Sound quality is one of the most important things you need to consider when setting up your own home theater system. And Harmon Kardon AVR 240 certainly does not disappoint. Featuring the latest cutting-edge technologies of the company, this receiver creates a centralized, sonic performance that makes for an enjoyable listening experience.

Whether you have a three-unit speaker or a five-unit one, AVR 240 gives out clear, crisp, quality sound that is amazing to listen to home. You can hear every bit of sound effects emanating from your radio, iPod or TV whether it is a car crash or a bomb exploding.

You don’t even need to tinker around the volume to get the right amount of mix between background sound and dialogue. The receiver itself creates a balance between these sound elements and perfectly transmits and distributes them throughout your speakers. The result is an engulfing sound even on a large environment.

Harmon Kardon 240 is compatible with a wide range of audio and video equipments. It has a Harman Kardon Bridge that allows you to navigate your iPod from the remote control. You can do several things from the remote control: navigate iPod functions, choose tracks to listen to, or recharge your iPod, or even view track details on the 240’s display screen.

The AVR 240 also features a Virtual Speaker option which is especially helpful when you have less than six speakers at home. The result is an enveloping sound field wafting from your home theater system.

Another essential component of this receiver is its HDTV compatibility, high bandwidth video option with a display screen featuring black or blue background. It also has Logic 7 technology that is exclusive only to Harman products. This creates a well-defined sound environment that does not heavily rely on the number of speakers available.

One of the challenges of setting up a receiver is the many sound elements that you need to mix and balance. But the receiver’s onscreen display and menus is well-coordinated and intuitive. The AVR 240 is simple enough that even non-audiophiles can calibrate and equalize the sound.