Turn up the Volume on Your Home Theater System

According to research by the CEA, a majority of U.S. households own at least one high-definition television. But HDTV is not complete without audio equipment that takes full advantage of digital surround sound.

So before tuning in to watch the big game, the Consumer Electronics Association recommends the following products to enhance your experience:

Sharp HT-SB300 2.1 Sound Bar Audio System with Digital Decoding
The Sharp Sound Bar features 32 watts of total output power and 2.1ch front surround system with main driver plus subwoofer in one unit. MSRP: $299.99

JVC TH-BA1 Sound Bar System
The TH-BA1, a sound bar system that features a low-profile 4.1 channel front surround sound bar and wireless subwoofer, combines sleek design and simple setup with performance that delivers convincing surround sound. MSRP: $399.95

Polk Audio Surround Bar SDA Instant Home Theater
Compact, integrated speakers perfectly matched for flat TVs. Includes an innovative wireless subwoofer and six drivers to provide a broad, accurate sound field. MSRP: $499

Triad Speakers' OnWall Mini 3.0 LCR Loudspeaker System
Integrates three Mini LCR loudspeakers into one high-performance front channel speaker solution, for on-wall use with 42-inch flat panel video display. MSRP: $1,500

Panasonic SC-BTX70
This slim bookshelf system pumps out awesome virtual 7.1 channel sound. Using only front speakers and a subwoofer, it provides a realistic surround sound. Includes a sliding door that plays Blu-ray discs and iPod music and video. MSRP: $999

Philips HTS5100
Combines the best in Blu-ray technology with surround sound. The HTS 5100B brings cinema quality sound and picture directly to the living room. Includes full HD picture quality and features Deep Color Technology, which eliminates on-screen color banding. MSRP: $549

Yamaha RX-V765 AV Receiver
Delivers HD video and audio performances along with exceptional versatility at a popular price point, enabling music and movie enthusiasts to fully enjoy their Blu-ray players, broadcast HD services and gaming consoles with comprehensive feature sets. MSRP: $649.95

For more information, visit www.DigitalTips.org.