A stereo amplifier or receiver is the perfect starting point for anyone who wants to build a music system that’s better than the all-in-one wireless speakers that now dominate home audio.

Our expert audiophile recommends wireless surround sound setups from JBL, Nakamichi, Sony, and other top brands for a more enjoyable home theater experience.

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There was an era in the evolution of home audio where choosing a wireless surround system over traditional wired speakers was an act of compromise. Hiding ugly speaker wire in the nooks and ...

I’ve been PCMag’s home entertainment ... a thousand different consumer electronics products including headphones, speakers, TVs, and every major game system and VR headset of the last decade.

I’ve been PCMag’s home entertainment ... a thousand different consumer electronics products including headphones, speakers, TVs, and every major game system and VR headset of the last decade.

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and the third is perfect if you want a real home theater audio experience. We’ve tested a huge number of soundbars and speaker systems over the years, ranging from elite units with Dolby Atmos ...

Here’s how it works. The stereo amplifier is the beating heart of any hi-fi separates system. You can have all the sources (CD player, turntable, music streamer) and as fancy a pair of passive ...