JVC- Sophisti DD-3 - HDMI Speaker System With Front Surround And USB Input - DD3

In addition to playback of digital files stored on a computer, the JVC DD-3 also offers USB Host, allowing a wide range of digital devices to be connected directly to the system, including flash audio players, USB drives, digital cameras and card readers. Connect a digital camera through USB Host and the photos can be displayed on the television. Or connect a music player for playback through the Sophisti’s speakers.

The Sophisti’s main unit also includes built-in decoding of Dolby Digital, DTS and Dolby Pro Logic II soundtracks. An HDMI interface ensures that the best possible signal is sent to the connected television. Operation of all functions is convenient and easy using the Sophisti remote control and user-friendly on-screen interface. Total system power is 220 watts.

The DD-3’s speaker system includes a powered subwoofer plus left, right and center channel speakers that employ JVC’s patented Direct Drive technology, which provides an exceptionally wide soundfield so every seat is a good one. Front surround technology provides theater-like surround sound without the need for separate rear speakers and the placement problems they often create. The surround information is provided by the center speaker, which houses two JVC Direct Drive systems, designed using computer simulations and analyses.

The DD-3’s left and right speakers are tabletop designs – sleek black and silver cylinders that stand barely 15 inches tall. They can be used with the included stands, or removed from the stands and wall mounted. The center channel speaker is a similar design, though configured horizontally rather than vertically like the main speakers.