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Since then, Soundmatters has expanded its product line by introducing a new beefed up version of their single unit sound wonder - the MAINstageHD Hi-Fi theater console. Further expanding and diversifying their product line, Soundmatters has also introduced their new SUBstage100 flatmagic active subwoofer – the world's first ultra-compact low profile audiophile subwoofer solution. In addition to offering these two new products separately, Soundmatters also offers them together in a single package dutifully dubbed as the FULLstageHD. It is this one-two combo of the MAINstageHD and SUBstage100 that will be the topic of this review.</p> <p align="center"><a href="atruereview/soundmatters_audio_system/m01.jpg"><img src="atruereview/soundmatters_audio_system/m01th.jpg" alt="Soundmatters FULLstageHD Audio System" title="Soundmatters FULLstageHD Audio System" width="250" height="135" border="0"></a><br> <font size="-1">Click on image for larger picture</font> </p> <p><strong>Packaging:</strong></p> <p align="left" style="margin-bottom: 0in">Soundmatters' FULLstageHD comes packaged in an unmarked brown cardboard box. Inside, the MAINstageHD and SUBstage100 are each packaged in their respective retail packages.</p> <p align="center" style="margin-bottom: 0in"><a href="atruereview/soundmatters_audio_system/s01.jpg"><img src="atruereview/soundmatters_audio_system/s01th.jpg" alt="Soundmatters FULLstageHD Audio System" title="Soundmatters FULLstageHD Audio System" width="250" height="135" border="0"></a><br> <font size="-1">Click on image for larger picture</font> </p> <p>Soundmatters' MAINstageHD comes packaged in a dark cardboard box with its name and face shot on the front of the box. The top side of the package displays the Features, Specifications, and included Accessories lists as well as diagrams of the unit's dimensions and three examples of how the MAINstageHD can be setup around a television. </p> <p align="center"><a href="atruereview/soundmatters_audio_system/m02.jpg"><img src="atruereview/soundmatters_audio_system/m02th.jpg" alt="Soundmatters FULLstageHD Audio System" title="Soundmatters FULLstageHD Audio System" width="250" height="76" border="0"></a><br> <font size="-1">Click on image for larger picture</font> </p> <p>Inside, the MAINstageHD unit is enclosed in a clear plastic bag and held in place by two plastic foam supports. The unit's accompanying remote is bagged and held in place inside a crevice on the foam support. The rest of the included accessories are enclosed in a small box located below the system.</p> <p align="center"><a href="atruereview/soundmatters_audio_system/m03.jpg"><img src="atruereview/soundmatters_audio_system/m03th.jpg" alt="Soundmatters FULLstageHD Audio System" title="Soundmatters FULLstageHD Audio System" width="250" height="229" border="0"></a><br> <font size="-1">Click on image for larger picture</font> </p> <p>Soundmatters' SUBstage100s package is exactly like that of the MAINstageHD, except with information relevant to the subwoofer. </p> <p align="center"><a href="atruereview/soundmatters_audio_system/s02.jpg"><img src="atruereview/soundmatters_audio_system/s02th.jpg" alt="Soundmatters FULLstageHD Audio System" title="Soundmatters FULLstageHD Audio System" width="250" height="78" border="0"></a><br> <font size="-1">Click on image for larger picture</font> </p> <p>Inside, the SUBstage100 is enclosed in a plastic bag and held in place by two plastic foam supports. The included AC and audio cables are neatly twist tied under the unit.</p> <p align="center"><a href="atruereview/soundmatters_audio_system/s03.jpg"><img src="atruereview/soundmatters_audio_system/s03th.jpg" alt="Soundmatters FULLstageHD Audio System" title="Soundmatters FULLstageHD Audio System" width="250" height="220" border="0"></a><br> <font size="-1">Click on image for larger picture</font> </p> <p><strong>Features:</strong></p> <p align="left">Features and specifications for the FULLStageHD audio system can be seen on Soundmatter's <a href="http://soundmatters.com/fullstage.html">web site</a>. </p> <ul> <li>Projects an engaging high definition theater experience without traditional front (L+R) or rear speakers/wires </li> <li> Connect up to 4 analog/digital sources to the slim, centrally-located MAINstageHD active multi-speaker console</li> <li> Adjustable leveling feet</li> <li> Magnetically shielded</li> <li> Channels reverse for under-cabinet mounting or rear channel use</li> <li> Deep articulate bass to 35Hz with powered flatmagic™ SUBstage100 subwoofer. Hide behind a plant or TV, under a bed or couch. Adjustable bass-level via IR remote. </li> <li> Patented and proprietary speakers, subwoofer and enclosure technology – 180W digital rms amplification, Zoran® VMD surround algorithms, discrete 5.1 rear channel line output </li> <li> Proprietary Dialog+ circuit dramatically improves TV/movie voice intelligibility </li> <li> Built-in high-efficiency digital power supply works almost anywhere in the world </li> <li> Simple to use – included 9-button IR remote</li> </ul> <p><strong>Specifications:</strong></p> <ul> <li>Frequency Response: 35Hz-20kHz +3dB, 1w/1m (anechoic)</li> <li> Maximum SPL@1m: 104dB</li> <li> Power <ul> <li> MAINstageHD: 80 W RMS < 0.8%THD into 4 Ohm</li> <li> SUBstage100: 100W RMS</li> </ul> </li> <li> Inputs <ul> <li> Source 1 – Analog: 150mV - 2V variable (3.5mm)</li> <li>Source 2 – Analog: 2V (RCA pair)</li> <li> Source 3 – Digital: SP/DIF coaxial</li> <li> Source 4 – Digital: Optical/Toslink</li> </ul> </li> <li> Subwoofer EQ:70Hz, Flat, +3dB (SUBstage only)</li> <li> Sub Phase Adjustment: variable 0-180° (SUBstage only)</li> <li> Software Options: L/R channel reverse, rear channel on/off (user configurable)</li> <li> Standby Power: Less than 2.85W</li> <li> Weight (approx)</li> <li> MAINstageHD: 2.2kg (4.85lb)</li> <li> SUBstage100: 6.2kg (14lb)</li> </ul> <p align="right"><a href="atruereview/soundmatters_audio_system/fullstageHD.php"></a> <a href="soundmatters_audio_system/fullstageHD.php">Next (FULLstageHD Audio System Description)</a></p> </div> </td> </tr> </table> </div> <div id="footer" class="clr"> <div class="rk-1"> <div class="rk-2"> <div id="the-footer">  </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </body> </html>