Yamaha YHT-175

Unobtrusive, attractive design ; 5 x 100W speakers pack a nice punch ; Good control over sound quality and distribution ; Many connectivity options ; Reasonably priced

Cramped remote control ; Few audio modes ; Slight loss of detail in high-frequency and subwoofer range ; Wires to rear speakers require permanent installation

Response was clear throughout the audible frequency range, although high-frequency and subwoofer detail could be a little more pronounced. Overall, however, performance was good enough to appeal to most home theatre buyers -- and, if you don't mind...

cheap, i paid $400

subwoofer cable isnt long enough and when i play xbox or ps2 through the system it seems to not be as loud so i have to turn it up to -20.0 DB

Good sound ; Night mode is interesting, but I wish I could tell the system to switch it on automatically between 10 pm & 7 am, rather than having to tell it every day ; Cinema DSP give very good effect, though constant switching between music, sports,...

India specific: Try plugging the power sockets of receiver & woofer into your wall outlet. They don't go! Most Indian homes will not accept the kind of plugs YHT-175 comes with. Run to your neighborhood computer shop, & buy a "spike guard" (a kind of...

Great Sound. Saw The Italian Job and the DTS sound effects were awesome

FM reception not too good in Mumbai Suburbs