Whether you're looking at a soundbar or a dedicated AV receiver and surround sound speakers, we'll help you decide what works for your living space and budget. TV and home video editor Ty Pendlebury ...

Audio Return Channel, or ARC, uses a single HDMI connection to send audio from a TV to the sound bar or AV receiver. In theory, this could simplify your setup, and reduce the number of cables you need ...

@MarkoPosavecwrites: Soundbar versus AV Receiver: Given that nowadays there are so many soundbar options, some of which offer virtual surround sound while others go as far as to feature dedicated ...

When building out an entry-level home theater system, one of the first things you need to decide is what kind of sound system you actually want. There are three main options to choose from: a soundbar ...

If you've bought a TV, soundbar, or AV receiver at any point over the last five years or so, there's a good chance it has an HDMI ARC port. The "ARC" in that moniker stands for Audio Return Channel, a ...

I’m about to say two words that will delight some, infuriate others, and echo a sentiment that has long been regarded as fact in the deeper reaches of the home theater community. Before one half of ...

Wireless music streaming is how most folks enjoy tunes and podcasts. Thanks to services like Spotify and Apple Music, indulging in your go-to playlists is as simple as pairing your phone or tablet to ...