If you are an audiophile, investing in a high-quality home audio system is a terrific idea. Nothing beats high-quality speakers and a subwoofer playing your favorite music. A good home audio system is also an integral part of a good home theater system. Regardless of your intentions, consider a few must-have features when you budget for a new system.

One of the most important components of your home audio system is the receiver. Your receiver is essentially the device that unifies the various components of your system, controlling and linking each one. Many receivers also come with Wi-Fi capabilities, allowing them to use your home network to access audio services, such as Spotify, Pandora and other forms of Internet radio.

You also need to consider a way to incorporate physical media into your audio experience. If you never play more than one CD at a time, you might be able to get by with using a DVD player to play the audio disc. However, if you plan on playing more music, consider a CD changer or a turntable as an input device.

Perhaps the most obvious features of your home audio system are your speakers. Invest in at least a 5.1 system, which includes a front array, two rear speakers and a subwoofer. A 7.1 system adds a couple of side speakers. In general, it is a good idea to spend most of your budget on your speakers, particularly the front array and subwoofer.

If your home audio system is a part of a larger home theater system, you also want to consider how elements like a television, a cable or satellite box and a DVD or Blu-Ray player might fit into the picture. If you are looking for high-quality audio alone, though, invest in the best receiver, CD changer and speakers that you can afford.

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