system.

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Pioneer HTZ900DVD

An 'everything but the kitchen sink' HTIB, this stylish high-end Pioneer system throws in MP3, DVD Audio, SACD, a Jpeg photoviewer, flat 'tallboy' speakers and a powered sub woofer.

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Bose Lifestyle 35

This Bose package includes five tiny Jewel Cube speakers, a DVD/CD player and an AM/FM tuner. It also features an audio calibration system that customises sound to the shape of your room.

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Box, Speakers News

Digital Life: The other half of the equation

As you're drooling over the latest sexy plasma or LCD TV, don't forget that you'll need surround sound audio to get a full home cinema experience.

Yamaha aims high and low

Yamaha is aiming to entice more consumers into the world of home theatre, introducing several products in its 2005 range for the budget conscious.

Panasonic range focuses on 1080p and plasma

Panasonic has unveiled its 2008 range of televisions and home theatre in Sydney with HD recorders and plasmas high on its priority list.

What's next for Apple? We think it's the remote

After looking at what Apple has done in the past, there are some clues going forward. A good place to look is some of its older products, both software and hardware.

Impreza WRX returns from gym as the STI

Yes it's an Impreza, but this one's been pumped so full of 'roids it has a visceral appeal lacking from lower priced versions.

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Box, Speakers DIYs and How-to

Easy home theatre setup

In setting up a surround system, how much space should I allot between the speakers and the listening position?

DIY: How to buy a home theatre system - are kits or components right for you?

Whether you want to buy a home-theatre in a box or go the components route, you'll need to decide which way is best for you right from the start.

Surround sound buying guide

If you're feeling surrounded by questions instead of ambient sound, you've come to the right place. We have suggestions on how to shop for everything surround, from receivers to speakers to full home-theatre systems.

What to look for in Home Theatre in a Box

Our experts explain the specs that matter.

How does a speaker work?

CNET explains the jargon behind the conventional loudspeaker, with a quick guide on the anatomy of this important home theatre component.

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Box, Speakers image galleries

Photos: iPod Hi-Fi in detail

We managed to get our greedy little hands on the new iPod Hi-Fi speakers only hours after it officially unveiled. Here's our photo gallery taking you inside and outside the box.
Photos: MacBook Pros hit Australia

Seven weeks after being announced by Apple CEO Steve Jobs, the first Intel-based MacBook Pro notebooks arrive Down Under. CNET.com.au takes photos of what you can expect when you open the box.
R35 Nissan GT-R in-depth

During our time with the GT-R in San Francisco, we took photos detailing every nut and bolt — okay, maybe not quite every nut and bolt.
Photos: 2008 New York Auto Show concept cars

Spring isn't quite in full swing yet in New York, but the concept cars on display at the recent auto show did provide some warmth.
Photos: Mazda Australia aims to hit a second 6

The new Mazda 6 has now arrived in Australia. Expect to see it in driveways, shopping centres and high streets all over our brown nation.