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I'm a professional TV reviewer and these are the 11 items that make up my dream home theater setup

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My home theater setup includes a 77-inch OLED and a Dolby Atmos surround sound system.

As the home entertainment tech editor for Insider Reviews, it should come as no surprise that I'm a huge home theater nerd. When I watch movies in my living room, I want to experience them on the biggest screen I can get my hands on and with as many speakers as I can fit in my apartment. After reviewing AV (audio-visual) products for more than a decade, I've used my expertise to build my own dream home theater system.

Over the years, I've pieced together these components to fit within my budget and space. From a big-screen OLED and affordable TV stand to a powerful Dolby Atmos receiver and reliable streaming device, these products deliver the movie-watching experience I've always wanted. 

If you're looking for recommendations for a killer entertainment system, these items are all great options that continue to deliver excellent performance in my daily use. 

An extra-large OLED 4K TV

OLED TVs aren't cheap but I prefer their contrast performance over what you get with cheaper QLED and LED displays.

A good display is the centerpiece of any home theater, and, as far as I'm concerned, the bigger, the better. After seeing the distance between my couch and the living room wall, I splurged on a 77-inch 4K OLED to get that big movie theater feel. The best OLED TVs are pricier than QLED and LED options, but they offer a big jump in black-level performance, which leads to a top-notch movie-watching experience in a dark room.

I own LG's CX OLED from 2020, but that model has been replaced by the company's newer 2023 C3 and 2024 C4, which offer a brighter picture and improved image processing. If you're willing to pay a little extra, I also recommend the 77-inch Samsung S90C OLED as an alternative. The S90C costs a bit more but has an edge in color performance. Samsung didn't sell OLEDs when I bought my TV, but if the S90 series was around back then, it would have been a top contender for my setup. 

For even more big-screen display recommendations from other brands, check out our guides to the best TVs, best 4K TVs, and best 75-inch TVs.

A wide TV console with big storage cubbies

My TV stand isn't a high-end piece of furniture, but its straightforward functionality perfectly suits my needs.

This affordable Walker Edison media console has everything I need. It's one of the best TV stands for larger displays and offers an understated look with a wide 70-inch surface. I also love its six storage cubbies which are large enough to house all my components and open enough to offer solid airflow. Many TV consoles have closed cabinets (which aren't good for storing electronics that can overheat) or smaller shelves that can't fit big devices like an AV receiver. Build quality isn't on par with pricier pieces of furniture, but it gets the job done for my needs without any issues.  

A mount to keep my display on the wall

This Rocketfish mount can tilt but doesn't offer full motion or extension.

To fix LG's massive display on my living room wall, I opted for this simple Rocketfish mount. It offers some range to tilt the TV and shift it horizontally, but it doesn't pull out for full flexibility. I also opted for Best Buy's mounting service so I didn't have to worry about dropping a 77-inch TV.

A complete Dolby Atmos speaker system

The angled modules on top of my left and right speakers bounce sound off the ceiling.

This Jamo speaker setup that I pieced together lets me hear sound from every direction, even from above my head. My configuration includes left and right tower speakers, a center speaker, two rear satellite speakers, a subwoofer, and four Dolby Atmos speaker modules. The Atmos modules attach directly to the tops of my front and rear speakers. They use angled audio drivers to bounce sound off the ceiling, which adds an extra level of immersion to certain scenes, like during sequences where rain is falling from the sky.  Check out our "What is Dolby Atmos?" explainer for more details about the audio format. 

Though this setup is a great fit for my living room, not everyone has the space for a full-sized speaker rig. If that's the case for you, I recommend visiting our guides to the best soundbars and the best Dolby Atmos soundbars for more compact audio setups. 

A beefy A/V receiver to power and process my speakers

Denon's hefty AV receiver serves as a hub for all my components.

This 9.4-channel Denon receiver has the specs to power all nine of my speakers and my subwoofer without any issues. It also has plenty of HDMI ports to connect other devices, like my Blu-ray player and cable box, to my TV. If you have fewer speakers, I recommend a cheaper receiver, like the 7.2-channel Denon AVR-S760H.

