You can probably tell Im in love with this system. If you think Ive got carried away I can only suggest you have a listen yourself. At this price few speakers emulate the feeling of sonic immersion quite like the XTZ. The additional Atmosphere speakers make the array a good match for modern setup. 5.1 fans shouldnt ignore the core models either. We say: A superior-sounding movie-mad speaker system offering seriious value for money. Plenty of installation flexibility and solid construction. Not the prettiest of cabinets.- Danny Phillips

While Ive saved it for the end I did notice that the XTZ setup is at nearly $5500 expensive. XTZ sells direct to consumer though and with a generous home-trial period free return shipping and the Cinema series quality of componentry construction and performance theres value here nonetheless. Cost aside XTZs Cinema is a very impressive home theater setup. I cant see recommending it for a music-first layout but I doubt that most such system- builders would be interested anywaythough this Swedish layout is still a very able music reproducer. For a serious projection room install based on an acoustically transparent screen a genre that tends to be fairly price-insensitive anyway I think this system is just about ideal.- Daniel Kumin+ Very dynamically capable with high power handling high output+ Solidly integrated front stage+ Impressive subwoofer output and extension+ Flexible tripole surround speakers- Slightly forward tonal balance (but perfect for behind-screen placement)- Pricey

Score: 6/6 Speaker system of the year - award This speaker system is a winner. It offers first class sound quality and dynamics in a price range where we thought it was impossible to get this far. Its simply awesome. The largest subwoofer is incredibly powerful - and thats an understatement... - Sven Bilén Ljud & Bild

Highly Recommended - Award Overall when assessing the sound quality and how well these XTZ Cinema Series speakers work together I am struggling to think of any negatives at all. The sheer soundscape they are capable of producing and the way they are so well matched to create a cohesive soundstage that just melts away and does so on a few levels makes you wonder why you would want the new 3D sound formats. There are a few occasions when you just hear a well put together speaker and sound system and things makes sense and you are transported away without noticing. That is what the XTZs were capable of doing for me in my system and it was the cohesive nature of the performance that nailed it for me. They go loud they are dynamic and they can get in your face when required. - Phil Hinton AVForums

Phenomenal - Award Strong performance from Sweden! The XTZ Cinema 5.1 set can be noticed very positively in the home theater operation. Closed soundscape lively effects high SPL and tremendously strong bass performance by the world-class active subwoofer are offered. In music mode the services are very respectable the total harmony could only be a little bit higher. The high-quality finish and the and sophisticated technology are highly commendable. For the offered price is fair no doubt. - Carsten Rampacher AreaDVD+ Closed densely atmospheric sound thanks dipoles+ Very high SPL+ Extremely powerful active subwoofer with no weaknesses+ Uniform clean staggered front soundscape+ Subwoofer with two EQ modes for appropriate adaptation to space+ Very good separation of all sound elements from the speakers+ Fair price- In music the overall harmony could be a little bit higher- Optik not for everyone

Score: 10.5/12 As soon as the XTZ-Setup starts theres not a dry eye left in the house. - Jochen Schmitt Heimkino

I really enjoyed the sound penetration and impacting brought by Cinema series. - Jiajie Luo SuperAV

The best thing the XTZ loudspeakers do is to disappear and never remind you that youare listening to loudspeakers. Youll find music and movies both havea natural sound with an ease of presentation that makes the presentation live in your room. The satisfying XTZ presentation characteristics will be perennial reminders that you chose well. - Doug Blackburn Home Cinema Review

Editors Choice - Award Very evocative sound intelligence of this system wrapped with slick design integration which is well proven in delivering several different sonic aspects Its the reason why we are in urge to review it immediately. - WHAT HI-FI

Score: 5/5 The XTZ multichannel system convinced by its unusual design excellent workmanship and most importantly - excellent sound in a home cinema environment. The asked selling price is extremely fair which is why we want to give our Preistipp logo. - Jochen Schmitt hifitest.de