Home Cinema Choice 164 - on sale now

This issue sees the welcome return of THX loudspeakers to Home Cinema Choice. While THX audio processing remains fairly common on higher-end AV receivers, speakers that comply to the standard have been few and far between.

Inspired by the sound designers and mix-wizards at Skywalker Ranch, THX speakers are unique in that they mirror how studio speakers are designed and sound. The specification has been controversial in hi-fi circles, but I love it.

Also this issue, we reveal the 50 Blu-ray discs you must see (and hear!) if you're into hi-def AV, take an exclusive look at the incredible new Sharp XS1E LCD TV, and get excited about a new gadget that (finally) allows you to back up to Sky+ HD recordings onto DVD in a hi-def format!

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Exclusively in HCC 164, on sale now:

How to back up Sky+HD and Blu-ray We reveal the £180 gadget that will liberate your hi-def recordings

50 greatest Blu-ray discs Do you agree with our list of the HD discs you really must see?

Retro Time to get nostalgic about the late, great CRT TV

Plus tested in-depth…

Sharp LX-52XS1E Exclusive first test of Sharp's astonishing flagship LCD - is this the world's best TV?

Klipsch THX Ultra 2 Experience the ultimate in high-end audio with this titantic THX Ultra2
7.2 speaker package

Pioneer KRP-600A Kuro returns with a slimmer screen and separate media box featuring integrated HD satellite tuner

Sony VPL-VW80 A cutting-edge SXRD projector that sets new standards for the technology

& much more!