Altec Lansing 5100 5.1 Audio Speaker System Manufacturer: Altec Lansing Provided By: Altec Lansing Critic: Mike Boudet Date: 08/24/2003

Power: 73 Watts RMS

Front Speakers: 7 Watts/channel @ 4 ohms 10% THD @ 100 - 22000 Hz 2 Channels Loaded
Rear Speakers: 7 Watts/channel @ 4 ohms @ 10% THD @ 100 - 22000 Hz 2 Channels Loaded
Center Speaker: 22 Watts @ 4 ohms @ 10% THD @ 20 - 22000 Hz Single Channel Loaded
Subwoofer: 23 Watts @ 4 ohms @ 10% THD @ 30 - 85 Hz Single Channel

System Response: 32 Hz - 20 kHz (-10 dB)
S/N Ratio @ 1 KHZ INPUT: > 70 dB

Drivers (per satellite): Two 1" neodymium micro drivers
Dimensions: 2.25" (W) x 2.5" (D) x 7.3" (H)

Center Speaker: Two 1" neodymium micro drivers
Dimensions: 6.4" (W) x 1.9" (D) x 2.6" (H)

Subwoofer Driver: Two 4" long-throw woofers
Dimensions: 6.5" (W) x 13.5" (D) x 12.0" (H)

Requirements

Analog stereo or Multi Channel Sound Card (for surround sound).

Warranty / Other Information

1-year limited warranty from Altec Lansing.

Conclusion

For a solid performer look no further than the Altec Lansing 5100 5.1 Audio Speaker System. The combination of crystal clear sound and room-thumping subs make the 5100 one of the best consumer surround sound systems we've heard. The system is beautifully designed and fairly priced for the level of quality you are buying.

Pros:

Very clear sound
Accurate and powerful low-end frequencies
Beautifully styled
All features easily accessible via remote
Center channel mix switch
Headphone jack

Cons:

A wireless remote would be nice

Quality: 10 out of 10 Features: 10 out of 10 Price: 9 out of 10 Overall: 10 out of 10

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