Home Theater

Amazon offers the Sony 7.2-Ch. 4K Home Theater A/V Receiver for $198 shipped. Also available at B&H and Adorama with potential tax savings at the time of purchase. This receiver just received an official 33% price drop at authorized retailers, which is a match of our holiday 2016 mention when Sony ran the same promotion and an all-time low.

Sony’s 7.2-channel A/V receiver is the #1 best-selling product of its kind at Amazon with a solid 4.2/5 star rating. Features include full 4K and HDR compatibility, Bluetooth connectivity, four HDMI inputs plus 145W of power per channel.

Need a new speaker setup? We still have Harman Kardon’s 5.1-Ch. bundle on sale for $150 shipped (Orig. $650).

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Amazon offers the Samsung HQ-J4000 2.1-Ch. 300W Curved Wireless Soundbar for $217.99 shipped. That’s a $181 savings off the original price, down $132 from Best Buy and an Amazon all-time low. This 2.1-channel home theater system features 300W of power across a 42-inch curved soundbar and a wireless subwoofer. Inputs include optical and HDMI plus Bluetooth connectivity. Rated 4.7/5 stars by 244 Best Buy customers.

Next up, we have the Pioneer VSX-531 5.1-Ch. 4K AV Receiver w/ Bluetooth for $199.99 shipped. For comparison, it has a list price of $250 and today’s deal is within $2 of the Amazon all-time low. Features include 4K support, Bluetooth connectivity, four HDMI inputs and HDR compatibility. Rated 3.9/5 stars.

If you don’t mind going open-box, Best Buy has Sony’s 7.2-Ch. 4K 3D A/V Receiver with AirPlay and Google Cast for $259.99 shipped (Reg. $400). You’ll need to scroll down to the bottom and select ‘buying options’ to see this offer.

We Found More Deals at Harman Kardon:

• SB 26 Advanced Soundbar (refurb.) : $200 (Orig. $600)
• AVR 1710 Audio/Video Receiver (refurb.): $210 (Orig. $550)
• JBL Clip Plus (refurb.): $19 (Orig. $50)

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Target is offering the Bose SoundTouch 130 37-inch Home Theater System for $944.98 shipped. For comparison, this item usually goes for at least $1,300 at other retailers, like Amazon. Rated 4.2/5 stars by 70 Amazon users.

The Bose SoundTouch 130 features the ability to play from Bluetooth devices and Wi-Fi music services like Prime Music, Spotify, Pandora, and Internet radio stations. Additionally, you can control your music from anywhere in the house with a smartphone app available for both iOS and Android. Includes 4 HDMI inputs.

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Newegg’s official eBay Store offers the Harman Kardon AVR-1710S 7.2-Ch. 4K A/V Receiver with Bluetooth and AirPlay for $249.99 shipped. For comparison, it has an original list price of $550 and our previous mention was $288. Today’s deal is the lowest that we’ve tracked.

Make the jump to a more powerful home theater experience with Harman Kardon’s A/V Receiver. This model does it all, including support for 7.2-channels of audio and six HDMI/4K inputs. Best of all, you can enjoy AirPlay and Bluetooth connectivity from your iOS or other mobile devices. Harman Kardon A/V receivers generally do well amongst Amazon customers, collecting 4/5 star ratings in many instances.

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Amazon offers the Logitech Advanced Touchscreen Harmony Remote for $199.99 shipped. Also at Best Buy and Crutchfield. That’s good for $50 off the regular going rate, a match of the Amazon all-time low and the best offer currently available.

Logitech’s Harmony Advanced Remote has a built-in touchscreen display and compatibility with over 270,000 devices, including Apple TV, Roku, TiVo, gaming consoles and more. This model has a full color display, motion-activated backlit buttons, and action buttons that quickly start activities like “watch a movie.” It comes with a charging station to keep your remote powered up. This is my personal remote of choice, and I can say that it honestly lives up to the hype. Best Buy customers have left a 4.4/5 star rating.

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Best Buy offers the Samsung 65-inch 4K Smart Ultra HDTV (UN65KU6290FXZA) for $899.99 shipped. That’s good for $200 off the regular price at Walmart and other online retailers. We also saw this Ultra HDTV at $900 during Black Friday.

