ecoustics

Surround Sound A/V Receiver Buying Guide

All receivers should have inputs for the full range of video connectors — composite, S-video, component video, and HDMI. With the popularity and standardization of HDMI, the clunkier DVI inputs have ...

There's an alternative to 7.1 surround sound that's actually better

Having 7.1 surround sound is good, but I'd rather have this.
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This combo AVR and speaker package deal scores you cinematic surround sound at a huge discount

The bundle pairs the showstopping Marantz Cinema 30 AVR and cinematic Fyne Audio F500E AV Pack 2, which we've just reviewed.
Business Wire

All The Best Surround Sound System & Receiver Black Friday Deals (2019): Early Bose, Sony, Denon, Marantz, JBL, Yamaha & Vizio Sales Compared by Retail Egg

BOSTON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Compare the top early home theater & surround sound system deals for Black Friday 2019. Find up-to-date savings on Bose, LG, Yamaha, Samsung, Marantz, JBL, Denon, JBL, Vizio & ...
Business Wire

Top Surround Sound System & Receiver Black Friday 2019 Deals: Denon, Sony, Marantz, JBL, Vizio, Bose & Yamaha Home Theater Deals Listed by Deal Stripe

Check out our list of the top receiver & surround sound home theater system Black Friday 2019 deals and save on Denon, Marantz, Sony, Vizio, Bose & JBL home theater speakers BOSTON--(BUSINESS ...
Wired

Review: Yamaha RX-Z11 11.2 Surround Sound Receiver

More channels than a basic cable package. Plenty of HDMI inputs (five) for all your gear. Pumps out rich sound with detailed separation at low, medium, and traumatic brain injury inducing volumes.
Houston Chronicle

How to Set Up Samsung Surround Sound

Samsung offers a wide variety of surround sound system options, ranging from systems integrated with Blu-ray disc or DVD players to sleek, self-contained sound bars. Several of Samsung's surround ...
Electronic Design

AV Receivers: Understanding the Concept and Surround-Sound Formats

This article talks about the basic concepts behind AV receivers and home theaters, and how sound formats like Dolby and DTS are transforming these devices. The technology behind AV receivers. What are ...
Wired

Review: Yamaha RX-Z11 11.2 Surround Sound Receiver Rules Your Home Entertainment System

When it comes to top-shelf stereo receivers, Yamaha’s new RX-Z11 sets a high bar for feature-rich high definition amplifiers. Sure, it’s got your XM-HD, HD Radio, Dolby True HD, and neural surround.
Mercury News

Sound Advice: Consider room size and speaker sensitivity when buying a receiver

Q I want to buy a new receiver and am confused by the amplifier specifications. How do I know what they mean and what I need? — Gary K., Sewickley, Pa. A When choosing an amplifier or receiver the ...

I don't need a 7.1 receiver, and neither do you

Having 7.1 surround sound is overkill for most people.
ecoustics

WTF is Surround Sound?

Surround sound has been a part of the home theater experience for over 20 years, but how much do you know about it? The term “surround sound” is part of our everyday lexicon and with all the surround ...