I own Denon's older AVR-X3600H, but that model has now been replaced by the brand's newer AVR-X3800H. The X3800H adds HDMI 2.1 passthrough for connected devices and support for two additional subwoofers.

Sturdy stands to keep my rear speakers in place

I use these stands to position my surround speakers on each side of my couch.

I have pets, and they love to knock into things. This was a problem with some flimsy speaker stands I used to own, so I decided to go with something heftier for my current setup. These Perlegear stands feel sturdy and don't knock over easily. My speakers don't quite clamp in completely, but they're secured enough that I never worry about them falling off.

Lots of HDMI cables to easily connect everything

You can never have too many HDMI cables.

I've amassed multiple drawers full of HDMI cables over the years, but I find these Amazon Basics ultra-high-speed ones to be the most reliable for the money. The six-foot option costs less than $10 and offers support for full 48Gbps bandwidth to transmit HDMI 2.1 features like 4K/120Hz, variable refresh rate (VRR), and auto low latency mode (ALLM). These inexpensive cords should be enough for most needs, but if you want something longer or more durable check out our guide to all the best HDMI cables for more recommendations. 

Speaker wires with banana plugs for hassle-free setup

These Monoprice speaker cables have banana plugs that connect easily to speaker terminals.

I know many home theater enthusiasts consider it a simple task, but I hate stripping speaker wire and feeding the threads into audio terminals. Dealing with stripped wire is especially annoying if you ever need to relocate speakers or swap in a new AV receiver. That's why I love these Monoprice banana plug speaker cables.

They cost more than typical wires but come with plugs attached, so you can simply pop them into your speakers and receiver (as long as they have banana plug ports) to get a secure connection without any cutting or twisting. I also run some handy cord covers across my floor and under my rug to feed these cables to my rear speakers for a clean, tidy look.

A reliable Roku to stream my favorite apps

The Roku Ultra is a speedy streaming set-top box.

LG's smart TVs have a decent built-in platform for apps, but I like using a dedicated streaming player to get the snappiest performance. The Roku Ultra gets the job done with support for all the best streaming services and all the video and audio formats I need. I also prefer Roku's simple interface over other options, which can get a bit cluttered and overwhelming. The Ultra is my pick for the best streaming device overall, but there are great Apple TV, Fire TV, and Google TV alternatives if you prefer those systems. 

A 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray player to watch movies in the best quality

4K Blu-ray players, like this Panasonic model, offer an edge in image and audio quality over streaming.

Yes, I'm one of those people who still buy Blu-rays. Though I also stream plenty of content, I prefer discs to get the very best video and audio quality. And with a shelf full of discs, I never need to worry about my favorite movies suddenly getting pulled from streaming services. This Panasonic 4K Blu-ray player offers excellent performance, and it's one of the few models out there that supports Dolby Vision and HDR10+. Check out our "What is HDR?" guide for more details on the pros and cons of different high-dynamic-range formats.

A gaming console to play the latest titles

My gaming setup includes a PS5 (top), Nintendo Switch (bottom left), and Xbox One X (bottom right).

My go-to gaming system right now is the PS5. I went with the disc version versus the digital edition since it lets me play used copies of games, and it's nice to have an extra 4K Blu-ray player handy if I ever want to bring one into another room.

I'm also a huge Zelda and Mario fan, so I own a Nintendo Switch to ensure I never miss the latest entries in those franchises. And though I've yet to invest in an Xbox Series X or S, I do have an older Xbox One X that I use with Game Pass.

An extra-large OLED 4K TV
OLED TVs aren't cheap but I prefer their contrast performance over what you get with cheaper QLED and LED displays.

LG 77-inch Class C1 Series OLED 4K TV, $2,899.99 on Best Buy

A good display is the centerpiece of any home theater and, as far as I'm concerned, the bigger the better. After seeing the distance between my couch and TV wall, I splurged on a 77-inch 4K OLED from LG to get that big movie theater feel. It's expensive, but I took advantage of the Best Buy credit card's handy 24-month financing. 48-, 55-, and 65-inch sizes are also available for more affordable prices.

Note: I own the 2020 CX model, but that's been phased out now for the nearly identical 2021 C1 model.

A mount to keep my display on the wall
This Rocketfish mount can tilt but doesn't offer full motion or extension.