Samsung’s 65-inch 4K Ultra HDTV features smart functionality, three HDMI inputs, 120 Motion Rate, and two USB ports. Over 500 Best Buy customers have left a 4.7/5 star rating.

Want to go high-end? Check out LG’s 55-inch 4K OLED, on sale for $1,499 (Reg. $2,000).

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1byone (99% positive feedback from 47,000+) is back again on Amazon with a pair of discounts on its popular Super Thing Amplified HDTV Antennas. The 50-mile model is available for $23.99 Prime shipped (Reg. $30+) while the 10-mile version has dropped to $10.39 ($13+). These are individual all-time lows on these antennas, but we have seen a few deals for up to $3 less on similar types of products in the past.

Cutting the cord and going with over-the-air local channels can help save a bundle on monthly cable expenses. AntennaWeb can help you find what stations are available in your area. Each model has a 16.5-foot antenna and supports full 1080p HD content. Upgrading to 1byone’s 50-mile option brings an included USB-powered amplification system. Rated 4.1/5 stars by over 3,600 Amazon customers.

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BuyDig offers the Samsung HW-K360 Soundbar with Wireless Subwoofer and the SWA 8000S Rear Speaker Kit for $229.98 shipped when promo code AFHT17 is applied during checkout. Today’s deal represents a $300 value as the soundbar usually sells for around $170 and the rear speaker set goes for $130.

If you’re one of the lucky ones that picked up a new TV this holiday season, now is the time to upgrade your audio setup. Samsung’s surround sound system offers improved dialogue and deeper bass in a simple and “easy to install” package. Bluetooth connectivity, digital audio and a 3.5mm jack highlight the list of inputs alongside 290W of total power. Rated 4.5/5 stars by nearly 700 Best Buy customers.

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Amazon offers the TiVo Roamio OTA 1TB DVR for $314.99 shipped. It has a list price of $400 (which it still fetches at Walmart) and is currently on sale for $350 at Best Buy. Today’s deal is an Amazon all-time low price.

For cord cutters, it doesn’t get much better than TiVo’s Roamio DVR. This full-featured set top box uses your HD antenna to record up to four shows at once, with room for 150 hours of footage. SkipMode allows you to instantly bypass commercials on most popular shows with the press of a button. Additionally, the Roamio DVR brings all of your favorite streaming media services to one location (including Netflix, Hulu and more). Thankfully, TiVo includes an all-in service plan, so you won’t have to worry about extra subscription fees. Learn more in our announcement coverage. Over 1,900 Amazon customers have left a combined 4.2/5 star rating.

You’ll need an HD antenna to capture local channels and content with this DVR. We recommend the best selling 1byone 50-mile model with built-in USB power supply and amplification system for $29.99 Prime shipped. Visit AntennaWeb for more information about location channels available in your area.

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1byone via Amazon offers its HDTV Antennas in 25 mile, 35 mile, and 50 mile ranges for up to 58% off list price, starting at just $10 Prime shipped (Reg. $20) for the 25 mile model. You can get the 35 mile model for $14, and the 50 mile model is actually cheaper than the 40 mile right now for $24. All of these offers are shipped free with Amazon Prime and are all-time lows on Amazon or matching previous all-time lows…

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As a part of its Holiday Audio Blowout Sale, Amazon is discounting a number of notable Pioneer home theater receivers, speakers and bundles. Free shipping is available on the entire lot with Prime members still able to secure delivery before the 25th. Now is the time to upgrade your home theater to match that new TV you bought on Black Friday. You’ll find a number of highly-rated options available, but here are a few of our favorites.

Our top pick is a pair of Andrew Jones SP-FS52 Floor Standing Speakers with Pioneer’s VSX-530-K A/V Receiver for $309 shipped. Today’s deal represents a nearly $400 value as the speakers usually sell for $108/each and the receiver holds steady at $180. This bundle has everything needed to enjoy your favorite movies or records this holiday season. Pioneer’s 4K A/V Receiver offers Bluetooth connectivity, four HDMI inputs and full Dolby compatibility. The floor standing speakers are an Amazon best seller with a 4.7/5 star rating, while the receiver has collected solid reviews as well.

