Search results for "RCA"

• CNET Editor rating:
  4.0 stars Excellent

  Overall score: 8.4 (4.0 stars)
• Average user rating: 4.0 stars out of 3 reviews

The Bottom Line: The Sony HT-CT260 is our go-to budget sound bar pick, with excellent sound quality, built-in Bluetooth, an adaptable design, and no major missteps. Read review

Specs: Sound bar speaker system, Sound Bar, Wireless - Bluetooth, Wired, Active, 170 Watt, 130 Watt, Black

• CNET Editor rating:
  4.0 stars Excellent

  Overall score: 8.4 (4.0 stars)
• Average user rating: 2.5 stars out of 9 reviews

The Bottom Line: The Onkyo TX-NR616 is a tremendous AV receiver value, with eight HDMI inputs and a very low street price, although Onkyo's step-down models may be an even better buy. Read review

Specs: Home Theater Network Receiver, 100 Watt - 8 Ohm - THD0.7 % - 7 channel(s) (Surround), Ethernet, Wi-Fi ready, adapter sold separately, Bi-Amplifying, Wide Range Amplifier Technology (WRAT), Audyssey DSX, Audyssey 2EQ, Audyssey Dynamic EQ, DLNA technology, Graphical User Interface (GUI)

• CNET Editor rating:
  4.0 stars Excellent

  Overall score: 8.4 (4.0 stars)
• Average user rating: 3.0 stars out of 4 reviews

The Bottom Line: The Sony STR-DN1030 is the only midrange AV receiver with built-in Wi-Fi and Bluetooth, making it one of best receiver values this year. Read review

Specs: Home Theater Network Receiver, 145 Watt -, 8 Ohm - THD0.9 % - 7 channel(s), Built-in Wi-Fi, Ethernet, Bluetooth, DLNA technology, Graphical User Interface (GUI), Digital Cinema Auto Calibration technology, BRAVIA Sync Capable, Android smartphone compatible, iPhone compatible, Bi-Amplifying, AirPlay built-in

• CNET Editor rating:
  3.5 stars Very good

  Overall score: 7.7 (3.5 stars)
• Average user rating: 4.0 stars out of 2 reviews

The Bottom Line: Although its sonic talents are comparatively modest, the Bose Solo is an exceedingly handsome and easy-to-use sound bar. Read review

Specs: Sound bar, Wired, Active, Black

• CNET Editor rating:
  5.0 stars Spectacular

  Overall score: 9.7 (5.0 stars)
• Average user rating: 0 stars No reviews, write one!

The Bottom Line: The Monoprice 9774 speaker system is the best home audio value we've ever seen: gorgeous, incredible-sounding home theater speakers for just under $250. Read review

Specs: Speaker system, Home theater speaker system, Wired, Active, 8 Ohm, 89 dB, 200 Watt, Black

• CNET Editor rating:
  4.0 stars Excellent

  Overall score: 8.1 (4.0 stars)
• Average user rating: 5.0 stars out of 1 review

The Bottom Line: The Onyko TX-NR414 offers the best AV receiver value for those with a tight budget, although the step-up TX-NR515 model is worth the extra cash if you can afford it. Read review

Specs: Home Theater Network Receiver, 80 Watt -, 6 Ohm - THD0.9 % - 5 channel(s) (Surround), 8 Ohm - 20 - 20000 Hz - THD0.7 % - 5 channel(s) (Surround), Ethernet, Wi-Fi ready, adapter sold separately, Wide Range Amplifier Technology (WRAT), Compressed music enhancer, iPod and iPhone compatible, Upgradeable firmware, Source direct, Dual-zone capability, On-screen display

• CNET Editor rating:
  3.5 stars Very good

  Overall score: 7.5 (3.5 stars)
• Average user rating: 3.0 stars out of 5 reviews

The Bottom Line: The Denon AVR-1913 has a solid set of features and excellent sound quality, but competing AV receivers offer better value. Read review

Specs: Home Theater Network Receiver, 90 Watt -, 8 Ohm - 20 - 20000 Hz - THD0.08 % - 7 channel(s), 6 Ohm - THD0.7 % - 7 channel(s), Ethernet, Audyssey MultEQ, Audyssey Dynamic Volume, Audyssey Dynamic EQ, Deep Color and x.v.Color Support, DLNA 1.5 certified, Graphical User Interface (GUI), iPod and iPhone compatible, AirPlay built-in

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  Overall score: 0.0 (0.0 stars)
• Average user rating: 0 stars No reviews, write one!

