Pioneer's flagship AV receiver (we're not counting the delayed-but-impending SC-09TX which debuted at the 2007 CEDIA) is simply beautiful. The receiver has a piano gloss finish and, unlike the ...

Over the past few years, Onkyo has been pushing the envelope, revitalizing its AV receiver lineup with models like the RZ50 ...

The perennial AVR or separates question has always had AV enthusiasts scratching their heads. The same conundrum faces hi-fi aficionados in the two-channel world. But for the purposes of this article, ...

Covering home audio and video, Matthew Moskovciak helps CNET readers find the best sights and sounds for their home theaters. Every year AV receiver manufacturers tend to add one marquee feature to ...

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Denon has announced the S-5BD AV receiver-Blu-ray combo unit at CES 2010, fitting the two components into a sleek package, but for a hefty price. Matthew Moskovciak Senior Associate Editor / Reviews - ...

If you purchase an independently reviewed product or service through a link on our website, Rolling Stone may receive an affiliate commission. An AV receiver is the hub of a home theater system. It is ...

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 ...

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 ...

The Onkyo TX-NR696 is the best AV home-theater receiver for those looking for a budget-ish option. This receiver was released in 2019 with a wealth of connectivity that supports multiple audio formats ...

So you’ve got the high-def, wide-screen, 4K video television, multiple surround speakers and a subwoofer the size of a dorm fridge. You’re almost there — but if you want the full home theater ...