More Home Theater Deals at Amazon:

• Pioneer 4K A/V Receiver + Pair of Andrew Jones Bookshelf Speakers: $239 ($290 value)
• Pioneer Andrew Jones 100W Power Subwoofer: $100 (Reg. $130)
  • matched at Walmart
• Pioneer Andrew Jones Pair of Bookshelf Speakers: $90 (Reg. $110)
  • matched at Walmart
• Pioneer Andrew Jones Pair of Floor Speakers: $90 (Reg. $110)
• Pioneer Andrew Jones Center Channel Speaker: $70 (Reg. $90)
• …and more…

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Amazon is offering rare discounts on Sonos Wireless Smart Speaker this morning, taking up to $50 off PLAY:3, PLAY:5, PLAYBAR and SUB. Also available direct, at Best Buy and B&H. Although we saw the PLAY:1 on sale last week at $149 ($30 off now), today’s offering is the first notable discount on the larger PLAY:5 and home theater system at Amazon. This offer is valid through the end of the year or while supplies last.

Discounts include:

• PLAY:3 (white or black): $269 (Reg. $299) | Amazon
  • Also direct, Best Buy, B&H
• PLAY:5 (white or black): $469 (Reg. $499) | Amazon
  • Also direct, Best Buy. B&H
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• PLAYBAR: $649 (Reg. $699) | Amazon
  • Also direct, Best Buy, B&H
• SUB: $649 (Reg. $699) | Amazon
  • Also direct, Best Buy. B&H

Sonos is the premier way to enjoy your music, podcast, home theater and more across multiple wireless speakers. The free iOS and Android apps offer full control of each unit with access to all of your favorite streaming services (Spotify, Apple Music, etc). Pair multiple speakers together and create a full home theater system to accompany your TV. I’ve been using Sonos for years, and can honestly say it’s the best speaker system for most consumers on the market today. It’s intuitive and the design is top-notch across the entire lineup. Amazon customers agree, leaving stellar ratings on these products.

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Amazon offers the VIZIO Smartcast 40-inch 5.1-Ch. Slim Soundbar System for $254.99 shipped. Also available at Target after automatic 15% discount. That’s good for $175 off the original price, down $45 from nearly every Black Friday offer online and the lowest that Amazon has ever sold it for.

This complete 5.1-Ch. surround sound system features VIZIO’s new slim wireless subwoofer that is designed to be hid away behind a cabinet or couch. Features include Google Cast and Bluetooth connectivity, Apt-X, and Dolby Digital support. Inputs include HDMI, RCA, coax, optical and analog. Rated 4.3/5 stars at Best Buy.

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Amazon offers the Sony HTCT390 Ultra-Slim Soundbar with Bluetooth for $198 shipped. Also available at B&H, Adorama, and Best Buy (for $2 more). That’s good for $102 off the regular price and the lowest Amazon has ever sold it for.

Sony makes some of our favorite soundbars and this model is no exception. It has an ultra-slim design and a wireless subwoofer that will fit right in with your existing home theater. Features include Bluetooth and NFC connectivity, HDMI, USB plus optical inputs. Rated 4.3/5 stars by 269 Best Buy customers.

More Audio Deals:

• Polk Audio T15 Bookshelf Speakers: $50 (Reg. $100) | Amazon
• Jaybird X3 In-ear Wireless Headphones: $100 (Reg. $130) | Best Buy
• Sony 5.2-Ch. 4K A/V Receiver: $148 (Reg. $250) | Amazon
• Samsung 37-inch 2.1-Ch. 120W Bluetooth Soundbar: $83 (Reg. $125) | Amazon

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Amazon offers the Mohu Leaf 30 HDTV Antenna for $29.85 Prime shipped. For comparison, that’s $10 off the regular price at most online retailers like B&H and the best offer that we’ve seen since January. Furthermore, this is the same price that Mohu charges for a open-box unit.

This Mohu Leaf model provides access to high definition over-the-air TV channels that are available within 30-miles. It’s perfect for cutting the cord and accessing free programming from local stations like CBS, NBC, FOX, ABC and more. Mohu uses a “paper-thin” design that is reversible and can be painted to match your decor. A 10-foot coaxial cable is included with purchase. Over 11,400 Amazon customers have left a 3.8/5 star rating.

