ARC vs eARC vs Optical: Which Audio Connection Is Better?
Why Your Audio Connection Matters More Than You Think You just bought a new soundbar or AV receiver. You hooked up your 4K/8K TV, your PS5, your Apple TV, and your Blu-ray player. The picture looks amazing — but the sound is coming out of the TV speakers instead of your soundbar, or you’re missing […]
eARC Guide: Lossless Dolby Atmos & DTS:X Audio
If you’ve bought a modern TV, soundbar, or AV receiver recently, you’ve probably seen the letters eARC. But what does eARC actually mean — and does it really matter for your home theater sound? The short answer: yes. eARC (Enhanced Audio Return Channel) is the feature that lets your TV send lossless, high-bitrate audio — […]
