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Harman Kardon HKTS-18 5.1 Channel Speaker System | 
 enlarge | Brand: Harman Kardon
Category: CE
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New (15) Used (1) from $372.15
Rating:  42 reviews
Sales Rank: 863
Media: Electronics
Autographed: No
Memorabilia: No
Shipping Weight (lbs): 62
Dimensions (in): 28 x 19.2 x 19.2
Warranty: 5 years warranty
MPN: HKTS 18
Model: HKTS 18
UPC: 028292504259
EAN: 0028292504259
ASIN: B000K7ZWVK
Release Date: December 29, 2006
Availability: Usually ships in 24 hours
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| Features:
| • | 200W amplifier power (RMS) | | • | 10" woofer, bass-reflex enclosure | | • | 8 ohm nominal impedence | | • | 3/4" dome, video-shielded tweeter | | • | Dual 3" drivers, video-shielded |
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Amazon.com
Harman Kardon's HKTS systems make it easy to choose the right speakers to use with your other home theater components. By providing a complete speaker system, they ensure that frequency response, dispersion and dynamic range are carefully matched so that all the speakers in a multichannel system blend, rather than compete with one another. HKTS systems complement any room decor, and perfectly match Harman Kardon's components and today's flat-screen video displays. The HKTS 18 home theater speaker system combines identically voiced, magnetically shielded two-way satellite and center channel speakers with a 10-inch, 200-watt subwoofer for high-performance sound that complements the design of Harman Kardon receivers and DVD players, as well as today's flat-panel video displays. Advanced features include a line-level Sub/LFE input, audio-sense or external-trigger on/off and a multicolor LED power indicator. Wall-mount brackets for the satellites are included.
Product Description
The HKTS 18 home theater speaker system combines identically voiced, magnetically shielded two-way satellite and center channel speakers with a 10-inch, 200-watt subwoofer for high-performance sound that complements the design of Harman Kardon receivers and DVD players, as well as today's flat-panel video displays. Advanced features include a line-level Sub/LFE input, audio-sense or external-trigger on/off and a multicolor LED power indicator. Wall-mount brackets for the satellites are included. The speaker cables and speakers are all color-coded to conform to the CEA (Consumer Electronics Association) standard, simplifying setup. Harman Kardon invented the high-fidelity receiver more than fifty years ago. With state-of-the-art features and time-honored circuit designs, the HKTS 18 is a perfect complement to any home theater system. Center Channel Dimensions (HxWxD) - 4 x 9-1/2 x 3-5/8 inches (102mm x 241mm x 92mm) Weight - 2.7 lb (1.2kg) Subwoofer - Amplifier Power (RMS) - 200 watts / Bass Driver - 10 woofer, bass-reflex enclosure Subwoofer Dimensions (HxWxD) - 18-7/8 x 13-3/8 x 13-3/8 inches (479mm x 340mm x 340mm) / Weight - 35.1 lb (15.8kg)
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| Customer Reviews: Read 37 more reviews...
excellent speaker set-up for an audio newbie July 4, 2008
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
Ive been big into the HD scene for a few years now, and never payed much attention to audio. I was always fine with television speakers, partially because I felt overwhelmed with the endless speaker/reciever combinations possible. I finally decided to get this surround sound speaker system, and boy have I been missing out!!
I paired these HKTS-18 with the Onkyo TX-SR606 reciever, and couldn't be happier.
I really have no point of reference, but what I can tell you is that these speakers rock! Not only do they look great, but the sound from the satelites is CRYSTAL clear. And the subwoofer is literally earth rattling. Lucky my condo has decently insulated walls/floors, but if you have thin walls, I'd be careful not to turn this puppy up too high.
I purchased one pair of the harman kardon stands for my front speakers, and purchased a generic set of stands for the rear channels. Everything looks great, and people now think I'm some sort of audio-phile, partially because I take pride in my setup, but also because they here the high-quality sound these speakers put out.
 GREAT SYSTEM FOR THE PRICE. June 25, 2008
3 out of 3 found this review helpful
I just recently purchased the HKTS-18 from HARMAN/KARDON and I have got to say that I am very pleased with the sound quality from these loudspeakers. For the area I was setting up my home theater in I could really only go with a satellite style speaker, and not wanting to go with an HTIB setup, I went with a sub/sat combo instead. Im not to pleased with the current HTIB packages that are out right now because: 1. You get what you pay for and 2. The receivers that are packaged with the systems are usually very limited. Setting up these speakers was pretty easy, Whether you've had previous experience setting up a 5.1 system or not. The casing of each speaker are finished in a high gloss and have a nice weighted feel to them. HK went with the push pin style connector on these speaker's which im not too pleased with, but was not that big of a deal.