The Bottom Line: Sony has announced two new AV receivers, both with extensive wireless features, and the step-up model sports a new, high-definition user interface. Read review

Specs: Home Theater Network Receiver, 150 Watt -, 8 Ohm - THD0.9 % - 7 channel(s) (Surround), Built-in Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, Graphical User Interface (GUI), Advanced Blu-ray Disc Audio Decoding, Stand by pass-through of audio and video, BRAVIA Sync Capable, 24p True Cinema Mode, Smartphone Remote Control App (iOS/Android), AirPlay built-in

• CNET Editor rating:
  3.5 stars Very good

  Overall score: 7.4 (3.5 stars)
• Average user rating: 3.5 stars out of 3 reviews

The Bottom Line: Yamaha's YAS-101 is a great budget sound bar, with an excellent design and a helpful feature for dealing with remote signals, although it's light on connectivity. Read review

Specs: Sound bar speaker system, Sound bar, Wired, Active, 120 Watt, Piano black

• CNET Editor rating:
  4.0 stars Excellent

  Overall score: 8.0 (4.0 stars)
• Average user rating: 3.5 stars out of 5 reviews

The Bottom Line: The Harman Kardon SB 16 features a premium price tag and some remote control quirks, but its excellent sound quality and exterior design make it worth the extra cash. Read review

Specs: Sound bar speaker system, Sound Bar, Wired, Active, 25 Watt, 100 Watt

• CNET Editor rating:
  4.0 stars Excellent

  Overall score: 8.5 (4.0 stars)
• Average user rating: 2.5 stars out of 2 reviews

The Bottom Line: While you'll pay a premium for its extra features, the Slingbox 500 is an excellent way to watch your TV or DVR video content anywhere. Read review

Specs: TV streaming adapter, Digital video broadcasting, Digital photo playback, Ethernet, Stereo, Standard remote control

• CNET Editor rating:
  0.0 stars

  Overall score: 0.0 (0.0 stars)
• Average user rating: 2.5 stars out of 2 reviews

Specs: Home Theater Network Receiver, 80 Watt -, 8 Ohm - THD0.7 % - 7 channel(s), 6 Ohm - THD0.1 % - 7 channel(s), Wi-Fi ready, adapter sold separately, Ethernet, Bi-Amplifying, Audyssey 2EQ, Audyssey Dynamic Volume, Audyssey Dynamic EQ, Wide Range Amplifier Technology (WRAT), Compressed music enhancer, DLNA 1.5 certified, Dual-zone capability, iPod and iPhone compatible

• CNET Editor rating:
  3.0 stars Good

  Overall score: 6.8 (3.0 stars)
• Average user rating: 5.0 stars out of 2 reviews

The Bottom Line: Yamaha's RX-V475 is a great-sounding 5.1 receiver and a good value, although competitors offer better features and design. Read review

Specs: Network AV receiver, 115 Watt -, 80 Watt - 8 Ohm - THD0.9 % - 1 channel(s) (Surround), 8 Ohm - 20 - 20000 Hz - THD0.09 % - 7 channel(s) (Surround), Bluetooth ready, adapter sold separately, MHL (Mobile High-Definition Link), Wi-Fi ready, adapter sold separately, iPod and iPhone compatible, iPad compatible, 3D ready technology, DLNA 1.5 certified, Silent Cinema, Compressed music enhancer, YPAO automatic system calibration, AirPlay built-in

• CNET Editor rating:
  3.5 stars Very good

  Overall score: 7.5 (3.5 stars)
• Average user rating: 3.0 stars out of 1 review

The Bottom Line: The Vizio SB4021M-A1 hits a nice blend of features, design, and performance for its price, but better sound bars are coming in a few months. Read review

Specs: Sound bar speaker system, Wireless, Active

• CNET Editor rating:
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  Overall score: 0.0 (0.0 stars)
• Average user rating: 0 stars No reviews, write one!

