Yamaha Digital Sound Projector Gets an Upgrade

By Dena Cassella Updated December 7, 2009

Yamaha has released another update for its Digital Sound Projector YSP. This latest installment is the YSP-5100, an update of the recently released YSP-4100—but we’re not complaining—because every generation just keeps getting better. The YSP-5100 offers better bass quality and a better virtual surround sound for smaller rooms and areas. There are still more similarities than differences with the YSP-5100 and its predecessor such as the same 55W power rating and same support for HD audio like Dolby, TrueHD, and DTS-HD. The main difference is that the YSP-5100 has a much richer sound quality and, as we mentioned before, a definite improvement in its bass.

The update is not yet available in the U.S., but the YSP-5100 will be out in Japan later this month for the equivalent of $2,280.

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This LG soundbar surround sound bundle is discounted to $350

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If you want to take your home theater experience to the next level, you will need a high-quality set of speakers and a little room to make the magic happen. Luckily, you can grab yourself this great LG soundbar bundle that includes a subwoofer and satellite speakers for just $350 instead of the usual $600 they go for.

Why you should buy the LG 5.1.2 Channel Soundbar with Wireless Subwoofer
If you're just getting into physical surround sound, the 5.1.2 channel identifier in the name might not mean much to you, so you should check out our surround sound guide for a quick explainer. The long and short of it is that you get five audio channels, a subwoofer, and two additional height information speakers, which recreates a 3D soundscape in your living room. To do that, this LG bundle starts off with several channels in the soundbar itself, which can do things like reflect sound off the ceiling back down to you to help with the surround sound aspect. It's something that the best soundbars do, and while it may sound like some unreal future tech, it's become relatively standard even in mid-range soundbars.

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Order Samsung’s brand new 98-inch QLED 4K TV and get $2,000 off

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While regular Prime Day deals are certainly appealing at the moment, we're impressed to see what Samsung is offering as part of Prime Day TV deals season. If you want the ultimate home cinema experience, you can preorder the Samsung 98-inch Q80C QLED TV for $7,000, saving a huge $2,000 off the regular price of $9,000. Now, we're not saying that $7,000 is cheap by any means but if you've been keen to invest in something huge in every sense of the word, this is a great saving. If that sounds like you, take a look at what else we have to say about it.

Why you should buy the Samsung 98-inch Q80C QLED TV
As one of the best TV brands, you're in safe hands with Samsung. The Samsung 98-inch Q80C QLED TV is certainly a vast example of what Samsung has to offer with a 98-inch screen needing a pretty huge living space to serve it justice. It's worth it too. Of course, there's the QLED panel which means you get super vibrant colors across the board. That's further helped by features like the Supersize Picture Enhancer that uses AI to optimize content for the larger screen. AI and 20 neural networks also boost sharpness, deepen blacks, and upscale any non-4K content. There's also Direct Full Arrays technology that controls the amount of lighting across all parts of the screen, even in sunlit rooms.

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Time is running out to get this 50-inch 4K TV for $200 at Amazon

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There aren't many hours left to check out the Prime Day deals but there's still enough time to buy one of the cheapest Prime Day TV deals we've seen throughout the sales event. That deal is being able to buy a Pioneer 50-inch 4K TV for just $160, saving you a hefty 50% or $160 off the regular price of $320. It's not often we see a TV as cheap as this, especially when it's 4K and a good size for most living rooms. If you're in need of a cheap TV, this is a great option to pursue. However, you really don't have long to buy it as Prime Day ends today. We're talking mere hours to go. You've got time to check out what we know about the TV but from there, make a purchase quickly if it's the one for you. You'll hate it if you miss out on a TV at 50% off.

Why you should buy the Pioneer 50-inch 4K TV
Pioneer may not be one of the best TV brands around but it's well-established and not exactly a no-name choice. No one is expecting one of the best TVs when they're paying $150 but this one covers all the basics and a little more too. For instance, besides its 4K resolution, it also has Dolby Vision support so you get sharper contrast and better picture quality than ones that don't support it. It's those kind of things that soon add up.