Compare Yamaha NS-C444 2-Way Center Channel Speaker

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Yamaha NS-C444 2-Way Center Channel Speaker Product Description:

• 5-inch PDM cone woofers and 1-inch aluminum dome tweeter
• Waveguide horns reduce reflected sound while directing more sound waves to your ears
• 100 watts nominal power; 250 watts music power
• Monster Cable internal wiring ensures clean, clear signal
• Measures 20-1/4 by 7-1/2 by 8-3/8 inches (width by height by depth)

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Yamaha NS C444 - Center channel speaker - 100 Watt - 2-way

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59 of 61 people found the following review helpful.
Better than most, and a good price
By D. B. Spalding
Most good to excellent CTR channel speakers will cost you more. $250 - 300 for the highest rated (CR) is not unusual. I bought a Cambridge Soundworks MC150, under a sales misimpression that it was a "center" channel speaker. No. So off I went to see if this was still on a shelf as an open box special. Glad it was. I tested it in the speaker listening room, and it did MASTER AND COMMANDER justice. For comparison, I tried out some music selections with Bose 161s (where are superb SL and SR surround speakers), and they had clear precise highs, and sufficient bass for most center channel needs. Then the sales guy and I hooked up the NS-C444 to one of the channels, and played the same selections. The Yamaha compared favorably.Now you might be thinking, hey, it's only a center channel, what's it got to do other than just dialog and left-to-right transition. Not that simple, friend. The center channel is one speaker in your home theatre that is ALWAYS doing something, always providing sound. You want a capable one. You also want one with excellent dynamic response and clarity. Case in point: The scene when CAPT Ramius addresses his crew after submerging in THE HUNT FOR RED OCTOBER. You hear Connery's voice in the foreground, then over the 1MC intercom circuit, then booming across the sub's bridge. Another example: Obi-wan talking to Dex in Star Wars Episode II. If the center channel is inferior, he and Dex sound like they're chatting inside a box. If the center speaker is up to the standard of your left and right speakers, they sound full and rich and "present" (right there in your living room). Another point to ponder: if you watch old, monaural pictures with some stereo DSP, a lot of the soundtrack will come from your center speaker. A quick test for scenes like this: switch your receiver to "2 channel stereo" (or a mode that mixes down Dolby/DTS 5.1 to the LF and RF speakers), then switch to 5.1 decoding. Do the voices sound the same?Pick a good center channel and your home theatre will benefit immensely. I think this one is excellent. Consumer Reports lists a couple of other good bets that you can find for < $200. Happy hunting....

14 of 15 people found the following review helpful.
Very good sounding and extremely good priced center speaker
By Brian Vu
I purchased this center speaker for my bedroom system from J&R throughAmazon for only $89 with free shipping. At this price, it is definitelythe best sounding center speaker for the money.I have a higher end system in my family room. I am a little spoiled withthis system since my center of this system is a $1000 Definitive CLR3000.I have to say I was pleasantly surprised when I first hooked it up andturned on the music. First, the material grade of the speaker is firstgrade. I was very surprised at this price point Yamaha can make this speaker of this build and finish. Then I put on on some instrumental music. The sound clarity is superb, and is almost as good as my Definitive CLR3000. The mid is warm. For movies, it produces very cleardialog. For one tenth of the money I spent on the CLR3000, I'd say it is worth much more and probably ranked among the best in the up-to-$300 price range.I almost bought the Polk Csi3 since I was able to listen to one. I was not completely happy with it because its high is not too clear. I bought the NS-C444 based on reviews, and I am glad I did because it is definitely a better speaker both in build and sound quality.

9 of 10 people found the following review helpful.
Outstanding Center Channel Speaker--Outstanding Price!!
By J. Warren
Great speaker. Previous reviewer gave speaker bad review because of dimensions. This has nothing to do with QUALITY.

