Are you looking for a great home stereo system but are confused by the number of options available? Want to know the pros and cons of popular music centers? If you answered one or both questions in the affirmative, then you have come to the address. In today's review, we’ll show you how to choose a home audio system based on sound quality and price.
The rating of music centers in 2019 is based on a selection of experts from specialized Internet portals, such as What Hi-Fi, 429records, as well as reviews from Yandex.Market users.
10. Denon D-M41 black
The average price is 27 990 rubles
Specifications:
- minisystem
- power 2 × 30 W
- CD play
- FM radio
- MP3 support
- connection: bluetooth
- audio line in
- headphone connection
The award-winning successor to the D-M40 comes with a pair of SC-M41 speakers that are rated at 30 watts each. They are equipped with high-quality low-frequency and high-frequency speakers, providing a natural, smooth and powerful sound, which is ideal for small and medium-sized rooms.
The discrete analog amplifier circuitry implemented in the Denon D-M41 provides greater clarity of sound, reducing the signal path. And triple noise reduction keeps the signal clean and eliminates distortion from three noise sources.
pros: You can manually turn off the Bluetooth function, two digital inputs, which allows you to transfer your favorite tunes via Bluetooth and connect a TV, set-top box or other sources for unsurpassed sound quality.
Minuses: many buttons on the remote control, which are easy to get confused at first, there is no possibility of connecting to the Internet
9. Panasonic SC-UX100EE-K
The average price is 8 990 rubles
Specifications:
- microsystem
- CD play
- FM radio
- MP3 support
- USB playback
- connection: bluetooth
- audio line in
One of the best music centers up to 10,000 rubles provides power up to 300 watts (RMS). This should be more than enough to please (or stun) any party member.
The speakers are equipped with a 13 cm woofer and a 5 cm tweeter.
Due to sufficient power and large dynamics, this system is ahead of most competitors in quality and price.
pros: Equalizer has predefined settings to match certain genres of music, stylish design.
Minuses: short wires (about 120 cm).
8. Sony SHAKE-X10D
The average price is 25 985 rubles
Specifications:
- minisystem
- DVD play
- FM radio
- MP3 support
- USB playback
- connection: HDMI, Bluetooth
- audio line in
- karaoke function
The most powerful music center in our ranking provides many great features and great sound thanks to its 1200 watts (RMS).
This is one of the models created using the Sound Pressure Horn horn technology, which creates acoustic pressure, providing stronger and richer bass. If you're a fan of heavy music, you'll love the sound of the Sony SHAKE-X10D.
pros: clear, beautiful, rich sound, 7-band equalizers, catches radio well, Japanese build quality.
Minuses: There is no audio cable and microphone in the kit, no support for the FLAC and APE formats.
7. Philips FX10
The average price is 9,990 rubles.
Specifications:
- minisystem
- power 2 × 115 W
- CD play
- MP3 support
- connection: bluetooth
- audio line in
This is a high-quality home music system that has all the features necessary for great sound. It is equipped with a CD player that is compatible with CD-mp3 files and CD-R / RW formats. And the presence of Bluetooth allows you to play music from any smart device.
The dual amplifier reduces crosstalk between the woofer and tweeter. As a result, the sound played by the Philips FX10 sounds crisp and clear.
You can increase the volume when necessary, while the sound remains unchanged at all volume levels.
pros: excellent bass, compact size, there is a clock and a timer.
Minuses: no headphone jack.
6. LG RK1
The average price is 6,030 rubles
Specifications:
- minisystem
- acoustics 2.1
- total power 50 W
- without optical drive
- FM radio
- MP3 support
- USB playback
- connection: bluetooth
- audio line in
- card reader
In our ranking of musical centers for sound quality in 2019, there are more powerful systems, but only LG RK1 has such a slender vertical case.
Amateur audiophiles agree: this music center delivers amazing sound at an amazing price. Although it may not correspond to the more expensive “brothers” in terms of rich functionality, it is one of the best budget models on the market.
The LG RK1 has useful features such as Bluetooth and 5 equalizer presets. This stylish, compact device will become a true decoration of your room.
pros: There is a timer, a clock and a card reader.
Minuses: total output power of only 50 watts.
