I've been a contributing editor for PCMag since 2011. Before that, I was PCMag's lead audio analyst from 2006 to 2011. Even though I'm a freelancer now, PCMag has been my home for well over a decade, ...

When it comes to listening to music, convenience has trumped audio quality for a lot of people. Yet, the best wireless speakers leave something to be desired. When you really want to experience your ...

The inner workings of Dolby Atmos and how best to set up your home theater with the right number of speakers for a successful Atmos experience, common mistakes and misconceptions are all revealed.

It wouldnt be 5.1 though. 5.1 requires a center channel, and if you tried to use 5.1 without a center channel, you would lose a LOT. Unfortunately, the X-Box does not support 4.1, so you are stuck ...

I reviewed Andover Audio’s SpinBase turntable audio system back in 2020. It was a great piece of gear for turntable enthusiasts. A 3.25-inch high white or black base that sits beneath a turntable, ...

These are two problems which audio company Victrola has set its sights on fixing, with a new speaker, released at CES 2026.

A great picture isn't worth much without great sound to go with it. These speakers will upgrade the audio in a cinema setup to provide the soundtrack you deserve. By Brandt Ranj, Chris Coke, Tony Ware ...

In case you missed it, Apple's latest HomePod, now in its second generation, has earned praise for its impressive sound quality. The standalone speaker delivers rich Spatial Audio thanks to its large ...