Without compromising on audio or video quality the NR1504 is far less dominating than most AV receivers. With a height of just 105mm, it's around fifty percent lower in profile than even its slimmest competitors and nearly half the height of some of the more portly models. Although the NR1504 gets off to an impressive start with its looks, it's still the sound quality that really impresses. The Marantz NR1504 uses good quality audio components for a focus on sound quality. Added to this is a discrete output stage. To enhance the sound quality still further, a Pure Direct function bypasses the decoding circuitry for a purer, more accurate sound with stereo music. Also included with the NR1504 is MDAX2 compressed audio restorer. As the name suggests, this enhances the sound from MP3 sources and provides near CD quality. Despite its compact size, the NR1504 still comes with a full range of networking functions. Simply connect to your home network using an Ethernet connection and you can access thousands of Internet radio sites via vTuner as well as subscription services such as Spotify and last.fm. It is also DLNA compatible and comes with AirPlay support built in. In terms of home cinema functionality, the NR1504 also has all the formats covered. A raft of Audyssey processors includes MultEQ, Dynamic Volume and Dynamic EQ. Working in conjunction with this ideal speaker set-up system you'll find Dolby TrueHD and DTS-HD decoders. When it comes to connecting up your system, the Marantz NR1504 has got all the sockets you need. There are no fewer than six HDMI inputs for full compatibility with your complete system. They're also compatible with 3D and ARC (Audio Return Channel) for a less cluttered cable connection. There is also an iPod/iPhone Digital USB connection.

Micro CD Receiver with DAB Tuner. The Melody Media is not only a good-looking, good-sounding CD Receiver, it also gives you effortless access to a myriad of different music sources. Firstly, it gives you high-quality playback of CD content as well as MP3 and WMA files from CD-R/RW. And as it is a receiver, a radio is built-in and you can select analogue FM radio with RDS or take advantage of digital radio broadcasting DAB and DAB+, which offer superior sound quality and supplementary information. The USB port is iPod-digital-compatible and is Works with iPhone certified. But it doesnt stop there: you can also connect the Melody Media to the Internet or your PC via the Ethernet input on the back. The DLNA 1.5 certified Melody Media plays thousands of free-of-charge Internet radio stations from all over the world via vTuner, or why not enjoy the online music service Napster. You can even access your own music library on your PC. Whatever you want, the powerful 60W rms x2ch plays music loud and clear and effortlessly, because the large display makes operation easy. The Melody Media has it all.

Micro CD Receiver with DAB Tuner. The Melody Media is not only a good-looking, good-sounding CD Receiver, it also gives you effortless access to a myriad of different music sources. Firstly, it gives you high-quality playback of CD content as well as MP3 and WMA files from CD-R/RW. And as it is a receiver, a radio is built-in and you can select analogue FM radio with RDS or take advantage of digital radio broadcasting DAB and DAB+, which offer superior sound quality and supplementary information. The USB port is iPod-digital-compatible and is Works with iPhone certified. But it doesnt stop there: you can also connect the Melody Media to the Internet or your PC via the Ethernet input on the back. Black Finish.

For a powerful AV receiver with matching speaker package, that's also compatible with your iPhone/iPod, the LG SR906 demands your attention. Although significantly undercutting many rivals' prices, the LG SR906 certainly doesn't compromise on quality - sound or vision. In terms of sound quality, the SR906 is definitely a class above its rivals. With 180 watts per channel and a mighty 200 watt subwoofer, the SR906 is around twice as powerful as many of its contemporaries and will fill a large room with ease. A wide range of sound enhancement systems such as Bass Blast, Clear Voice, Natural EQ and Game EQ allow you to tailor the sound to your exact requirements. Also helping the SR906 sound a cut above are the superior speakers. Whereas some use very basic satellite speakers, the SR906 uses two-way front speakers with separate tweeters and seamless woofers. Similarly, the centre speaker is proper, twin-woofer design that's more typical of a separates home cinema system. The result is that, although the speakers may be a little bigger than usual, the sound quality is in a different league. Treble is more detailed and crisply portrayed, vocals have real presence in the room and the bass is more solid and better integrated with the rest of the soundtrack. Another area where the SR906 impresses is with its connectivity. No fewer than 3 HDMI inputs allow you to connect up your HD games console, set-top box and Blu-ray player and enjoy quality surround sound from them, too. Added to this is ARC (Audio Return Channel). This returns the sound from the TV, back into the receiver, via a single HDMI cable, saving you extra wiring. Coming complete with a USB socket, the SR906 easily hooks up to an iPod or iPhone and gives you a high quality, digital connection for the best sound quality possible. If you've already got a Blu-ray player or PS3 but want a matched AV receiver and speakers, the LG SR906 is unrivalled at this price.