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I recently purchased Bose Cinemate GSII for my living room but I returned it for Sony HT CT 260H I used to own Onkyo HTIB system for my Hometheater, however, I realized how messy the cables are for 5.1 channels. So, this time I went for 2.1 channels. There were 4 options that I considered 1. Bose Cinemate GSII (MSRP 599.99) 2. Onkyo Envision (MSRP 499.99) 3. Pioneer Soundbar Andrew Jones Edition (MSRP 399.99) 4. Sony HT CT 260 (MSRP under 299.99) Firstly, I purchased Bose Cinemate GS II at 640 dollars (including Tax) I had it for 6 days however, I couldn't see any points that justify its high price range. I agree bass is amazing! However, I couldn't hear any sound of piano, strings, high notes from Gemstone speakers Low sounds were astonishing but.. THATS IT! So I returned it after 6 days. Then I tested Onkyo Envision. However, its just another Bose Cinemate GSII with lower price tag. This one doesnt justify its price tag either. The third one that I tested was Pioneer soundbar Andrew Jones Edition which was displayed at BestBuy. I have to admit that the sound quality of soundbar itself is better than Sony HT CT 260. Pioneer has more acoustic feeling and drums from its wood materials. However, there were two problems with this model. One is its well-known bluetooth problem and the other is Pioneers poor customer service. (+ high price range) So I skipped it. Finally I got Sony HT CT 260. In a word, HAPPY! I know if you go for either soundbar or 2.1 channel system, you are giving up surround sound and value/price benefits. However, this model is quite inexpensive ($240) and sound is just good enough for a soundbar. In terms of quality, its not the best speaker you can get. However, in terms of value, this is probably the best sound system that you can utilize for your budget and space. Bass is punch but still the sound has not been sacrificed at all. I know you can get way better sound systems such as Energy Take 5.1 / Onkyo HT-S3500 at similar price range but I want the simplest setup for my sound system. And they don't come with bluetooth connection which this one has. Anyways, if you are tight on budget and don't want to be a GeekSquad of your home, go get this ONE. Otherwise, go get Pioneer SoundBar Andrew Jones Edition or go for 5.1 surround sounds. Sound Quality (Personal) Bose Cinemate GS II (except bass) = Onkyo Envision = Pioneer AJ > Sony 260 Value Sony > Pioneer > Onkyo >>> Bose