Bookshelf Speaker Reviews

Subwoofer: 102 SB
Connections: Line-level inputs and outputs
Enclosure Type: Sealed
Woofer (size in inches, type): 8, long-throw composite cone
Power Rating (watts): 100 (RMS)
Crossover Bypass: Yes
Available Finishes: Black, Silver
Dimensions (H x W x D, inches): 13 x 13.2 x 12.2
Weight (pounds): 31
Price: $374 (black), $399 (silver)

Speaker: 920 LR
Type: two-way, satellite
Tweeter (size in inches, type): 1, soft dome
Midrange (size in inches, type): N/A
Woofer (size in inches, type): 4, graphite-loaded homopolymer
Nominal Impedance (ohms): 8
Recommended Amp Power (watts): 10–100
Available Finishes: Black, Silver
Dimensions (H x W x D, inches): 8.5 x 5.9 x 6
Weight (pounds): 4
Price: $105 (black), $120 (silver)

These listings are based on the manufacturer's stated specs; the HT Labs box below indicates the gear's performance on our test bench.

Ratings: Atlantic Technology System 920 Speaker System

Build Quality: 97
• Cabinets constructed of inert MDF, with finely polished side panels
• Higher-end drivers in both the speakers and the subwoofer

Value: 95
• The system will give more expensive bookshelf ensembles a run for their money
• Each piece is also sold separately

Features: 96
• The subwoofer has a crossover bypass
• The grilles are easy to detach
• The speakers are magnetically shielded

Performance: 98
• Wonderful midrange for such small speakers
• Provides excellent bass definition

Ergonomics: 95
• The manuals are thorough
• Speakers aren't overly placement sensitive

Overall Rating: 97
The System 920 offers everything you should value in a speaker system at any price: a well-defined sub, a solid midrange, and smooth highs, all with minimal setup effort. It's the most complete entry-level speaker system Adrienne has heard.

General Information
System 920 Speaker System, $899 (all black)
$999 (all silver)
Atlantic Technology
(781) 762-6300
www.atlantictechnology.com
Dealer Locator Code ATL