Sound quality was very clear, crisp and bright which is expected from this speaker style. All speaker's are voice matched for a seamless transfer between all channels. I would have liked a larger center channel as the one provided is the same size as the other four speaker's. HK does not offer a center channel upgrade, so if you'd like to change it out you would have to go with a different brand which I do not recommend. The provided powered subwoofer has a 10" down firing speaker that is sealed in a bass reflex (ported) enclosure. Low-frequency sounds are true,deep,and room-shaking. I would say that this subwoofer is capable of handling anywhere between 25-35Hz. The style of the enclosure is in the same high gloss finish as the other 5 speakers which makes for a very stylish/sleek look and stands about 18" tall. One big plus is that almost all the bell's and whistles that you would expect from a more expensive higher end sub are present on this one such as a line-level LFE input, audio-sense or external-trigger on/off and a multicolor LED power indicator.
Next is my receiver. I wanted to go with one that would offer me the latest in audio formats from Blue Ray and HDDVD movies as well as HDMI input/switching. So for my budget and room size I decided on the TXSR-606 from Onkyo. This receiver has exceeded my expectations completely and being a previous Onkyo owner, I was expecting alot. Dolby Tru HD and DTS HD Master audio sound tracks sound amazingly life like output through my HKTS-18. The audyssey 2 calibration system that the TXSR-606 offers helped for an easy proper stress free setup.
So all in all I am very pleased with the out come from these two items paired together and my home theater experience has become more enjoyable. I find myself going back through my old DVD collection to revisit great movies and with a new twist on audio.
System includes:
Sharp-Aquos-LC32D62U-32-Inch-1080p
Onkyo TXSR-606
Harman/Kardon HKTS-18
Toshiba HD-A30 via HDMI
Panasonic BD30-K via HDMI
Xbox 360 via HDMI
Z-line TV/Audio stand
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Good sound, inflexible mounting June 19, 2008
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
I just finished installation of the HKTS-18 system.
The sound quality is good, especially due to the powerful sub woofer, and it meets my overall expectations.
My only problem was in mounting the speakers. My family room was prewired by the previous owner for surround and had some old Yamaha speakers mounted with Omnimount type of mounts. I wanted to upgrade the sound as well as create a sleeker look.
I mounted the HKTS18 main speakers to the front wall and they look pretty clean. The problem that I ran into was to install the rears, which were previously wired from the ceiling.
The only way to mount HKTS18 is to run the wire straight through the wall and into the speaker mounting bracket. (When the wall mounting hardware is connected to the speaker, the speaker wire clamps are not accessible from the outside of the speaker, only through the mounting bracket opening that mounts flush to the wall). This mounting design makes it impossible to mount if the wire comes out of the ceiling or if you don't mount the speaker exactly on top of the speaker wire wall opening. There is no way that I could find to use another mounting option like an Omnimount.
Because my rear wall is an outside wall on the slope of my roof it was not feasible for me to rewire the rears (although I did make a strong effort including crawling in the attic and even calling a home theater installer for advice).
Finally, I ended up installing floating corner shelves that I picked up at Home Depot and standing the rear speakers on the shelves. This solved my problem but it not as clean of a look as I was originally hoping for.
If I knew what I know now, I would have ordered similar mains and sub, but installed in-ceiling speakers for the rears.
I hope this helps anyone with a similar ceiling speaker wire scenario.
Amazing sound, beautiful design, great value! June 7, 2008
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
Buying these was a no brainer - they were extremely well reviewed, a good value, and bestsellers here on Amazon. Getting them all set up was a snap (they come with EVERYTHING!), and the sound is rich, crisp and completely immersive. Definitely recommended - they perform well and are beautiful to look at!
Awsome home theater system May 16, 2008
3 out of 3 found this review helpful
I purchased the HKTS 18 5.1 Home theater system a few weeks ago and I cannot believe how easy it was to set up. I used the wall mounts and was able to hide the wires and even went through the wall with 2 of the wires to completly make it look wireless. After programming the system with my Sony amplifier STR-DG810 and hooking up the subwoofer, I am just amazed at the quality of sound produced. It is awesome to say the least. I would recommend this home theater system to anyone. Quality and beauty along with the ease of setting it up convices me that quality does exist. I was also amazed that all the speaker wires (color-coded) came with the system. There is nothing else to buy, just your time to set it up and enjoy. Thank you for carrying a great system. Bob Yorty, Annville, PA.
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