Often when buying a home cinema system you'll have to work out whether to ultimately choose style or performance. Both options come with their own compromises. Style-first systems may blend with your decor but lack the physical size needed for decent sound quality.
The SVS is a nicely styled, compact 5.1 system which offers great build quality; The 12-inch subwoofer puts out tight yet plentiful bass; The system's sound was characterized by excellent integration between all of the satellites and powerful punch on blockbuster soundtracks
It can sound a little too cold and bright with music; dialing in proper sat-sub blend can be a chore