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BenQ HT4550i Review | 84 Data compared

Avg. price:~£2,460Native panel resolution:2716x1528ANSI lumens:3200Throw ratio:1.15-1.5:1Lamp life:20000 hours

BenQ HT4550i Review: Compare 84 technical specifications and user reviews to see how this product ranks in the Projectors category and whether it is worth buying.

BenQ HT4550i
7.6/10

Overall score

Score
7.6/ 10
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What it is
An overall evaluation of the projector's quality, based on technical analyses and user reviews.
When it matters
When you need a quick reference to identify the best projectors on the market.
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90%

7.8

Technical score

10%

6.4

User score

â–²Better than 87% of projectors
5.7

Value for money

Value for money
5.7/ 10
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What it is
An indicator that combines the projector's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a projector with a good balance between quality and price.
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70%

7.6

Overall score

30%

1.0

Price

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7.8

Technical score

Technical score
7.8/ 10
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What it is
An assessment of technical performance for products in the Projectors category across these key areas: Image Quality, Projection & Lens, HDMI & Gaming, Connectivity, Audio & Features, Design & Power.
When it matters
When you want to compare projectors based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
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Score components

42%

9.0

Image Quality

22%

5.1

Projection & Lens

12%

8.6

HDMI & Gaming

10%

7.3

Audio & Features

8%

9.5

Connectivity

6%

6.0

Design & Power

★Better than 91%
6.4

User score

User score
6.4/ 10
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What it is
A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the projector.
When it matters
When you want to know how a projector performs in real use and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.
Score distribution
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70%

6.4

User ratings

30%

6.5

Number of reviews

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Technical Specifications of projector BenQ HT4550i

Technical score
Technical score
7.8/ 10
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What it is
An assessment of technical performance for products in the Projectors category across these key areas: Image Quality, Projection & Lens, HDMI & Gaming, Connectivity, Audio & Features, Design & Power.
When it matters
When you want to compare projectors based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
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42%

9.0

Image Quality

22%

5.1

Projection & Lens

12%

8.6

HDMI & Gaming

10%

7.3

Audio & Features

8%

9.5

Connectivity

6%

6.0

Design & Power

7.8
User score
User score
6.4/ 10
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What it is
A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the projector.
When it matters
When you want to know how a projector performs in real use and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.
Score distribution
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Score components

70%

6.4

User ratings

30%

6.5

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
6.4
Popularity
Popularity
6.5/ 10
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What it is
An indicator based on the number of reviews received by the projector.
When it matters
When you prefer to buy a product chosen and reviewed by many other consumers.
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Popularity:
BenQ HT4550i has a popularity score of 6.5 points, which is higher than 60.6% of projectors.
6.5
Value for money
Value for money
5.7/ 10
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What it is
An indicator that combines the projector's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a projector with a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
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70%

