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    Sofabaton X2 Review: Harmony Who?

    Can Sofabaton step out of the shadow that Harmony cast all those years ago? We take a close look in our review...

  • Home Theater

    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?...

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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....

DACs November 8, 2021 Andrew

Do I Need an External DAC?


Many audiophiles will claim that an external DAC is necessary in any system. But is this true? Does an external DAC make a difference? Continue Reading →

Portable November 5, 2021 Tom Andry

PaMu Z1 Earphone Review: Is Good Sound Enough?


The PaMu Z1 earphones promise all the bells and whistles you'd expect from a wireless in-ear monitor for $99. But do they deliver? We review! Continue Reading →

Amplifiers & Separates November 5, 2021 Andrew

Do I Need An External Amplifier?


A common question we get is: Do I need an external amplifier. In most cases, the answer is no, but let's look at some of Continue Reading →

Focal Chorus 700V in wall with grille In-wall Speakers November 4, 2021 Tom Andry

The Case Against In-Wall Home Theater Speakers


Many want in-wall speakers because it makes a home theater look sleeker. For me, that's not enough. Here's my case against in-wall speakers. Continue Reading →

Subwoofers November 4, 2021 Andrew

Monolith By Monoprice V2 THX Certified 10″, 12″, and 15″ Subwoofers: Big Bass on a Budget!


The Monolith by Monoprice V2 THX Certified subwoofers appeal to the budget-minded and performance-minded alike. We take a close look! Continue Reading →

Subwoofers November 3, 2021 Tom Andry

5.1 vs 5.2: When One Subwoofer is Better Than Two


When deciding between 5.1 vs 5.2, when should you go with one subwoofer rather than two? We break down when that single sub is best. Continue Reading →

Speaker Cables November 2, 2021 Tom Andry

Best Speaker Wire Gauge for Home Theater


What is the best speaker wire gauge for your home theater? We break down the specific considerations and give you our recommendation. Continue Reading →

Speakers November 1, 2021 Tom Andry

Home Theater Speakers, Seats, and Distance – How Far is Too Far?


What is the safe distance you can place your home theater speakers from your seats? We break it down plus solutions if you are having Continue Reading →

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