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from Cincinnati, OH
I had read all the negative reviews of this product and decided to find out for myself if it was as bad as some had said.
I am running my wireless router and wireless surround sound in the same room and both work fine at the same time; the router being used is a Westell 327W.
Next, the speakers do occasionally pop, but it sounds like someone is popping their gum in another room. It doesn't happen constantly nor is it very loud. I mostly hear it when the speakers are on and the tv isn't. When the room is quiet it is easy to hear.
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from Margate, FL
This is a must buy if you do not want speaker wires running through your ceiling, along your walls, or under your carpet. The sound quality is just as good as it is with wired speakers. It's easy to set up and easy to sync. I have my base connected to my amplifier in the middle of my room and the receiver for the rear speakers on the floor beside my couch not in direct line of the base. The system has no problems compensating for slight obstructions. This product is HIGHLY recommended.
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from Los Angeles, CA
For convenience and reliability, this kit can't be beat.
Setting the unit up was extremely easy and didn't require any special tools or skills. It worked immediately, right out of the box, the first time I powered it up. The sound quality is excellent and any issues with delay should be easy to compensate for on a decent sound system.
I've also relocated my sound system several times in the last year and the reduced hassle alone (no running and pulling and rerunning wiring each time) makes this unit worth it. Since all it requires it normal power, I also don't have to hassle with keeping spare batteries around or charging rechargables every week or so.
Anyone who is claiming problems with their wireless network should be able to change to a different channel and eliminate any interference. As a computer tech who telecommutes frequently I use a wireless network and have a number of wireless devices that I use on a regular basis, and I haven't had a single problem with any of them interfering with or receiving interference from the kit.
There are a number of reviews that report problems with the unit causing interference but it's clear theat most didn't bother to do any troubleshooting, they just bailed at the first sign of difficulty. Just a little initiative and a few minutes of work would likely have resolved most problems.
Overall this is one of the the best consumer-level solutions for wireless speakers that I have seen and I have recommended it to several people, all of whom have been completely satisfied with it as well. It's worth the money.
What's great about it: Easy set up, eliminates room-spanning wires or complicated ceiling/floor wiring jobs
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from Fullerton, CA
If you are looking for a way to set up your 7.1 speaker system without having to run speaker wires to the back of your couch, then this little gadget is for you. It uses wireless technology to beam the information for sound to the receiver which can then be wired to the rear speakers. I used two of them to get the sound for the rear speakers and the rear surround speakers for my Onkyo HTIB. I used a THX optimizer to fine tune the sound of each speaker and now all we can say is WOW! This is a great product and a must for anyone who wants to avoid pricey alternatives like custom installation. Oh and by the way, the sound is GREAT from the rear speakers!!!
What's great about it: Easy set up! works well with any Home Theater in a Box! Excellent pricing
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from Reno, NV
not having wires leading to the rear of the room, and having infrared technology to drive the rear speakers, I am satisfied for the most part with this speaker system. There is a distinct hum if you power up the speakers prior to powering up the main stereo receiver/amplifier. You must turn on your stereo before powering up the rear remote speakers. Easy to install and follow directions.
What's great about it: despite the obvious technology where delays are possible, it has very good surroundsound reproduction
What's not so great: slight distortion or delay and hum from receiver
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from Orlando, FL
I bought this to make my living room a 7.1 surround sound and let me tell you it works great. If you looking to hook up your back speakers without running the speaker wire all through the livingroom, this will do the job. There is no interference whatsover and it has long range. It took like ten minutes to set up. I recommend it to anyone that needs a wireless rear kit.
What's great about it: Range, sound quality, easy to set up!!!
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from California
Great wireless sounds for the price. I would like a remote to turn the system on and off, but the "on" and "off" buttons are easy to use. Very easy to set up. I really like the small transmitter box.
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from Sacramento
5 minute setup and viola! Rear speakers on my home theater with MINIMAL WIRES! Worked perfect right out of the box. I have vaulted ceilings with minimal accessability so didn't want to spend the money to pull wires. 2 salesmen and reviews both here and links through the Rocketfish website said it would work great. Best of all, I can transfer it this spring/summer to my patio for stereo music/TV while entertaining. Great product for the price.
What's great about it: Super easy to set up and affordable
What's not so great: Could have more powerful amplifier.