The front of an AV receiver with a large volume dial. - Alexstepanov/Getty Images You can't have a home theater without an AV receiver to power speakers and handle device connectivity. Surround sound ...

A close-up of an AV receiver on a shelf - Alexstepanov/Getty Images If you're considering your audio-visual setup in any detail, you've almost certainly come across the concept of an amplifier or ...

To the untrained eye, an AV receiver may just look like a big black box that a bunch of TV and speaker wires run in and out of. Far more than a junction box for your go-to components like streaming ...

With more options than we’ve seen in years, here are our picks for Editors’ Choice Awards for AV receivers in 2024. While soundbars have come a long way over the years, nothing beats a good ...

Bluetooth receivers have gotten good enough to compete with wired setups. These five are the ones experts recommend for home audio and portable use.

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. You can't have a home theater without an AV receiver to power speakers and handle device connectivity. Surround sound enthusiasts may be ...