Essential if you plan to connect a turntable without a separate preamp.
If you might add more speakers later, buy a receiver with more channels than you currently need to "future-proof" your system. 3. Check Your Connections
A "channel" represents one speaker. The more channels, the more immersive the sound.
Ensure there are enough for every device (TV, PlayStation, Apple TV) plus one or two spares for future gadgets.
