All AV receivers

The Bottom Line: With its groundbreaking graphical user interface, three HDMI inputs, and excellent sound, the Sony STR-DA5200ES is outstanding and innovative A/V receiver, with only a handful of frustrations--including some video upconversion issues--spoiling the party.

Specs: AV receiver, Surround Sound, DTS 96/24, DTS Neo:6, Dolby Digital, Dolby Pro Logic, DTS-ES Matrix 6.1, Dolby Pro Logic II, DTS-ES Discrete 6.1, Dolby Pro Logic IIx, Dolby Digital Surround EX, Universal remote control (Infrared), 35.3 lbs

The Bottom Line: With an extensive feature package, rock-solid build quality, and awesome sound, the Pioneer Elite VSX-82TXS is a worthy combination of everything we expect in a high-end A/V receiver.

Specs: AV receiver, Surround Sound, 910, 20 - 20000 Hz, DTS 96/24, DTS Neo:6, DTS decoder, THX Select 2, Dolby Digital, DTS-ES Discrete 6.1, Dolby Pro Logic IIx, Dolby Digital Surround EX, 9 bands, Universal remote control (Infrared), 16.5 in x 18.3 in x 7.4 in, 35.1 lbs

The Bottom Line: Sony's great-sounding STR-DG1000 can handle HDMI switching and upconversion, and only misses the mark with its quirky setup and menu navigation.

Specs: AV receiver, Surround Sound, 840 Watt, DTS 96/24, DTS Neo:6, Dolby Digital, DTS-ES decoder, Dolby Pro Logic, Dolby Pro Logic II, Dolby Pro Logic IIx, Universal remote control (Infrared), Black

The Bottom Line: Yamaha's midprice HTR-5950 A/V receiver might not have the most up-to-date features lineup, but it's a solid performer.

Specs: AV receiver, Surround Sound, 540 Watt, 20 - 20000 Hz, DTS 96/24, DTS Neo:6, DTS-ES Discrete 6.1, Dolby Pro Logic IIx, Dolby Digital Surround EX, Universal remote control (Infrared), Silver, 17.1 in x 15.4 in x 6.3 in, 24.3 lbs

The Bottom Line: Despite a couple of flaws, the Onkyo TX-SR504's winning combination of features and performance demonstrates that Onkyo remains a leader in the entry-level 7.1-channel A/V receiver market.

Specs: AV receiver, Surround Sound, DTS 96/24, DTS Neo:6, DTS decoder, Dolby Digital, DTS-ES decoder, DTS-ES Matrix 6.1, Dolby Pro Logic II, DTS-ES Discrete 6.1, Dolby Pro Logic IIx, Dolby Digital Surround EX, Universal remote control (Infrared), Black, 17.1 in x 14.8 in x 5.9 in, 22.9 lbs

The Bottom Line: Boasting a host of impressive features and stellar sound quality, the affordable Pioneer VSX-816 delivers amazing value for an A/V receiver.

Specs: AV receiver, Surround Sound, 770 Watt, 20 - 20000 Hz, DTS 96/24, DTS Neo:6, DTS decoder, Dolby Digital, Dolby Pro Logic II, DTS-ES Discrete 6.1, Dolby Digital Surround EX, 5 bands, Universal remote control (Infrared), Black, 16.5 in x 13.9 in x 6.2 in, 20.3 lbs

The Bottom Line: The Denon AVR-2807's keen balance of superb sound, gotta-have HDMI features, and an affordable price put it in the sweet spot in the company's line.

Specs: AV receiver, Surround Sound, 770 Watt, DTS 96/24, DTS Neo:6, DTS decoder, Dolby Digital, DTS-ES decoder, DTS-ES Matrix 6.1, Dolby Pro Logic II, DTS-ES Discrete 6.1, Dolby Pro Logic IIx, Dolby Digital Surround EX, Universal remote control, Black, 17.1 in x 16.9 in x 6.7 in, 29.8 lbs

Editors' Take: CNET previews the Sony STR-DG600, an XM-ready 7.1-channel A/V receiver.

Specs: AV receiver, Surround Sound, 770 Watt, DTS 96/24, DTS Neo:6, Dolby Digital, DTS-ES Matrix 6.1, Dolby Pro Logic II, DTS-ES Discrete 6.1, Dolby Pro Logic IIx, Dolby Digital Surround EX, Universal remote control (Infrared), Black, 16.9 in x 12.4 in x 6.3 in, 17.6 lbs

The Bottom Line: The Harman Kardon AVR 140, an entry-level A/V receiver, sounds among the best in its price class, but it falls short on features.

Specs: AV receiver, DTS 96/24, DTS Neo:6, DTS-ES Matrix 6.1, DTS-ES Discrete 6.1, Dolby Pro Logic IIx, Dolby Digital Surround EX, Universal remote control (Infrared), 17.3 in x 15 in x 6.8 in, 24.5 lbs

The Bottom Line: Yamaha's midprice HTR-5860 A/V receiver loads up on useful features, and it sounds sweet.

Specs: AV receiver, 630 Watt, DTS 96/24, DTS Neo:6, Dolby Digital, DTS-ES decoder, Dolby Pro Logic, DTS-ES Matrix 6.1, Dolby Pro Logic II, DTS-ES Discrete 6.1, Dolby Pro Logic IIx, Dolby Digital Surround EX, Graphic - 5 bands, Universal remote control (Infrared), 17.1 in x 16.4 in x 6.3 in, 24.3 lbs