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2009 Entry Level Receivers Comparison Guide 2009 Entry Level Receivers Comparison Guide In a budget receiver, you are looking for the most bang for your buck. What you will need to focus on is what you actually need. Many of the receivers are limited in their compatibility and…
Digital Converter Box Comparison & Shootout Digital Converter Box Comparison & Shootout Looking for a digital TV converter box can be a daunting task as every store seems to have their own brands. And with a proliferation of boxes on the internet, which ones work with those $40…
Rock Band & Guitar Hero Instrument Compatibility Guide Rock Band & Guitar Hero Instrument Compatibility Guide Rock Band and Guitar Hero are two games we enjoy very much at Audioholics. But there are four platforms for the game, a number of instruments, and now third party hardware. Add it up and you have a…
Setting up a Speaker Shootout or Component Comparison the Right Way Setting up a Speaker Shootout or Component Comparison the Right Way In preparation for the forthcoming speaker shootout, we thought it'd be a good idea to explore the correct way to set one up. One of the most popular articles we ever write on Audioholics is speaker…
What Size Screen or Television Do I Need? What Size Screen or Television Do I Need? What size HDTV or screen do you need? This depends on how far you sit and what type of resolution you want to see. This article gives you screen size vs seated distance recommendations.
How to Shop for an AV Receiver How to Shop for an AV Receiver How to shop for an AV Receiver and Surround Sound. We break down the important audio and video features and amplifier power to meet your needs.
How to Shop for Televisions & Displays How to Shop for Televisions & Displays This is a guide on how to shop for HDTV Displays. We discuss the different display technologies and pros and cons of each.
How To Shop Loudspeakers How To Shop Loudspeakers Ever wonder which loudspeakes to buy? We show you the things to look for in a speaker system to ensure you get the best performance and value for surround sound.
AV Processor Receiver Checklists AV Processor Receiver Checklists We provide an ongoing series of documents outlining the feature sets on the products we review. This enables consumers the ability to ensure the products they are interested in have the functions…
Budgeting Your Home Theater Budgeting Your Home Theater Coming up with a plan and budget while building a home theater system is important in striking a balance of performance and synergy in your system. This article and YouTube video will guide you.