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 ...

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. If you've always wanted to create an incredible audio experience at home, choosing the right surround sound system is key. Here, we've scoured ...

Thankfully, with the spread of Hi-Fi, surround sound setups have become much more accessible, not only when it comes to price but also in the actual act of setting them up. So, whether it's a 5.1 ...

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. There was a time, not so long ago, when most of us were perfectly content with our 32-inch CRT screens and their tinny, built-in speakers.

We tested 20 televisions to see if they could output surround sound via their optical output when fed a signal from an external source. Ty Pendlebury Editor TV and home video editor Ty Pendlebury ...

It’s time to replace those built-in TV speakers. Take it from us: Upgrading is worth it, and we know how to upgrade. Imagine jumping from your chunky old tube TV straight to 4K OLED. Getting one of ...

A great way to upgrade your soundbar or home theater system is to add a pair of rear-channel speakers (also known as surround speakers). These are speakers that get placed behind you so that when ...

George Lucas famously said “sound is 50 percent of the movie-going experience,” and he ought to know. But what if you want to bring the full excitement of the movies home? How can you ensure you’re ...

Covering home audio and video, Matthew Moskovciak helps CNET readers find the best sights and sounds for their home theaters. The sound bar is best seen as a reaction to home-theater-in-a-box (HTIB) ...