Let's assign a point system to determine if you may benefit from an external amplifier, or if you would be better served by saving your cash. Please keep in mind this is not a biblical source. I ...

Last year I wrote about how the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has failed consumer audio in its Amplifier Rule to combat the unrealistic power claims made by many hi-fi amplifier manufacturers ...

When it comes to audio setups, there are really two main approaches: integrated amplifiers and separates. Integrated amp ...

August 4, 2008 Of all the equipment we use in our hi-fi and home theater systems, the thing that’s changed the least over the past 20 years is the speaker. After all, there’s only so many ways you can ...

It’s no surprise then that one of the first specifications a novice or seasoned enthusiast looking to buy an AV receiver or amplifier sees is its power output ratings. After all, it’s among the most ...

If you're looking to ditch your giant AV receiver for a compact stereo amp, the NAD D 3020 is the one to get. Matthew Moskovciak Senior Associate Editor / Reviews - Home theater Covering home audio ...

Marantz has been in the high-end audio for over 70 years and has announced the latest additions to its home theater components: the AV 20 AV Preamplifier and AMP 20 Power Amplifier. The two new models ...

Pioneer has announced two new members of its Elite Series of AV receivers, which are said to be the most powerful home theater amplifiers the company has ever produced. The similar-looking SC-55 and ...

For 2020 Marantz is introducing SR5015, SR6015, SR7015, and SR8015 A/V receivers offering 8K video pass-thru/upscaling with audiophile-quality sound for home theater or music. This announcement comes ...

The Sony STR-DN840 is by far the best AV receiver value of the year, offering tons of wireless connectivity and six HDMI inputs for well under $500. Covering home audio and video, Matthew Moskovciak ...