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Rating 4.8 out of 5 stars with 112 reviews

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Customers regard the sound quality of the 4-1/2" Center-Channel Loudspeaker as exceptional, with many praising its clarity and accuracy. The speaker's size is a recurring concern, with some finding it quite large. While the price is noted favorably by some as affordable, this aspect is less frequently discussed than the audio performance. Overall, the positive feedback on sound quality outweighs the negative comments about the product's dimensions.

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    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Loud and proud

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Proud owner of this awesome center channel. Worth every penny. Brought life to my system! My pioneer SC-61 really pushes out the sound!!

    I would recommend this to a friend
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    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great center channel speaker.

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Replaced Def. Tech. pro cinema 1000 with this CS-8040. Articulates voices and mid-ranges very clearly. Highly recommended.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Worth the money

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    This speaker is well worth the money. It has a lot of highs and lows you don't typically get from a center channel speaker.

    I would recommend this to a friend
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    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    excellent complement

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    This product was bought with speakers, now my family room is equipped with excellent sound to my TV viewing!!!

    I would recommend this to a friend
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    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    NICE SPEAKER

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I ALREADY HAD ONE OF THESE IN ANOTHER SYSTEM SO PURCHASING ANOTHER FOR A SECOND SYSTEM WAS A NOT BRAINER

    I would recommend this to a friend
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    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Nice sound

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Great sound. Speaker is pretty darn big. Crisp clean sound.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great Center Channel

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I originally bought the Pro1000 center channel trying to stay within budget. But then I started reading fellow reviews of this center channel speaker. So I returned the center channel speaker (which was unopened) and purchased this one. I am very pleased with the performance

    I would recommend this to a friend
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    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great center speaker

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Using all DefTec speakers in a 7.2 surround system ( Denon A/V ) . All are great sounding.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
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    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Gives off great sound

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    This sounds great hooked up to my Yamaha receiver. Movies sound crisp and loud. Love it.

    I would recommend this to a friend
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    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great Sounding Speakers

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    This was part of a home theater installion. The center channel speaker sounds great.

    I would recommend this to a friend
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    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    great center speaker

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    excellent quality sound as center speaker when using as surround sound system

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Big sound!

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I upgraded from a Def Tec Pro 1000 center channel speaker. What a drastic change in the way I can now hear dialogue. Voices come through so much more clear and really sound like a real person speaking. Worth the money for this big of an improvement.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Price, Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great center channel speaker for the money

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I've owned this center channel speaker for 10 months. Sounded good out of the box and just got better over time. If your looking for a good speaker without spending a lot of money you won't be disappointed with this one.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
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    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great Sound

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I'm happy I upgraded to this center speaker. Sounds Great

    I would recommend this to a friend
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    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great Center

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Top of the line center from def tech. Sounds amazing.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
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    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Perfect sound

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Sounds great. Voices are crisp and clear. I Love it.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
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    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Deep and responsive

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I am very happy with the sound of this center channel

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
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    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    OMG!

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Alright here's the story. I went to best buy to look at receivers in magnolia. Found a receiver that I wanted and the magnolia sales guy showed me these def techs. I fell in love immediately. The center channel is so crisp and clear. As the volume gets louder everything still sounds great. Needless to say I came back the next day and bought the 8040 center, 8060 towers, and the 8040 surrounds. These speakers are heavy so I know that they are great quality. Hope to have them a lifetime and truly believe I will.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
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    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Solid center channel

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Good sound, but I actually upgraded this to the 8080 Center Channel. Yes, it's another $300+, but well worth the price.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
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    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    loud and clear

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Sounds louder than expected with the bass radiator adds full range of sound placed inside the TV entertainment compartment

    I would recommend this to a friend