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Walmart offers the VIZIO 38-inch 2-channel Sound Bar (model SB38290-C6) for $68 shipped. For comparison, it has a list price of $100 and regularly goes for around $95 at online retailers like Amazon. Today’s deal is the best offer currently available by nearly $30.

Ditch your HDTV’s built-in speakers for this (likely) better sounding option from VIZIO. Features include 100dB of power, Bluetooth connectivity, auxiliary/AUX/RCA inputs, and it ships with a remote. Over 2,100 Amazon customers have left a 4.1/5 star rating.

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Amazon is offering the Logitech Harmony Elite Remote bundled with a 2nd Generation Echo Dot for $287.58 shipped. This bundle represents a $350 value, the remote usually sells for $300 and the Dot has a list price of $50. Today’s deals are an effective all-time low on both products.

Just a week ago, Logitech announced that it would be adding support for Amazon’s Echo line on compatible Harmony products. This move allows users to control their TVs, smart home gear and more via Alexa. Logitech’s Harmony Elite is the Rolls-Royce of consumer home theater remotes. I’ve been using it for about a year now, and couldn’t be happier with the quality and interface. You’ll be able to control up to 15 devices at a time, including popular products like Philips Hue, SONOS and Nest (check out the entire 250,000 device library here). Logitech also offers a free smartphone app that brings the same functionality. Rated 4.1/5 stars by 375 Amazon customers.

The 2nd generation Echo Dot is a favorite of ours as well. It brings Alexa control to your home with the push of a button. Simply attach it to a speaker and you’re ready to get started. Rated 4.2/5 stars by nearly 1,200 Amazon reviewers.

Amazon is also offering a notable Echo Dot bundle that includes a WeMo Smart Plug for $72.99 shipped ($85 value, discount reflected in-cart). The WeMo Switch is one of the easiest ways to jump into home automation. It will turn on your lights, monitor energy usage, and much more. In addition to Echo Dot compatibility, the free WeMo smartphone app offers even deeper controls. Rated 3.7/5 stars from over 4,600.

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Adorama is currently running a promotion on popular Mackie and PreSonus Monitor Speakers with additional savings if you don’t mind dealing with a rebate. Each of today’s markdowns are a match of our previous low mentions ahead of the extra discount and the best offer currently available. You’ll need to print out the mail-in rebate on each product listing and follow the directions to bag your additional savings.

Here are your choices:

• PreSonus Ceres 3.5-inch Speakers w/ Bluetooth: from $85 (Reg. $150)
  • 50W of power
  • Treble/Bass Controls
  • 4.1/5 stars
• Mackie CR4 4-inch Speakers: from $95 (Reg. $150)
  • 50W of power
  • 80Hz – 20kHz frequency response
  • Best Seller at Amazon
  • 4.4/5 stars
• PreSonus Ceres 4.5-inch Speakers w/ Bluetooth: from $110 (Reg. $180+)
  • 50W of power
  • Subwoofer out, 70 Hz to 20 kHz frequency response
  • 4.1/5 stars

Your computer’s built-in speakers likely don’t have the power to really make your music shine. Make the jump to a pair of external monitors and greatly improve your audio setup. Each of the above options are bound to be a step up.

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Amazon is offering the Logitech Harmony Smart Control with Simple Remote for $79.99 shipped (Also at Best Buy). That’s $50 off the original list price and the lowest we can find for it. In addition to the included universal remote, it works with a free app for iOS or Android to turn your smartphone or tablet into a full-featured remote control for your entertainment system. This all-in-one remote lets you control up to 8 components for simple, multifunction use. Rated 4/5 stars by 1963 Amazon shoppers.

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ShopDivvy (99.4% positive feedback, Top Rated Plus Seller) via eBay Daily Deals offers the VIZIO 38-inch 2.1-Ch. Soundbar with Wireless Subwoofer (certified refurb) for $99.99 shipped. That’s good for $62 off the original price, down $58 from Amazon and a match for the best that we’ve seen.

This soundbar has a 38-inch design and it ships with a wireless subwoofer. There is Bluetooth, optical, RCA and 3.5mm connectivity. Additional features include 100dB of power, Dolby-certification and a two-channel system. Rated 4.3/5 stars by over 1,300 Amazon customers. This is a certified refurbished product that ships with a 90-day warranty.

