Everyone knows that upgrading to a nicer TV will give you better viewing quality, whether it's the size of the TV, a 4K format, or something like the OLED and QLED technology. Plus, looking for a new ...

The names make the difference sound simple: Dolby Digital 5.1 is regular surround sound, while Dolby Digital Plus must be the better version. The actual difference isn't quite that simple. Dolby ...

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. There was a time, not so long ago, when most of us were perfectly content with our 32-inch CRT screens and their tinny, built-in speakers.

Anyone know where i can download a Dolby 5.1 test signal to test out the separate channels on my speaker setup with PowerDVD? I know I can rent or buy dvd's that are specifically made for this (such ...

REVIEW – 6 months ago, I packed up my wonderful Bowers & Wilkins 607 speakers I used for music and TV sound ( along with a subwoofer and two Audioengine speakers for surround) and replaced them with ...

Choosing between a soundbar and full surround system requires you to evaluate how much you care about convenience, immersion, ...

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Your Xbox is surround-sound capable, and it's easy to enjoy 5.1 or even 7.1 immersive sound for your favorite titles.

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I'm using a Realtek sound chip in a Mac Pro 2008 with Windows 11. There doesn't seem to be support for 5.1 sound using SP/DIF. I have a Logitech X-540 and a Technics Digital SH-AC500D Surround Sound ...