AV receivers can do more than route signals to your speakers. Several models include features for multi-room audio, streaming ...

Audio receivers have a lot of versatility.

Learn which AV receiver features matter most in 2026, including Dolby Atmos, HDMI 2.1, room correction, preamp outputs, multi-subwoofer support, and future-proof channel processing. For decades, the ...

If you're considering your audio-visual setup in any detail, you've almost certainly come across the concept of an amplifier or receiver to handle the sound. But what exactly is the difference between ...

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 ...

Covering home audio and video, Matthew Moskovciak helps CNET readers find the best sights and sounds for their home theaters. Prices on AV receivers range from as little as $100 up to several ...

More power, more channels, more streaming, and gaming support highlight Denon’s new AV Receivers for the coming year. Some consumers might scroll through the list of features and think that they are ...

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 ...

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 ...

AV receivers are embarrassingly backward compared with the rest of your home theater gear. Here's how they can get back on track. Covering home audio and video, Matthew Moskovciak helps CNET readers ...

When you're shopping for a receiver, the choice comes down to two basic options: audio visual (AV) receivers and stereo receivers. To make the best choice, you need to figure out where your needs lie.