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Manufacturer: Aperion Audio Part number: 2104
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- Anchored by its minitower speakers, the Aperion Intimus 4T Hybrid SD is an exceptional surround speaker system that ably combines good looks and superior sound.
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CNET editors' review
Aperion Intimus 4T Hybrid SD (medium cherry) price range: $1,674.00
- Reviewed by: Steve Guttenberg
- Edited by: John Falcone
- Reviewed on: 08/10/2008
- Released on: 07/21/2008
The good: Six-piece home theater speaker package with slender towers; compact center and surround speakers; remote controlled subwoofer with adjustable equalization; gorgeous furniture grade real cherry wood or black gloss finishes; 10 year warranty; 30 day in-home trial; free shipping.
The bad: Subwoofer equalization may require an expert touch for best sound.
The bottom line: Anchored by its minitower speakers, the Aperion Intimus 4T Hybrid SD is an exceptional surround speaker system that ably combines good looks and superior sound.
User reviews
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The best surround sound system for under $2500
by Tender_Branson on October 2, 2008
Pros: Beautiful finish (I've seen both the cherry and piano black (I own the latter))
Amazing sound
Perfect size for small and medium-sized rooms
AWESOME customer service
Fast (and free) shipping
Great return/upgrade policyCons: Internet only ordering, so you have to take a leap of faith
Subwoofer is EXTREMELY tricky to calibrateSummary: Although this is my first surround sound system (powered by a Pioneer Elite VSX-94TXH), it is far and away better than anything I would have expected for $1600. I'd ...
Summary: Although this is my first surround sound system (powered by a Pioneer Elite VSX-94TXH), it is far and away better than anything I would have expected for $1600. I'd been researching speakers for well over a year, checking out various electronics stores and friends' set-ups, and I finally settled on these (the day after the CNET review was posted). These speakers are stunning in every way, from appearance to sound, and I love the minitowers.
The customer service was great. The speakers arrived two days after I ordered them (yep, the subwoofer was on backorder for me too, but I'm not going to hold that against Aperion . . . it's not their fault that their speakers are uber popular), and Aperion threw in an SPL meter (for free) to help calibrate the speakers. A co-worker went ahead and ordered the 6Ts (he has a bigger room), and he had nothing but positive things to say about Aperion as well, since he called them to consult which speakers to buy. I will be an Aperion customer for years to come.6 out of 6 users found this user opinion helpful.
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Aperion Speakers are the way to go
by pziegler on January 15, 2011
Pros: Price, build quality, customer service, little extra's that a great company provides, SOUND!
Cons: Have yet to find any other than I live in a "sound proofed" condo, and have pissed my neighbors off a few times.
Summary: I did a lot of research before buying my speakers. CNET was actually the site that led me to Aperion audio. Before watching their Aperion video I was set on ...
Summary: I did a lot of research before buying my speakers. CNET was actually the site that led me to Aperion audio. Before watching their Aperion video I was set on a Bose Lifestyle 5.1 V35 system. Boy I am glad I didn't spend $3300 on speakers with paper drivers. I went to Aperion's web site and called customer service and told them I was interested in their speakers. I was amazed at how much they care about their customers. I was asked about the dimensions of my room, as well as what I would primarily be using my speakers for. I waited a little bit longer to purchase, but finally committed to 2 4T's, a 5C, 2 4BP's and the Bravious 10D subwoofer. I was just impressed so much with the little things. Like after purchasing my speakers Aperion sent me an e-mail saying the name of the employee who was carefully packing up my speakers. When I received them they were packaged excellently inside of purple velvet bags! They included gloves for handling my speakers as well as a decibel meter for setting up my speakers. All of these things weren't really necessary but added to a great overall experience. You know that experience you get when you deal with a company who really cares about their products and customers. I felt that with Aperion. On to sound quality, amazing. I have my Aperion's hooked up to a Pioneer vsx 1120 k and am absolutely astounded by the sound. The 5c brings out amazing dialogue in movies. The Bravious II 10D provides amazing low's that can rattle the walls. All of this for an amazing price. An great 10 year warranty. I could not recommend them any more. I am a customer for life.