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Where to Buy Yamaha NS-777 3-Way Bass Reflex Tower Speaker (Each)

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Yamaha NS-777 3-Way Bass Reflex Tower Speaker (Each) Product Description:

• 8-inch PMD cone woofers, 5-inch midrange cone driver, and 1-inch aluminum dome tweeter
• Waveguide horns reduce reflected sound while directing more sound waves to your ears
• 100 watts nominal power; 250 watts music power
• Monster Cable internal wiring ensures clean, clear signal
• Measures 10-7/8 by 43-5/16 by 15-3/8 inches (width by height by depth)

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Yamaha's NS-777 speaker system has been designed specifically for home theater applications. The floor standing speaker is a bass-reflex design that can be used for main channels and incorporates a pair of 8" Polymer-Injected Mica Diaphragm (PMD) cone woofers, a 5" midrange cone driver and a 1? aluminum dome tweeter. For improved imaging, the midrange and tweeter utilize Yamaha?s exclusive waveguide horns.

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25 of 26 people found the following review helpful.
Beautiful speakers with beautiful sound!
By Scott Lewis
I'm no audiophile, but I know good speakers when I hear them. These play all ranges of music and movies very well. There is not as much low-end bass as I would expect from 2 8" drivers unless I add it from the receiver (Sony STR-DA1000ES). My receiver only pushes 100 watts/channel, which I was worried would not be enough... I was wrong. Eric Clapton and the Eagles never sounded so good! If you're looking for high quality sound with tight bass notes and crisp highs, these are your speakers. If you're looking for a booming sound for Rap or Action movies, I would suggest complementing these with a subwoofer.Lastly, the "piano" black finish on the outside of these speakers is spectacular. Everyone thinks they are way more expensive than they are because of the finish and size. Just be careful when taking them out of the box so as not scratch the finish.

18 of 19 people found the following review helpful.
A Truly Amazing Speaker For The Price You Pay!!!!
By J. Irish
If you just happend to stumble accross this speaker or the ONE you are seeking out, this is one of the best values for a brand new floorstanding speaker you can find on the net!! I paid $400 for a pair with shipping and after listening to Klipsch speakers for many years I was at first reluctant to "settle" for something else. Let me tell you after I received them I hooked them up as front speakers to my home theater with Klipsch speakers for the surround and 12" subwoofer with a Onkyo receiver pushing 110w rms 7 ways. My first concern was that at high levels the speakers would distort, but that was imedietely tossed out as these babies would take whatever I would give them and they would just SING!! The highs were crisp and clean and the mids didn't miss a beat. I wouldn't necessarily say there is a lack of bass, as these are designed to be matched with a subwoofer, however, they do put out some respectable lows when used as a 2 channel. The cabinet is a beautiful piano finish which alone makes it look like a $1,000 pair of speakers! A unique and elegant looking speaker with the amazing sound to follow up and all for a reasonable price!!!

15 of 16 people found the following review helpful.
Great speakers!
By Happy Ears
I bought a pair of NS777 to replace bose 501 series V speakers. I am truly amazed with the quality compared to the bose ones. I never like the bose speakers, they were hard to equalize and I always felt like they were yelling at me all the time no matter what settings I would have the receiver on. The NS777 are affordable speakers ($169 each) with a sound quality that brought back my passion for listening to music including classical music. I have them connected to an onkyo TX-SR804 and they have been working great together, now I just feel like I need to replace my center speaker, a bose VCS-10, that also "yells" at me when compared to the Yamaha NS777. I am extremely happy with my purchase and would highly recommend them to anyone in a tight budget. It works great with movies as well.

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Buying Yamaha NS-555 3-Way Bass Reflex Tower Speaker (Each)

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Yamaha NS-555 3-Way Bass Reflex Tower Speaker (Each) Product Description:

• 6-1/4-inch PMD cone woofers, 5-inch midrange cone driver, and 1-inch aluminum dome tweeter
• Waveguide horns reduce reflected sound while directing more sound waves to your ears
• 100 watts nominal power; 250 watts music power
• Monster Cable internal wiring ensures clean, clear signal
• Measures 8-3/4 by 39-7/16 by 12-1/4 inches (width by height by depth)

Product Description

The Yamaha NS-555 3-Way Floorstanding Speaker with dual 6.5" woofers, 5" midrange driver and 1" Aluminium Dome tweeter, features Highly Oriented Polyolefine design for improved transient response, higher power handling and flatter frequency response. Magnetically shielded to allow placement near a TV without distorting the image.

