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Harman Kardon HKTS-18 5.1 Channel Speaker System

Harman Kardon HKTS-18 5.1 Channel Speaker System
Brand: Harman Kardon
Category: CE

Buy New: See price in cart



Rating: 4.5 out of 5 stars 51 reviews
Sales Rank: 1243

Media: Electronics
Autographed: No
Memorabilia: No
Shipping Weight (lbs): 62
Dimensions (in): 28 x 19.2 x 19.2
Warranty: 5 years warranty

MPN: HKTS 18
Model: HKTS 18
UPC: 028292504259
EAN: 0028292504259
ASIN: B000K7ZWVK

Release Date: December 29, 2006
Shipping: Eligible for Super Saver Shipping
Availability: Usually ships in 24 hours

Features:
  • 200W amplifier power (RMS)
  • 10" woofer, bass-reflex enclosure
  • 8 ohm nominal impedence
  • 3/4" dome, video-shielded tweeter
  • Dual 3" drivers, video-shielded

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Editorial Reviews:

Amazon.com
Harman Kardon's HKTS systems make it easy to choose the right speakers to use with your other home theater components. By providing a complete speaker system, they ensure that frequency response, dispersion and dynamic range are carefully matched so that all the speakers in a multichannel system blend, rather than compete with one another. HKTS systems complement any room decor, and perfectly match Harman Kardon's components and today's flat-screen video displays.

The HKTS 18 home theater speaker system combines identically voiced, magnetically shielded two-way satellite and center channel speakers with a 10-inch, 200-watt subwoofer for high-performance sound that complements the design of Harman Kardon receivers and DVD players, as well as today's flat-panel video displays. Advanced features include a line-level Sub/LFE input, audio-sense or external-trigger on/off and a multicolor LED power indicator. Wall-mount brackets for the satellites are included.

Product Description
The HKTS 18 home theater speaker system combines identically voiced, magnetically shielded two-way satellite and center channel speakers with a 10-inch, 200-watt subwoofer for high-performance sound that complements the design of Harman Kardon receivers and DVD players, as well as today's flat-panel video displays. Advanced features include a line-level Sub/LFE input, audio-sense or external-trigger on/off and a multicolor LED power indicator. Wall-mount brackets for the satellites are included. The speaker cables and speakers are all color-coded to conform to the CEA (Consumer Electronics Association) standard, simplifying setup. Harman Kardon invented the high-fidelity receiver more than fifty years ago. With state-of-the-art features and time-honored circuit designs, the HKTS 18 is a perfect complement to any home theater system. Center Channel Dimensions (HxWxD) - 4 x 9-1/2 x 3-5/8 inches (102mm x 241mm x 92mm) Weight - 2.7 lb (1.2kg) Subwoofer - Amplifier Power (RMS) - 200 watts / Bass Driver - 10 woofer, bass-reflex enclosure Subwoofer Dimensions (HxWxD) - 18-7/8 x 13-3/8 x 13-3/8 inches (479mm x 340mm x 340mm) / Weight - 35.1 lb (15.8kg)


Customer Reviews:   Read 46 more reviews...

5 out of 5 stars Wonderful sound!   October 11, 2008
Manish Hemkar (San Jose, CA)
These speakers produce awesome sound. I was looking to setup my home theater system. Now I have these wonderful speakers with Onkyo SRS606 receiver and PS3. I was considering buying Bose speakers since my car has Bose audio system and I have always been a fan of the sound of Bose speakers. But the price of Bose speakers is extremely high. I actually decided to buy the HKTS-18 purely based on reviews here on Amazon. I was so happy after I heard these. In fact, the sound from these speakers is as or more crisp, clear and deep as compared to Bose. The subwoofer produces wonderfully deep bass. Good thing is that I can adjust the bass level on the subwoofer with an easy dial, however, I haven't found the need to change it once I have it at my comfort level. However, the subwoofer is huge. make sure you read the dimensions & plan where to keep it before purchasing. However, the subwoofer looks really good so even if it sits in view, it's not a problem.
Movies in 5.1 sound amazingly clear and lifelike. Music is wonderful as well. The speakers look great too. Thankfully I didn't go for Bose, as I've found great quality at a fraction of the cost.



5 out of 5 stars suck user interface, very very great speaker   September 28, 2008
Chiu M. Luk
i had the harmon kardon receiver, very suck interface, and confusing,

but the sound quality is so so great!!!! extreme good sound for a $180 audio quest optical cable out from my PC (playing CD quality music)



5 out of 5 stars Awesome   September 27, 2008
Bob (Wilton, NH USA)
I love these speakers. They work well with my Denon AVR 1909 receiver. I will probably upgrade when I move into a bigger place because the receiver can handle more powerful speakers, but for a 16 X 16 room they are wonderful. I don't even have to crank them. about highest I've turned my receiver up has been -20dB, and I pissed off the people downstairs. Make sure you have a high-quality receiver with your speakers. Those who think they sound like they're in a tin box either got a bad speaker or a crappy receiver.

I almost gave it four stars because these are literally the worst mounts I've ever seen. However, people flip out whenever someone gives products less than five stars over trivial details, so I'll save you all from having an aneurysm. To me, five stars should be just about perfect, and the sound is just about perfect. I just wish the flimsy mounts were a little bit better.



5 out of 5 stars All I Can Say Is WOW!   September 27, 2008
T. Nguyen (Houston, TX)
First I just want to thank everyone who has submitted a review. I would never make this purchase without your comments. I owned these speakers for a month now and I could not have been happier with my purchase.[...]These HK speakers fill my 20X20 room with no problems. They look and sound great with my Onkyo TX-SR606 receiver. Transformers on Blu-Ray was incredible. For me to get better home theater sound I would have to spend a lot more money which means I'll be hanging on to these HK speakers for a very long time.


3 out of 5 stars Great Speaker - Lousy Warranty Service   September 22, 2008
J. Higbee (VA)
Purchased HKTS-18 system on July 30. One satellite speaker died on Sept 10. 10 day runaround from Harmon Kardon to get a replacement. Sent me to Amazon who sent me to Harmon Kardon who sent me to some out of state warranty service who sent me back to Harmon Kardon. This is insane.

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