Rocketfish Tilting TV Mount, $99.99 on Best Buy

To fix the massive display to my wall I opted for this simple Rocketfish mount. It offers some range to tilt the display and shift it horizontally, but it doesn't pull out for full flexibility. I also opted for Best Buy's mounting service so I didn't have to worry about dropping a 77-inch TV.

A complete Dolby Atmos speaker system
The angled modules on top of my left and right speakers bounce sound off the ceiling.

Jamo S 5.1 speaker package, $1,346 on Adorama 

Jamo S 8 ATM Dolby Atmos add-on speakers, $199 on Crutchfield

This Jamo speaker setup lets me hear sound from every direction, even from above my head. Special Dolby Atmos add-ons attach to the front and rear speakers to bounce sound off the ceiling, and the effect is really cool. These add-ons are often sold out, but new stock is added from time to time. Even without them, the Jamo speakers deliver fantastic performance.

Note: Jamo's 5.1 speaker package includes S801 bookshelf speakers, but I upgraded to the larger S803 model which has the necessary connections to pair with the Atmos add-ons.

A beefy A/V receiver to power and process my speakers
Denon's hefty AV receiver serves as a hub for all my components.

Denon AVR-X3700H 9.2 Channel receiver, $1,599.99 on Amazon

This 9.2-channel Denon receiver has the specs to power all nine of my speakers and my subwoofer without any issues. It also has plenty of HDMI ports to connect other devices, like a Blu-ray player, to my TV. If you have fewer speakers, I recommend a cheaper receiver, like the 5.2-channel AVR-S540BT ($349) or Onkyo 7.2-channel TX-NR5100 ($599).

Note: I own the AVR-X3600H model, which has been replaced by the newer AVR-X3700H.

Sturdy stands to keep my rear speakers in place
I use these stands to position my surround speakers on each side of my couch.

Perlegear Universal Speaker Stands with Cable Management Holds, $79.99 on Amazon

I have two cats, and they love to knock into things. This was a problem with my old speakers and flimsy stands, so I decided to go with something heftier. These Perlegear stands feel sturdy and don't knock over easily. My speakers don't quite clamp in completely, but they're secured enough that I never worry about them falling off.

Lots of cables to easily connect everything
These Monoprice speaker cables have banana plugs that connect easily to speaker terminals.

Amazon Basics High-Speed 4K HDMI Cable (6 foot), $8.17 on Amazon

Monoprice Premium Braided Speaker Wire (10 foot, 2-pack), $34.99 on Amazon

I've amassed a variety of HDMI cables over the years, but I find these Amazon Basics high-speed cables to be the most reliable for the money. I also love these Monoprice banana plug speaker cables. I hate having to cut speaker wire and then feed the threads into speaker terminals; these cables just let me plug everything right in with no hassle. I also have some handy cord covers to keep all my cables out of sight.

A reliable Roku to stream my favorite apps
The Roku Ultra is a speedy streaming set-top box.

Roku Ultra, $69 on Amazon

My smart TV has a good built-in platform for apps, but I still prefer to use a standalone streaming device to get the snappiest performance. The Roku Ultra gets the job done with support for all the services I watch, as well as all the video and audio formats I need. I also prefer Roku's simple interface over other options.

A 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray player to watch movies in the best quality
4K Blu-ray players, like this Panasonic model, offer an edge in image and audio quality over streaming.

Panasonic 4K Blu-ray Player, $495.99 on Amazon

Though I stream a lot of content, I still prefer discs to get the very best video and audio quality. This Panasonic 4K Blu-ray player offers excellent performance with advanced image processing. It's also one of the few models out there that supports Dolby Vision and HDR10+.

A gaming console to play the latest titles
PS5 (top), Nintendo Switch (bottom left), Xbox One X (bottom right).

Nintendo Switch, $299 on Amazon

I somehow got lucky and was able to snag a PS5 last November during a random restock on Amazon. I'm a big fan of Sony's exclusive games, like "Spider-Man: Miles Morales," and new games look stunning in 4K HDR on my TV. I also own an Xbox One X, which is fantastic with Game Pass, and a Nintendo Switch so I can still play my favorite Nintendo franchises.

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