Infinity Beta HCS

[ornassis]

You can find the set here:

http://www.infinityloudspeakers.com.au/beta.html

and here:

http://www.infinitysystems.com/home/...OPE&Country=FI

[codecougar]

I have never been a big fan of these all in one systems. It looks OK. I am not sure if those are the standard Infinity Beta speakers they are using. I don't believe they are. Also, the subwoofer looks huge, but is only 100 watts.

I suppose it would be "ok" for a basic system, but you would probably be better off buying the speakers separately. I would recommend the Beta 20's for the fronts and surrounds, a matched center like the Beta C250 and a decent subwoofer. Price it out and see if this HCS system is that much cheaper.

[ornassis]

I have never been a big fan of these all in one systems. It looks OK. I am not sure if those are the standard Infinity Beta speakers they are using. I don't believe they are. Also, the subwoofer looks huge, but is only 100 watts.

I suppose it would be "ok" for a basic system, but you would probably be better off buying the speakers separately. I would recommend the Beta 20's for the fronts and surrounds, a matched center like the Beta C250 and a decent subwoofer. Price it out and see if this HCS system is that much cheaper.

The satellites are 300 x 156 x 190mm (11-13/16" x 6-1/8" x 7-1/2")
And the sub is 400 x 305 x 429mm (15-3/4" x 12" x 16-7/8")

Other specs:
Satellite
Frequency Range 64 Hz - 40 kHz (±6dB)
Recommended Power Amplifier Range 10 - 100 watts
Sensitivity (2.83V @ 1m) 86dB
Nominal Impedance 8 Ohms
Crossover Frequency 2800Hz, 24dB/octave
Low-Frequency Driver 100mm (4") CMMD™, magnetically shielded
High-Frequency Driver 19mm (3/4") CMMD, magnetically shielded
Dimensions
(H x W x D) 300 x 156 x 190mm (11-13/16" x 6-1/8" x 7-1/2")
Weight 3.6kg (7.9 lb)


Center Channel
Frequency Range 70 Hz - 40 kHz (±6dB)
Recommended Power Amplifier Range 10 - 100 watts
Sensitivity (2.83V @ 1m) 87dB
Nominal Impedance 8 Ohms
Crossover Frequency 2800Hz, 24dB/octave
Low-Frequency Driver Dual 100mm (4") CMMD™, magnetically shielded
High-Frequency Driver 19mm (3/4") CMMD, magnetically shielded
Dimensions
(H x W x D) 156 x 372 x 197mm (6-1/8" x 14-5/8" x 7-3/4")
Weight 5.9kg (13 lb)


Subwoofer
Frequency Range 35Hz - 150Hz (±3dB)
Maximum Amplifier Output 100 watts RMS
Crossover Frequency(ies) 50Hz - 150Hz, 24dB/octave, continuously variable
Driver 200mm (8") CMMD™
Dimensions
(H x W x D) 400 x 305 x 429mm (15-3/4" x 12" x 16-7/8")
Weight 15.3kg (33.7 lb)

I don't think that the sub is so huge. It looks huge compared to the satellites that's for sure.

It's crucial that the speakers are compact. In your opinion (looking at the specs), could this be a decent basic set for movies and music? There's a link to a review below

http://www.homecinemachoice.com/pdfs...90_WHC_038.pdf

[codecougar]

Like I said, it would be "ok" for a basic system, but you would probably be better off buying the speakers separately. The specs on the individual Infinity Beta 20 speakers are better, but they probably cost more.

It looks decent. I think you will be happy with it. Infinity makes quality stuff.