The company’s massive-and massively expensive-Ambeo showcases some of the most advanced processing and audio quality we’ve ever heard from a single bar. We are delighted.The acclaimed audio brand Sennheiser waited decades to launch its first home soundbar. An unexpected feature is the clearly lighted display which illuminates from the black grid on the front when the controller is used, but then disappears after a few moments so as not to distract from the TC display.Ĭostwise, it was about 60% less than new, more complex systems, but since we were not attempting to do "surround sound" this system did everything we needed for an affordable price. This is a quality component, it sits unobtrusively beneath the TV's base, and really improves our viewing and listening experience. We bought the system used but if was precisely as described, easy to configure and install, and has wor ked perfectly for several weeks. This item supports mono or stereo sound and gives it a level of clarity that reduces our frustration factor by about 2/3, and music quality is enhanced even more. Coupled with the problematic accents and the typical poor quality of the sound systems in even modern HDTVs, we found ourselves more and more often turning to each other and saying, "WHAT did she say?" Even replaying a DVD two or three times wouldn't always be enough to allow a Yank to decipher the audio.
My wife and I have been watching more British TV and DVDs lately, and while the quality of their productions is typically really good (Foyles' War or Doc Martin, for example) British audio may leave a little to be desired. Tired of commercials that are too loud? Simply push the Output Leveling (OL) button, and loud noises become softer while soft voices become louder. For super distinct listening, the Dialog Emphasis (DE) feature mimics the function of a hearing aid by enhancing vocal clarity.
Many movie viewers become frustrated when character dialogue becomes lost in background noise, but you will not have to worry about this problem with the ZVOX. The ZVOX supports sound effects and musical tracks with great audio definition. This makes the experience of TV and movie watching more enjoyable. The result is a clear listening experience.
Enjoy the world's smallest home theater system while filling your room with rich 3D sound without mess or complexity.ZVOX Soundbase systems are known for virtual technology that uses advanced algorithms to separate dialogue from background music. These TVs sound terrible and most owners use external devices to improve the output quality. It was specifically designed to enhance the puny speakers found in flat screens. The use of hearing aid technology is a breakthrough in speaker sound technology. This one-piece audio base system takes the place of multiple oversized speakers and enables you to eliminate the messy wiring involved with traditional surround theater systems.The black low-profile sound bar is 17 inches wide by 12.5 inches deep by 3.38 inches high, and it weighs 12 pounds. Accessories include the multifunction remote control and power cord. The TOSLINK optical digital connection supports DVD players and video game consoles through a stereo mini-plug connecting cable. Other connections include stereo RCA connections that carry the audio and video signals. Optical digital and analog inputs are also included on the front of the sound bar. Easily connect your iPod, MP3 player, and other devices via the 3.5mm analog input jack. Quickly program your home TV remote control (or any other remote) to control the input functions of the ZVOX. Constructed of high-quality MDF (medium density fiberboard), the low profile blends seamlessly with flat panels. It houses the amplifier and three full-range, wireless, high-performance speakers. The ZVOX Z-Base 220's super-slim cabinet is about the size of a DVD player and requires no additional speakers.
The result is amazing 3-dimensional audio. The direction of sound virtually disappears from the listener's perception. PhaseCue II technology uses amplifiers that create a wide sound dispersion from flat panel TVs. For movies that focus on dialogue, the ZVOX Z-base has a mode that focuses just on what the characters are saying.Enjoy a home theater package with amazing audio utilizing PhaseCue II technology. The cabinet measures 3.5 inches in height, allowing it to sit on bookshelves or in your entertainment console with ease. The unit uses 30 watts of power to capture the quality of the movies in your home. This product packs a massive punch by imitating surround audio with its 20-inch speaker drives and 5.25-inch subwoofer. Get the most out of your HDTV experience without purchasing a costly surround sound system with the ZVOX Z-Base 220 speaker system.