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Sony hides audio system within stylish RHT-G HDTV stands

by Darren Murph posted Mar 19th 2009 at 11:18AM


If Onei Solutions' speaker-infused TV stand was a bit too extravagant for your den, why not consider Sony's completely classy alternatives? The new RHT-G series follows up on last year's model by including three new HDTV stands that include multi-channel audio systems. The RHT-G950 is designed to hold sets from 40- to 46-inches, while the RHT-G1550 handles big screens in the 46- to 55-inch range and the RHT-G550 holds those 32- to 40-inch models. The G950 and G1550 each host a 5.1-channel array of speakers with 470- and 550-watts of power, respectively; the smaller G550 does 3.1 with 330-watts. There's also a dozen selectable sound modes, a trio of HDMI inputs, BRAVIA Sync support and a Digital Media Port for connecting one's Walkman, PC, phone or iPod. There's no mention of pricing just yet, but these should hit shelves in the May to July time frame.

[Via Engadget Spanish]

Gallery: Sony hides audio system within stylish RHT-G HDTV stand

Onei Solutions TV stand cuts down on clutter, power

by Donald Melanson posted Mar 9th 2009 at 4:01PM


TV stands with built-in speakers aren't exactly as uncommon as you may think, but this new rig from Onei Solutions (apparently built by S&C Group) is certainly a bit more stylish than most, even it may not completely be a substitute for a standalone system. While it's not clear exactly what sort of system is packed inside, you will apparently get 15W of power from each speaker, along with a reasonable number of inputs and outputs (including two HDMI and two Toslink), a built-in VFD screen, removable speaker covers and, of course, a full-function remote control (the stand itself will accommodate TVs up to 50 inches). Unfortunately, it doesn't look like this one's available 'round these parts just yet, but folks in the UK can apparently pick one up now for £385.98, or about $530.

[Via Chip Chick]

Vicente Wolf easel HDTV stand provides artsy alternative to wall mounting

by Darren Murph posted Oct 15th 2008 at 7:11PM


Too frightened to hang it on a wall, huh? How's about one of those rickety stands from Best Buy? If neither of those options sound very good, have a look at this unique stand from designer Vicente Wolf. The easel HDTV stand really exemplifies the whole "HDTV as a piece of art" mantra, and coupled with GalleryPlayer, you'd really have an easy time hosting the local arts and crafts club. To be frank, we're not so sure the unit you see above is exactly for sale, but even the greenest of DIYers should be able to concoct one of their own.

[Via DVICE]

Did you cheap out on a TV stand? It probably just got recalled.

by Darren Murph posted Sep 24th 2008 at 3:08PM


Let's be honest -- after sinking a few large on a new HDTV, a few hundies on some overpriced cables and even more on HD programming, you weren't about to cough up another month's paycheck for a decent TV stand. For the 48,600 customers out there who purchased one of four different King Pao Enterprise TV Stands (likely sold and distributed by Studio RTA), you now have a product known for tipping over and ruining lives. The E Series, Fierro, Madison DLP and Madison 3000 -- all of which were sold at Best Buy and other big box retailers from May 2004 to August 2008 -- have been deemed unstable and unfit for use in your living room, and it's suggested that you cautiously remove your set and wait for a "repair kit" before it does the removing for you. Godspeed.

Panasonic brings two more choices to the theater rack market

by Steven Kim posted Aug 29th 2008 at 8:10PM

Panasonic SC-HTR510K theater rack
Panasonic's new SC-HTR510-K (pictured) and SC-HTR10-K are a pieces of gear that, for lack of a better term, is called the theater rack -- that union of furniture, electronics and speakers that in an audio-only time would have been called a console system. We'd much prefer a HTIB (especially one of the Japan-only models) to these electrified pieces of furniture, but they are probably only meant for space-constrained Japanese market. The larger ¥200,000 ($1,800) SC-HTR510-K is a 3.1-channel system with 3x65-Watts of power and a 90-Watt subwoofer, while the ¥50,000 ($450) 2.1-channel SC-HTR10-K makes do with 2x25-Watts in the front and a 30-Watt sub. Simplicity is obviously the drive with these, so Viera Link shows up along with AAC, Dolby Digital and DTS decoding.

