Recent Shopping Tip Articles

Looking for a powered subwoofer that doesn't tip the price scale over $1,000? Check out the Audioholics guide to the 6 best subwoofers available in 2020 under $1K based on performance and features.

Audioholics has refreshed its recommended $500 powered subwoofer list for 2020 to reflect newer models with leading-edge innovations. Get the best bass for your money here.

From a replacement universal remote for your home theater system to complete smart home solutions, we'll go over today's most sophisticated remote options for 2019.

This is a Cable Budget Guideline for HDMI, Component Video, Speaker cables, interconnects and power cords to help you get the most from your home theater system without wasting money on snake oil.

We've listed our 2018 top picks for AV receivers. From the $4k 13.2CH Denon AVR-X8500H to the $2,200 Yamaha RX-A3080 9.2CH 3D Atmos/DTS:X receiver with AI, see the best AVR products of the year.

Today we review 4 free audio recording software for the Mac. All 4 programs are free and the best part about these audio recording programs are how incredibly easy they are to use. Read on.

Looking for a "Do it all" remote control to command your home theater and not sure what to buy? This article runs through a few great budget priced universal remotes to help you decide.

How do you tell if the old record player you have boxed up in storage is still worth keeping? Read the following article on turntable guidelines to find out if it's worth keeping or time to buy new.

Buying speakers from an Internet direct dealer can be a great option. But, sometimes there are hidden fees that you wouldn't find at a brick & mortar store. We did the research on each brand for you.

"You get what you pay" is an old adage to live by. But, this doesn't always hold true for home theater equipment. We break it down into categories (speakers,amps,cables,source) to see how it applies.

Buying the right speaker stands isn't as easy it might seem, but follow the guidance in our shopping guide and you're sure to make the right choice.

Developing or setting a home theater budget can be tricky. You need to consider much more than an HDTV or speakers. Our guide and YouTube Video will help you plan your home theater budget. Shop smart.

We compare seven $500/pair bookshelf speakers from Ascends, Jamo, Phase Tech, Aperion, NHT and SVS to help you choose the best speaker based on performance, aesthetics and application.

Looking for the best sound bar on the market? From sub-$500 entry level models to >$1,000 high end units, we put together a list of our favorites from 2014. Improve the sound of your HDTV.

Is it time to upgrade your AV Receiver? This guide should help you decide based on functionality, feature set, and intended usage. Do you need the latest in HDMI audio/video? More speakers or zones?

We've crated a buying guide to getting the best HDMI A/V Receiver. We discuss amplifier power, HDMI features, bass management and more to help you make the best purchasing decision for home theater.

Audioholics compares five AV receivers from Denon, Yamaha, Pioneer, Sony and Onkyo priced around the $500 mark to find you the best value. Features, power and specs all compared.

Audio Software: From tweaking your home theater or recording studio, to comparing compression of songs, this list of our favorite free audio software has something for everyone.

In the market for a midpriced AV receiver this holiday season? Audioholics has done some of the legwork for you, comparing seven $1,000 receivers (+/- $100) to help guide you to the best solution

Comparing 2013 mid-level receivers? Wonder which $400 to $500 AVR is the best? You might want to take a peek here to see our thoughts on the latest receivers from Yamaha, Sony, Pioneer, and more.

$500 is an extremely competitive price point in the subwoofer market, and Audioholics has 6 top picks to look at. Which one is right for you? Keep reading to find out.

Clean looking home theater/stereo setups that offer audio enthusiasts an alternative to a soundbar while still making the wallet, ears, and spouse happy are not easy to put together. Here's our take.

We rounded up and tested 7 of the top lossless/hi-res music playback software on the market. Read on for a full report on sound quality, features, and usability of each piece of software.

Looking for the best soundbar on the market? From entry level to high end, we put together a list of our top picks for almost any situation.

This guide breaks down the three most common types of mounts, full-motion/articulating, tilting, and low-profile, and then provides a few tips on what to look for in a good wall mount.

This is a beginners guide on choosing the right loudspeakers for your home theater system. Various options are presented based on application and budget.