Definitive Technology CS-9060 Black
Score: 86/100
Yamaha YHT-5960U
Score: 83/100Rankings
The Definitive Technology CS-9060 is a high-performance center channel speaker with an integrated 8" powered subwoofer, delivering strong bass and clear dialogue. Its large size and need for top clearance limit placement flexibility. Ideal for dedicated home-theater setups seeking premium sound.
The Yamaha YHT-5960U is a 5.1-channel home theater bundle offering 725 W of power, HDMI 2.1 with 8K/4K120 video, and comprehensive smart features. It lacks Dolby Atmos height speakers and some users encounter HDR handshake problems, which may affect high-end home-theater setups. Ideal for renters or beginners seeking a plug-and-play system with future-proof video and multi-room streaming.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
— | 5.1best | |
40,000 Hzbest | — | |
150 W | 725 Wbest | |
91 dBbest | — | |
8 Ωbest | — | |
4.5 in | 8 inbest | |
1 inbest | — | |
8 inbest | 8 inbest |
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Power & Performance(1) | ||
Total Power Output (W) | 150 W | 725 W |
Audio(2) | ||
Frequency Response (Hz) | 40000 Hz | 28-200 Hz |
Woofer Size (in) | 4.5 in | 8 in |
General(1) | ||
Warranty (years) | 5 years | 2 years |
Build & Design(2) | ||
System Weight (lb) | 26 lb | 54 lb |
System Dimensions (H×W×D) (cm) | 6.0 in H × 20.8 in W × 12.0 in D cm | 17.15 x 43.49 x 37.80 cm cm |
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Professional reviewers praise the CS-9060 as the top choice for a center channel in home theater setups, highlighting its integrated powered subwoofer, crystal-clear aluminum tweeter highs, sleek modern aesthetics, and Dolby Atmos/DTS:X compatibility, while cautioning that its large footprint and upward-firing subwoofer demand ample, unobstructed space.
Everyday users consistently commend the speaker's powerful built-in bass, clear dialogue, and premium look, but many complain about its size, weight, and the need for top clearance, noting it's overkill for music-only environments and unsuitable for tight spaces.
“hefty bass from the built-in subwoofer”
“HDR not supported”
“Easy setup with app and wires; strong bass from 8-inch subwoofer; reliable Bluetooth/Wi-Fi streaming; good for movies/gaming”
Professional reviewers commend the YHT-5960U for its future-proof HDMI 2.1 video capabilities, clean high-slew-rate amplification, and comprehensive smart features such as MusicCast and voice control. They highlight the CINEMA DSP 3D processing and gaming-focused enhancements (VRR, ALLM, 4K @ 120 Hz) as strong points, while noting the absence of height-channel support for Atmos as the primary drawback.
Everyday users praise the system's easy YPAO setup, solid bass from the 8-inch subwoofer, and reliable Bluetooth/Wi-Fi streaming, especially for movies and gaming. Recurring complaints focus on occasional HDMI HDR handshake issues with newer consoles and the subwoofer's limited low-frequency depth in larger spaces, with many preferring a wired network for stable streaming.