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Amazon offers the Samsung 2.1-Ch. 300W Curved Soundbar with Wireless Subwoofer (model HW-J4000) for $256.33 shipped. Also available at Walmart. That’s good for $143 off the original price, $73 less than Best Buy and the lowest that Amazon has ever sold it for. Samsung is bringing its popular curved display designs to soundbars, too. This model is 42-inches in width and is capable of pushing 300W of power. Inputs include optical and HDMI plus it has Bluetooth connectivity. Over at Best Buy, shoppers have a left a 4.5/5 star rating.

Next up, Amazon has the LG 4.1-Ch. 360W Soundbar with Wireless Subwoofer (model SH7B) for $279 shipped. For comparison, it usually sells for $350 or more at online retailers like Best Buy and has never been offered for less at Amazon. This soundbar is loaded with connectivity, including Google Cast, Bluetooth, HDMI pass-through, Wi-Fi, Spotify Connect and more. It is a 49-inch model, so it will fit well under larger HDTVs. Rated 4.5/5 stars.

ICYMI: We still have VIZIO’s 38-inch 5.1-Ch. Surround Sound System on sale for $200 (Reg. $300).

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Amazon offers the LG 2.1-Ch. 320W Sound Bar with Wireless Subwoofer (model SH5B) for $169.88 shipped. That’s good for $129 off the original MSRP, down $50 from most online retailers, $30 less than Best Buy and the lowest price that we’ve tracked outside of a one-day BuyDig promotion.

Soundbars are an excellent buy for those looking to upgrade their home theater without breaking the bank or wiring an entire system together. This model from LG provides everything needed to improve your sound. Notable features include 320W of power, Bluetooth streaming and a wireless subwoofer. It’s loaded with input options including HDMI with ARC, 3.5mm and optical. The soundbar itself is 43-inches wide, so it will fit nicely under most HDTVs. Rated 4.4/5 stars by over 100 Best Buy customers.

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The popularity of traditional 5.1-channel home theater systems that are wired together has gone down in recent years. This trend is primarily because of the success of soundbars and wireless setups from VIZIO, SONOS and others. Consumers like the ability to enhance their audio without the headache of an extensive setup.

Today, Samsung is expanding its line of home theater equipment with a focus on shoppers that desire a high-end experience. With 4K compatibility, wireless 5.1-channel surround sound and a big price tag, it will be interesting to see how these new releases fare in comparison to the competition.

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Today only as part of its Gold Box Deals of the Day, 1byone via Amazon is offering its Amplified HDTV Antenna with 50 Mile Range, Detachable Amplifier Power Supply and a 10ft Coax Cable for $22.49. It ships free for Prime members or in orders over $49. That’s more than 30% below the original listing, and the current best price we can find.

Perfect for bringing your cable bills down, this model has a 50 mile range to offer up local over-the-air channels. We suggest using a site like AntennaWeb to confirm which stations are available in your area. It can also be mounted just about anywhere and at any orientation, as you can see in the image above and below. More details below.

This is the number one best selling antenna on Amazon and carries a 3.8/5 star rating from over 8,700 customers.

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Today only, as part of its Gold Box Deals of the Day, Woot via Amazon is offering the VIZIO 40-Inch 1080p Smart LED TV (2015 Model, E40-C2) for $259.99 shipped. That’s more than 30% below the original $380 price tag, the Amazon all-time low and the best price we can find.

Features include a 120Hz refresh rate with an LED backlight, built-in Wi-Fi, 2 HDMI/1 USB ports and comes with the remote. Rated 4.2/5 stars from over 3,700 Amazon customers.

You’ll want to head over to yesterday’s roundup for more of the best HD and 4K TV deals. We also have some discounted mood lighting for the back of your monitors and other displays still live.

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Amazon offers the Onkyo 5.1-Channel Home Theater Receiver/Speaker Package (model: HT-S3700) for $299.99 shipped. That’s $200 off the original list price, $95 less than Best Buy’s current listing and a match to our previous mention. 

It has HDMI 2.0 Support for 4K/60Hz Video, Bluetooth Version 2.1, 6 HDMI Inputs and 1 Output for 4K video, and a USB Port for Mass Storage Audio Playback. Rated 4.4/5 stars from over 200 Amazon shoppers and it’s also the best selling home theater system there. 
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