Soundbars may be convenient, easy to set up and perform better than your TV's built-in speakers, but if you want true home theater sound in your living room, even the best soundbar isn't going to cut ...

To the untrained eye, an AV receiver may just look like a big black box that a bunch of TV and speaker wires run in and out of. Far more than a junction box for your go-to components like streaming ...

One of the most important factors in any home audio setup is the receiver — often called an AV receiver, a home theater receiver or just an audio receiver. It’s no wonder buyers take their time ...

With more options than we’ve seen in years, here are our picks for Editors’ Choice Awards for AV receivers in 2024. While soundbars have come a long way over the years, nothing beats a good ...

If you purchase an independently reviewed product or service through a link on our website, Variety may receive an affiliate commission. The rise in popularity of soundbars and powered speakers over ...