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Energy Take Classic 5.1 Channel Home Theater Speaker System

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$499

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Update: This popular frontpage deal is available again, now with a new promo code.

Adorama has Energy Take Classic 5.1 Channel Home Theater Speaker System (1008207) on sale for $239.20 - $80.20 when you apply promo code JHCE9926 at checkout (apply under the "Payment" section) = $159. Shipping is free.

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Product Details:
  • High-gloss black MDF cabinets
  • Compact satellites, center channel and 200-watt subwoofer
  • Convergent Source Module with 3" poly-titanium woofer and 0.75" hyperbolic aluminum-dome tweeter
  • Subwoofer with 8-inch driver, front-firing port and Ribbed Elliptical Surround
  • Wide bandwidth, constant dispersion and low distortion design
  • Keyhole slots, threaded inserts and rubber bumpers for flexible placement
  • Front and rear venting for enhanced bass response

Editor's Notes

Written by Nate650 | Staff
  • Our research indicates that this deal is $140 less (46.8% savings) than the next best available price from a reputable merchant with prices starting from $299 at the time of this post.
  • This price is $20 lower than the recent Frontpage Deal.
No Longer Available:
  • Promo code JHCE8394

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Update: This popular frontpage deal is available again, now with a new promo code.

Adorama has Energy Take Classic 5.1 Channel Home Theater Speaker System (1008207) on sale for $239.20 - $80.20 when you apply promo code JHCE9926 at checkout (apply under the "Payment" section) = $159. Shipping is free.

Thanks to Sr. Deal Editor iconian for sharing this deal.

Note: You may remove Package Protection at checkout. Apply the promo/coupon code after clicking "Do you have a gift card or promo code?" in the "Payment" section.

Product Details:
  • High-gloss black MDF cabinets
  • Compact satellites, center channel and 200-watt subwoofer
  • Convergent Source Module with 3" poly-titanium woofer and 0.75" hyperbolic aluminum-dome tweeter
  • Subwoofer with 8-inch driver, front-firing port and Ribbed Elliptical Surround
  • Wide bandwidth, constant dispersion and low distortion design
  • Keyhole slots, threaded inserts and rubber bumpers for flexible placement
  • Front and rear venting for enhanced bass response

Editor's Notes

Written by Nate650 | Staff
  • Our research indicates that this deal is $140 less (46.8% savings) than the next best available price from a reputable merchant with prices starting from $299 at the time of this post.
  • This price is $20 lower than the recent Frontpage Deal.
No Longer Available:
  • Promo code JHCE8394

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GandalfNYC
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No, this contains only speakers. You need more equipment to actually make use of the speakers. As my post explains, it should be called a SPEAKER system, not a home theater system.
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Energy Take Classic is a passive 5.1 speaker system that can sound surprisingly strong for the money, especially in a medium sized room with a proper AVR and subwoofer. The small 3.5 inch woofers lean on the included sub for bass, and the setup has been described as a soundbar killer when paired with receivers like the Yamaha RX V385 or Denon AVR S270BT. The main catch is that no receiver is included, so it needs an amplifier or AVR before it can be used. It is a solid budget surround option if you already have the gear to drive it.

  • The speaker system can deliver satisfying surround sound in a medium-sized room when paired with an RX-V series receiver.

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  • The passive speaker design can work well with an AVR receiver and a powered subwoofer for fuller bass output.

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  • The system can be used for PC audio setups when paired with the right amplifier equipment.

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  • The speakers can be mounted for ceiling use by removing the included plastic mount and using compatible mono mounts.

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  • The listing naming can be misleading because the box contains only speakers and no receiver is included.

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  • The system requires an AVR that supports at least five channels, which adds cost beyond the speaker-only purchase.

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  • The small 3.5-inch woofers rely on the subwoofer for bass, so bass performance depends on adding the right subwoofer.

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  • The 5.1 speaker-only setup may underperform compared with other speaker options at similar sale pricing.