5 out of 5 users found this user opinion helpful.
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I have to recommend these speakers.
by DROrr on August 27, 2008
Pros: Small, fits in most rooms easily
Speakers sound amazing
Beautiful Finish (I have the black which goes with my Pioneer Elite)
Bar none the best customer service I have ever received while shopping.Cons: --They were out of sub woofers when everything was shipped. Although they called me in advance and let me know right away...I am just impatient, like a kid on xmas.
Summary: Bottom line:
I am no audiophile but these speakers rock. I was running a pretty crappy system before so this was a huge step in quality. I would often have ...Summary: Bottom line:
I am no audiophile but these speakers rock. I was running a pretty crappy system before so this was a huge step in quality. I would often have problems with hearing the voice track with my old speaker setup. I switched the speakers out, and instantly noticed a major diffrence, clear, crisp, wonderful sound. Its also worth noting that even with out having "officially setup the speakers" to my listening position, I noticed an increase in the quality of the surround sound ten fold.
It was also nice having the 7.1 option to fit my Onkyo TX-SR875 (also new with system)
I mentioned above their customer service. I messed up the order online. Ordered extra parts that I didn't need. One of their gurus called me to check on the order, fixed it and even saved me a couple hundred. Then they shipped the order. It came within 3 days.
They also sent an audio gauge to help tune each speaker to the listening position
Speakers were also well packaged and wrapped in silk/velvet sacks (I expected to find a jug of crown royal somewhere!)
No comments for the subwoofer, I have not received it yet.5 out of 5 users found this user opinion helpful.
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You won't be dissappointed
by njster on April 22, 2011
Pros: Finish - unbelievable in piano black. My wife can't believe how nice they look.
Sound - great.
Footprint - these speakers take up little to no room.
Customer service - top rate, a company that picks up the phone and answers all questions...even followCons: I now want more Aperion products....
Summary: When buying my system there were three things I needed:
- great sound
- great looks
- small footprint for speakers
Normally I am underwhelmed after I make a big ...Summary: When buying my system there were three things I needed:
Aperion may not like me mentioning this but here goes....not only do they make an outstanding product that sounds and looks great, but when I called and asked for a soundmeter to help calibrate the system - they sent one, free of charge, no shipping costs. How many companies would do that? Granted they have a lot of my money, but that is how to treat a customer. GREAT COMPANY, PRODUCTS, AND CUSTOMER SERVICE!!!
- great sound
- great looks
- small footprint for speakers
Normally I am underwhelmed after I make a big purchase and wonder where my money went. Not so on this Aperion purchase. Even my wife took one look at these and said what a great purchase, they are gorgous speakers. I had her by in before I even turned them on. Once hooked up the sound was amazing. Buy them, don't look back. Try them for 30 days. Aperion will take them back if you don't like them. How many companies will offer to pay shipping both ways these days? I previously had a Bose surround sound system - I now realize what a joke Bose products are. Seriously, if you ever held a Bose product next to one of these you would wonder how Bose can charge what they do. Yes, Bose has a nice small form, but they are made of plastic and cheap parts?.the Aperion speakers are at such a quality level above Bose products and others in the price range?.I also own a pair of Pinnacle Classic Gold Tower Speakers and the 4T towers from Aperion can keep up with them, and look 10x better.
So in conclusion, if you want a great sounding speaker that looks great, this is one to seriously consider.
Updated on Apr 29, 20114 out of 4 users found this user opinion helpful.
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Phenomenal Customer Service!
by NoCal123 on January 1, 2010
Pros: Exceptional customer service.
Cons: None that I know of.
Summary: I received such great customer service that I felt compelled to write a review. I ordered the speakers on the Aperion website, which is very good. Speakers arrived about 2 ...
