I have read some of the negative reviews on this site before i purchased this item and would just like to say that all of the issues people had with this system are NOT inherent to the product, but are the result of incorrect or incomplete wiring or setup, or possibly defective components

My living situation does not merit running wires and setting ups speakers (think rental space with limited room here)

But if you don't like running wires and want a minimalist system with superb sound then I strongly recommend the Bose Cinemate GS II; or if budget minded, or can't discern the audio difference, then the Bose Cinemate II is a solid 2nd choice.

If you have an entertainment center to hide everything, the wires will be no problem for you

If you stay in an apartment and don't like wires running all around the place, this is the best home theater system that is available in the market

This is stereo sound, up front with great bass and clear mid range and high frequency, but without the depth of a surround sound system (and without the messy wires running along the floor).Read more

My complaints are that there are too many very bulky wires, the base has to sit below they TV and is not Bluetooth.