Hi, newbie here. What is the best way to get PC audio output to my A/V receiver via wifi? I have a variety of audio only sources on my PC and want enjoy them through my Bose speaker system. I use Chromecast for PC video. Chromecast Audio requires use of apps that will not reproduce the audio...

Principles of Mechanical Isolation and Mass-Coupling To Control Vibration In A/V Systems Cones, dots, blocks of maple, blocks of marble, magnets, ball bearings. Do they isolate? Do they couple? Do they help? Are they a waste of time and money? It is up to us as A/V consumers to use our...

Introduction Anthem has been producing solid AV receivers and multi-channel amplifiers for high end home audio and home theaters for a while now. They bridge the gap between lower cost mainstream electronics and high dollar separates. They have a reputation for good quality and one of the best...

Introduction Anthem has been producing solid AV receivers and multi-channel amplifiers for high end home audio and home theaters for a while now. They bridge the gap between lower cost mainstream electronics and high dollar separates. They have a reputation for good quality and one of the best...

Introduction Anthem has been producing solid AV receivers and multi-channel amplifiers for high end home audio and home theaters for a while now. They bridge the gap between lower cost mainstream electronics and high dollar separates. They have a reputation for good quality and one of the best...

Hey There, New to this forum and only heard of it recently. I've been an audio enthusiast all my life and have been collecting CDs and audio gear for a long time, though its mostly mid level. I've been into the home theater, HD audio, 5.1/7.1 setup only for past 5-6 years and started off with...

Introduction There has been a lot of news in 2014 related to AV receivers - major new technologies, unexpected changes in room-correction features, and big brand partnerships. Onkyo seems to be right in the middle of all of it. The company began releasing updated models to it's TX-NR line of...

Introduction There has been a lot of news in 2014 related to AV receivers - major new technologies, unexpected changes in room-correction features, and big brand partnerships. Onkyo seems to be right in the middle of all of it. The company began releasing updated models to it's TX-NR line of...

Introduction There has been a lot of news this year related to AV receivers - major new technologies, questionable changes in room-correction features, and big brand partnerships. Onkyo seems to be right in the middle of all of it. The company began releasing updated models to it's TX-NR line of...

I am downsizing into a 900 sq. ft. condo in Los Angeles and am trying to assemble a streaming system from what I have, without big ticket items. - -Mac Mini (2012 release)mac mini - I just bought a $750 60" samsung plasma 1080p w/ 600Hz refresh rate "dumb" TV w/2 hdmi inputs and 1 USB -- it...

Hello Gents. Long time no posts for me. I've finally ggotaround to setting up my Yamaha RX-A2020 and was wanting to know if the sub out's have enough juice to run a Crown proamp? I did search it and could'nt find an answer. Also. As far as a dsp goes Im looking into either a DBX...

Nearly a month ago, Nikkei reported that electronics giant, Pioneer, was shopping its Audio Visual business with a targeted sell date of July 2014. The plan, as the report detailed, was to retain high-margin portions of its electronics business (such as car electronics and DJ equipment) while...

Re: Best flagship A/V receiver? You have a well thought out discussion. And given the THD curve displayed earlier, you make excellent points. White with THD, less is better has always been the mantra. And it comes from the days when amps produced high levels of distortion. However, as...

Options I am considering: Yamaha AVENTAGE RX-A3030 Anthem MRX 710 Pioneer SC-79 Onkyo TX-NR5010 Denon AVR-4520 Looking for something to drive my original (bought new in 2002) Klipsch RF-7, RC-7, and RS-7 speakers. The subwoofer is a Seaton Sound SubMersive. My room is small, about 15 feet x 11...

Friends Pl guide me to the best av r's among denon, yamaha marantz receivers.i m confused in selecting the best one. Price is not factor to me.

Friends Could you please help in choosing a latest good a/v receiver and good range of sub woofer and other speakers to set amazing home theater system connecting my sony bravia Tv

The early year model rollout period is always fun, especially for those of us that love new gear. This time it’s Yamaha’s turn with its recent introduction of three new 7.2 channel receivers, the RX-V577, the RX-V677, and the RX-V777BT, along with a wallet friendly 5.1 channel model (the...

Hey Shacksters, Some of you have expressed a desire for more thorough discussion of the various different room correction offerings in AV receiver reviews in general (see here). We're listening. In fact, I'd love to hear any and all feedback regarding our AV receiver reviews here at HTS, as...

I have Sony A/V 7.1 receiver. Since last week when I increase the volume on receiver, it shut down and PROTECTOR shows written on the LCD panel. Please someone from forum let me know about solution to this problem. Thanks...

A/V Distribution via hdmi switches/splitter/cat6 extenders my technology stack has the following gear connecting two a/v closets and providing for whole house distribution to three Integra Dtr-7.8 A/V receivers and their listening rooms with HD audio 1080p and incorporating ps3, ps4, Comcast...