Summary: I received such great customer service that I felt compelled to write a review. I ordered the speakers on the Aperion website, which is very good. Speakers arrived about 2 days later via FedEx (free shipping...yes, I know that's baked into the price, but still it's nice, no?). I realized my impulse purchase was a little too impulsive, so I decided to return the speakers without even opening the box (trust me, I was tempted). Aperion gave me no hassle whatsoever, and they paid for the FedEx return shipping. They even sent me the labels. Based on my customer service experience with the company, when I do decide (responsibly) to purchase a speaker system, I will definitely purchase from Aperion. One more thing...their after-hours voice message is hysterical!
4 out of 5 users found this user opinion helpful.
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good speakers and great customer service
by MikAz5 on December 1, 2009
Pros: Booming sub great all around sound.
Cons: My sub stopped working about 2 months in, but Aperion had no problem sending out a new one free of charge.
Summary: There are cheaper options out there, but if you want speakers that you know are going to sound great these are the ones for you. The sound is clean and ...
Summary: There are cheaper options out there, but if you want speakers that you know are going to sound great these are the ones for you. The sound is clean and crisp and even when you pump up the volume.
3 out of 4 users found this user opinion helpful.
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Not worth it for money...
by JDHenn05 on October 1, 2009
Pros: Sounds pretty good, easy to set up. One of the best packaged deals.
Cons: If you piece together a an RF-82 or F-3 set from Klipsch you'll be awstruck and wouldn't believe that this is rated the best compared to Klipsch models. Could get the F-3 set for about $1600 and would never be disappointed and never look back.
4 out of 7 users found this user opinion helpful.
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Outstanding quality of workmanship and great sound
by frmorel on February 14, 2009
Pros: Construction quality.
Great sound quality, especially the sub-woofer which makes the living room floor shakes while not showing any sign of distortion.Cons: Trumpets could sound better.
Summary: I own Aperion audio speakers since 2 years now and I am still as happy on the first day I received them, free shipping, wrapped in velvet sleeves.
The glossy ...Summary: I own Aperion audio speakers since 2 years now and I am still as happy on the first day I received them, free shipping, wrapped in velvet sleeves.
The glossy piano finish (this is the black models) makes them a perfect match with my HD TV of the same finish and made my wife very happy for she was opposing having "big boxes / towers" in the living room.2 out of 2 users found this user opinion helpful.
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As good as it gets.
by mkelley9849 on June 15, 2012
Pros: Size, construction, design, wonderful sound, and gorgeous.
Cons: Me. These ears are tired.
Summary: Searched the 'net for speakers, and when I found these I thought I'd died and gone to heaven. I got these for home theater to watch movies. My space ...
Summary: Searched the 'net for speakers, and when I found these I thought I'd died and gone to heaven. I got these for home theater to watch movies. My space is small and awkward as it was built in 1964. Mounted the HDTV above the fireplace, then flanked it with the towers and placed the center speaker on the mantle. Mounted the satellites on the ceiling at the other end of the room, and ran the Aperion-supplied speaker wire (best I've ever used!) in the crawl space above, a painful experience indeed. The sub was placed on the floor against the right wall; there was no other location available
In my review above, I wrote: "The spikes are tremendous, and I half-expected the speakers to give up."
The cherry wood and black grills matched perfectly with our decor (happy wife!), and I settled in to set things up. I use a Denon amplifier to drive the system. When I had it set up, I gave it the acid test: the Kevin Costner/Robert Duvall movie "Open Range."
The gunfight in that movie is about the best ever filmed. But when you hear it, Oh. My. God! The spikes are tremendous, and I half-expected the speakers to give up. They were superb. Crisp, clean, taut response for the entire gunfight, and no discernible lag anywhere. When it was done, I was exhausted. And very, very pleased with my purchase.
Last but not least, the entire interaction with Aperion was flawless. They are very approachable and willing to help with any issue that may arise. It had been about twenty years since my last speaker purchase. The speaker wire they supply is the best I've ever seen; I'm a former technician and the copper is about as pure as you'll ever see.
And to top it off, the speakers came in purple velvet bags. What I'll do with those, I've no idea, but it's a nice touch.
