Buying Guide | Home Audio Amplifier

: Essential if you have a turntable. If it's missing, you'll need an external phono preamp.

: Common in AV receivers, this uses a microphone to calibrate the sound to your specific room's acoustics.

. A versatile workhorse that supports 8K video and Dolby Atmos. home audio amplifier buying guide

: For wireless streaming via Spotify Connect, AirPlay 2, or Tidal. 4. Features Worth the Extra Cash

. A compact, powerful streaming amplifier that hides easily in a cabinet but drives high-end speakers effortlessly. : Denon AVR-X2800H Go to product viewer dialog for this item. : Essential if you have a turntable

. Minimalist design with incredible "British sound" clarity for the price. : Marantz Model M1 Go to product viewer dialog for this item.

: A high-quality internal DAC will make your digital music (from a laptop or TV) sound significantly better than a standard headphone jack. home audio amplifier buying guide

: The hub for home theatres. These handle video (HDMI) and power 5 to 11+ speakers for surround sound.