The right sound system can turn watching a movie at home into a cinematic experience, and Yamaha is one of the best producers ...

Navigating the age-old debate in the home audio world, we often encounter the question that perennially puzzles both aud ...

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One of the biggest names in affordable hi-fi turntables just launched its most advanced pair of bookshelf speakers to date.

When building a home theater, many people take their time choosing between the best sound bars and speaker systems for their ...

Two of the more common simple audio formats are Dolby Digital (DD) or Digital Theater Systems (DTS). They both offer ...

Our reviewer was impressed by the system's warm and detailed audio, clean dialogue, and excellent balance across genres. However, this is still a soundbar rather than a full-sized home theater ...

Sony 5.1 Home Theater delivers immersive audio, transforming any living room into a cinematic space. With exceptional sound ...

All of our surround sound system reviews are carried out in our custom-built home cinema testing facilities, but you can read in more detail how we test surround sound systems at the bottom of this ...

Credit: Stan Schroeder / Mashable As of March 2025, our top picks include the smart home sound system the Sonos Move 2, the waterproof JBL Charge 5, and the charmingly retro (but brand new ...