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Companion combo

With music and movies, the system exhibits a good midrange, while the sub delivers appropriate cinematic slam. The HLX56S had no problems with the opening sequence of the Jurassic Park Blu-ray, a classic surround mix of jungle ambiance, urgent vocals and sharp dynamic retorts.

LG HLX56S Network 3D Blu-ray home cinema system

Smart choice, sound option

Verdict

All-in-one cinema systems inevitably involve a degree of compromise, but this well-executed twin set offers fewer than you might imagine. Partner with a larg-ish flatscreen, for a thoroughly acceptable home cinema experience. ®

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LG HLX56S Network 3D Blu-ray home cinema system

LG HLX56S net savvy 3D Blu-ray soundbar combo

2.1 3D Blu-ray home cinema system
Price: £750 RRP More Info: LG's HLX56S page
Latest Comments

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true. they are different things though really.

how many BMW/merc owners would like to drive a 20 year old maestro or how many people living in a nice 5 bed house could live in a bedsit.

you get used to some things and going backwards is hard.

how many life threatening situations have you been in? i have had a few... i still hate tv speakers :)

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The secret is....

....not to let yourself get into that truly awful situation where you cant stand average TV audio.

I'd dread to think how some would manage if faced with a truly life threatening situation.

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plus

you can get wireless rear speakers now. my father in law has some on his sony system

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wires everywhere?

its not hard to stick wires in nice trunking or under carpets or even in the walls.

i guess ive been into home cinema for 15 years i just cant go back to terrible sound.

when we moved recently i had no amp & speakers for 2 night and it was horrible. just TV speakers

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fair enough....

i also guess you dont know anyone into AV and HC. a decent system like mine can sound amazing but then again i paid a fair bit for my onkyo 709 and B&W 5.1 system.

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