5. Onkyo CS-265 Black
The average price is 18 131 rubles
Specifications:
- minisystem
- power 2 × 20 W
- CD play
- FM radio
- MP3 support
- USB playback
- connection: bluetooth
- iPod support
- audio line in
- headphone connection
This music center is compact in size, but capable of delivering a total of 40 watts, so it should be loud enough for everyday use.
It has a dual-mode super bass function, which allows the user to improve the low-frequency response, if necessary, to best match the location of the device.
Onkyo CS-265 also has treble and bass controls, and bass presets that let you adjust the equalizer settings to suit your personal preferences.
pros: fast loading of CDs, there is support for NFC.
Minuses: Radio stations can only be changed using the remote control, and spare remote controls are not sold separately.
4. YAMAHA ISX-80
The average price is 19 990 rubles
Specifications:
- microsystem
- power 2 × 15 W
- without optical drive
- FM radio
- Connection: Wi-Fi, Bluetooth
- audio line in
Of course, the rating of music centers cannot do without mentioning the products of one of the pioneers in the field of creating audio and video equipment.
Model ISX-80 has an unusual futuristic design, which makes it an organic complement to any interior, and allows you to place it even on the wall.
It is equipped with 2 two-way speakers, supports wireless music playback via Bluetooth and listening to Internet and FM radio. And using the MusicCast application, you can control the music center from your smartphone or tablet, from anywhere in the house
pros: There is support for DLNA and AirPlay, in a small room this music center sounds amazing.
Minuses: remembers only 6 FM radio stations, uncomfortable remote control (but it is not particularly needed), not too powerful bass.
3. Sony CMT-SBT100
The average price is 14 790 rubles
Specifications:
- microsystem
- power 2 × 25 W
- CD play
- AM, FM radio
- MP3 support
- USB playback
- connection: bluetooth
- audio line in
The purebred Japanese delivers 50 watts (RMS) of power using the exclusive Sony S-Master amplifier, which controls two two-way speakers. Full AM / FM radio support, and USB and Bluetooth streaming are also available. All this makes up a truly versatile home audio system.
The sound quality that you get from Sony CMT-SBT100 is very stable in many music genres: clear high frequencies, pronounced middle and good low-frequency sound.
The USB port has a charging function, so you can use it to charge your iPad or any mobile device. And the NFC connection works well and remembers the last connected mobile device.
pros: the system uses convenient and intuitive bass and treble controls that help fine tune the equalizer settings, there is a 3.5 mm audio input, and a convenient remote control.
Minuses: only one AUX input, combined antenna plug for AM and FM bands, CD listening “swings”: at first its sound seems mediocre to users, but over time it gets better.
2. LG XBOOM FH2
The average price is 12,990 rubles.
Specifications:
- minisystem
- without optical drive
- FM radio
- MP3 support
- USB playback
- connection: bluetooth
- audio line in
- karaoke function
If you are considering what kind of music center to choose, so that both home and guests together say: “Wow!”, Then this is an ideal candidate. This is not just a music center, it is essentially a brutal 10-pound speaker that you can take with you wherever you go.
XBOOM FH2 is equipped with a battery that lasts up to 15 hours on a single charge, a telescopic handle and wheels for easy carrying.
The sound of this model is very detailed and clear. Treble sounds bright, without sharpness, and the bass is juicy and resilient.
pros: There is an FM radio with 10 radio stations in memory, a stylish appearance, supports music playback from external USB devices and via Bluetooth.
Minuses: You cannot change the preset equalizer modes; at maximum volume, the basses wheeze slightly.
1. BBK AMS115BT
The average price is 6 510 rubles
Specifications:
- minisystem
- without optical drive
- FM radio, VHF
- MP3 support
- USB playback
- connection: bluetooth
- audio line in
- karaoke function
It is amazing how a device with small 10-cm speakers can produce such a clean, high-quality sound at all frequencies. But the fact remains that in terms of sound quality this model bypasses most competitors from the price range up to 10 thousand rubles.
So if in doubt, which music center is better to buy for home and garden, and the budget is limited, take BBK AMS115BT - you will not be mistaken.
This music center has the ability to manually adjust the five-band equalizer, and a useful feature that is absent in more expensive music centers is the presence of the VHF band. That is, at any time you can listen to your favorite radio broadcasting in this range.
pros: original and beautiful design, optimum ratio of quality and price.
Minuses: no remote control, volume control knobs and settings too small.
