Thank you for being a valued part of the CNET community. As of December 1, 2020, the forums are in read-only format. In early 2021, CNET Forums will no longer be available. We are grateful for the participation and advice you have provided to one another over the years.

Thanks,

CNET Support

Question

Entry Level Receiver / Sound System

Feb 24, 2018 6:55AM PST

I have a small space, I don't want my speakers taking up a lot of room. I'd like to accommodate my inputs - android box, dvd player, chromecast and a spare HDMI, just in case. I'd really like to take advantage of a small speaker, like a bose wireless, bluetooth speaker.

My list of my 'requirements' are simple:
- 4 HDMI inputs.
- I don't need a soundbar, surround sound or any of that (remember I'm dealing with a small, condo-like space).
- Audio from the HDMI inputs need to be output to a wireless speaker.

FWIW - my TV doesn't support audio out (silly me, I didn't think to look for that when I purchased the TV). Hopefully someone can recommend a receiver that will support these things.

Discussion is locked

- Collapse -
Clarification Request
Most of the entry level receivers now have BT
Feb 24, 2018 2:44PM PST

But usually only for receiving and not transmitting. I know the Sony STRDN1080 offers both though, it’s overkill for your needs though.

I would consider any of the entry level AV receivers from Onkyo, Denon, Yamaha, etc. Going with simple bookshelf speakrs will sound much better than any bt speaker system. It’s really easy to hide a couple of modest runs of speaker wire.

- Collapse -
thanks...
Feb 24, 2018 3:01PM PST

That's great advice.

- Collapse -
Answer
Sony
Feb 26, 2018 10:53PM PST

Try Sony receiver most of them have BT. Guess a perfect option to go with.

- Collapse -
See my reply above
Feb 27, 2018 6:47AM PST

Sure, but Most of them have BT *receivers*, not Transmitters, which is what the OP desires.