ZVOX Audio IncrediBase 575HSD

The Z-Base 575HSD is 36 ” wide by 16.5 ” deep by 5 ” high. Everything is inside this compact cabinet – speakers, amplifier, virtual surround circuitry and dual powered subwoofers.

The 575HSD requires only one connecting cord. Hook it up to the analog audio output jacks on your TV – or the TV’s headphone jack – and you’re virtually done. You can place the 575HSD directly beneath most 37 " - 65" flat panel TVs*. TV base should not exceed 35 " in width or 15" in depth.TV should not exceed 140 pounds in weight. Safety instructions in Z-Base 575HSD Operating Instructions and in TV's Operating Instructions should be closely examined and followed.

If your TV has audio output jacks that can be set to “variable” (check your on-screen menu under “Audio” to see if you have this option), you can use your TV’s remote to control the 575HSD ’s sound. If not, use our supplied remote control. Our auto-on/auto-off circuit will turn the unit on about one second after you turn on your TV. Approximately three minutes after you turn off the TV, the ZVOX will go into “idle” mode. Volume, mute, PhaseCue (virtual surround), subwoofer level and treble are all controlled via our ZVOX remote. It couldn’t be simpler.

The 575HSD uses ZVOX’s proprietary PhaseCue virtual surround system to give you rich, three-dimensional sound with movies or music. With music, PhaseCue creates a very wide soundstage – it literally sounds like you are listening to speakers eight feet apart from each other. When listening to a good movie, the soundtrack will envelope you – putting you in the middle of the action. While no virtual surround system – including ours – will give you the surround effects of a good 5.1 system, the ZVOX 575HSD does a remarkable job. Sound & Vision magazine says our PhaseCue system “mixes different combinations of the left- and right-channel signals in and out of phase and sends them to the various drivers to create an impressive spread of sound, far larger than the box itself…remarkably ingenious.”

Most audio systems in our price category use very cheap speakers in plastic cabinets. But at ZVOX we’re “old school” about things like this. We use nothing but high quality speaker drivers, carefully designed by ZVOX engineers and manufactured to our specification. The 575HSD uses specially treated long-excursion main drivers. All speaker magnets are powerful Neodymium models that are magnetically shielded. The cabinet is MDF (medium density fiberboard), the same material uses in most high-end loudspeakers.

In the past three years, we know of no other audio systems that have received as many rave reviews as ZVOX. Here’s a short list of review excerpts for the ZVOX 575HSD:

"The bass output is better and stronger than it has any right to be, and the quality of the midrange drivers can hold their own for both TV sound and music reproduction." -Blu-rayDefinition.com

*CNET News columnist Steve Guttenberg named the ZVOX 575HSD single-cabinet home theater system as one of his 10 top audio products of 2009, saying "I'm not crazy about sound bar speakers in general, but the Z-Base575HSD has a huge advantage over most sound bars, and that is: it's huge. Not in width or height, but its depth is many times deeper than any sound bar out there. No wonder it sounds so good." - CNET

“The 575HSD throws a muscled punch that hits hard for music and high dramas. Bigger and beefier than its predecessors, the IncrediBase is a strong contender for soundbar with the most sound. Of course, it’s more than just that – and less, too. If you think all-in-one systems are all the same or that complexity is the character of effective technology, the ZVOX will change your thinking. Simple and effective - the IncrediBase is simply effective."-audiovideorevolution.com

...delivers bigger sound than you would expect...If you are looking for a no-frills, but practical, way to get better sound out of your TV, or even to listen to music, without the hassle of a complete home theater system, the Z-Base 575HSD is a good value and definitely worth a critical listen." -About.com

• Dimensions; 36” w x 16.5” d x 5” h
• Amplifier: The 575HSD uses a 133 watt amplifier.
• Inputs: Two analog RCA input jacks. Two digital audio inputs: one optical digital and one coaxial digital.
• Virtual surround sound: The 575HSD uses ZVOX’s proprietary PhaseCue virtual surround sound system. PhaseCue, as its name implies, manipulates the phase of the separate channels to “fool the ear” into believing that sound is coming from a variety of sources throughout the room. The benefits of PhaseCue vary greatly based on program material. Live music and well-recorded modern movie soundtracks will deliver rich, three-dimensional sound – pulling the sound out from the speakers and into the room, literally surrounding the listener. Unlike many digital virtual surround systems, PhaseCue does not create any “digital weirdness” – rain the sounds like white noise, female singers that sound like they’re standing in a giant tin can. Note: All virtual surround systems – including the PhaseCue system – are limited in their effects when compared to a good 5.1 system. And sitcoms, news broadcasts and soundtracks from older movies often have very little in the way of three-dimensional sound. That being said, PhaseCue is capable of generating a wonderful and engaging virtual surround experience.
• The 575HSD is bi-amplified, using a specially designed amplifier that includes electronic contouring for superb frequency response.
• The 575HSD ’s 2 6.5" subwoofers uses a high-mass long-throw design in a ported enclosure.
• The 575HSD ’s five 3.25 " main speaker drivers use ferrofluid and neodymium magnets to create remarkably loud, remarkably clear sound.
• The system is magnetically shielded so it can be used near a TV or monitor.
• Unlike most systems in its category, the 575HSD uses an MDF (medium density fiberboard) wood cabinet - instead of plastic. MDF is the preferred construction material for high-performance speaker systems.
• The 575HSD uses the ZVOX Infinite Compliance system - which connects the outer two main speakers with an acoustic tube. This system helps create big sound from a small cabinet.
• A subwoofer output jack on the rear allows owners to connect a separate powered subwoofer (optional).
• Auto-on/auto-off circuit senses sound from source (TV, iPod, PC) and turns on the 575HSD two seconds later. Approximately three minutes after it has received no signal, it automatically shuts the unit off.
• Simple, single-cord connecting system uses a dual RCA jacks or single optical or coaxial digital jacks on rear panel.
• A 2-meter RCA-RCA connecting cord is included.
• The ZVOX 575HSD is backed by a one year limited parts and labor warranty. For services issues, email info@zvoxaudio.com.

• One stereo RCA to stereo RCA connecting cable
• One remote control with power on/off, volume up/down, "mute", phasecue up/down, subwoofer up/down and treble up/down
• Power cord
• One-sheet safety instructions and operations manual