Even though it’s Harman Kardon’s entry-level model, the AVR-154 provides everything you need to get plugged in to today’s exciting entertainment choices.

Among low-priced home theater receivers, the Harman Kardon AVR-154 stands out for its great audio quality and adequate features. Experts are generally impressed with how good the AVR-154 sounds, saying it compares favorably with receivers costing more — sometimes much more.

The AVR-154 features three HDMI inputs, two wide-bandwidth HDTV-ready component video inputs, four S-video inputs, a front-panel input for video games, an auxiliary input for portable media players, and a portfolio of advanced surround processing technologies, including Dolby Digital, DTS and Logic 7 processing. A high-current, wide-bandwidth design provides maximum fidelity and 30 Watts of power to each of its 5 channels.

For somewhat around $350 retail, you’re getting a fair amount in terms of performance and features when it comes to the AVR-154. Does it have all the bells and whistles of costlier receivers? No. But for a budding enthusiast or someone looking to bring multi-channel capabilities to a secondary space for relatively no money, the AVR-154 fits the bill nicely. The AVR-154 is a great way to get into the home theater game and it is highly recommended as a good budget receiver.

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To deliver all the detail and realism from what you’re listening to, the HK 3390 uses a high-current power supply. Current is the energy, created by the amplifier, that moves and controls the loudspeaker drivers. The more current that an amplifier generates, the more real-world power your system has on hand. The HK 3390 uses a large power transformer to deliver more current, so you always have the power you need even at high listening levels. All of your favorite sounds — from cinematic explosions to the beat of your favorite song — are played effortlessly and with incredible realism.

It should come as no surprise that the HK 3390 will delight audiophiles with its powerful, high-current amplifier. What is surprising is the flexible connectivity that it offers — connectivity you don’t often find in a stereo receiver. It’s the perfect building block for that second system or for when only two speakers will work.

So go ahead and enjoy. It’s not often that you get more than you bargained for.

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