User:B137/Shelf stereo
The term shelf stereo refers to any home stereo system that is physically suitable for placement on a shelf or other similar location. Shelf stereo systems are becoming increaingly popular as their capabilities for their size and price are increasing. Shelf stereos are often rated using the total system power in order to "beef-up" their apparent power.
History[edit]
Shelf stereos basically date back to the radio receivers often found in diners ever since the advent of radio; however, these early receivers were not sterophonic recievers, they are the predeceasers of shelf stereo.
Today[edit]
In terms of power, many shelf stereo systems are considerably good, many of them having a total system power greater than 500 watts, which is considerably more than many surround sound receivers, which are usually higher in price. Most shelf steres use either the standard 2 channel format or the 2.1 channel format, with the latter being more common in the higher powered systems. The "point one" indicates the use of a subwoofer along with the two main speakers.