LG HLX56S

Expert review by: (homecinemachoice.com)

LG HLX- 56S review

The HLX-56S is an all-in-one home cinema system cast in the shape of a soundbar. With integrated Blu-ray player, digital amplifier, net portal and media streamer, it's pretty much all you need for instant AV gratification.

Convenient all-in-one design; wireless subwoofer; gutsy audio; plenty of features

More wide stereo than surround sound; slow-loading BD deck

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Expert review by: Danny Phillips (trustedreviews.com)

LG HLX56S

LG's HLX56S packs a 3D Blu-ray player and 4.1 sound system into a single soundbar, and throws in a wireless sub for good measure

Generous feature list ; Amazing design ; Improved internet portal

Treble-heavy sound that can grate at high volumes ; Sluggish DLNA operation ; Can't be wall-mounted

As a way of ticking lots of home entertainment boxes but avoiding the usual clutter, the HLX56S is a fantastic proposition. The feature list is extremely generous, taking in all of the latest cutting-edge tricks like 3D, DLNA and internet streaming,...

Aug, 2011

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Expert review by: (whathifi.com)

LG HLX56S

It does everything well, but you can buy better sound for the cash

Built-in 3D BD player; extra HDMI inputs; great sound and pictures

Deep chassis prohibits positioning; sub could be better integrated

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Expert review by: Steve May (reghardware.co.uk)

LG HLX56S net savvy 3D Blu-ray soundbar combo

Review LG's HLX56S is an audacious all-in-one home cinema system, cast in the guise of a mild-mannered soundbar. With integrated 3D Blu-ray player, copious amplification and IPTV portal, it's got everything you need for the upmarket man-cave, in a...

All-in-one cinema systems inevitably involve a degree of compromise, but this well-executed twin set offers fewer than you might imagine. Partner with a larg-ish flatscreen, for a thoroughly acceptable home cinema experience. ®

Feb, 2012