Some soundbars offer an upgrade path including optional subwoofers and rear speakers which is a great feature. Home theater systems are notoriously difficult, with several options and technical ...

From compact Bluetooth speakers that can piggyback on your home Wi-Fi network (to up the audio quality indoors), to premium Wi-Fi models designed for multi-room setups, there’s something here ...

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This Alexa-powered speaker not only fills the room with sound but also has a wealth of useful features, including a built-in Matter smart home hub, temperature sensor, and an Eero Wi-Fi satellite ...

They're also some of the best-sounding wireless speakers, soundbars and home audio systems we've ever heard. And with former Pandora (the music-streaming service) exec Tom Conrad stepping in at ...

All things considered, the Z407 is a versatile set of 2.1 speakers that deliver a welcome grunt to any home system with detailed mids and highs and a generous helping of low-end courtesy of the ...

"Our California-inspired style reflects that effortless, lived in-vibe," says Kaye, an L.A. native, adding that "cozy is about creating a home that feels both intentional and effortless—a place ...

To find the best Bluetooth speakers for listening at home, traveling, or multi-room audio, I tested 21 speakers from the biggest names in the space, including Ultimate Ears, JBL, Sonos ...

Finally, we've tried each speaker in different locations to see how they perform in the cozy confines of a patio to large backyards or public parks. Read on to discover which are the best outdoor ...

an AV receiver is the beating heart of a home theater system. You’ll be hard-pressed to wire up any bookshelf speakers, floor-standing speakers, or subwoofers without one of these bad boys!

Without an amplifier, you simply don't get a sound. You can cover amplification by connecting sources straight into active speakers, which have amplifiers built into the cabinets, or by opting for a ...

A handful of streaming services offer high-res audio. These are the best places to find better-than-CD-quality sound. My career has taken me through an eclectic assortment of fields, and connected ...