Purchasing a home theater system can be a major decision but it can also greatly improve the way you watch, listen to, and experience your entertainment. Most people do not realize how much of the experience they are missing when they are used to using their old standard equipment. Once they have had a taste of what is possible in their own homes though, they seldom want to go back.
You may remember what a revolution it was when CDs were introduced to the listening public. This system has included the improved technology of SACD, or Super Audio Compact Disks. The unit can hold up to five hours worth of video or music, which is more than enough for most people before they have to return to put in something else. The system can make playing video games or watching movies that much entertaining by adding a new depth to the experience.
I would say that those who are considering a purchase of such a powerful system should check to make sure that everything they want or need is present or can be added later, although I doubt that too much would need to be added on to this package. Some reviewers have mentioned that they were a bit disatisfied with the wire that Sony includes with the package, so you may want to look into what options you have there to upgrade, but I would say that is a relatively minor quibble for such a handsome and powerful unit.
- 1000 watts over 5 channels
- S-AIR multi-room capable ( AIR-SA10 sold separately)
- HDMI upscaling to 720p/1080i of DVD media
- IPod9 dock with music and video playback
- Includes wireless rear speaker system
Product Description
The DAV-HDX589W BRAVIA theater system boasts an integrated 5 DVD/CD changer, 1000 watts of room-filling power, and an included iPod dock. With the included S-AIR rear speakers with rear receiver and amp (WAHT-SA10), you can now hear powerful sound from behind you without running wires. Control a select number of BRAVIA televisions with BRAVIA Sync via the HDMI interface—and it all works through one remote control (included). And for amazing picture quality, the HDMI interface upscales DVD media up to 1080p. In as little as 30 seconds, digital cinema auto calibration automatically adjusts speaker settings depending on their placement.
Sony BRAVIA DAV-HDX589W 5.1-Channel Theater System
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Arrived on time and the sound is wonderfull. The installation is made very easy and I will recommend this product even to my mother inlaw
Rating: 5 / 5
I have had this surround sound setup for 3 weeks now, and it works great! The sound is very smooth and crisp, and it has enough power for the action packed movies when needed. The Wireless rear speakers made setup a lot simpler since you don’t have to hide as many wires. The DVD feature also works very well and holds up to 5 dvd’s… all in all I think this is the best value home theater system on the market. For the price, the sound quality is unmatched. I have owned a $300 Philips surround sound and was extremely disappointed. Sony is the way to go, and the sound will put a smile on your face!
Rating: 5 / 5
Like others have mentioned before, the two areas of irritation with the unit are the length of the speaker wires (too short) and the time it takes to configure the system to take advantage of its potential. Once it is all in place it is absolutely awesome. Movies, TV and video games all take on a new dimension. I have it working with a Bravia LCD TV and there are no issues. I also have a Harmony remote (we call it a “Mom” remote) and it plays well with that too. Overall, I would recommend this to anyone looking for good sound at a reasonable price.
Rating: 4 / 5
This is my second surround home theater system from Sony and I am delighted with the quality of video and audio that I receive from this system. There are several elements that I really like:
> The single tray that holds 5 discs is perfect for me. I can receive 5 hours of audio or movies without having to reload. Best of all is the ability to play Super Audio Compact Disks (SACD). I put on a Ray Charles SACD and it was almost like having him and the backup singers in the same room.
> The 6 speakers (2 front, 2 back, center and woofer) are perfectly matched for full sound without a tinny, empty sound. They are not the old big speakers many of us have and are now using for tables elsewhere but small enough to do the job and do it well. The wireless kit was thought to be just a gimmick at first but when I installed it, I was floored at the superb manner in which it performed. It picked up the signal from the receiver and transmitted the sounds perfectly.
> The receiver played DVDs better than my older one. The on screen picture appeared so much better and I assume that was the up converting to 1080p (an element not resident in the older one) and just better internal electronics.
> The auto-calibration is one of the better features Sony provides. If you have calibrated your system without this little device you went through a pluperfect pain. This device is the cure all for that complex and time consuming job. Just follow the on screen directions and bam, it’s installed and working for the specific environment of the system’s location.
> Installation of any system such as this is going to take time. Don’t schedule anything during about a 3 to 6 hour stint. Unpacking was no big deal. It takes more time to unwind the speaker wires than to unpack the system. The wires have color coded ends to be sure each speaker is matched with the receiver. The wire ends are bare and that is great! My old system had proprietary ends which made installation a minor problem. But with the bare ends you can make modifications that you otherwise would not be able to do. It has been said elsewhere that Sony does not want the user to use a spliced connection but without giving us a reason. My specific setup demanded splicing and I did so. It was and is no big deal. Everything works well.
Some elements did not match with my needs fully and this is the reason for the less than perfect score:
< Why Sony did not include Blu Ray is beyond me especially when it is to Sony's benefit to do so. Perhaps there is a pricing point that I do not get but it would have been nice to have had Blu Ray along with the other components of the receiver.
< Sony's speaker wires are too small even though they work O.K. but with a system such as this one it would not have cost that much more to have included a better gauge wire.
< Including iPod stuff was nice of Sony but personally I could not care less. I don't have one and right now it is not among my most important needs.
< I found the exclusion of BlueTooth technology a thoughtless exclusion. So many devices have that technology and this would have been the perfect place for it. Personally, I would have preferred it to the iPod inclusion.
I have left out a lot of minor details that would not have added significantly to the excellent performance of this system. They are icing for this great piece of cake. Enjoy! We do.
Rating: 4 / 5
This speaker/home theater system is by far the best quality I have heard for this price range. I was considering getting a slightly less expensive system that a friend had, but at the last second decided to go with the sony. It is absolutely incredible. I’m still figuring out a few of the adjustments for dvd’s and discs, but the ipod player is fantastic.
Rating: 5 / 5