Home Cinema in a Box

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Yes, I know It would be cheaper and better to get seperates, but for various reasons I do need to go down the minimalist route for my home cinema kit.

What I would realy like is an Arcam Solo Movie, but I just can't afford that much money. Casting around the web I have come accross the Harmon Kardon HS 300, which seems to cover most of the bases (except DAB) but I can hardly find any reviews or mention of it in group tests. I'm a little worried by the fact that it never seems to get mentioned (even to say it's terrible) Does anyone know, firstly, how well it performs and secondly, if there is a reason no one ever seems to consider it?

Also bearing in mind the similarities between the Arcam and the Harmon Kardon, is there anything else I could consider ? (I'm pretty sure the uneven L shape of the room will prevent "virtual" 2 speaker set ups from working at all well)

Many thanks, David.

 

[Anonymous]

Sony DAV-IS10 ? Its very small and does most things except DAB. Under £480 if you shop around on-line. HK used to be quite big on the hifi front but haven't heard much about them lately.

 

[Anonymous]

Thanks,

Looks interesting.

Have also found the KEF KIT200, more expensive (still much less than the Arcam) and lacking HDMI, but I'm wondering if it would handle CD stereo music better, I note that there have been some concerns expressed about the Sony's mid-range performance.

Any comments?

Thanks,

David