The Xbox Series X and S support multiple surround formats, whether you're using an AV receiver with dedicated speakers or a sound bar system with rear satellites. Which settings you choose here will ...

One of the most underrated ways to enhance your gaming experience is to upgrade your sound. Most TVs come with flat, dull, and tinny-sounding speakers that can't deliver the cinematic punch the audio ...

Your sound system and audio experience are a vital part of an exciting and satisfying gaming experience. The soundtrack and sound effects are more than just pleasant accompaniment. The sounds of a ...

The rise of the soundbar has made it easier than ever to upgrade the audio for any TV, new or old. I’ve been testing home theater gear for many years, and can’t imagine setting up a TV without one.

I've been testing audio gear professionally for more than a decade. For this guide, I handpicked surround sound systems across price points from trusted brands with products that consistently deliver ...

5.1 and 7.1 audio can help you identify where certain enemies are in relation to your character, and provide environmental sounds for a more immersive experience. You can also output 5.1, 7.1, and ...

Full-size soundbars measure around 50 inches in width, making them perfectly suitable for a big-screen TV with a 65-inch or ...

When you think of true surround sound stereo systems, you imagine cumbersome multi-speaker affairs that take all day to set up. Sony may have just upended that notion with its HT-AX7 portable theater ...

Everyone's talking about buying a new TV for their PS5 or Xbox Series X, and sure, HDR is going to make your games look better than ever. But in my opinion, surround sound is just as impressive an ...

If you purchase an independently reviewed product or service through a link on our website, Rolling Stone may receive an affiliate commission. If you’re ready to set up your first home sound system, ...

The best surround sound systems don’t just turn up the volume on your TV, film or music — they also transform a flat listening experience into a cinematic wonder. Having a decked-out speaker system ...

If you have a serious movie buff or enthusiastic Netflix-binger in your life, help them out this holiday season and up their home audio game. A lone wireless soundbar is a huge improvement over ...