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    Do AV Receiver Brands Sound Different?

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Yamaha Aventage receivers Surround Receivers October 26, 2013 Clint DeBoer

Yamaha Aventage Series Receivers Features Step-Chart


Shopping for the perfect A/V receiver can be tough, but it’s good to know that you can bring up a chart that compares the various features of Continue Reading →

Choosing the best Blu-ray Player Home Theater October 9, 2013 Clint DeBoer

Choosing the Best Blu-ray Player


Choosing the best Blu-ray player is a bit more difficult than it might seem. You have to really understand your needs before you can make Continue Reading →

Configuring AirPlay speaker Speakers October 1, 2013 Clint DeBoer

Configuring an AirPlay Speaker


We’re impressed with AirPlay and its ability to make the task of sending audio and video as simple as pressing a button. As a wireless Continue Reading →

3D formats Televisions September 26, 2013 Clint DeBoer

3D Formats, a Primer


3D was billed as being “the next big thing”, and it’s certainly compelling. When done right, it yields an incredible viewing experience that enhances movie-watching Continue Reading →

Video upconversion in Blu-ray Televisions August 27, 2013 Clint DeBoer

Video Upconversion in Blu-ray Players


There are a lot of wrong ideas when it comes to video upconversion in Blu-ray players and DVD players. For one, the manufacturers don’t help Continue Reading →

3D Blu-ray players Home Theater August 26, 2013 Clint DeBoer

Do I Need a 3D Blu-ray Player?


With all of the fuss about 3D, a big question is whether or not to get a 3D Blu-ray player. We’ve got some opinions on Continue Reading →

Should I upgrade my receiver? Surround Receivers August 22, 2013 Clint DeBoer

Should I Upgrade My Audio Receiver?


The question we get asked the most by friends, family and, well, complete strangers, is: “Should I upgrade my audio receiver?” My immediate answer is Continue Reading →

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