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21 of 23 people found the following review helpful.
These Rule!!!!
By Mr. Aaron J. Aldridge
I bought these speakers only after I made the mistake and purchased the NS-125s. After being very disappointed with those speakers, I was looking for anything to cheer me up. Then when my package of NS-555's came, and I set them up...wow!! I am using them as my main speakers, along with my Yamaha receiver, center, rear and powered sub. I wanted to go wtih Yamaha speakers as my main to complete my setup.All I can say, after I figured my receiver for the better main speakers, I was litterly blown away. These speakers rock and now my TV room sounds like a movie theater. I was worried that my receiver wouldn't have enough power for these speakers. I am running 75 watts per channel in theater mode and 100 watts in stereo mode. Even with the 75 watts, I can not even turn my system above -30 before the sounds starts to rock the entire house!!! This was the sound that I was looking for when I first had my idea of a home theater system.Overall I highly recommend these speakers. I could not beleive the power difference between the NS-125s, and for only $50 more per speaker, the choice is all ready made easy! These speakers sound great. I can hear sounds in movies that I never heard before, seeing I was using a 2 way speaker and upgraded to a 3 way. All I need now is to upgrade my center to a 3 way and I am done!

9 of 10 people found the following review helpful.
Consider yourself lucky...
By Real McCoy
Consider yourself lucky that you've run across these speakers. I'm not an audiophile, but I like to believe I have a decerning ear for reasonable sound quality. These speakers look and sound great - I'm using as my fronts along with the ns-444 center and the onkyo sub/surrounds that came with my hts-770 HTIB. I'm very satisfied. My only negative is that, at low volume levels, the sound tends to be a little strained (that's the only word I can think to describe it). I'm convinced it's my receiver though. Looking forward to upgrading my Onkyo 520 so I can REALLY hear these bad boys shine!

6 of 6 people found the following review helpful.
NS-555 Audiophile speakers on a shoestring budget
By John Erickson
I recently hooked up a pair of these NS-555 speakers from Yamaha as the fronts for my surround sound system which are of course the mains for any 2 channel stereo music listening. Originally, I had some small Yamaha bookshelf speakers, the NS-6490's in the front but when I replaced my OLD Sony home theater receiver with a Yamaha RVX663 I found the 6490's a little wanting. After looking at a number of speakers in my budget and the reviews of the NS-555's on a variety of web sites I decided to do an "all in the Yamaha family" selection and got them.Hooking them up and playing them the initial sound was a bit too stiff in a seemingly precise but harsh way HOWEVER after about 90 minutes of play time there was a more than a subtle change in the sound quality as they smoothed out tremendously yet still very natural, precise sounding.Some people do not believe that speakers are capable of "breaking in" but to my ears this was a substantial change. They sound very good now and there are those that say it takes about 100 hours of playing for speakers to completely break in. I feel there is no doubt there will be some improvement in the coming weeks, althought I doubt as dramatic as that at about 90 minutes in.A small number of some reviewers report that the NS-555's do not have enough bass capabilities. i on the other hand can report that I am more than pleasantly surprise at the bass response I am getting from them and I am using a single lead hook up. Yamaha's design allows for bi-wire hook ups on the NS-555's, using seperate leads for the midrange and tweeter then a lead specifically for the woofers, it maybe possible to then increase the bass response to a higher level. I am willing to try the bi-wire set up and have some good spade connectors on their way for that purpose. The NS-555's can take banana plug ins also which is quick and easy.Currently I am using the OPPO DV-983H DVD player also as the CD player and it really compliments the system well. The picture is excellent thru the RXV663 and the sound from both DVD's, CD's, SACD's and a variety of DVD audio titles have all been great. CD listening seeems to be the most clear and natural when using the RXV663 two settings that are close in sound "Straight" and also a "Pure Direct" that really allow the speakers to shine with the content of a good sounding CD. Some CD's where the recording is from really old sources like poor tapes and 78's can benefit from some of the sound scenes the amp can produce.MSRP for these are $249.95 for a single so $500 for the pair. Careful searches can find some really good bargins on these so look carefully.Fit and finish seems top notch and the sound rivals some speaker systems I have heard that are at a much higher price point. So far in the sound quality for dollar aspect these are hitting a home run in my book.

