home theater package question (1 Viewer)

[agresBach]

i am looking to buy a home theater package. My budget i need to stay under is about $300. I know i can get better quality by buying the components separately but i dont have the funds for that so looking at a package. I have narrowed it down to 2 so just looking to see if anyone had any input for me to which might be better.
Yamaha YHT-160 or Onkyo HT-S580
The Onkyo got great reviews but has a passive subwoofer and the yamaha not as good reviews but has more connection options. any input would be greatly appreciated! thanks

 

[Jack Briggs]

Hi there and welcome to Home Theater Forum.

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[gene c]

In your price range, I'd look into Onkyo factory re-furbished. J&R.com has the 570 for $149 and ecost.com has the 770 for $239. With shipping and some better cables/wires, you should still be within (or close ) to your budget. Sorry, but I don't care too much for the two you have choosen so far.

 

[John S]

These Onkyo HTIB's are really just full level products bundled together. I don't think you can save money over these.

A full AVR, powered subs, decent Front, Center, and surround speakers.


best of luck....