Steve Kindig
1/23/2013
What is an "LED TV"? What size screen do I need for home theater? What is the optimum viewing distance for different screen sizes? What about viewing height, does that matter? Plus more...
Loren Barstow
12/20/2012
When did home theater really start to take off? We dug through the Crutchfield archives to find out.
David Brown
11/6/2012
Blu-ray players are packed with features. But how quickly to they load discs and perform functions? We tested five players for speed and ease-of-use.
Video Guest
7/25/2012
Ben from Cambridge Audio shows us their Azur 651BD and Azur 751BD Blu-ray disc players. They're designed not only to render your videos beautifully, but also to play all your music with depth and clarity.
Steve Kindig
5/4/2012
Crutchfield's senior home A/V editor, Steve Kindig reviews the Oppo BDP-95 universal Blu-ray player.
Dave Bar
4/27/2012
Crutchfield editor Steve puts together a new home theater system. He wanted surround sound, but also needed a system that does justice to music.
Dave Bar
3/18/2012
Crutchfield graphic designer Tami puts together a home theater system that sounds great without taking over her living space.
Steve Kindig
2/19/2012
3D TV gives you a three-dimensional viewing experience in the comfort of your home. Find out what you need to get 3D TV, what you'll be able to watch, and how it works.
Marshall Chase
2/11/2012
This chart looks at a growing number of Internet video streaming services, what they offer and compatible devices. We compare search and save features in addition to subscription options, video and audio quality, the size of their catalogs and a few pros and cons of each service.
Steve Kindig
12/21/2011
Our new in-house Labs will help us dig even deeper into the equipment we sell. From acoustically optimized listening rooms to advanced test benches, we'll bring you meaningful measurements along with real-world impressions from our savvy experts.
Loren Barstow
10/25/2011
Learn how DVDs and Blu-ray Discs store video and audio data. You'll also find out what sets Blu-ray apart, making the it the format of choice for high-def home theater.
Amanda P.
9/2/2011
How does 3D TV work? Why do I have to wear glasses to watch 3D? Your questions about 3DTV answered here!
Jim Richardson
9/2/2011
Learn how to find the best outboard digital-to-analog converter for your home or portable audio applications.
Loren Barstow
8/26/2011
What's the difference between DVD and Blu-ray Disc? How would I connect a DVD player to my TV to get the best possible picture? My TV doesn't accept progressive-scan signals, so paying extra for a progressive-scan DVD player is a waste of money, right? Plus more...
Loren Barstow
8/26/2011
Blu-ray players bring home theater to the next level with virtually flawless picture and sound. But how do you know which one's right for you?
Woody Sherman
8/19/2011
Is there life after cable TV? Woody shares his experiences after he cut the cord and began exploring other entertainment options for his TV.
Video Guest
6/29/2011
Dolly, a Crutchfield advisor, listens to a sound bar demo at Crutchfield, and picks out her favorite one: the Definitive Technology Mythos SSA-50.
Video Guest
6/29/2011
C.J., a Crutchfield advisor, listens to a sound bar demo at Crutchfield, and picks out his favorite one: the Yamaha YSP-5100 Digital Sound Projector.
Guest Writer
6/22/2011
J.R. listens to a sound bar demo at Crutchfield and picks out his favorite one — the Polk Audio Surroundbar® 3000.
Loren Barstow
4/19/2011
Learn about DVD features and specifications.