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Quote from sackofpotatoes View quoted comment :
What do I need to drive this? Can I use this with a computer?
How would you connect this to a computer? These are passive speakers. You need an amplifier at minimum.
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FancyLaborer7933Sep 28, 2026 1:04 PM
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Saying order doesn't qualify for promotion
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Quote from FancyLaborer7933 View quoted comment :
Saying order doesn't qualify for promotion
Same for me. Bummer
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betterdealSep 28, 2026 7:21 PM
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Quote from Zorba1446 View quoted comment :
Yes it would be extremely silly. I'd hate to listen to a pair of tiny 3" woofers and 3/4" tweeters. Tiny speakers = tiny sound. If you are under such a tight budget, do yourself a favor and get these, $140/pr ($20 less for the "renewed" models) from Amazon: https://www.erinsaudiocorner.com/...i_bs5_nfs/
Agree that the 3.5" woofers need the subwoofer to fill in the base. From personal experience, this (or similar) multi-speaker surround system, paired with an AVR receiver, is a soundbar killer (even >$700 ones) though.
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Quote from betterdeal View quoted comment :
Agree that the 3.5" woofers need the subwoofer to fill in the base. From personal experience, this (or similar) multi-speaker surround system, paired with an AVR receiver, is a soundbar killer (even >$700 ones) though.
Oh sure, soundbars are a very low bar for comparison. And "helloha1" was asking about 2 channel music listening, not surround sound. I can't imagine anyone in their right mind would ever consider buying a soundbar for music listening.
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Deal is back!
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Quote from B1G_Mac View quoted comment :
Man, I remember when getting the Monoprice knockoff for $230 was a steal. Granted that was over a decade ago...
I got that knockoff system for $130 5 years ago. THAT was a steal. It's selling for more than double what Adorama is asking for these now, lol. The knockoff sounds nearly identical to the Energy set. Still using it with my PC.

A good pairing for these would be a used Yamaha RX-V385 or a new (from Costco) or refurbed (from Denon) Denon AVR-S270BT if you want something with a warranty. Should outperform any soundbar for ~$450 or less.

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Quote from Zorba1446 View quoted comment :
No, you'd need an AVR that supports at least 5 channels. Given today's war- and tariff-driven crazy inflation, the smart thing to do would be to buy a used one off FBM or CL for $70-150 instead of getting robbed out of $600-800 for an entry level AVR that cost around $300-400 just a year or two ago.
It may sound cheesy, but your local Goodwill and Salvation Army store will have surprisingly good receivers for $30 to $50.
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Quote from LeeR9437 View quoted comment :
It may sound cheesy, but your local Goodwill and Salvation Army store will have surprisingly good receivers for $30 to $50.
Not cheesy at all---as long as it works, why not? 👍
Oct 3, 2026 4:17 AM
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pravslickOct 3, 2026 4:17 AM
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Can I ceiling mount the satellite speakers which come with this set?
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Quote from AquaAction229 View quoted comment :
These are the Logitech z5500's of home theatre. Legendary
ahhh z5500 good ol' days. How do these compare with the Logitech I wonder hmmm
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If you're in need of a 5.1 receiver to drive this set, may want to look for 5.1 optical receivers (non-HDMI) at shopgoodwill.com. I've picked up over a dozen receivers for around $29 each. Yes, you might get a bad one, but chances are they were donated due to being concerned outdated. Just keep in mind for many, you'll want to easily obtain the original remote (eBay), as many features are only available on the remote. Especially, Yamaha.

https://shopgoodwill.com/categori...radios?p=1
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Quote from B1G_Mac View quoted comment :
Man, I remember when getting the Monoprice knockoff for $230 was a steal. Granted that was over a decade ago...
Link for those who aren't familiar with the backstory. https://www.cnet.com/pictures/att...-pictures/
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Quote from l33tlion View quoted comment :
ahhh z5500 good ol' days. How do these compare with the Logitech I wonder hmmm
IIRC, those Logitech systems had very high distortion (~10%) compared to a receiver + speakers/sub (<1%).

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