Sony BRAVIA RHT G500 Home Theater TV Stand

by Richard Lawler posted Aug 6th 2008 at 2:21PM


Need a home theater upgrade from your TV's audio but don't feel the need to have any of those messy things like speakers laying around? Sony's announced its own HTIB / TV stand, the RHT-G500, a 3.1 channel sound system with three HDMI 1.3 inputs, BRAVIA Sync connectivity and a Digital Media Port for additional access to iPods, WiFi etc. With S-Force PRO Front surround technology (apparently they're not bothering to fake 5.1 without rear channels anymore) Sony Europe didn't see the need to include any further specs or pricing info, though it should fit and BRAVIA LCD from 32 - 40-inches with no problem, unless you consider the lingering feeling you probably would have been better off with a midrange HTIB system a "problem".

[Via Slash Gear]

Panasonic puts speakers in TV stand, calls it SC-HTR110

by Steven Kim posted Mar 25th 2008 at 10:16AM

Panasonic SC-HTR110 rack theaterHaving come to the land of HD from the audio world, it's ironic to see the return of essentially "console" systems that put speakers, amps and processing in a TV stand. But hey, fashion moves in cycles, right? Seriously, we'd recommend a HTIB system before one of these, but if you are really space- or fashion-constrained, or simply can't be bothered to think about both audio equipment and display furniture, then Panasonic's new SC-HTR110 might interest you. They've come up with a clever name, "rack theater," which will compliment your (naturally) Viera TV with basic surround decoding (including Dolby Virtual Speaker tech for surround-ish sound), amplification and four drivers spread across L/R channels. All of that, built into the TV stand! Up for grabs next month in Japan (where it makes more sense); let's hope this is one trend that doesn't catch on Stateside.

Sharp's 300 Watt TV stand

by Steven Kim posted Oct 20th 2007 at 7:07PM

Sharp's ANPR1000H
Sharp's new ANPR1000H is two, two products in one: TV stand and 2.1 "surround" sound system. There's also an FM tuner thrown in to complete the package. As you can see, you get L-R channels and two "sub"woofers. Oh yeah, and a place for your TV and assorted players. It's not the monster that Evesham has, but the receiver section of this console features 4x75W, Dolby's Audistry processing (for all manner of sound enhancement), and decoding for DTS, Dolby Digital, and Pro Logic II. We'd rather put the money into a receiver and speakers, but this is probably the sort of setup that was in mind for some other recommendations. No word on US availability, it's currently in Australia for AU$1099 (roughly US$980).

Sauder Woodworking recalls over 400k TV stands

by Erik Hanson posted Jul 26th 2007 at 8:24PM


The Consumer Product and Safety Commission has just issued a voluntary recall on two models of Sauder Woodworking television stands that have caused 43 reports of injury. Some 414,000 of the stands, sold at Wal-marts nationwide from January 2005 until May of this year, can collapse if the legs on the lower shelf aren't assembled properly. Consumers should stop using the stand if it begins to move "side-to-side," although we'd probably recommend grabbing a pair of pliers and throwing a little elbow grease into those bolts, just to make sure.

Stand out with Evesham's speakerful TV stand

by Erik Hanson posted Feb 15th 2007 at 4:41AM

Evesham's Sound Stage X1 TV stand with speakersWhy settle for the measly two speakers built into that LED 120hz LCD when you can grab the new Evesham TV stand with nine? The Sound Stage X1 jump starts your surround sound with a subwoofer, two center-channel speakers, four front speakers, and finishes off with two more for the rear surrounds. The speaker orientation uses the acoustic properties of the room to bounce sound off of the rear and side walls, so it works best in a square-shaped room, but it should be a good alternative to stringing wires under the carpet or through the attic. The stand will match many of the new piano-black reflective finishes in today's flat-panel screens, and retails for £300. Now if we could just get them to do something about the TV stand with built-in drink holders...

ALU Media Wall makes wires disappear easily

by Richard Lawler posted May 24th 2006 at 2:13PM

If what you really want is a neat cable-less living room, a flat-screen seeming to be suspended on its own and don't want to tear into your walls to connect everything, ALU may have the television stand for you. It's a fake wall plus shelves for your equipment, that will support up to a 47-inch 185-pound flat-panel TV on its aluminum frame. We haven't seen this show up in the HD Beat flickr group yet, anyone willing to lay down $1,398 for the privilege?

[Via QJ.net]

Onkyo TV stand with center and front speakers built in

by Matt Burns posted Jan 20th 2006 at 5:02PM


onkyoWant better audio but just cannot stand to put speakers next to your beautiful flat panel? Onkyo has a stand for you that includes the center and front speakers right in the stand. This is the second generation of this product and Onkyo is a quality audio company so you can be sure this stand is worth almost $700.

The Asian market gets this stand first and since it looks a heck of a lot better then the one in our market, lets hope we get this one soon.




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