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Home audio:

Best home audio products

(Updated May 13, 2013 11:08 PM PDT)
Matthew Moskovciak

Matthew Moskovciak

Senior associate editor

Home audio encompasses a wide array of product categories, including everything from AV receivers to surround-sound speakers to iPod speakers and tabletop radios. We've selected five standout products that represent some of the best values in the home audio arena. For even more selections in specific product categories, check the top products lists linked to the left.
Energy Take Classic 5.1

Best budget speakers for the money

Energy Take Classic 5.1

The Energy Take Classic 5.1 is the best budget speaker system we've reviewed, earning our Editors' Choice Award with its outstanding sound quality and exquisite looks.

Price: $375.00 - $399.00 (check prices)

4 stars Outstanding Editors' Choice - Energy Take Classic 5.1 Read full review
Sony HT-CT260

Best budget sound bar

Sony HT-CT260

The Sony HT-CT260 is our go-to budget sound bar pick, with excellent sound quality, built-in Bluetooth, an adaptable design, and no major missteps.

Price: $284.00 - $299.99 (check prices)

4 stars Excellent Read full review
Sony STR-DN1030

Best midrange AV receiver value

Sony STR-DN1030

The Sony STR-DN1030 is the only midrange AV receiver with built-in Wi-Fi and Bluetooth, making it one of best receiver values this year.

Price: $458.05 - $499.99 (check prices)

4 stars Excellent Read full review
Sonos Play:3 (black)

Best tabletop radio (wireless audio)

Sonos Play:3 (black)

While it doesn't sound quite as good as the larger Play:5, the Sonos Play:3 delivers a superior streaming-audio experience that you can control from any iOS device or Android smartphone.

Price: $297.19 - $299.91 (check prices)

4 stars Excellent Read full review
Pioneer SP-PK52FS

Best-sounding budget speakers

Pioneer SP-PK52FS

If you've got the space for it, the Pioneer SP-PK52FS is simply the best-sounding, budget-price home theater speaker package you can buy.

MSRP: $629.99

4 stars Outstanding Read full review
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