Are Av Receivers Obsolete?

Home theater receivers also tend to become obsolete within a few years, while a good stereo receiver can be used for decades. Your subwoofer has “speaker-level connections,” which are inputs and outputs for speaker wires.

Do you still need an AV receiver?

A/V receivers act as the nerve center of your home theater system. They perform a host of essential functions, including decoding your DVD's surround sound formats, driving your loudspeakers, and switching between audio and video components. If you want high-quality surround sound, you need a high-quality A/V receiver.

Are AV receivers worth it?

Wrap-up: Focus on the big features

But most of all, it's worth remembering that AV receivers, much more than other home audio devices, are all pretty similar. ... Personally, I think AV receivers could get a lot better, but they're still your best option if you want high-quality sound.