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Yamaha RX-V765 7.2 Home Theater Receiver Preview Yamaha's RX-V765, with its price of just $649 makes it one of the best ways to get into a powerful HDMI-upconverting AV receiver. The receiver has four HDMI inputs, each which captures HD audio.

Onkyo HT-S5200 Home Theater System First Look Prices for home theater systems have absolutely plummeted over the past decade. If we were proving this in a court of law, Exhibit A would have to be the Onkyo HT-S5200 7.1-channel system.

Klipsch Icon WF-34 Floorstanding Loudspeaker First Look Klipsch's new affordable slim-line WF-34 floorstanding loudspeakers are designed to take up less floorspace while still delivering the dynamic and detailed sound they are known for.

Onkyo HT-S7200 Home Theater System First Look Prices for home theater systems have absolutely plummeted over the past decade. If we were proving this in a court of law, Exhibit A would have to be the Onkyo HT-S7200 5.1-channel system.

Onkyo HT-S3200 Home Theater System First Look The prices for surround sound have absolutely plummeted over the past decade. If we were proving this in a court of law, Exhibit A would have to be the Onkyo HT-S3200 5.1-channel system.

Atdec Quick Shift Donut Display Mount First Look Want a nearly tool-less display mount with nearly unlimited adjustments? Atdec has what you want with the new Quick Shift Donut. Tons of adjustments plus a quick release mechanism all with no tools.

Polk Audio Wireless Surround F/X Rear Speaker First Look The Wireless Surround F/X builds on the SurroundBar technology Polk has be using for years but puts it in the back of the room. A switch to indicate placement of the speaker makes placement a breeze.

ZAGGbox Media Server Preview The ZAGGbox is a recording device with universal remote and streaming capabilities. It has a terabyte of storage, 4 USB ports for more, 3 HD and 2 SD inputs, and the ability to stream to your phone.

Rotel RSX-1560 Surround Sound Receiver Preview The Rotel RSX-1560, with class D amps, 4 HDMI inputs, and dual sub AND center channel outs certainly has a lot of bells and whistles for a more esoteric brand.

Elemental Designs EL8.3t Tower Speaker First Look The new Elemental Designs EL speakers (headed by the EL8.3t) represent a new direction for eD. With a higher price-point, top notch components, and solid construction, the price may be justified.