Although it's no match for a real 5.1-channel system, the ES7001 offers the best performance we've encountered from a soundbar by virtue of its excellent surround effect placement and smooth, powerful playback of movies and music. It's just a shame that Marantz couldn't have shoved OPSODIS inside something a bit cheaper. At close to £800, it's almost twice the price of soundbars from Philips (which also boasts a built-in DVD player) and Yamaha, and we're not sure its capabilities or features are sufficiently superior to justify such a premium. But if you have the money and want the best sound quality no matter the cost, then this is the soundbar for you.Read full review
Overall
9/10
By Danny Phillips
Reviewed 07 April 2008
Updated 07 February 2011