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ZBASE 550
The Z-Base 550 is the only surround sound system designed to act as a base platform for most 26" - 50" flat-panel TVs*. At only three inches thick, the Z-Base virtually disappears when placed beneath a flat panel TV. But don’t let is low profile fool you -- the 550 sounds absolutely terrific–reproducing music and movie soundtracks with lifelike accuracy. The entire system–speakers, amplifier, virtual surround technology and powered subwoofer–fits into the super-slim cabinet. There are no external speakers, no external subwoofers and no speaker wires.
The Z-Base 550 complements the design of modern TVs by incorporating beautiful hand-lacquered high-gloss black end panels. The top of the Z-Base 550 is finished in rugged, scratch-resistant black vinyl that is less likely to be marred by objects such as the TV placed on its surface.
Set-up of the Z-Base 550 requires very few steps: Simply place the unit on a stable shelf, table or cabinet. Place your stand-mounted flat-panel TV on top of it.* Plug in AC power, one connecting cord to the TV. Sit back and enjoy big, realistic sound including thunderous bass from the built-in powered subwoofer. The Z-Base 550 uses the ZVOX PhaseCue™ virtual surround system to create wide, three-dimensional sound, as if you are listening to speakers eight feet apart from each other, with movie sound effects that literally surround you. You get a room full of sound without a roomful of speakers and wires!
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Features Include:
- Dimensions; 28 ”w x 14.5 ”d x 3 5/8 ”h
- Weight: 20 pounds. With box and packing: 23 pounds.
- Amplifier: The 550 uses a 60 watt amplifier.
- Inputs: Two rear “mixing” inputs (if two devices are connected and playing, you will hear both devices): dual RCA jack inputs.
- Frequency range: 45 Hz – 20 kHz.
- Virtual surround sound: The 550 uses ZVOX’s proprietary PhaseCue virtual surround sound system. PhaseCue, as its name implies, manipulates the phase of the separate channels to “fool the ear” into believing that sound is coming from a variety of sources throughout the room. The benefits of PhaseCue vary greatly based on program material. Live music and well-recorded modern movie soundtracks will deliver rich, three-dimensional sound – pulling the sound out from the speakers and into the room, literally surrounding the listener. Unlike many digital virtual surround systems, PhaseCue does not create any “digital weirdness” – rain the sounds like white noise, female singers that sound like they’re standing in a giant tin can. Note: All virtual surround systems – including the PhaseCue system – are limited in their effects when compared to a good 5.1 system. And sitcoms, news broadcasts and soundtracks from older movies often have very little in the way of three-dimensional sound. That being said, PhaseCue is capable of generating a wonderful and engaging virtual surround experience.
- The 550 is bi-amplified, using a specially designed amplifier that includes electronic contouring for superb frequency response.
- The 550 ’s 5.25" subwoofer uses a high-mass long-throw design in a ported enclosure.
- The 550 ’s five 2 " main speaker drivers use ferrofluid and neodymium magnets to create remarkably loud, remarkably clear sound.
- The system is magnetically shielded so it can be used near a TV or monitor.
- Unlike most systems in its category, the 550 uses an MDF (medium density fiberboard) wood cabinet - instead of plastic. MDF is the preferred construction material for high-performance speaker systems.
- The 550 uses the ZVOX Infinite Compliance system - which connects the outer two main speakers with an acoustic tube. This system helps create big sound from a small cabinet.
- A subwoofer output jack on the rear allows owners to connect a separate powered subwoofer (optional).
- Auto-on/auto-off circuit senses sound from source (TV, iPod, PC) and turns on the 550 two seconds later. Approximately three minutes after it has received no signal, it automatically shuts the unit off.
- Simple, single-cord connecting system uses a dual RCA jacks on rear panel.
- A 2-meter RCA-RCA connecting cord is included.
Please allow 2 weeks for delivery.
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