I've used the speakers for two-and-a-half years now (June 15, 2012), and I'm as happy with them now as I was on day one. Great work, Aperion!
Updated on Jun 15, 2012
When I say spikes, I mean the audio spikes from the gunshots. There's a lot of instantaneous energy being dumped into the speakers. At volume, you feel that energy hit you physically, much like the shockwave from actual gunfire. I hope that clarifies my comment.1 out of 1 users found this user opinion helpful.
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Impressive
by daamodt on June 15, 2012
Pros: Great sound quality, top-notch customer service, simple design and easy to install, beautiful woodwork, finish, and construction.
Cons: Price. Bass not overpowering.
Summary: There is no doubt these speakers are top of the line and made by people who love music. The sound is top-notch and the speakers have a small footprint. The ...
Summary: There is no doubt these speakers are top of the line and made by people who love music. The sound is top-notch and the speakers have a small footprint. The bass is adequate for my needs, but may not blow away bassheads.
The only con I see is the price; however, I believe you get what you pay for. If you are looking for a long-term investment on speakers, then the price tag is compartively cheap. The customer service is first rate, the construction is exceptionally solid, and the finish fits well in any room. These speakers will definitely last for many years.1 out of 1 users found this user opinion helpful.
Specifications
- Manufacturer: Aperion Audio
- Part number: 2104
- Description: Have a smaller room but crave big sound? The Intimus 4T Hybrid SD home theater speaker system delivers the goods. A pair of Aperion's 4T Tower Speakers coupled with 4B bookshelf speakers plus at least 4C center channel speakers yield overall crystal clear vocals and immersive surround sound. All this is backed up by the rumble of Aperion's Bravus 8D, 8" subwoofer with dual aluminum drivers that fills your room with beautiful, tight bass. The punch of a prizefighter, wrapped in a small elegant package, that fits almost anywhere. The Intimus 4T Hybrid SD will delight your ears and your eyes, with performance that rivals systems twice its size and cost.
General
- Product type Home theater speaker system
- Speaker type Home theater speaker system
- System configuration 5.1-channel
- Speakers included 2 x Bookshelf speakers,
2 x Floor-standing speakers,
1 x Center channel speaker,
1 x Subwoofer - Color Medium cherry
- Enclosure material HDF
Features
- Speaker Type Active subwoofer, passive satellites
- Woofer size (inches) 1 in,
4 in - Audio amplifier Integrated
- Connectivity technology Wired
Details
- Driver details 1 x Tweeter driver - 1 in - Silk,
2 x Woofer driver - 4 in - Woven fiberglass - Driver details 1 x Tweeter driver - 1" - Silk,
1 x Woofer driver - 4" - Woven fiberglass - Driver details Center channel speaker : 1 x Tweeter driver - 1" - Silk,
Center channel speaker : 1 x Woofer driver - 4" - Woven fiberglass,
Center channel speaker : 1 x Passive radiator - 4" - Driver details Subwoofer : 2 x Subwoofer driver - 8" - Aluminum
Compatibility | Accessories
- Included accessories Remote control
- Remote control Remote control
Power
- Power device Power supply - Internal
Manufacturer Warranty
- Service & support 10 years warranty
- Service & support details Limited warranty - 10 years,
Limited warranty - Amplifier - 3 years
Product series
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Aperion Intimus 4T Hybrid SD (medium cherry)
Manufacturer: Aperion Audio
Specs: Home theater speaker system,
Wired,
Active subwoofer,
passive satellites,
150 Watt,
Medium cherry -
Aperion Intimus 4T Hybrid SD (black)
Manufacturer: Aperion Audio
Specs: Home theater speaker system,
Wired,
Active subwoofer,
passive satellites,
150 Watt,
High-gloss black
Manufacturer info
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- Manufacturer:Aperion Audio
- Address:
18151 SW Boones Ferry Road, Portland, OR 97224 - Phone: 1-888-880-8992
- Email: customerservice@aperionaudio.com
- Fax: 1-503-598-8831
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