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Best Reviews of Yamaha NS-333 2-Way Bass Reflex Bookshelf Speakers (Pair)

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Yamaha NS-333 2-Way Bass Reflex Bookshelf Speakers (Pair) Product Description:

• 5-inch PMD cone woofer and 1-inch aluminum dome tweeter in each speaker
• Waveguide horns reduce reflected sound while directing more sound waves to your ears
• 60 watts nominal power; 150 watts music power
• Monster Cable internal wiring ensures clean, clear signal
• Each speaker measures 7-7/8 by 12-5/8 by 8-3/8 inches (width by height by depth)

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NS-333 2-Way Bass Reflex Bookshelf Speaker (Pair)

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20 of 21 people found the following review helpful.
Best bookshelf speakers for less than $150/pr
By Fishing Fool
I ordered these from another online vendor a couple years ago to use as side and rear surround speakers in a 7.1 channel setup. I also ordered the NS-777s floor standing towers + the NS-C444 center channel. These are very nice speakers but you need to break them in for a long time. These speakers have a bass reflex design eg they're ported. These speakers are also known to have a slightly recessed mid frequency output, but overall they sound very good for the money. They are perfect for home theater applications. They are clear with music but again the mids are slightly recessed. The highs from these speakers are very strong and metallic because it uses an aluminum dome tweeter. They sound similar to the titanium domes. The highs are not soft/smooth like silk/fabric domes. The metal dome coupled to the integrated waveguide disperses the highs very well though. The cabinets have a very nice glossy piano black finish to them which makes them look very expensive and classy. They are also hefty at around 12lbs each. It's unfortunate that Yamaha has stopped using their trademark white spruce cones in their speakers. Those cones were the best.

18 of 19 people found the following review helpful.
A working mans pleasure!
By Larry A. Patrick
Do you have a BMW or shop in Birmingham Michigan? If yes, you can afford to waste big money getting that bigger speaker name. Five percent more listening pleasure for 200% more money. Go for it! For the working man... these beauties are a rare find. I love these speakers...with the sub woofer. The price, quality, reviews, listening experience grabbed me. I love it when I can clearly hear separation left, right or center (NS-444 displaying excellent musical separation. I sit in my chair and squirm like a kid. Hey, I'm 61. The quality is there. The piano black Finnish is superb. The Yamaha NS-333 price is for the working man. The quality is for The Beamers. The sound is for all of us.

21 of 26 people found the following review helpful.
Great sounding speakers!
By B.Taylor III
I was Impressed with the sound that these speakers produced in my small living room. At 100/120 RMS, these will run circles around any BOSE! Keep in mind that this is a Mid to Hi-range Speaker, so for the Low range, you will need a Sub. (If you use these for your front speakers.) In addition, the NS-555 and -777 is essentually the same as the -333(given, larger enclosure) with 2 low-range speakers (with seperate +/- Posts). For cinema it may be best to buy 2 or 3 pair for a 6/7 channel reciever and a Sub woofer, than to spend money on the (2)555 or (2)777.

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Compare Prices Yamaha DVX-S120P 5.1 Channel CinemaStation System with Progressive Scan DVD Player

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Yamaha DVX-S120P 5.1 Channel CinemaStation System with Progressive Scan DVD Player Product Description:

• 5.1-channel home theater receiver with integrated progressive-scan DVD player
• Plays DVD Video, DVD-R/RW, DVD+R/RW, CD-DA, CD-R/RW, MP3, VCD, and SVCD formats
• 395 watts total system power; 55-watt x 5-channel digital amplifier and 120-watt subwoofer
• Dolby Digital, DTS, and Dolby Pro Logic II decoding
• Comes with five satellite speakers, powered subwoofer, and 4 speaker stands

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The Yamaha DVX-S120P is the Home Theater System that makes it easy to enjoy all your favorite entertainment. Movies, music, sports and games have never sounded so exciting - as if you're right in the middle of the action. CinemaStation DVX-S120P brings you thrilling surround sound with a 55W X 5-channel digital amplifier, built-in progressive scan DVD player and five compact yet power speakers, plus a 140W subwoofer. Simple controls including four quick-selection program icon buttons make this home theater system a delight to use. The DVD Receiver features 19 Surround programs and One-Touch Cinema DSP Selection. It features Silent Cinema, a variation of Cinema DSP technology that allows you to listen to movies and other multi-channel sources using stereo headphones. It also features an On-Screen display for easy operation. The included 5 high performance and stylish speakers and powered subwoofer deliver exceptionally high quality surround sound. The system is completed with 4 included stylish speaker stands for the two main and two rear speakers.

