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5 ways to get great TV sound

Your TV's speakers not quite cutting it? Here are five ways to fix that problem and get bigger, better sound.

by Crutchfield's Colin M.
How to choose a sound bar for your TV

Looking for a simple way to improve your TV's sound? A sound bar is a great solution.

by Crutchfield's Colin M.
What you need to know about HDMI ARC and eARC

Connecting your TV to a sound bar or A/V receiver with an HDMI cable? Chances are you'll want to use an ARC or eARC port. But what are they, and what's the difference? This article breaks it all down.

by Crutchfield's Colin M.
Intro to home theater speakers

What are the best surround sound speakers for your home? The answer largely depends on the size of your room. This guide walks you through how to build a well-matched home theater system. Learn the role that each speaker plays, along with tips for choosing the right ones for your system.

by Crutchfield's Archer A.
Speaker placement for home theater

How to position your speakers in 5.1, 7.1 and other surround sound setups.

by Crutchfield's Kramer C.
How to choose and install surround sound speakers

Looking for surround speakers and tips to connect them? Hoping to avoid a tangle of cables tripping up anyone who crosses your living room? These guidelines should help.

by Crutchfield's Athena H.
Cable management: Tips and tricks to get your wires under control

Learn how to conceal the wires hanging down from your wall-mounted TV. Tame the wire mess behind your A/V receiver. Hide the wires running to your rear speakers.

by Crutchfield's Charles F.
Understanding Dolby and DTS surround sound formats

With all the surround sound formats available today, things can get confusing. Here's a guide to walk you through your options and help you get the most out of your home theater setup.

by Crutchfield's Deia Z.
What is DTS Virtual:X?

DTS Virtual:X uses advanced audio engineering to simulate surround sound and increase your immersion in almost any listening space and with sound bars of all sizes.

by Crutchfield's Colin M.