Yamaha R-S201 stereo receiver Yamaha If you've been flummoxed one too many times by the complexity of multichannel AV receivers, the Yamaha R-S201 stereo receiver may be just what you need.

These are the best AV receivers from Onkyo, Sony, Yamaha and Denon, based on CNET's testing.

An AV receiver, or AVR, is a one-box audiovisual solution for a home cinema. It is not only the intelligent hub or ‘brains’ of an AV system, it also includes a set of amplifiers to power your ...

Finding the best AV receiver might seem like an impossible, daunting task but we're here to help you with that.

The new entry level Denon AVR-588 AV receiver is out and it is packed with more features (plenty of connectivity options, options, and power) than anybody has a right to expect for around $350 ...

Receivers Have Amplifiers Although an A/V receiver has its own amplifiers to power the speakers, it generally provides outputs to external audio amplifiers if more speaker power is required.

Do separate components sound better than AV receivers? We compare the sound of the Outlaw Audio 975 Surround Processor and seven-channel 7125 Power Amp with a Denon receiver, and the winner is?

Getting ready for a dive into hi-fi? Check our list of the best stereo receivers and integrated amplifiers, including models from Cambridge, Marantz, Wiim, and more.

Wireless audio streaming has become much easier on newer receivers as well. Our top pick offers AirPlay, Bluetooth, Pandora, Amazon Prime Music, Spotify Connect, Tidal, iHeart Radio, SiriusXM ...