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3 of 31 people found the following review helpful.
WOW!!! BEST PURCHASE I HAVE EVER MADE!!!!
By A Customer
I just bought this thing from Amazon and all I can say is WOW!!!!

This is probably the best purchase I have ever made. This thing is everything I ever expected and more!! It's easy to use as well - even my wife can operate it!

I have to say, everyone out there who is thinking of buying this, stop thinking. I bought it and I am extremely happy with it the moment I powered this thing on. YOU ABSOLUTELY POSITIVELY CANNOT GO WRONG WITH THIS PURCHASE! I GUARANTEE IT!!!

3 of 35 people found the following review helpful.
WOW!!! BEST PURCHASE I HAVE EVER MADE!!!!
By A Customer
I just bought this thing from Amazon and all I can say is WOW!!!!

This is probably the best purchase I have ever made. This thing is everything I ever expected and more!! It's easy to use as well - even my wife can operate it!

I have to say, everyone out there who is thinking of buying this, stop thinking. I bought it and I am extremely happy with it the moment I powered this thing on. YOU ABSOLUTELY POSITIVELY CANNOT GO WRONG WITH THIS PURCHASE! I GUARANTEE IT!!!

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MTX 420-Watt Class D Mono Amplifier (Thunder421D) Product Description:

• 420 WATTS
• CLASS D AMPLIFIER (1 CHANNEL)

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0 of 0 people found the following review helpful.
mtx 421d mono amplifier
By jayface
I got one of these to push a 12" sony x-plod rated at 300 watts rms. The 421d is a small monster,my sub is a 4ohm sub placed in sealed enclosure and at this load the specs say it puts out 150watts rms believe me its a true rating,probably under rated and i can also wire it in a 2ohm load giving another 150watts. WHEN i looked at this amp i saw knowone had any thing to say as a review so i thought i might give one , it might just help someone make up their mind. All in all i like this amp if it lasts a while i will up date my review.

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For Sale Step2 Outdoor Storage Bench

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Step2 Outdoor Storage Bench Product Description:

• Fits two adults comfortably (max weight 400 lbs)
• Lid opens to reveal 5 cubic feet of interior storage
• Natural colors and textures fit well in backyards, porches, and patios
• Durable resin construction lasts for years and is maintenance-free

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Add some attractive seating to your yard while reducing clutter with this handy outdoor storage bench. The Step2 bench provides comfortable seating with back support for 2 adults. Then just open the lid to access the roomy 5 cu. ft. storage area inside. It's the perfect place to store lawn furniture, cushions, game equipment, toys, pool and garden equipment and more. Its natural color and stylish stone texture blends well with any surroundings. Coordinates with Step2 playhouses, toys and activities (all sold separately). Holds maximum total weight of 400 lbs. Made in USA. 33Hx24Wx53L".

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24 of 24 people found the following review helpful.
Attractive, Sturdy Storage bench
By constant shopper
This is a great bench. I bought mine at toys r us and have owned it for about 3 or 4 years now. It has a stone/sand look to it. The best-looking storage bench that I have seen. It is very sturdy-heavy duty. My kids destroy everything they touch and this has held up great, just like the day I bought it. I use it to store the kids outdoor play stuff. Two adults can sit on this bench no problem, not wobbbly or sinking. Highly recommended. Great-looking bench. Great Quality.

15 of 16 people found the following review helpful.
LOVE ITTTTTTTTTTT
By A. Erickson
And im sure you will love it too! we placed the storage bench on our deck to store our hamock at night and my sons toys,Its educational because it teaches kids to put their toys away at the end of the day. Its very durable and blends with the backyard very well... Dont think twice its a great item as all Step 2 products are easy to put together and durable!

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A wonderful addition to our porch
By Kimberly LaBelle
We absolutely love our storage bench. It is a great place to store outdoor toys and also makes a handy seat for putting on and removing shoes. I want to get another one for the back porch. You will love it!

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