This article was originally published back in 2001 and some of the info is obsolete by today's standard of products offering a wider diversity of configuration options. Based on the latest research, ...

It’s easy for audio enthusiasts to succumb to GAS, or the Gear Acquisition Syndrome. Once you listen to a decent pair of speakers, you want to try the next best thing, and then something else, and ...

It has been over a decade since the first generation of Dolby Digital Receivers hit the market. These Receivers implemented a crude and inflexible bass management system, had limited power for the ...

If you’re serious about high-quality audio, you should crank up the quality level of audio components in your computer setup just like you do in your living room. Today’s MacBook Pro user maxes out ...

If you purchase an independently reviewed product or service through a link on our website, Rolling Stone may receive an affiliate commission. With an endless amount of speaker systems out there to ...

A subwoofer is a crucial part of a home theater setup. Find out what you need to know. Many times, especially for compact speakers, the midrange and woofer are combined into a single speaker (aka a ...

Soundbars are phenomenal devices, removing the need for large home theater setups to get an immersive experience. Instead, they trim that setup down, giving you everything you need a bar around the ...

Putting together a sound system is a daunting task. You need to pick out speakers, a receiver, and a subwoofer. A lot of ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Technology journalist specializing in audio, computing and Apple Macs. The compact Creative Stage Pro is aimed at first-time ...