Why pair plain-vanilla speakers with high-definition flatscreen TVs? Priyanka Joshi picks out the best home theatre systems your money can buy.
LOUD AND CLEAR
The Bose Lifestyle V30 home theatre system delivers sterling surround sound, and its compact six-speaker system makes it merge with the room’s geography and deliver compelling acoustics at the same time
Price: Rs 123,613
Where: Across all leading multi-branded electronics stores and Bose showrooms
STRENGTH IN DEPTH
Samsung’s HT-C6930W allows you to experience movies in a new dimension. The built-in 3D-capable Blu-ray player allows clarity and picture depth that Blu-ray discs offer when connected to a 3D TV
Price: Rs 56,000
Where: Across all leading multi-branded electronics stores and Samsung showrooms
CRYSTAL CLEAR
Sony’s BDV-E300 is a simple way to add Blu-ray disc playback and surround sound to your home theatre space. The E300 also packs in iPod integration and 1,000 watts of total system power.
Price: Rs 36,500
Where: Across all leading multi-branded electronics stores and Sony Style showrooms
MULTIPLE CHOICE
Logitech Z5500 is a flexible system that allows use with multiple stereo input sources. This makes it a good choice for gamers and movie enthusiasts who prefer immersive bass and great positional surround sound.
Price: Rs 15,000
Where: Across all leading multi-branded electronics stores and Logitech stores
ALL ABOUT THE SOUND
The LG LHB953 features four matching surround speakers and a dedicated centre channel speaker. The included subwoofer handles all the lower-end frequencies. LG LHB953 is installed with Dolby True HD, Dolby Digital Plus as well as DTS-HD decoder audio output.
Price: Rs 25,000
Where: Across all leading multi-branded electronics stores and LG showrooms
VALUE FOR MONEY
If you’re looking for a low-cost home theatre system, check out the Philips HTS3555/37. The progressive-scan DVD player upconverts to 1080i HD resolution and also plays DivX encoded media files on a variety of media formats. It also features a docking cradle that both plays and charges the iPod
Price: Rs 7,600
Where: Across all leading multi-branded electronics stores and Philips stores