Tannoy EFX 5.1

Improved centre channel and sub, admirably smooth high end

There are prettier systems available, and ones which are easier to set up

There are arguably better looking systems out there, and many are easier to set up too, but Tannoy has made some admirable judgements to keep the price of this system down to extremely manageable levels. With sound quality to the fore, this makes for...

Better than expected build quality and enough punch to meet my expectations of AV sound ; Sub reaches the depths I expect without being too bulky or ungainly as well ; The package deals acceptably with my musical requirements too

Binding posts although sturdy enough are far too fiddly. Supplied wall brackets are adequate but would be nice if they offered some vertical adjustment (would like to have them angled slightly downwards from their wall mounted positions)