Surround

These state-of-the-art Surround Speakers use MultiPole technology so they can be switched from dipole (diffuse radiation) to bipole (direct radiation) operation. This makes them the ideal speakers for use with any surround sound system, especially Dolby Digital systems which send distinctly different signals to the right and left surround speakers. The MultiPole switch on the Surround 5.1 alters the directionality of the speaker. Dipole mode sends the mid- and high-frequency output along the side walls, so all the listeners hear a diffused, enveloping sound. Bipole mode concentrates this output toward the listening area, providing central listeners more precise imaging. For all Dolby Pro Logic Recordings and most current Dolby Digital recordings we recommend the dipole mode. For some Dolby Digital recordings such as those with lots of lateral sound positioning crafted into the rear channels, the bipolar mode is a better choice. Features: 10-year limited warranty Wall mountable with supplied key hole slot 8 1/8" x 5 1/4" x 5 1/4" WHAT THE EXPERTS SAY... "You can spend a lot more for surround speakers and still not get as much sound as you do from these units. These surrounds are one of a handful of bipolar/dipolar switchable designs. With the flip of a button, you can optimize them for Dolby Pro Logicor you can switch to bipolar mode, and get the most out of the stereo surround signals from Dolby Digital soundtracks. The choice is yours, but either way, youll be satisfied with these Surround 5.1s." Home Theater Buyers Guide Customer reviews, compliments of Audio Review.com (www.audioreview.com): "If you want a high quality surround that gives you the feel of a home movie theater then you should certainly purchase these speakers." "...they deliver a sonic knockout on DD and DTS recordings." "They do their job admirably, pumping out great surround effects from my DVD's."