If you are shopping for a home theater receiver this holiday season, there are many terms that can be confusing. One thing that confuses consumers is what the terms 5.1, 6.1, and 7.1 mean with regards to surround sound and home theater receiver specifications. To find out what the .1 actually refers to in surround sound, read my Quick Tip: What the .1 Means in 5.1, 6.1, or 7.1 Channel Surround Sound.
For some additional tips for buying a home theater receiver, check out my articles: Before You Buy a Home Theater Receiver - Part One, and Before You Buy a Home Theater Receiver - Part Two.
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