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    Can A Subwoofer Make Your System Sound Worse?

    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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    Sofabaton X2 Review: Harmony Who?

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    What Is Killing Home Theater?

    Something is killing home theater. In fact, it seems to be a lot of somethings. They are not new, and they aren't...

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    Do AV Receiver Brands Sound Different?

    There are long-standing claims that certain AV receiver brands have a different "sound" than others. Is there any truth behind the claims?...

HDMI December 16, 2021 Tom Andry

Do You Need HDMI 2.1 for Blu-Rays?


With HDMI 2.1 now all the rage, the question becomes, "Do you need HDMI 2.1 in your system to play Blu-rays or other types of Continue Reading →

Room Acoustics December 15, 2021 Tom Andry

Audyssey MultEQ-X: What You Need To Know


Audyssey Laboratories announced MultEQ-X today - a new way to control your Audyssey room correction. But what is it and is it for you? Continue Reading →

Home Theater December 15, 2021 Andrew

How To Choose a Home Theater Installer


Looking to have a home theater installed? As someone that has done that professionally, let me help you choose a home theater installer! Continue Reading →

Room Acoustics December 14, 2021 Tom Andry

Audyssey Midrange Compensation Explanation and Settings


Audyssey's target curve has a dip in the midrange. Audyssey calls this midrange compensation. What is it and what should you do about it? Continue Reading →

Portable December 13, 2021 Andrew

Atlantic Technology Announces FS-BTWS582 Wireless Headphones


The Atlantic Technology FS-BTWS582 wireless headphones are targeted at those who want a high-performance, low-latency wireless solution. Continue Reading →

subwoofer exploded Subwoofers December 10, 2021 Tom Andry

Subwoofer Break-In: Dispelling the Myth


I thought this old myth was dead. But apparently not. Here is the truth: Subwoofer break-in is a myth with no data to back it Continue Reading →

Tower speakers December 9, 2021 Tom Andry

Tower Speakers for Surrounds: Good Idea or Waste of Money?


If tower speakers are best for your fronts, then shouldn't they be best for surrounds too? Well, there are just so many reasons... Continue Reading →

Televisions December 8, 2021 Andrew

Toshiba M550KU Smart Fire TV


Toshiba's new M550KU Smart Fire TV has nearly all the latest features, 48 zones of dimming, and Alexa built-in for an incredible price! Continue Reading →

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