When setting up a home sound system, you’ll need a receiver. These devices play a crucial role in determining the sound quality you’ll experience. When considering receivers, there are two main options, and they’ll determine how you use your sound system. We’ve compared the differences and similarities between home theater receivers and stereo receivers to help you decide which one is right for your home entertainment setup.
Receivers vs. Amplifiers! Everything You Need to Know!
A home theater receiver (also called an AV receiver or surround sound receiver) is optimized to be the central connection and control hub for the audio and video needs of a home theater system. A stereo receiver is optimized to serve as the control and connection hub for an audio-only listening experience.
This does not mean that these receivers cannot be used interchangeably in an emergency. You will hear better sound from a mismatched receiver than you will from a TV's built-in speaker or a direct connection to a phone's audio jack.
When selecting receivers for your system, consider what you will most likely use the system for and what applications are important to you.
