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    We love our subwoofers around here but adding a subwoofer can make your system sound worse! How can this be? Let's discuss....

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News & Opinion September 28, 2022 Andrew

Marantz Announces Their 2022 Lineup of 8K AV Receivers


Finally, Marantz announces their 2022 lineup of 8K AV receivers. Starting at $1200 and reaching $7000, is this your next AV purchase? Continue Reading →

Cool Tech September 27, 2022 Tom Andry

What is a False Wall for Home Theater and Why Would You Want One?


What is a false wall, what does it do for you, and why might you want one in your home theater? Let's discuss. Continue Reading →

Surround Receivers September 26, 2022 Andrew

Denon Reveals Their 2022 Lineup Of 8K AV Receivers


After what seemed like forever, Denon reveals their 2022 lineup Of 8K AV receivers. Did these AV receivers hit the bullseye, or miss the mark Continue Reading →

Power Protection September 23, 2022 Andrew

Will a Power Conditioner Make Your Home Theater Sound Better


Will a power conditioner make your home theater sound better? There are plenty of owners that say they do. Let's discuss. Continue Reading →

Network Streaming Players September 22, 2022 Tom Andry

Can Your Streaming Device Affect Video or Audio Quality?


If all things were equal, the device you use for streaming shouldn't affect the quality of the audio and video. But it does. Why? We Continue Reading →

Subwoofers September 21, 2022 Tom Andry

Stop Putting Two Subwoofers at the Front of Your Room


You want great bass, right? So, please, stop putting two subwoofers at the front of your room. Why? Let us explain! Continue Reading →

News & Opinion September 19, 2022 Andrew

Denon AVR-X3800H First Look – Audyssey and Dirac Together?


Denon has finally released details on the AVR-X3800H. Let’s do a first look and discuss if it will be your next receiver! Continue Reading →

Subwoofers September 16, 2022 Tom Andry

Everything You Know About Bass in Home Theater is Wrong!


A capable subwoofer can play down to 20Hz. But there are lower notes. Infrasonic bass that many deem essential for your home theater. Is it? Continue Reading →

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