The Bottom Line: Onkyo's rightfully known as the king of AV receiver value and its new 2013 line looks worthy of that reputation, with tons of HDMI connectivity and built-in wireless functionality. Read review

Specs: Network AV receiver, 95 Watt - 8 Ohm - THD0.08 % - 7 channel(s) (Surround), 115 Watt - 6 Ohm - THD0.7 % - 7 channel(s) (Surround), Bluetooth, Built-in Wi-Fi, NAS, Smartphone Remote Control App, DLNA technology, FLAC, LPCM, Audyssey MultEQ, Apple Lossless, InstaPrevue technology

• CNET Editor rating:
  4.0 stars Excellent

  Overall score: 8.0 (4.0 stars)
• Average user rating: 3.0 stars out of 13 reviews

The Bottom Line: With its ability to stream hundreds of audio and video channels (including Netflix, Amazon, Vudu, and Hulu Plus), the $60 Roku HD would be our top pick for those seeking an ultra-affordable Internet media box -- if not for the fact that it's nearly identical to the slightly cheaper Roku LT. Read review

Specs: Digital multimedia receiver, Internet video playback, Internet radio playback, IEEE 802.11b/g/n (Wi-Fi), Stereo, Remote control

• CNET Editor rating:
  4.0 stars Excellent

  Overall score: 8.3 (4.0 stars)
• Average user rating: 3.0 stars out of 24 reviews

The Bottom Line: The Denon AVR-1912 gets our Editors' Choice Award in the midrange AV receiver category, with built-in AirPlay, outstanding sound quality, and six HDMI inputs. Read review

Specs: Home Theater Network Receiver, 90 Watt -, 8 Ohm - 20 - 20000 Hz - THD0.08 % - 7 channel(s) (Surround), 6 Ohm - THD0.7 % - 7 channel(s) (Surround), Ethernet, Audyssey Dynamic Volume, Audyssey MultEQ Auto Calibration, Audyssey MultEQ, Dual-zone capability, iPad compatible, iPod and iPhone compatible, DLNA technology, AirPlay compatible

• CNET Editor rating:
  0.0 stars

  Overall score: 0.0 (0.0 stars)
• Average user rating: 4.5 stars out of 1 review

The Bottom Line: Marantz's NR-series receivers are nearly half as tall as competitors, plus the new NR1603 has six HDMI inputs and built-in AirPlay. Read review

Specs: Home Theater Receiver, 50 Watt -, 8 Ohm - 20 - 20000 Hz - THD0.08 % - 5 channel(s) (Surround), 6 Ohm - THD10 % - 5 channel(s) (Surround), Bluetooth ready, adapter sold separately, Audyssey MultEQ, Audyssey Dynamic EQ, Audyssey Dynamic Volume, M-DAX processing, Deep Color and x.v.Color Support, On-screen display, Automatic Lip Sync

• CNET Editor rating:
  3.5 stars Very good

  Overall score: 7.3 (3.5 stars)
• Average user rating: 4.5 stars out of 4 reviews

The Bottom Line: The Zvox Z-Base 420 offers an uncluttered look and solid sound at a budget price, but its quirks might give some buyers pause. Read review

Specs: Sound bar speaker system, Sound bar, Wired, Active, Black

• CNET Editor rating:
  4.0 stars Excellent

  Overall score: 8.0 (4.0 stars)
• Average user rating: 3.5 stars out of 12 reviews

The Bottom Line: While the Bowers & Wilkins Zeppelin Air is as pricey as the earlier Zeppelin, Apple AirPlay support and improved sound quality make it a better value. Read review

Specs: Audio Dock, Wireless speaker, Wi-Fi, Wireless, Wired, Active, 50 Watt, Black

• CNET Editor rating:
  0.0 stars

  Overall score: 0.0 (0.0 stars)
• Average user rating: 4.5 stars out of 1 review

Specs: Home Theater Network Receiver, 90 Watt -, 8 Ohm - THD0.9 % - 7 channel(s), 8 Ohm - 20 - 20000 Hz - THD0.09 % - 2 channel(s) (Main), Ethernet, Yamaha Parametric Room Acoustic Optimizer (YPAO), Silent Cinema, DLNA 1.5 certified, iPod and iPhone compatible, iPad compatible, Android smartphone compatible, AirPlay built-in

• CNET Editor rating:
  3.5 stars Very good

  Overall score: 7.6 (3.5 stars)
• Average user rating: 2.0 stars out of 33 reviews

The Bottom Line: Good reception, respectable video quality, and a basic EPG make the RCA DTA800 an excellent DTV converter box, and its included remote is the best we've seen. Read review

Specs: Digital Converter Box w/ Analog Pass-Through, Remote control

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  0.0 stars

  Overall score: 0.0 (0.0 stars)
• Average user rating: 4.0 stars out of 19 reviews

