Centered around a Kaleidescape Strato S, this $70K home theater system features a high-performance Theory Audio 5.1.2 speaker configuration with a Denon receiver. “The Theory system has the power and precision needed to maximize the listening experience and create suspension of disbelief by immersing the listener in an uncannily real bubble of sound,” says Mark Henninger. Projected onto a ScreenExcellence 110” screen, Sony’s VPL-VW1025ES 4K projector and Kaleidescape’s Strato S deliver a “movie theater-beating” experience. Read about the entire system in Mark’s AVS Forum review.

Source Device

Brand: Kaleidescape
Model Number: Compact Terra 6TB (server) + Strato C (player)
Description: 4K, HDR10 capable content

AV Receiver

Brand: Denon
Model Number: AVR-X8500H
Description: 13.2 channel 150W HT receiver

Amplified Loudspeaker Controller

Brand: Theory Audio
Model Number: ACL1809
Description: 1RU high-res DSP

Surface-Mount Speakers

Brand: Theory Audio
Model Number: sb25
Description: 5.1.2 system at 117 dB

Subwoofers

Brand: Theory Audio
Model Number: sb15
Description: 15” sub

Projector

Brand: Sony
Model Number: VW1025ES
Description: 4K projector

Projection Screen

Brand: Screen Excellence
Model Number: 110” 16:9 Ambient-Visionaire XL
Description: ambient light-rejecting screen