Television Buying Guide 7

Television Sound
Almost every new television has MTS (Multichannel Television Sound) stereo speakers, which is much better than a single mono speaker. MTS is a standard that allows the encoding of 3 channels of audio within a standard NTSC (analog) video signal to a television. A television that is able to receive MTS Stereo allows you to watch television with stereo sound. Usually 5 watts per channel or higher provides a decent audio system for a television. Some sets can simulate surround sound to provide semblance of rear speakers.

Of course no television can compete with a dedicated audio system. You can consider a home-theatre audio system for maximum impact.