JBL promises its Modern Audio system is the newbie-friendly entry into Hi-Fi audio, but is it? I spent two months finding out ...

Ex-movie theater projectionist Steve Guttenberg has also worked as a high-end audio salesman, and as a record producer. Steve reviewed audio products for CNET and worked as a freelance writer for ...

Overview: Strong AV receivers improve movies, music and gaming with better power and cleaner surround sound. Different room ...

A: If you’re only running a two-channel rig and your current receiver supplies plenty of power to your speakers, then there is little reason to upgrade. Q: Does my A/V receiver support HDMI 1.4 or ...

The new entry level Denon AV receiver is out and it is packed with more features than anybody has a right to expect for around $350. With plenty of connectivity options, features, and power, it’s hard ...

John P. Falcone is the senior director of commerce content at CNET, where he coordinates coverage of the site's buying recommendations alongside the CNET Advice team (where he previously headed the ...

It’s no surprise then that one of the first specifications a novice or seasoned enthusiast looking to buy an AV receiver or amplifier sees is its power output ratings. After all, it’s among the most ...

Today’s A/V receivers are more network-connected than ever before, and one of the advantages of that connectivity is the ability to use a smartphone or tablet as a replacement for a standard remote ...

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So you’ve got the high-definition, wide-screen, 4K video television. But if you want the full home theater experience, you need an AV receiver. Here are the four best models we’ve seen in the last ...

With more movies going straight to video on demand, it is easier than ever to watch hit titles from home. If you are looking to maximize your at-home viewing experience, you may want to replicate ...