7.6

Overall score

30%

1.0

Price

5.7
ANSI lumens
3,200
This projector reaches 3,200 ANSI lumens, brighter than 73.9% of projectors and equal to 3.2% of projectors.
Contrast ratio
2,000,000:1
This projector has a contrast ratio of 2000000:1, higher than 88.4% of projectors and equal to 1.9% of projectors.
Dynamic contrast ratio.
Native panel resolution
2716x1528
This projector uses a native resolution of 2716x1528, higher than 89% of projectors and equal to 2.1% of projectors.
Uses XPR pixel-shifting for 4K output.
Output Resolution
3840x2160
This projector supports output resolution up to 3840x2160, higher than 69.1% of projectors and equal to 26.1% of projectors.
Projection technology
DLP
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Throw ratio
1.15-1.5:1
Min throw distance
?
Max projection size
?
Zoom ratio
1.3
This projector offers a zoom ratio of 1.3, wider than 39.5% of projectors and equal to 13.7% of projectors.
Motorized zoom
no
This projector does not have motorized zoom. 16.3% of projectors have motorized zoom.
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Input lag
17.9 ms
This projector has input lag of 17.9 ms, lower than 66.9% of projectors and equal to 1.8% of projectors.
In Fast Mode at 4K/60Hz.
Auto low latency mode (ALLM)
yes
This projector supports ALLM. 82.9% of projectors support ALLM.
Auto-switches from compatible game signals.
Variable refresh rate (VRR)
no
This projector does not support VRR. 1.6% of projectors support VRR.
HDMI version
2.1
This projector supports HDMI 2.1, more modern than 82.3% of projectors and equal to 17.7% of projectors.
Ports include HDMI 2.1 and HDMI 2.
Max HDMI bandwidth
18 Gbps
This projector supports HDMI bandwidth up to 18 Gbps, higher than 47.7% of projectors and equal to 40.1% of projectors.
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N. of HDMI ports
2
This projector has 2 HDMI port/s, more than 45% of projectors and equal to 47.7% of projectors.
Plus 1 internal HDMI port dedicated to the included streaming dongle.
Wi-Fi connectivity
yes
This projector supports Wi-Fi. 47.2% of projectors support Wi-Fi.
Wi-Fi via included Android TV dongle.
Wi-Fi version
Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac)
This projector supports Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), more modern than 55.1% of projectors and equal to 29.4% of projectors.
Wi-Fi via included Android TV dongle.
Bluetooth connectivity
yes
This projector supports Bluetooth. 49.6% of projectors support Bluetooth.
Bluetooth via included Android TV dongle.
Bluetooth version
5
This projector supports Bluetooth 5, more modern than 63% of projectors and equal to 17.7% of projectors.
Bluetooth via included Android TV dongle.
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Smart TV features
yes
This projector has smart TV features. 56.4% of projectors have smart TV features.
Android TV via included dongle.
Operating system
none
Android OS
no
This projector does not run Android OS. 18.8% of projectors run Android OS.
Dedicated smartphone app
?
Remote control
yes
This projector includes a remote control. 1.6% of projectors include a remote control.
Two remotes included.
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Light source type
led
This projector uses led light source technology, more advanced than 33.1% of projectors and equal to 39% of projectors.
Laser Light Source
no
This projector does not use a laser light source. 28.1% of projectors use a laser light source.
Lamp life
20,000 hours
This projector offers lamp life of 20,000 hours, shorter than 34.4% of projectors and equal to 27.6% of projectors.
LED light source life.
Lamp life (eco mode)
30,000 hours
This projector offers eco-mode lamp life of 30,000 hours, shorter than 62.5% of projectors and equal to 33.2% of projectors.
Operating power consumption
380 W
This projector uses 380 W of power, more than 88.4% of projectors and equal to 1.1% of projectors.
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BenQ HT4550i vs the average projector

