Product Description

Sony DAV-X1V Platinum DVD Dream System

Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #50523 in Consumer Electronics
• Color: Silver
• Brand: Sony
• Model: DAV-X1V
• Released on: 2006-08-15
• Dimensions: 45.00 pounds

Features

• 1 Disc DVD/CD/SA-CD
• S-Force(R) Pro2.1 Front Surround Sound (DSP Technology)
• HDMI Output
• Digital Direct Twin Drive Subwoofer
• S-Master Digital Amplifier

Customer Reviews

Not a bad option ... just be realistic
I looked at the 2.1 (two speaker, 1 subwoofer) home theatre in a box (HTIB) options extensively. The DAV-X1V is a decent option and a strong upgrade from the previous DAV-X1 product which remains available. The build quality is excellent and the tabletop speakers are solid and compact. It provides a very decent sound with some nice bass. The DVD player works well and puts out a good picture and sound and the integrated AM/FM radio work well. The 5-DVD/CD changer is a bit confusing to work and slow ... but its passable. Frankly, since its hard to remember which DVD/CD is in which of the 5 slots ... we ended up using one at a time. If your looking for a compact, well equipped HTIB system with very easy set-up at a reasonable price ... this is a respectable option. I got down to this and the Samsung HT-Q100 ... a similar product ... but went with the Sony since the HT-Q100 is designed in a vertical presentation and I worried about infringing on the flat screen LCD which was to be mounted on the wall right above. If you are an audiophile at heart or truly want surround sound ... be reasonable with your expectations. This (and most) of the 2.1 systems aren't going to deliver the goods. You may also want to consider the Sony DAV-FX900W 5-Disc DVD Dream System which has a similar base unit as this system but includes a true 5.1 (5 speakers, 1 subwoofer) configuration but with the 2 rear channel (e.g., behind you) speakers in a wireless configuration. One final note ... this unit has solid inputs with all the digital plugs but doesn't include a headphone out jack. Not a deal breaker ... but just something to consider. On the whole, this is a good option worthy of consideration.

Might Not Be Enough Volume...
I decided on this system while comparing it to the Bose 321 based on many reviews I read in various places on the web. I'm using it in a home with high ceilings and wide open space, but find the sound satisfactory with one exception. Interestingly, when I watch tv and have the sound coming thru the unit the volume is louder than when playing dvd's in the unit. I have to turn the volume ALL the way up for it to be loud enough to enjoy the full effect on discs. This is a bit disconcerting, considering that some movies on dvd will not have the same volume as others, etc. Still, all things considered (i.e.--mostly price!), I feel that I made the right choice. Just don't expect it to rattle the rafters in large open spaces. It might be better suited to a more intimate space. Hope this is helpful.

Just a Little Disappointed
Before purchasing this system I read a lot of reviews especially at Amazon. So after consideration and investigation I decided this was the purchase for me. Once hooked up I realized that this system really did not perform exactly like I thought it would. I realized that this was not your typical surround system; however I did think I would get a little surround sound, but so far that hasn't been the case. At least not as much as I thought, but I do like the look and the point that it is HD and the DVD movies look GREAT. I did purchase a HD cable so I hope that this will improve the sound quality, time will tell.