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cnet.com Professional Review.
Sony DAV-X1
QuickTake:
Pros: 2.1-channel surround HTIB system; elegant design; tiny speakers; dual 6-inch subwoofer; HDMI output; plays SACDs; simplified cable hookup; includes setup DVD.
Cons: Virtual-surround effect limited to a small sweet spot; not a multidisc changer; movies sound better than music; high style comes with a high price.
cnet.com Professional Review.
Sony DAV-X1V
Comments:
Review Verdict: Sony's lavishly designed DAV-X1V system sounds great on DVDs and less dreamy on music.
Review Verdict: Sony's lavishly designed DAV-X1V system sounds great on DVDs and less dreamy on music.
QuickTake:
Pros: 2.1-channel virtual surround system; elegant design; five-disc DVD/CD/SACD changer; automatic speaker setup and calibration; tiny, two-way/three-driver satellites; dual 6-inch subwoofer; HDMI output; simplified cable hookup.
Cons: Expensive; the dearth of video conversion options minimizes the advantage of the two video inputs; proprietary connector cable limits speaker placement options.
alaTest.com Professional Review.
Review summary of Sony DAV-X1
Comments:
alaTest has collected and analysed 198 reviews of Sony DAV-X1 from international magazines and websites.
Review Verdict: Experts rate this product 73/100 and users 75/100. Comparing these reviews to 29160 other Home Theater Systems reviews gives this product an overall alaScore™ 88/100 = Very Good.
alaTest has collected and analysed 198 reviews of Sony DAV-X1 from international magazines and websites.
Review Verdict: Experts rate this product 73/100 and users 75/100. Comparing these reviews to 29160 other Home Theater Systems reviews gives this product an overall alaScore™ 88/100 = Very Good.
homecinemachoice.com Professional Review.
Sony DAV-X1V
Comments:
With a considerably higher price tag than most of the other systems on test, the DAV-X1V needs to pull something special out of the bag. It gets off to a great start features-wise, with a five-disc DVD player being the most notable advantage.
Review Verdict: It's not cheap, but if you can justify the expense you won't be disappointed
With a considerably higher price tag than most of the other systems on test, the DAV-X1V needs to pull something special out of the bag. It gets off to a great start features-wise, with a five-disc DVD player being the most notable advantage.
Review Verdict: It's not cheap, but if you can justify the expense you won't be disappointed
QuickTake:
Pros: Strong features list, Versatile compatibility, Excellent sound and pictures
Cons: Costly
techradar.com Professional Review.
Sony DAV-X1
Comments:
Sony's galactic empire employs several dedicated design facilities worldwide, which probably goes some way to explaining why you simply cannot fault the look and feel of the DAV-X1.
Review Verdict: The DAV-X1 is a tale of two halves, with its slick, well-specified and nicely designed DVD/receiver console being let down by a speaker package easily outgunned by systems at half the price. At £900, the DAV-X1 makes no sense at all in price to perf...
Sony's galactic empire employs several dedicated design facilities worldwide, which probably goes some way to explaining why you simply cannot fault the look and feel of the DAV-X1.
Review Verdict: The DAV-X1 is a tale of two halves, with its slick, well-specified and nicely designed DVD/receiver console being let down by a speaker package easily outgunned by systems at half the price. At £900, the DAV-X1 makes no sense at all in price to perf...
QuickTake:
Pros: Set-up, Picture, Menu
Cons: Sound
zdnet.com Professional Review.
Sony DAV-X1V
Comments:
When Sony launched its 2.1-channel DAV-X1 in 2005, it was clear that the company was gunning straight for the Bose 3-2-1 system. A year on, as the market for "lifestyle-friendly" virtual surround systems continues to grow, Sony has upgraded the X1 to hand
When Sony launched its 2.1-channel DAV-X1 in 2005, it was clear that the company was gunning straight for the Bose 3-2-1 system. A year on, as the market for "lifestyle-friendly" virtual surround systems continues to grow, Sony has upgraded the X1 to hand
digitaltrends.com Professional Review.
Sony DAV-X1V
Comments:
The Sony® DAV-X1V Platinum DVD Dream® System is an all-in-one home theater system for customers who want big surround sound without a big system. The DAV-X1V simulates the surround sound...
The Sony® DAV-X1V Platinum DVD Dream® System is an all-in-one home theater system for customers who want big surround sound without a big system. The DAV-X1V simulates the surround sound...
techradar.com Professional Review.
Sony DAV-X1V | Our Review | TechRadar UK
Comments:
The main unit is dressed in an elegant matt-black finish and shiny metallic trim
Review Verdict: It may be expensive (approx £850), but with great sound, pictures and features, the DAV-X1V is well worth the investment
The main unit is dressed in an elegant matt-black finish and shiny metallic trim
Review Verdict: It may be expensive (approx £850), but with great sound, pictures and features, the DAV-X1V is well worth the investment
QuickTake:
Pros: Strong features list, Versatile compatibility, Excellent sound and pictures
Cons: Costly
whathomecinemamag.com Professional Review.
Sony DAV-X1V
Comments:
Sony's DAV-X1V is a stylish 2.1 virtual surround system aimed at those seeking a home cinema solution without the fuss of additional speakers and cabling taking over the room
Review Verdict: Good on paper, but unfortunately not quite so good in reality
Sony's DAV-X1V is a stylish 2.1 virtual surround system aimed at those seeking a home cinema solution without the fuss of additional speakers and cabling taking over the room
Review Verdict: Good on paper, but unfortunately not quite so good in reality
QuickTake:
Pros: Good set of features, Impressive connectivity
Cons: Too much MPEG noise, 'Surround sound' not really delivered
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Review Verdict: Sony's DAV-X1 virtual-surround Dream System can unleash a full, enveloping sound from DVDs, but it's less satisfying with CDs.
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