The Audiophiles Guide
The Audiophile's Guide podcast is your invitation into the world of high-end audio, and connecting with me, Paul McGowan—a 50-year veteran in the art and science of sound and the co-founder and CEO of PS Audio. We do kind of a mind meld between me and our technologically connected hosts. Each episode is a fresh, no-nonsense exploration of how to bring music to life in your home, drawn from my decades of hands-on experience designing the gear that makes it happen.
The Audiophiles Guide
What is an AV receiver?
For most people, the AV receiver is the heart of their home theater—a one-box solution that powers speakers, switches inputs, and decodes surround formats. But for audiophiles, it’s often a compromise. So what exactly is an AV receiver, how does it work, and where does it fall short when it comes to music? Today, we’ll take a closer look at these all-in-one units—and why a dedicated two-channel system still holds the edge for serious listening.
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