Receivers & Amplifiers

ideal for pure sound quality and durabilty.

2 expert reviews | 8 user reviews

The Pioneer VSX-1016TXV offers formidable home-theater sound and a solid feature set for a midrange A/V receiver, with only its minimalist HDMI features falling short.

2 expert reviews

Not exactly class-leading ability, but the Puccini Settanta is definitely top of the class when it comes to looks

3 expert reviews | 1 user reviews

The Harman/Kardon AVR-347 is one of the lower-priced 1080p HDMI receivers available. It delivers plenty of power along with 1080p compatibility and upconversion over HDMI.

5 expert reviews | 27 user reviews

If you're looking for a budget receiver, put the SR500 on your short list.

3 expert reviews | 5 user reviews

As long as you keep your expectations modest, you'll be very happy with this system

3 expert reviews | 10 user reviews

I am on my fifth AV receiver and purchased the used Sony since it had been through it's burn in period. So far it is working perfectly. As stated it was in mint condition.

267 user reviews

The AVR-2308CI is one of the most versatile receivers I have tested with features like independent channel trims per mode, Audyssey MultEQ, HDMI upconversion with OSD support, and more.

2 expert reviews | 39 user reviews

After trying out many good quality amps I am back with this HK 670 for my Magnepan speakers. The HK 670 is a solid performer with a lot of extra power for low impedances. It has many inputs, two pair of speaker terminals, a very good phono-stage and...

39 user reviews

By modern standards it may be considered a slightly 'old' unit, lacking the latest in home entertainment technology, but for those looking for a great quality receiver, the AVR 245 is hard to pass up.

1 expert reviews | 26 user reviews

I've had this preamp for about four years. It has worked great in the applications I use it for, and I don't use it all the time because it isn't the best for recording drums or vocals in my opinio...

1 expert reviews | 33 user reviews

The VSX-90TXV’s balance of features, friendly ergonomics, and transparent sound are up to Pioneer’s usual high standards. For an even more up-to-date feature set, though, consider Pioneer’s slightly more costly VSX-91TXH, as reviewed in The Perfect...

1 expert reviews | 10 user reviews

2008 has started off with some amazing prices and features being offered on budget A/V receivers. Just as the new high-end receivers gain new features and new technologies, so do the receivers on the low end of the price spectrum. This is the first...

6 expert reviews | 124 user reviews

The Automap Universal software is also not infallible and the breadth of its control does vary from sequencer to sequencer, integrating better with some than with others - and in the case of Reason, not at all. In such cases, you have to teach Nocturn...

3 expert reviews | 13 user reviews

I would recommend this amp to anyone who needs a good two channel tweed amp and doesn't want to spend too much to get it. This is a good amp that will give you solid creamy rich classic rock tones ...

20 user reviews

Solid audio output for such a ludicrously cheap headphone amp. While your mileage will vary depending on your DAP/PMP and 'phones, it's well worth giving the E5 a try if you find your existing setup lacks power.

2 expert reviews | 754 user reviews

While it may seem easy to fault the Sony STR-DH500 for its lack of features, one can't lose sight of its asking price. For under $200 the STR-DH500 will connect to and playback 1080p HD signals, which includes Blu-ray discs, HD Broadcasts and more and...

1 expert reviews | 242 user reviews

I almost never write a review of a product I bought but this radio is a real loser. At first it played well but after several months the volume dial or the mode selector dial mis-functioned and the volume would go up and down randomly. I finally threw...

70 user reviews

For $350 retail, you're getting a fair amount in terms of performance and features when it comes to the AVR 154. Does it have all the bells and whistles of its big brother or costlier receivers? No. But for a budding enthusiast or someone looking to...

1 expert reviews | 54 user reviews

I have a Philips flat screen TV with 1080p in a room 14X10 feet. The TV sound is not good and so I wanted to upgrade. My wife is not keen on lots of clutter so I was wary of the home cinema packages with all their speakers. I need not have been. The...

1 expert reviews | 19 user reviews

I've had the RCA RIR 200-A for less than a year (today is October 2009). Up until now, the product worked fine. I have a Linksys Wireless-N Broadband Router and a Wireless-N PCI Adapter. No problem running wirelessly on my computer but all of a...

18 user reviews

Better sound and Apple TV-like usability and we'd be looking at five stars – as it is, it's close but no cigar

2 expert reviews

If you're a headphonist, or would like to be, get one of these headphone amplifiers.

4 expert reviews

I'm a big fan of radio, so a tuner's sonics had better be able to shoulder the weight. The C720BEE performed strongly, reproducing orchestras with a dimensionality and dynamism that were arresting. The NAD can't match the sensitivity and dynamic...

2 expert reviews | 10 user reviews

Lovely but flawed, the HomePod's MP3-only handicap puts it light-years behind other iPod knockoffs.

2 expert reviews | 1 user reviews