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Kenwood HTB-S725DV home theater system

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Expert Review

Kenwood HTB-S725DV home theater system

Date Published: 1/8/08

Kenwood's HTB-S725DV is one of the first home theater systems to truly accommodate the video game enthusiast. This contemporary 6.1 system has tall floor-standing speakers for the front left and right channels, with dual midrange drivers for impactful performance. There are also three voice-matched surround satellites (surround left, surround right, and surround rear), a matching center channel speaker, and an active subwoofer to round out the low end. The system includes a single-disc progressive scan DVD player.

One of the best features of the HTB-S725DV is the front-panel A/V input for the signal from a video game console. The HTB-S725DV will set an automatic source and surround mode for the input, so the system can be optimized for a personal gaming setup. The main unit uses PurePath digital power amplification for a truly clean, sharp sound. The HTB-S725DV has built-in decoding for Dolby Digital EX and DTS-ES 6.1 channel formats, along with DTS 96/24, 5.1 channel formats, and Dolby Pro Logic IIx.

To enjoy a gaming session without bothering the whole family, the HTB-S725DV sports Dolby Headphone to provide a surround experience while using the headphone output. The gaming can continue all night long without disturbing a soul.

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1 year parts and labor



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