Get a Pioneer home-theater receiver for $134.99

Time to pull your old stereo speakers out of the attic and put them to work alongside your TV. This surprisingly well-equipped receiver makes it possible.

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With Blu-ray, HDMI is required to enjoy the full sound quality, which is dramatically better than broadcast or DVD sound.

Sound Advice: You can't go wrong with these HDMI audio/video receivers

With Blu-ray, HDMI is required to enjoy the full sound quality, which is dramatically better than broadcast or DVD sound

Sound Advice: HDMI will simplify a high-def setup

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Sony Walkman Z (16GB)

Editor's Rating: User Rating: Good: The Walkman Z portable media player emphasizes music as the killer mobile app, integrating Sony's Music Unlimited service, high-quality headphones, and unmatched audio enhancement software. Bad: Considering its premium price, the Walkman Z has limited video support, a thick design, mediocre screen resolution, short battery life, no memory expansion, no cameras ...