246810TotalImage QualityProjection & LensHDMI & GamingConnectivityAudio & FeaturesDesign & Power
  • Higher contrast ratio
    This projector has a higher contrast ratio than the average projector (2000000:1 vs 10000:1). The average projector has 10000:1 of contrast ratio.
    Dynamic contrast ratio.
    2,000,000:1 vs 10,000:1
  • Wider color gamut
    This projector has a higher color gamut coverage than the average projector (100% DCI-P3, 100% Rec.709 % vs 99% Rec.709 %). The average projector has 99% Rec.709 % of color gamut coverage.
    100% DCI-P3, 100% Rec.709 % vs 99% Rec.709 %
  • Higher output resolution
    This projector supports a higher output resolution than the average projector (3840x2160 vs 1920x1080). The average projector outputs at 1920x1080 resolution.
    3840x2160 vs 1920x1080
  • 45.5% brighter image
    This projector has higher ANSI lumens than the average projector (3,200 vs 2,200). The average projector has 2,200 ANSI lumens.
    3,200 vs 2,200
  • High native resolution
    This projector has a higher native panel resolution than the average projector (2716x1528 vs 1920x1080). The average projector has a native panel resolution of 1920x1080.
    Uses XPR pixel-shifting for 4K output.
    2716x1528 vs 1920x1080
  • Supports HDR10+
    This projector supports HDR10+, while the average projector does not. 15.7% of projectors support HDR10+.
  • Supports ALLM
    This projector supports ALLM, while the average projector does not. 17.2% of projectors support ALLM.
    Auto-switches from compatible game signals.
  • Supports pixel shifting
    This projector supports pixel shifting, while the average projector does not. 28.4% of projectors support pixel shifting.
    Via XPR technology.
  • Higher contrast ratio
    This projector has a higher contrast ratio than the average projector (2000000:1 vs 10000:1). The average projector has 10000:1 of contrast ratio.
    Dynamic contrast ratio.
    2,000,000:1 vs 10,000:1
  • Wider color gamut
    This projector has a higher color gamut coverage than the average projector (100% DCI-P3, 100% Rec.709 % vs 99% Rec.709 %). The average projector has 99% Rec.709 % of color gamut coverage.
    100% DCI-P3, 100% Rec.709 % vs 99% Rec.709 %
  • Higher output resolution
    This projector supports a higher output resolution than the average projector (3840x2160 vs 1920x1080). The average projector outputs at 1920x1080 resolution.
    3840x2160 vs 1920x1080
  • 45.5% brighter image
    This projector has higher ANSI lumens than the average projector (3,200 vs 2,200). The average projector has 2,200 ANSI lumens.
    3,200 vs 2,200
  • High native resolution
    This projector has a higher native panel resolution than the average projector (2716x1528 vs 1920x1080). The average projector has a native panel resolution of 1920x1080.
    Uses XPR pixel-shifting for 4K output.
    2716x1528 vs 1920x1080
  • Supports HDR10+
    This projector supports HDR10+, while the average projector does not. 15.7% of projectors support HDR10+.
  • Supports pixel shifting
    This projector supports pixel shifting, while the average projector does not. 28.4% of projectors support pixel shifting.
    Via XPR technology.
  • 0.18 inch larger DMD chip
    This projector has a higher DMD chip size than the average projector (0.7 inch vs 0.47 inch). The average projector has 0.47 inch of DMD chip size.
    0.65 inch vs 0.47 inch
  • Supports HLG
    This projector supports HLG, while the average projector does not. 42.7% of projectors support HLG.
  • Supports ALLM
    This projector supports ALLM, while the average projector does not. 17.2% of projectors support ALLM.
    Auto-switches from compatible game signals.
  • Supports frame interpolation
    This projector supports frame interpolation, while the average projector does not. 37.1% of projectors support frame interpolation.
    Motion Enhancer 4K.
  • Modern HDMI standard
    This projector offers Modern HDMI standard than the average projector (2.1 vs 2). The average projector supports HDMI 2.0.
    Ports include HDMI 2.1 and HDMI 2.
    2.1 vs 2.0
  • 9.1 ms lower input lag
    This projector has a lower input lag than the average projector (17.9 ms vs 27 ms). The average projector has 27 ms of input lag.
    In Fast Mode at 4K/60Hz.
    17.9 ms vs 27 ms
  • Supports HDMI ARC
    This projector supports HDMI ARC, while the average projector does not. 36% of projectors support HDMI ARC.
    Via eARC.
  • Built-in Chromecast
    This projector supports built-in Chromecast, while the average projector does not. 26% of projectors support built-in Chromecast.
    Via included Android TV dongle.
  • Includes S/PDIF output
    This projector has an S/PDIF output, while the average projector does not. 17.2% of projectors have an S/PDIF output.
  • Supports AirPlay
    This projector supports AirPlay, while the average projector does not. 40% of projectors support AirPlay.
    Requires built-in Wireless Projection app.
  • 1 more RJ45 ports
    This projector has more RJ45 ports than the average projector (1 vs 0). The average projector has 0 RJ45 ports.
    1 vs 0
  • 1 more USB ports
    This projector has more USB ports than the average projector (2 vs 1). The average projector has 1 USB ports.
    2 vs 1
  • Supports Miracast
    This projector supports Miracast, while the average projector does not. 45.1% of projectors support Miracast.
  • Built-in smart TV features
    This projector has built-in smart TV features, while the average projector does not. 43.7% of projectors have built-in smart TV features.
    Android TV via included dongle.
  • Supports Dolby Atmos
    This projector supports Dolby Atmos, while the average projector does not. 14.9% of projectors support Dolby Atmos.
    Via eARC pass-through.
  • Supports voice commands
    This projector supports voice commands, while the average projector does not. 36.3% of projectors support voice commands.
  • 10,000 hours longer eco lamp life
    This projector has a higher lamp life in eco mode than the average projector (30,000 hours vs 20,000 hours). The average projector has 20,000 hours of lamp life in eco mode.
    LED light source life.
    30,000 hours vs 20,000 hours
  • Basic light source
    This projector has Basic light source than the average projector (led vs laser). The average projector uses a laser light source.
    led vs laser
  • 15 % less horizontal lens shift
    This projector has fewer horizontal lens shift than the average projector (15 % vs 30 %). The average projector has 30 % horizontal lens shift.
    15 % vs 30 %
  • No sleep timer
    This projector does not have a sleep timer, while the average projector does. 80.6% of projectors have a sleep timer.
  • 50% weaker audio output
    This projector has a lower audio output power than the average projector (5 W vs 10 W). The average projector has 10 W of audio output power.
    5 W vs 10 W
  • 145 W higher power use
    This projector uses more power than the average projector (380 W vs 235 W). The average projector uses 235 W of power.
    380 W vs 235 W
  • 2 dB louder operation
    This projector has a higher audible noise than the average projector (32 dB vs 30 dB). The average projector has 30 dB of audible noise.
    32 dB vs 30 dB
  • 2.13x heavier weight
    This projector is heavier than the average projector (6.6 kg vs 3.1 kg). The average projector weighs 3.1 kg.
    6.6 kg vs 3.1 kg
  • 24.2% lower user score
    User score
    6.4/ 10
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    What it is
    A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the projector.
    When it matters
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    BenQ HT4550i has a lower user score than the average projector (6.44 vs 8.000).
    6.44 vs 8
  • 24.2% lower user score
    User score
    6.4/ 10
    ✕
    What it is
    A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the projector.
    When it matters
    When you want to know how a projector performs in real use and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.
    Score distribution
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    the average projector
    BenQ HT4550i has a lower user score than the average projector (6.44 vs 8.000).
    6.44 vs 8
  • 3.19x more expensive
    BenQ HT4550i is more expensive than the average projector (£2,460 vs £770).
    £2,460 vs £770
  • 15.1% worse value for money
    BenQ HT4550i has a lower value-for-money score than the average projector (5.65 vs 6.5).
    5.65 vs 6.51
  • 15 % less horizontal lens shift
    This projector has fewer horizontal lens shift than the average projector (15 % vs 30 %). The average projector has 30 % horizontal lens shift.
    15 % vs 30 %
  • No sleep timer
    This projector does not have a sleep timer, while the average projector does. 80.6% of projectors have a sleep timer.
  • 50% weaker audio output
    This projector has a lower audio output power than the average projector (5 W vs 10 W). The average projector has 10 W of audio output power.
    5 W vs 10 W
  • Basic light source
    This projector has Basic light source than the average projector (led vs laser). The average projector uses a laser light source.
    led vs laser
  • 145 W higher power use
    This projector uses more power than the average projector (380 W vs 235 W). The average projector uses 235 W of power.
    380 W vs 235 W
  • 2 dB louder operation
    This projector has a higher audible noise than the average projector (32 dB vs 30 dB). The average projector has 30 dB of audible noise.
    32 dB vs 30 dB
  • 2.13x heavier weight
    This projector is heavier than the average projector (6.6 kg vs 3.1 kg). The average projector weighs 3.1 kg.
    6.6 kg vs 3.1 kg
  • 120.5 mm wider body
    This projector is wider than the average projector (420.5 mm vs 300 mm). The average projector has a width of 300 mm.
    420.5 mm vs 300 mm
  • 1.5 W higher standby power
    This projector uses more standby power than the average projector (2 W vs 0.5 W). The average projector uses 0.5 W of standby power.
    2 W vs 0.5 W

