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The Best Gear of 2023

LG vs Samsung vs Sony TVs: Best TVs of 2023
Remember the huge leap forward from flip-phones to iPhones in 2007? Well, it’s the same all over again, but this time with TVs — and the new ones are game-changers

The Best Soundbars for Your TV and Budget 2023
We've selected the top sound bars — wireless, surround sound, and more — so that you can get on your way to better sound.

The Best AV Receivers for Amazing Home Theater Sound 2023
On a mission to create the ultimate movie theater experience at home? A great home theater receiver is a must. In this guide, our experts list the best of the best by category, so you can get the best for you, your situation, and your budget.

Best Home Theater Systems For Your Budget and Room Size 2023
Discover our picks for the best home theater systems in a variety of categories: best for the money, best looking, and so on. No hype, no bull – just some occasional we-can’t-help-ourselves honest enthusiasm for a great home theater experience.

The Best Headphones for Gaming, Traveling, and Music 2023
Here’s a roundup of the best headphones — wireless, noise cancelling, and more — so that you can stop comparing and start listening.

The Best Turntables in all Categories: From Experienced Record Collectors To Beginners 2023
The turntable geeks of WWS tell-all, sharing their top picks for every budget.

The Best Outdoor Speakers For Pools, Patios, and Parties 2023
See what our experts are saying are the top outdoor speakers of the year.

The Best Outdoor TVs For Your Backyard: from Full Sun to Shade 2023
See what our experts are saying are the top outdoor TVs of 2023.

The Best Car Stereos For Any Budget 2023
See what our experts are saying are the top car stereo head units of the year.

The Best Car Speakers For Music Lovers 2023
See what our experts are saying are the top car speakers of the year.

The Best Marine Audio Gear: Waterproof Boat Speakers and Stereos 2023
See which receivers, speakers, and amplifiers our experts mention in our top Marine Audio Gear of 2023 guide.

The Best Car Subwoofers for Bass Lovers 2023
All about that bass? See what our experts are saying are the top car subwoofers of the year.

The Best Bluetooth Speakers: Portable Speakers For Any Budget 2023
See what our experts are saying are the top Bluetooth speakers of the year.

Best Projectors For Your Home Theater Setup 2023
Projectors offer a bigger picture than just about any flat-panel TV, and they don't have to break the bank. If you want to take your video experience to the next level, here are our picks for the best projectors available today.

The Best Noise-Cancelling Headphones For Airplanes, Gaming, and Music 2023
See what our experts are saying are the top noise-cancelling headphones of 2023.

Best Wireless Earbuds For Working Out, Music, and Phone Calls 2023
See what our experts are saying are the top wireless earbuds of 2023.

The Best Subwoofers for Deep Bass for Home Theater and Music 2023
Think any old subwoofer will give you adequate boom for your buck? Think again and read our guide to the Best Subwoofers for 2023. We’ll explain the critical considerations, and we’ll help you find the one that really suits your system.

The Top Digital-to-Analog Converters (DACs) for Amazing Digital Music 2023
If you're looking to up your audio game with a DAC or just want to learn what the heck a DAC even is, check out this guide.

Best Floorstanding Speakers For Home Theater and Music 2023
So, you’re in the market for a pair of floorstanding speakers, but the sheer number of available options is leaving you a little shaky? Let us help! Check out this Best Floorstanding Speaker guide if you’d like some insight into some of the hottest speakers on the market.

Best Bookshelf Speakers For TV, Home Theater and Music 2023
Are you looking for big, rich sound, but don’t have the space for floorstanding speakers? Our bookshelf speaker selection (and stellar advice) can help you find the perfect speaker soulmate for your space. Check out our Best of Bookshelf Speaker guide to see which speakers are your perfect fit!

The Best CD Players for Sound, Home Theater, and DJs 2023
Is the CD format dead? Not on your life. Our top CD players Gear Guide proves it. One thing that these CD players all share: an ability to render the audio in your CD collection at the level of quality the producers of the original recording intended. We stand behind every one of these fantastic devices, and we can help you find the perfect player that will integrate into your existing system or will become the core of a whole new home stereo system.

The Best Audiophile Headphones for Music and Gaming 2023
In the car, on a walk, drowning out the neighbor’s lawn mower, taking a break on the couch with your favorite podcast, on the train headed to a new adventure, on the bus waiting to get dropped off at school, relaxing in a bathtub, running down the beach or rushing to your gate trying hard not to miss your flight… For every instance in your life, you can take your music with you with a nice pair of headphones

Best Headphones for Gaming 2023
If there is one thing that Chris knows more about than home stereo, it’s gaming. As a member of the PC master race with a custom built rig and long time Nintendo fanboy, gaming is the one hobby he spends more time on than anything else. And during those hours of play, it’s important to level up your audio game as well. Every footstep, call out, and detail will come through loud and clear with these 8 headphones & headsets.