Specs: Speaker system, Speaker system, Wired, Active, Black

• CNET Editor rating:
  3.0 stars Good

  Overall score: 6.4 (3.0 stars)
• Average user rating: 4.5 stars out of 1 review

The Bottom Line: The Yamaha RX-V573 is a serviceable 7.1 AV receiver, but with only four HDMI inputs, competing models offer a better value. Read review

Specs: Home Theater Receiver, 80 Watt -, THD0.9 % - 7 channel(s) (Surround), 20 - 20000 Hz - THD0.09 % - 2 channel(s) (Surround), Wi-Fi ready, adapter sold separately, Ethernet, Bi-Amplifying, Compressed music enhancer, Dual-zone capability, Yamaha Parametric Room Acoustic Optimizer (YPAO), Cinema DSP digital, Silent Cinema, x.v.Color technology, Deep color, DLNA 1.5 certified, AirPlay built-in

• CNET Editor rating:
  4.0 stars Excellent

  Overall score: 8.3 (4.0 stars)
• Average user rating: 0.5 stars out of 3 reviews

The Bottom Line: The Slingbox 350 is an excellent way to watch your TV or DVR video content anywhere. Read review

Specs: TV streaming adapter, Digital video broadcasting, Digital audio broadcasting, Ethernet, Stereo

• CNET Editor rating:
  4.0 stars Excellent

  Overall score: 8.0 (4.0 stars)
• Average user rating: 4.5 stars out of 2 reviews

The Bottom Line: The Boston SoundWare XS 5.1 is an exceptionally compact system and sounds great for its size--although larger systems sound even better. Read review

Specs: Speaker system, Home theater speaker system, Wired, Active subwoofer, passive satellites, 100 Watt, Black

• CNET Editor rating:
  3.5 stars Very good

  Overall score: 7.4 (3.5 stars)
• Average user rating: 0 stars No reviews, write one!

The Bottom Line: The Monoprice 8247 does the impossible by offering a competent 5.1 speaker system for less than $100, setting a new standard for ultrabudget speakers. Read review

Specs: Speaker system, Home theater speaker system, Wired, Active subwoofer, passive satellites, 85 dB, 60 Watt, Black

• CNET Editor rating:
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  Overall score: 0.0 (0.0 stars)
• Average user rating: 0 stars No reviews, write one!

Specs: Sound bar, Subwoofer, Wireless, Wired, Active, Black

• CNET Editor rating:
  3.5 stars Very good

  Overall score: 7.0 (3.5 stars)
• Average user rating: 4.0 stars out of 6 reviews

The Bottom Line: The Bose Acoustimass 6 Series III speaker system delivers a big sound from exceptionally small speakers, but its high price keeps it from being a good value pick. Read review

Specs: Speaker system, Home theater speaker system, Wired, Active subwoofer, passive satellites, 4/8 Ohm, Black

• CNET Editor rating:
  3.0 stars Good

  Overall score: 6.8 (3.0 stars)
• Average user rating: 0 stars No reviews, write one!

The Bottom Line: Denon's AVR-E400 embodies some progress in simplifying the arduous AV receiver setup process, but it lacks convenient wireless features you'd expect at this price. Read review

Specs: Home Theater Network Receiver, 90 Watt -, 8 Ohm - 20 - 20000 Hz - THD0.08 % - 7 channel(s) (Surround), 6 Ohm - THD0.7 % - 7 channel(s) (Surround), Ethernet, Audyssey MultEQ, Audyssey Dynamic Volume, Audyssey Dynamic EQ, Graphical User Interface (GUI), AirPlay built-in

• CNET Editor rating:
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  Overall score: 0.0 (0.0 stars)
• Average user rating: 0 stars No reviews, write one!

The Bottom Line: Marantz has introduced two new slimline AV receivers, while keeping last year's $400 NR1403 in the line. Read review

Specs: Home Theater Receiver, 50 Watt - 8 Ohm - 20 - 20000 Hz - THD0.08 % - 5 channel(s), 60 Watt - 6 Ohm - THD0.7 % - 5 channel(s), Bluetooth ready, adapter sold separately, Ethernet, Audyssey MultEQ, Audyssey Dynamic EQ, Audyssey Dynamic Volume, Smartphone Remote Control App (iOS/Android), USB direct input, Upgradeable firmware, iPod and iPhone compatible, AirPlay built-in

• CNET Editor rating:
  3.5 stars Very good

  Overall score: 7.4 (3.5 stars)
• Average user rating: 5.0 stars out of 8 reviews

The Bottom Line: The Zvox Z-Base 555 has a nearly perfect sound-bar design and a solid feature set, but it won't please critical listeners. Read review

