Brent Butterworth

The Polk MagniFi Mini AX is the all-around best soundbar because of its big, immersive sound, small footprint, affordable cost, and easy operation.

The Roland FP-10 is our favorite budget digital piano for beginners because it offers the most realistic feel and sound among models in its price range.

Klipsch’s The One II Bluetooth speaker is a great way to get full, satisfying sound in the home with no need for complicated setup or special apps.

For powerful, precise bass in stereo and home theater systems, the best subwoofer is the affordable and compact Rogersound Labs Speedwoofer 10S MKII.

If you’re looking to build a compact, affordable stereo system, we like our top-pick mini stereo amplifier for its combination of power and features.

The Triangle Borea BR03 passive speakers and the Edifier S1000MKII powered speakers are the best we’ve tested under $600.

Our pick for the best surround-sound system has a stylish design and great sound.

Our top pick offers the ideal combination of power, ease of use, and versatility, making it the best tool for most at-home beard groomers.

The Pioneer DJ DM-50D-BT is the best-sounding pair of computer speakers we’ve heard in the $200 price range.

The Alvarez RU22C is the best ukulele for beginners because it has great sound and styling, and its concert-size body is good for kids and adults alike.

This inexpensive silicone scrubber is easy to use in the shower, and the gentle probing of its tiny fingers feels a bit like getting a facial.

An indoor TV antenna can pull in dozens of local TV channels for free, but finding the best location can be a challenge. Here are some tips.

We recommend the Antennas Direct ClearStream Flex antenna because it performed well in our tests and offers more installation flexibility than the competition.

Want to listen to music, internet radio, or podcasts in your backyard? We explain all the different ways to do it.

The OSD Audio AP650 is the best all-around choice in a passive outdoor speaker because it sounds great and has a rugged, sealed design with a versatile mount.

After 30 hours of research and testing five different models, we recommend three USB audio interfaces for DIY home recording. Read on to see our picks.

The EarMen Eagle is our favorite portable headphone amplifier/DAC because of its appealing combination of convenience, performance, and affordability.

Subwoofers are a powerful addition to an audio system, but they vary greatly in cost. Here’s what you can get when you pay more.

The ukulele is one of the simplest instruments to learn, and a few key accessories can make getting started even easier.

We love the Andover Audio SpinBase because it makes setting up a vinyl-record playback system easy, and it sounds shockingly good.