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XLR vs RCA – Which Cable is Better?


Some amps have only RCA connections while others offer XLR. Is there any reason that one cable (XLR vs RCA) would be better than the Continue Reading →

Portable April 26, 2022 Andrew

ZVOX AV30 Wireless Headphone Review


At $99, the ZVOX AV30 wireless headphones don‘t break the bank. But are they good enough to be your daily driver? Let’s discuss! Continue Reading →

In-ceiling Speakers April 25, 2022 Tom Andry

All My Speakers Are In the Ceiling! What Do I Do?


Some people install all their speakers in the ceiling for the "clean" look but isn't very good for surround sound. What to do? Continue Reading →

Surrounds April 22, 2022 Tom Andry

5.1 or 7.1 – Why I More Often Recommend Five Home Theater Speakers


I disconnected my surround back speakers and sold them. Why? For the same reason I now often recommend five over seven home theater speakers. Continue Reading →

Soundbars April 21, 2022 Tom Andry

Denon DHT-S217 Soundbar


Denon has announced the imminent release of their Polk-designed DHT-S217 soundbar. We break down what it can and can't do. Hint: No DTS! Continue Reading →

Blu-ray Players April 21, 2022 Tom Andry

I Don’t Have a 4k TV, Are Ultra HD Blu-Ray Discs Worth It?


If you don't have a 4k TV, are buying Ultra HD Blu-ray discs worth it? We talk about the benefits of Ultra HD Blu-rays so Continue Reading →

Speakers April 20, 2022 Tom Andry

Speaker with Multiple Sets of Binding Posts – How to Connect?


You've bought your first set of "real" speakers and you realize that your speaker has more than one set of binding posts. How does this Continue Reading →

Surround Receivers April 19, 2022 Tom Andry

AV Receiver Upgrade Checklist


So you think you need a new AV receiver. But, will it make a difference? We've put together an AV Receiver Upgrade Checklist to help! Continue Reading →

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