Zvox Z-Base 420
Manufacturer: ZVOX Audio, LLC Part number: 4004201
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Zvox Z-Base 420 price range: $299.99
- Reviewed by: Matthew Moskovciak and Steve Guttenberg
- Edited by: David Katzmaier
- Reviewed on: 12/20/2012
The good: The Zvox Z-Base 420 costs significantly less than competing pedestal sound bars. Its sound is rich and powerful for the price, and a huge step up from the built-in speakers on a TV. The Dialogue Emphasis mode is a great option for boosting speech over background noise. There's also a built-in front-panel display, cleverly hidden behind the speaker grilles, which many competitors lack.
The bad: The cabinet of the Z-Base 420 can sometimes vibrate enough to make certain TVs buzz. And at higher volumes, it occasionally distorts. The included remote also has a cheap feel and mediocre button layout.
The bottom line: The Zvox Z-Base 420 offers an uncluttered look and solid sound at a budget price, but its quirks might give some buyers pause.
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10 stars
Great in sound and simplicity!
by jeffcapo on April 23, 2013
Pros: Sound!
Ease of use!
Customer Care!
Cons: Can't think of anything!
Summary: I've had a zvox 425xs and love the sound and simplicity of use. I have it hooked up to my TV and Sonos systems. Recently had a service need ...
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Summary: I've had a zvox 425xs and love the sound and simplicity of use. I have it hooked up to my TV and Sonos systems. Recently had a service need and the service department was outstanding. Easy to contact and very responsive! Strongly recommend ZVOX!
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10 stars
Great sound and value
by jmgammon on March 5, 2013
Pros: Wooden cabinetry
Dialog clarity
Sonic quality for both movies and music
Cons: None so far
Summary: I am thoroughly enjoying the ZVOX 420. I heard about ZVOX while doing a google search for a competitor to compare with the Bose Solo. I had purchased a Bose ...
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Summary: I am thoroughly enjoying the ZVOX 420. I heard about ZVOX while doing a google search for a competitor to compare with the Bose Solo. I had purchased a Bose Solo and did not like the sound. So while I was still in the Bose trial period, I ordered the ZBASE 420 to test them side by side. There is no comparison between the two. The clarity of the ZVOX 420 is significantly superior to the Bose. The BOSE Solo dialog is muddy and there are no tonal controls or enhancement options. I am using the ZVOX 420 without the dialog emphasis turned on and it is still extremely clear. The overall sonic quality for both movies and music is far superior to the Bose Solo. I have a full surround system built into my room and it sounds great But I find myself totally content to watch movies or listen to music with the ZVOX 420 due to the richness of the sound. Very satisfied with my purchase.
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9 stars
I love this product and own two.
by Tunabrain on March 1, 2013
Pros: Zvox uses a wooden cabinet not plastic. Value Priced. Zvox technical and marketing pedigree is famous for good sound. Best single cabinet solution that is great for HD movies and watching concerts or Palladia. Set up was a breeze.
Cons: None thus far.
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9 stars
I love this soundbar
by euganot on January 14, 2013
Pros: Great sound. Fantastic bass. Solid construction. I have a 46" LCd, so I have no vibration issues that were described in the editor review. Easy to synch with your cable remote. Discreet display which pleases my wife.
Cons: No dolby decoder, so i needed to plug in RCA from TV. Still sound great, much better than my last system which cost twice the price
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- Manufacturer: ZVOX Audio, LLC
- Part number: 4004201
- Description: The Z-Base 420 is only 27.6" wide by 14.5" deep by 3.5" high. Everything is inside this compact cabinet – speakers, amplifier, virtual surround circuitry and powered subwoofer.
General
- Speaker type Sound bar
- Speaker quantity 1 x Sound bar
- Dimensions (WxDxH) 27.6 in x 14.5 in x 3.5 in
- Weight 17 lbs
- Color Black
- Enclosure material MDF
Features
- Speaker Type Active
- Woofer size (inches) 2 in,
5.25 in - Nominal output power (total) 45 Watt
- Response bandwidth 45 - 20000 Hz
- Audio amplifier Integrated
- Connectivity technology Wired
- Additional features Bi-amplified,
PhaseCue II virtual surround sound,
Surround sound without multiple speakers & wires,
No external subwoofer - everything's built-in Connections
- Connector type Audio line-in ( Mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm ),
Audio line-in ( RCA phono x 2 ),
SPDIF input ( TOSLINK ),
SPDIF input ( RCA phono )
Details
- Driver details Sound bar : 5 x Full-range driver - 2 in,
Sound bar : 1 x Subwoofer driver - 5.25 in Compatibility | Accessories
- Included accessories [Jul 2, 2008 from CDS: Miscellaneous] Remote control,
2 audio cables - Remote control Remote control
Manufacturer Warranty
- Service & support 1 year warranty
- Service & support details Limited warranty - Parts and labor - 1 year
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