Video reviews

Hands-on testing, unboxing, and real-world video evaluations

9.0
MakeUseOf
≈ estimated
06/09/2023
Hands-on review · picture, gaming and speaker tests
Verdict
The BenQ HT4550i offers top-tier picture quality for enthusiasts, but its quirks and weak speakers hold it back.
9.0
The Daingeon
≈ estimated
10/08/2023
Unboxing and review · ambient light, black level and gaming tests
Verdict
The BenQ HT4550i has excellent picture quality in dark scenes and strong gaming performance.
9.0
Build Montage
≈ estimated
16/07/2023
Hands-on review · calibration, image and app tests
Verdict
The BenQ HT4550i is a strong contender among mid-range cinema projectors, though brightness and lens controls are limited.
9.0
Joe N Tell
≈ estimated
24/06/2023
Hands-on review · brightness, color and comparison with other models
Verdict
The BenQ HT4550i is a strong pick for a bright, accurate 4K projector, especially compared with earlier BenQ models.
8.0
Joe N Tell
≈ estimated
16/06/2023
First look · initial impressions and startup timing
Verdict
The BenQ HT4550i is a clear step up in brightness and contrast, though black levels are not perfect and startup is slow.
9.0
JoelsterG4K
≈ estimated
26/05/2023
First look · unboxing, setup and picture impressions
Verdict
The BenQ HT4550i looks great out of the box and offers plenty of settings to tune.
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Expert reviews

