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    diamonddnice: Computer speakers are NOT Home Theater Speakers just cause they do 5.1 surround and sound decent for a computer. more »
    fluidexistence: I don't know, many of these are best choices--but only if you live in a Cocoon; the aesthetics look like something you'd find in a Diner, not to menti... more »
    itzikG35: I personally have the Energy Take Classic, which can be found today for ~$200 (w/o subwoofer). If you have the room for something a little bigger tha... more »
    GraphicoFantastico: Polk RM7 Satellites, CSI A4 Center, Klipsch Synergy Sub-12 sub. $758 more »
    robinandtami: Excellent list! If I wanted to spend under $800 on audio, and was concerned about speaker size as well; these three would definitely be on my short l... more »
    SigmundTheSeaMonster: I agree about "where is Logitech's Z5500". Never heard of these brands, you? I have a NHT, JBL and Pioneer in my setup. more »
    shifty_276: My Logitech Z-5500s need to be on here. I think they are awesome and like that one guy said how you can get a deal on them sometimes--got mine for $2... more »
    yvan_cazabon: I have the Energy Take-5s, the RC-1's older brother, and they're fantastic. more »
    winshape: Is there going to be a companion article on best receivers? Are there any receivers that accept audio over HDMI that are priced where normal people c... more »
    dagamer34: I suggest building your own set. My setup: Polk Audio TSi300: $338 on eBay Polk Audio TSi100: $150 on Amazon Polk Audio CS10: $100 on Amazon Polk Audi... more »
    orbitbreak: My home theater set up is all Jackhammer subs. [www.mtx.com] more »
    Bistroengine: Gotta check these guys out if you never have before... [www.aperionaudio.com] more »
    Jakooboo the Whedonite: I use JL equipment... My living room alone courses with nearly 4800 watts in audio alone. My neighbors hate me. :) more »
    monoverb: I would throw the Energy Take 5.1 into the fray as well. For the money they sound great, particularly good for an apartment. more »
    pettiblay: I think Logitech's Z-5500 should be included here. They cost 500$, but you can occasionally get them for a mere 250$. I may not be an audiophile, but ... more »
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    The Best 5.1 Speaker Systems You Can Buy for $800 or Less

    During our week celebrating precision audio, you guys asked about respectable but affordable home-theater audio. So we hit up CNet's Audiophiliac, Steve Guttenberg, to clue us in to three exceptional 5.1 speaker/subwoofer combo packages selling for $800 or less. More »
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