When you're building a home theater system, most people get excited about speakers, the size of the TV or projector, and the idea of surround sound shaking the room. But one piece quietly does all the ...

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

AV receivers might be the nerve center of every serious home theater setup, but these big (and usually shiny and black) boxes aren’t exactly the most beautiful things to look at. However, Marantz’s ...

Pioneer has launched two new AV receivers under its Elite brand with the VSX-43 and VSX-70, both of which have been designed to include 4K/Ultra HD compatibility and expanded multi-zone and ...

PHOENIX--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Black Friday is usually the best day to upgrade home theater systems, especially after purchasing a new TV. Numerous discounts have been released by leading brands including ...

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 ...

Whether you're an audiophile with a huge music collection or a movie buff who wants theater-quality sound at home, a top-notch audio/video receiver is a must. The receiver is the nerve center of any ...

TV and home video editor Ty Pendlebury joined CNET Australia in 2006, and moved to New York City to be a part of CNET in 2011. He tests, reviews and writes about the latest TVs and audio equipment.

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 ...

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 ...