The Impaq 500 is comparatively expensive for a 2.1-channel system, and with a lack of 1080p upscaling and a dated operating system it doesn’t always justify its hefty price tag. But the system’s saving grace is its phenomenal sound quality, which is effortlessly powerful and wonderfully detailed, although don’t expect miracles from its virtual surround technology. The build quality and styling is also a cut above many 2.1 systems, making this a very promising start from a company that we hope to hear a lot more from in the future.Read full review
Overall
8/10
By Danny Phillips
Reviewed 30 October 2008
Updated 07 February 2011