Specs: Speaker, Sound bar, Wired, Active, 70 Watt, High gloss ebony

• CNET Editor rating:
  3.0 stars Good

  Overall score: 6.5 (3.0 stars)
• Average user rating: 4.0 stars out of 3 reviews

The Bottom Line: The Yamaha RX-V473 is a serviceable 5.1 AV receiver, but given that it has only four HDMI inputs, competing models offer a better value. Read review

Specs: Home Theater Receiver, 80 Watt -, THD0.9 % - 7 channel(s) (Surround), 20 - 20000 Hz - THD0.09 % - 2 channel(s) (Surround), Ethernet, Wi-Fi ready, adapter sold separately, Yamaha Parametric Room Acoustic Optimizer (YPAO), x.v.Color technology, Deep color, Compressed music enhancer, DLNA 1.5 certified, iPod and iPhone compatible, AirPlay built-in

• CNET Editor rating:
  0.0 stars

  Overall score: 0.0 (0.0 stars)
• Average user rating: 5.0 stars out of 1 review

Specs: Home Theater Network Receiver, 80 Watt -, 8 Ohm - 20 - 20000 Hz - THD0.08 % - 5 channel(s), 6 Ohm - THD0.7 % - 5 channel(s), Ethernet, Audyssey MultEQ XT, Audyssey Dynamic EQ, Audyssey Dynamic Volume, Cinema EQ, DLNA 1.5 certified, Graphical User Interface (GUI), iPod and iPhone compatible, AirPlay built-in

• CNET Editor rating:
  4.0 stars Excellent

  Overall score: 8.0 (4.0 stars)
• Average user rating: 3.5 stars out of 7 reviews

The Bottom Line: Though they're not cheap, the Audioengine 2 speakers are an ideal combination of compact size and good looks, delivering great sound for their size. Read review

Specs: PC multimedia speakers, Wired, High-gloss white, 2-way - Active, 88 dB, 15 Watt

• CNET Editor rating:
  4.0 stars Excellent

  Overall score: 8.0 (4.0 stars)
• Average user rating: 2.5 stars out of 3 reviews

The Bottom Line: The Altec Lansing Octiv 650 is one of best-sounding iPod/iPhone speaker docks in its price class, with a distinct, stylish look and component video output to boot. Read review

Specs: Audio Dock, Subwoofer, Wired, Active

• CNET Editor rating:
  4.0 stars Excellent

  Overall score: 8.0 (4.0 stars)
• Average user rating: 4.0 stars out of 32 reviews

The Bottom Line: M-Audio's Studiophile AV 40 is a PC speaker for music lovers who care more about sound quality than compact size or rock bottom pricing. Read review

Specs: Studio monitors, Wired, 2-way - Active, 20 KOhm, 20 Watt

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  Overall score: 0.0 (0.0 stars)
• Average user rating: 0 stars No reviews, write one!

The Bottom Line: Yamaha announced five new AV receiver for 2013, adding an MHL-compatible input as well as faster HDMI switching. Read review

Specs: Network AV receiver, 105 Watt -, 90 Watt - 4 Ohm - THD0.9 % - 7 channel(s), 8 Ohm - 20 - 20000 Hz - THD0.09 % - 7 channel(s), 8 Ohm - THD10 % - 7 channel(s), Bluetooth ready, adapter sold separately, Wi-Fi ready, adapter sold separately, MHL (Mobile High-Definition Link), DLNA 1.5 certified, YPAO automatic system calibration, Graphical User Interface (GUI), Compressed music enhancer, Cinema DSP Digital, Silent Cinema, 3D ready technology, iPad compatible, iPod and iPhone compatible, AirPlay built-in

• CNET Editor rating:
  0.0 stars

  Overall score: 0.0 (0.0 stars)
• Average user rating: 4.0 stars out of 6 reviews

Specs: Sound bar home theater system, Home theater speaker system, Wireless, Wired, Active

• CNET Editor rating:
  4.0 stars Excellent

  Overall score: 8.0 (4.0 stars)
• Average user rating: 0 stars No reviews, write one!

The Bottom Line: The Vizio VHT215 looks sleek, sounds good, and is packed with inputs, making it one of the top budget sound bar choices. Read review

Specs: Sound bar speaker system, Sound Bar, Wireless, Active, Black