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Rating 4.8 out of 5 stars with 33 reviews

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Customers value the sound quality of the 5-1/4" 3-Way Bookshelf Speakers, frequently praising its clarity and crispness. While the speakers' affordability is also appreciated, some customers noted that the bass response may require a subwoofer for a complete listening experience. The overall impression is one of positive feedback regarding the audio quality, especially considering the price.

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  • Pros mentioned:
    Price, Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Amazing quality packaged with Pioneer receiver

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

    What amazing speakers! I recently purchased a top of the line 4K but upon further review I was disappointed to note that my old receiver would not work optimally with it. I went back to Best Buy to purchase a new receiver and center channel, but while there I found a Pioneer receiver VSX90 packaged with these speakers and discounted by 33%. The receiver was plenty powerful enough and had all the features that i had wanted. What sold me on the package was when we hooked up the Elite speakers. They had to be manually swapped out with $1800 each speakers so that I could listen to them. Comparing the two speakers there was an obvious difference in quality, but not as great as you would imagine. The base on these bookshelf speakers held their own to the more expensive floor standing speakers. The mid-range sounds were the biggest difference with the bookshelf speakers lacking. Overall I was extremely impressed with the price and quality. Once home I hooked up the receivers and speakers and was blown away. Upon doing more research I found excellent reviews for them.

    I would recommend this to a friend
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    Bass

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    great speaker with bass limitations

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

    Speaker was smaller than expected. Not a bad thing in respect to having limited home space. Great overall sound but disappointing bass response. I did not have a connected subwoofer which may have affected this. Bass distorted at low levels especially during dvd movie playback. Maybe due to small stature of speaker cabinet. All in all very satisfied with speaker performance. Grateful for sale price which elicited a more positive review.

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

    Best Speakers Ever

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

    This is best bookshelf speaker you can get for your money. Especially for under $1000 and budget. The sound is clear and crisp. I'm amazed that I can hear instruments and sounds I couldn't hear before with my old speakers. The setup was easy. I didn't buy a subwoofer since I already have one. When I finished the setup and started to play some music I realized that these speakers don't need a subwoofer! If you're in the market for a pair of speakers give these a look, you won't be disappointed.

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

    Simply stunning.

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

    I got these under $500 (open box) and on a whim. They sounded great with my humble Denon AVR 591 5.1, but then I purchased the Atmos enabled Pioneer 1130 and...the stereo sound is simply beyond belief. These speakers are on the forward side...which makes you believe, for instance, that there is a guitar playing right by your ear...lots of "air" arround and a huge room as background. Forward, but never harsh. Bass is well-defined, acceptable in depth (I do not use a sub for music), mid bass is very tuneful. All in all, their highest virtue is that they sound...musical! Absolutely engaging and pleasant. I like them so much that I went and bought the center channel too. It makes a great home theater system...you know that when you cannot tell whether a dog is actually barking in the open air or is the sound comming from a speaker.

    I would recommend this to a friend
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    Bass

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great speakers for Dolby Atmos setup

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

    Sound quality is excellent, somewhat laid back overall. Atmos sounds great, but up the decibel level settings on the Atmos speakers on your AVR to make it work right. Clear and transparent, runs fine with 90w, but open up a bit with more power. The fact that you get 2 Atoms speakers in the same space is a +. In multi channel stereo, running it with the Atmos speakers sounds better than running them without for music specifically. Sounds better than the KEF Q100 by a large margin. In stereo 2.1, sound great. These are bookshelves and need a subwoofer to round out the bottom end. Really need a sub for home theater application.

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

    Absolutely Amazing Dolby Atmos Enabled Speakers

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

    I own the complete Pioneer Elite Dolby Atmos Enabled Speaker/Receiver Package (5.1.4) and these were amazing speakers even before Atmos Content was available but after watching Transformers Age of Extinction Blu-Ray in Dolby Atmos, my mind was blown beyond anything I could have ever imagined. I can't fathom how amazingly well the up-firing reflection of sound actually works. This truly is something you have to hear for yourself to be believed. I highly recommend taking the time to read both Atmos related white pages available on Dolby's website to make sure these are well suited for your viewing space. It is also good to mention that these speakers require double the speaker wiring... one set goes to the normal front firing drivers and another set goes to the top firing Dolby Atmos enabled driver.

    I would recommend this to a friend
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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.

    Great sound and quality, love the design and style.

    I would recommend this to a friend
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    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Nice Speakers, sound great

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

    Space saving reflective dolby Atmos speakers, incredibly nice sounding. Works well and no need for ceiling mounted speakers

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

    awesome ATMOS compatible

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

    In beginning, i just got this 2 speakers for DOLBY ATMOS and used it as front speakers and it is really amazing, later on i replaced with center speaker and totally satisfied. Now i can't resist to get the whole set of Pioneer Elite for DOLBY ATMOS with subwoofer and floorstand speakers also

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

    Great Dolby Atmos speakers for the price.

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

    I upgraded my receiver to the Pioneer Elite with Dolby Atmos. I have 11 yr old Mirage nano speakers that still sound amazing.When I added the Pioneer Dolby Atmos speakers to it it blew me away.The speakers sound amazing together you would never know that they are 11 yrs old.

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

    Good looking Atmos Solution

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

    These speakers will fill the requirements of Dolby Atmos sound without mounting speakers in the ceiling. They meet Dolby's requirements and when they are decoding Atmos, will fire up to bounce sound off your ceiling to create an overhead effect.

    I would recommend this to a friend
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    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Replaced my Bose

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

    I wanted speakers to replace my Bose 201 pair that I have had for decades. I found these and they sounded wonderful. Tried them and love them. Only thing is the speakers have two sets of speakers in each and I can only use the one front pair. Seems I need a special amp and watch a special show or music to take advantage of it. That's fine, I use one pair and they were on sale. Great sound. Minus one star for not being able to use the entire speaker.

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

    Great sound for a bargain price

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

    I bought this after reading reviews of this system (the full 5.1 configuration) in sound and vision magazine. Not disappointed in the least.

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

    Excellent speakers for home theaters

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

    These speakers sound amazing when watching movies with a lot of action.

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

    awesome speakers

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

    I hook these speakers to my pioneer elite SC 97 . the sound is very incredible for small speaker . I got it on sale ; but I still think , they are too expansive .

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

    Best atmos speaker out

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

    Pioneer atmos speakers are the best on the market besides Sound bars...the sound is amazing especially when I hear overhead action scene.

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

    Great bookshelf speakers

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

    I purchased the whole Pioneer Elite Dolby Atmos Speaker set and I am very happy with it.

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

    Nice value for Atmos

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

    Great way to get Dolby Atmos at an entry level price

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Elite

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

    Great speaker that works inside cabinets for optimal acoustics

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

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Great deal

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

    Another great deal from best buy got these on clearance for $300 bucks can't go wrong. If you can find them get them.

    I would recommend this to a friend
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