Product Review

Introducing an affordable speaker set that will bring a deeper dimension to your movies, games, and music. Comprising a powered subwoofer, two-way front and center speakers, and full-range satellites-all gloss-finished-the SKS-HT690 delivers lifelike surround sound with finesse. Here, style is backed by serious substance. Subtle front-on curves are complemented by a rounded rear section that counteracts unwanted standing waves. Cradle one of these speakers in your palm and you'll feel a reassuring heft. Reason? It's Onkyo's newly developed high-density resin, which provides superb rigidity and resistance to vibration. The down-firing subwoofer, meanwhile, employs a 10 (25 cm) cone to deliver a tight and balanced low-end.