In-depth analysis and verdict from leading tech publications

projectorreviews.com
03/07/2023
Hands-on test · Gaming and movies
Verdict
The BenQ HT4550i is a bright, sharp 4LED projector with a vivid picture out of the box and fast gaming response that suits both movies and games.
whathifi.com
23/08/2023
Hands-on test · Bright HDR picture
Verdict
The BenQ HT4550i is bright and vivid for HDR movies, but dark scenes look gray with the Wide Color filter on.
rtings.com
20/02/2024
Lab test · Movies and gaming
Verdict
The BenQ HT4550i is a very good movie projector, bright enough for a moderately lit room and with a very wide color range.
soundandvision.com
21/02/2024
Hands-on test · Contrast and HDR
Verdict
The BenQ HT4550i is well calibrated out of the box, but limited contrast makes dark movie scenes look flat, so it suits light-walled living rooms better than dark cinemas.
pcmag.com
12/07/2024
Lab test · Gaming and home theater
Verdict
The BenQ HT4550i is an LED 4K projector with broad HDR support, a 1.3x zoom and fast gaming response, but rainbow flashes are more visible than on most projectors.
uk.pcmag.com
12/07/2024
Lab test · Solid-state light source
Verdict
The BenQ HT4550i suits dark-room viewers wanting an LED light source and wide lens shift, though rainbow flashes are easy to spot.
projectorcentral.com
31/05/2023
Lab test · Home theater
Verdict
The BenQ HT4550i is a very accurate 4K projector with flexible lens shift, best suited to moderately dark rooms, where its middling contrast matters less.
hometheaterhifi.com
30/08/2023
Long-form review · Home theater
Verdict
The BenQ HT4550i is a sharp, bright 4K projector with rare vertical lens shift and quiet operation, suited to a dedicated home theater, though its remote is fiddly.
makeuseof.com
04/09/2023
Hands-on test · Picture and streaming
Verdict
The BenQ HT4550i offers a deep, vivid picture with extensive color tuning, but its separate streaming dongle and quirks make everyday viewing more fiddly than it should be.
theappliancesreviews.com
11/06/2023
Lab test · Picture and gaming
Verdict
The BenQ HT4550i is bright, low-lag and rich in picture modes, but its green-tinted brightest mode and low native contrast hold back the picture.
digitaltrends.com
01/09/2023
Hands-on review · Setup and picture
Verdict
The BenQ HT4550i is a bright, factory-calibrated 4K projector with excellent lens shift, best used in a dark room, though its built-in sound is weak.
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02/03/2024
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28/06/2023
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Third-party reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
Reviews last updated: October 2026 · How we calculate this

What customers like about BenQ HT4550i

  • Excellent out-of-the-box color accuracy with 100% DCI-P3 coverage
  • High peak brightness of 3,200 ANSI lumens suitable for rooms with some ambient light
  • Exceptional HDR performance using BenQ's HDR-PRO technology
  • Low input lag (approx. 17.9ms at 4K/60Hz) making it highly suitable for gaming
  • Long-lasting 4LED light source with up to 30,000-hour lifespan
  • Flexible installation options with 2D lens shift (vertical and horizontal)

What customers don't like about BenQ HT4550i

  • Native contrast and black levels are considered limited for a high-end home theater projector
  • Built-in 5W mono speaker lacks depth and power compared to external systems
  • Fan noise can be noticeable when running at full brightness
  • Included Android TV dongle may have occasional software lag or connectivity quirks
  • Wide Color Gamut (WCG) filter significantly reduces brightness when engaged
  • Switching between gaming and movie modes can be a manual chore

Verdict

The BenQ HT4550i is a premium 4K UHD home cinema projector featuring a long-lasting 4LED light source that delivers 3,200 ANSI lumens of brightness and a dynamic contrast ratio of 2,000,000:1. Its standout characteristics include 100% DCI-P3 color gamut coverage, HDR-PRO technology with support for HDR10+ and HLG, and 2D lens shift (vertical 0-60%, horizontal ±15%) for flexible installation. The main pros are its exceptional out-of-the-box color accuracy, impressive peak brightness suitable for moderately lit rooms, and low input lag (down to 8.7ms at 1080p/240Hz) for gaming. However, its primary cons include limited native contrast that can lead to raised black levels in dark scenes, potential rainbow artifacts common to single-chip DLP designs, and a basic 5W mono speaker that lacks stereo separation.

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