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Best budget speakers for the money

Energy Take Classic 5.1
4.5 stars
The Energy Take Classic 5.1 is the best budget speaker system we've reviewed, earning...
Best sound bar under $300

Haier SBEV40-Slim
4.0 stars
The ultraslim Haier SBEV40-Slim sounds surprisingly good for its size and features...
Best midrange AV receiver value

Sony STR-DN1030
4.0 stars
The Sony STR-DN1030 is the only midrange AV receiver with built-in Wi-Fi and Bluetooth,...
Best tabletop radio (wireless audio)

Sonos Play:3
4.0 stars
While it doesn't sound quite as good as the larger Play:5, the Sonos Play:3 delivers...

Latest Home Audio Reviews & Previews

Philips HTL5120

The Philips HTL5120 sound bar has a low profile and small footprint, with an integrated subwoofer and reasonable $250 list price.

stars
Jan 7, 2013, 10:05 PM By Matthew Moskovciak
Panasonic SC-HTB370

Instead of its usual array of Blu-ray home theater systems, Panasonic is offering three sound bars, two of which can be converted into separate speakers.

stars
Jan 7, 2013, 9:17 PM By Matthew Moskovciak
808 Headphones (Matte Black)

The new 808 over-the-ear headphones announced at CES 2013 from Voxx promise to give you studio quality at a reasonable price.

stars
Jan 7, 2013, 12:44 PM By Jason Parker

Stream Wireless Home Audio System

The Stream Wireless Home Audio System from Voxx lets you set up zones and control playlists from your computer or iOS device.

stars
Jan 7, 2013, 12:03 PM By Jason Parker
Panasonic SC-NP10

Panasonic's newly announced SC-NP10 Bluetooth speaker is designed to prop up and amplify tablets.

stars
Jan 7, 2013, 10:38 AM By Matthew Moskovciak
Panasonic SC-NE5

Panasonic makes a push for wireless audio with six new home stereos that combine DLNA, Bluetooth, and AirPlay wireless standards for a completely cordless listening experience.

stars
Jan 7, 2013, 10:35 AM By Justin Yu
Philips Fidelio Soundbar HTL9100

Philips announced at CES 2013 the Fidelio Soundbar HTL9100, calling it the world's first sound bar with battery-powered detachable speakers that operate over Bluetooth.

stars
Jan 7, 2013, 8:00 AM By Matthew Moskovciak
Definitive Technology Sound Cylinder

The new $199 portable speaker can serve as a stand for any tablet. It ships in a few weeks.

stars
Jan 6, 2013, 11:40 AM By David Carnoy
Zvox Z-Base 420

The Zvox Z-Base 420 offers an uncluttered look and solid sound at a budget price, but its quirks might give some buyers pause.

3.5 stars
Dec 20, 2012, 1:30 PM By Matthew Moskovciak
SpeakerCraft CS3

The SpeakerCraft CS3 is a handsome, excellent-sounding sound bar that's largely worth its lofty price.

4.0 stars
Dec 14, 2012, 2:22 PM By Matthew Moskovciak

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