Multiroom audio systems were once expensive propositions that could easily cost thousands of dollars to buy and install. Purchasing the speakers, amps, keypads, and switching devices was just the ...

Top-rated speakers from Apple, Ikea, Sonos, and others let you play music throughout your home Clockwise from left: The Denon Home 150, Apple HomePod, and Edifier S1000W wireless multiroom speakers.

In my years as a custom AV integrator, I’ve seen many homeowners placed in difficult situations because of poor pre-wiring by either themselves or a contractor. The possible pitfalls are many, but so ...

The sweet spot for premium wireless speakers is somewhere in the $250-$500 range. That’s where I find the transition from ‘acceptable’ audio to speakers that sound really good tends to happen.

TV and home video editor Ty Pendlebury joined CNET Australia in 2006, and moved to New York City to be a part of CNET in 2011. He tests, reviews and writes about the latest TVs and audio equipment.

Installing a multiroom audio system in your home used to be a daunting prospect. You’d have to spend thousands of dollars on speakers, amps, and keypads. And thousands more to hire technicians to ...