Product ReviewsPhilips HTS6500 5.1 Channel Home Theater System

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I had looked at several Home Theater Systems both online and at local stores. I was looking for something economical, compact, with clear surround sound. I stumbled upon this unit online and the more I researched the more I was totally impressed. I never buy an electronic product without consulting expert and consumer ratings and reviews. The positive reviews far outweighed the negative comments for this unit. When several reviews favorably compared it to the Bose, I was hooked. The negative comments stressed lack of features and quality in comparison with higher priced units which usually were massive and bulky. I was not interested in being blown away by multiple speakers, woofers, watts, etc. nor did I expect this from the Philips. But what it did provide for the money was, to me, simply astounding. It met my three basic criteria above with aplomb, but it also won me over with its asthetic appeal. When I saw a fantastic low price for a new unit on E-Bay, I was almost ready to make the plunge. But first, I went to a local dealer (Circuit City) to actually see and hear the unit while comparing it with others on display. I was totally convinced that this unit fully met my expectations. After receiving the unit and using it I am convinced I made the right decision in my selection. Finally, I am totally amazed with the quality and features offered for such a modest price. I have also noticed after purchase, that local and online prices for this unit appear to be increasing rather than typically decreasing for similar electronic devices.Read full review...

Like it or hate it!

Sounds good for movies (Rate: 7/10) & Terrible for audio cds!!(Rate: 4/10). Keep in mind this is a 2.1 system so it tries to simulate everything for surround. I have never heard a good 2.1 system yet to compare to a 5.1. It has no controls for treble or bass, only presets for EQ which is my biggest bitch.. argh! Otherwise I really like it alot so far. Best things about it are it plays just about any format and it has USB, DVD , MP3 Direct and AUX sources. HDMI great for keeping it a simple solution for small spaces and the video is great. Mine needed firmware updates out of the box which were really easy to do with good instructions from Philips.com support site. The subwoofer is not powered. Good depending on where you have to place the unit(worked well in my situation) or not so good because it is not to powerful and might help for the lack of audio cd quality. I'm not a fan of Bose systems but still do not think people should try to compare this to Bose technology. Price wise this is a good alternative and worked decent for my applications.Read full review...

Great picture! Fantastic sound! Amazing price!

You cant go wrong for the money. Not everyone lives in a McMansion or can afford a room designed for T.V. viewing. For those of us who cant, or don't have a huge space or just dont want to hassle with wires this is a great system. The movie picture and sound are awesome! You really don't know what you are missing until you get one. The music sound is good, but could be better. overall, I am pleased.Read full review...

Good Quality sound, almost as good as 5.1 surround.

This sound system has excellent sound quality. The "rear speaker" effects are actually a lot better than I thought they would be. Well worth $119 (nothing is every worth the shipping you pay).

Excellent price for a well sounding system.

The over all sound of this system is excellent. I have in my master bedroom. Very pleased with the Phillips surround system. small compact unit dvd picture is excellent

Phillips console

As advertised in perfect condition. Works great as a simple plug in replacement for my old unit that quit working. Very happy with the whole procedure.

Verified purchase:  Yes | Condition: pre-owned | Sold by: i171ic

Outstanding sound quality

their is nothing to say bad about this,outstanding sound quality and loud the best one i ever owned.i had a bose system to and for the fraction of the price this out perform the bose (dollar for dollar) with money left over.so if you rich and want good quality then get a bose but if you want almost the same quality,with way less money than get this one.im a dj so quality sound is what i know.these are about $250-350 new or you can get a good used one on e-bay for around $120.Read full review...

Phillips hts6500

I bought this for a friend who does not have an Ebay account. He is very happy with the unit. He thinks it was a good value.

Verified purchase:  Yes | Condition: pre-owned | Sold by: sizzlindealsllc

I love this unit! Perfect sound for such a small size!

I wanted to give my son my older Sony reciever and Klipsh speakers for their new HDTV they got. A nice and powerful outfit nthat I loved all the time I had it, but I wanted them to have something nice being a new young family and can't afford it themselves. So then I needed to replace it and found this on Ebay and liking the looks I looked into the unit more. The more I read up on it the more I liked what I saw. But now having the unit all hooked up to my system, man am I impressed by the sonowave sound for a relatively small unit!! signed grantterry801 a satisfied customer!!!!!!!!!!!!!Read full review...

Seller praise

We are very happy with our unit and the delivery was sooner than expected. The unit was actually purchased more for the benefit of a noise block from our neighbors.
We live in duplex and wanted to escape the lack of privacy. We installed the unit on our TV and have been very pleased....its only as loud as you want it to be, of course. My husband says he can hear the TV better with this installation. Anyway, if you are hearing too much from your neighbors, you may want to consider this as an inexpensive answer.Read full review...