Yamaha YSP 3000

Résumé : yamaha ysp-3000 review: If you can look past its limited video capabilities, the Yamaha YSP-3000 is an otherwise recommendable single-speaker solution for home theater buyers who don't want a traditional 5.1 channel surround system.

Points forts : All-in-one home theatre kit, Eliminates the need for an A/V receiver, 1080p HDMI switching, FM radio, Auto setup with the supplied microphone

Points faibles : Skimpy connectivity, No onscreen setup menu via HDMI, Lacks the dynamic oomph of an equivalently priced 5.1 channel system, Lacks finesse on two channel music

Conclusion : If you can look past its limited video capabilities, the Yamaha YSP-3000 is an otherwise recommendable single-speaker solution for home theater buyers who don't want a traditional 5.1 channel surround system.

Résumé : This Yamaha soundbar offers a neat all-in-one package that delivers competent sound, but lacks A/V receiver-like video connectivity.

Points forts : All-in-one kit featuring built-in speakers, digital amplifiers and proprietary surround processing ; eliminates the need for an A/V receiver ; 1080p HDMI switching ; FM radio and XM radio capability ; auto setup with the supplied microphone

Points faibles : No onscreen setup menu via HDMI ; lacks the dynamic oomph of an equivalently priced 5.1 channel system ; lacks finesse on two channel music ; you'll probably have to add a subwoofer

Conclusion :  If you can look past its limited video capabilities, the Yamaha YSP-3000 is an otherwise recommendable single-speaker solution for home theater buyers who don't want a traditional 5.1 channel surround system.