Price Paid:  $650.00 from J+R Music World

Summary:
I've done extensive research on the JBL ProPack 600 and have come to find out that there are 2 models
Let me point out one HUGE difference: the 600II (next gen of the 600) plays MP3 cds and CDR, while the 600 does not. Very important to most of us out there.
Also, the 600II has a much-improved connector layout on the unit's back and has added a 6-channel input for DVD audio.
Personally, I recommend the 600II (well worth the extra $250 if you can spare it) over the refurb'd 600. I wish someone had pointed this out early in the game, as it's not immediately apparent.

Strengths:
PLAYS MP3 and CDR! Read the summary...you need to purchase the NextGen 600II

Weaknesses:
Big, yes...but that's what allows it to kill all other HTIBs.

Price Paid:  $850.00 from Best Buy

Summary:
My JBL 600 works great other than the fact it won't play gold backed dvds,since i payed almost 900 dollars for the thing i believe it should at least play normal dvds

Price Paid:  $8.00 from best buy

Summary:
it is a great system and JBL has always been a great brand, you should get one.

Strengths:
is sound

Weaknesses:
none

Similar Products Used:
bose,jvc,pioneer,sony

Price Paid:  $699.00 from best buy

Summary:
The propack is great, but only if it works!!!! Never had more repair problems with any other electronic device before. Bought it 3 1/2 months ago, had it in my possession a total of 2 weeks.I noticed that e-bay has a flood of these refurb units from Harmon(JBL) online for sale. Why isnt there any articles on there problems?

Strengths:
Great sound

Weaknesses:
continuous need for repair

Similar Products Used:
None

Price Paid:  $999.00 from Best Buy

Summary:
I purchased the JBL Pro Cinema in June of 2001 and within 3 months began having problems with the DVD player. It never consistently played all my compact disks and eventually will no longer play most DVD's. Nowhere in the JBL literature can I find an 800 number for assistance. I would not recommend purchasing this system.

Strengths:
Does not work

Weaknesses:
DVD player will not play compact disks and majority of DVD's either do not work or skip badly. JBL provides no 800 number in any of their literature provided with the system. My recommendation would be to purchase another brand.