Zvox puts TV speaker in a box; two 32-inch LCDs reviewed

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	What's hot this week David Katzmaier CNET.com Zvox speaker supports your TV Traditional sound bar design has always been somewhat problematic, as an HDTV's stand is often too short or too wide to comfortably accommodate the bar, and even if it fits it still adds clutter to your media area. The Zvox Z-Base 575 tackles both of these deficiencies in a clever way: the speaker is shaped like a large black box that acts as a second pedestal for your HDTV. But how does it sound? Read the full review  The less-expensive Zvox 525 reviewed, too  Zvox's sound quality explained: Size matters  Best virtual surround HTIBs Zvox Z-Base 575 Popular HDTV reviews Samsung UN55B8500  Check prices Panasonic TC-P50V10  Check prices Vizio VF551XVT  Check prices Panasonic TC-P50G10  Check prices Samsung PN50B650  Check prices Latest reviews Vizio VO320E The hallmark of Vizio's VO320E isn't "Eco," as the name implies--it's decent picture quality for a rock-bottom price. Read more  Check prices Toshiba AV502U series While no style maven or template for reference color, the Toshiba AV502U series can do black levels better than most inexpensive LCDs. Read more  Check prices B&W Zeppelin Mini Speakers for iPod While the B&W Zeppelin Mini's sound didn't blow us away, this stylish, compact iPod/iPhone speaker is appealing for its size, swiveling dock, and decent performance. Read more  Check prices Boston Acoustics Duo-i plus The Boston Acoustics Duo-i Plus is a great-sounding AM/FM/iPod clock radio with plenty of customization and connectivity options. Read more  Check prices Crave HDTV scorecard: (Almost) all major network shows are now in high-def John P. Falcone When HDTVs first appeared for sale in the late 1990s, they were a doubly bad deal. In addition to being prohibitively expensive, there was also very little high-def programming one could actually watch. What a difference a decade makes. As we approach 2010, high-def is nearly ubiquitous, at least as far as national networks are concerned. Read more The Audiophiliac Perfect8 shatters wallet with $566,000 glass-speaker system Posted by Steve Guttenberg Getting crystal clear sound never comes cheap, but Perfect8 Technologies' ultimate Perfect8 5.1 system shatters the price ceiling for glass-speaker systems.  Read more  More audiophilia 1. Stereophile 2010 Buyer's Guide: A hi-fi shopper's resource 2. Zvox's biggest, best-sounding TV speaker 3. Unique technology speakers, made in Brooklyn 4. NYC high-end audio store parties like it's 1999 5. Audioengine P4: The little $249 speaker that could 6. Wanted: A basic home theater receiver? 7. When the Rolling Stones were the world's greatest band 8. Three of the year's best full-size headphones 9. JH Audio in-ear headphones: Worth $1,099? 10. Buying a home theater system? Read this book More CNET home theater resources  Best HDTVs overall  High-performance HDTVs  CNET's HDTV World  Best plasma HDTVs  Best HDTV values  Blu-ray guide  Best LCD HDTVs  Football-friendly HDTVs  HDTV resolution explained  Best cheap LCD HDTVs  Sub-$250 Blu-ray players  Plasma vs. LCD vs. RPTV  Best home video products  Netflix-enabled video players  1080p vs. 720p: The final word  Best home audio gear  Best universal remotes  CES 2009: Full coverage Featured Listings   Logitech Illuminated Keyboard This keyboard features adjustable backlit keys that allow you to easily see your keyboard even in...   buy now Only $75.99    Merchant Rating ★★★★☆   Canon PowerShot G11 10MP with New 10-megapixel High Sensitivity System; DIGIC 4 Image Processor Bright 2.8-inch Vari-Angle Pure...   buy now Only $499.95    Merchant Rating ★★★★☆   SVAT CV-65 Color Outdoor Night The CV65 camera is ideal for monitoring yourchildren, your home, your retail outlet and more. The...   buy now Only $98.50    Merchant Rating ★★★★★
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