If you’re trying to host a karaoke night powered by your home theater system, there are a few details you need to get right. Using the screen for free karaoke videos on Youtube and running the microphones through your soundbar seems like the perfect solution …
Soundbar vs Soundbase: Which is Best for You?
Are you ready to take your TV’s sound to the next level? When you purchase a flat-screen TV, no matter how good the video quality is, if you’re still relying on the built-in speakers the sound quality will not be very good. A soundbar or …
Do Soundbars Need an Amplifier or Receiver?
A soundbar is a great way to minimize the footprint of your home theater system. They are a sleek sound solution that greatly reduces the number of cables you need. If you’re switching from a speaker system to a soundbar, you might be wondering if …
Wireless Home Theater Systems – Everything You Need to Know
Home theaters require a lot of equipment, and with every new component, there are often several new wires that need to be connected to everything else leading to trip hazards and laborious cable management solutions. But as technology continues to advance, more homeowners are looking …
How To Use Bluetooth Speakers With An Amazon Fire TV Stick
The Amazon Fire TV Stick is a fantastic device, enabling you to not only get your media streaming setup without any hassle but also allowing you to take that system with you anywhere there’s a screen to plug into. For a more robust home theater …
Can In-Ceiling Speakers Touch Insulation?
So you’re installing speakers into your ceiling and your insulation is costing you some room. What do you do? Does it matter? How you handle your insulation will impact your sound, but more importantly, you may be wondering if it’s dangerous for the speakers to …
Can You Damage Speakers by Under Powering Them?
There are a lot of numbers, components, and various specs that go into creating the perfect home theater system. If you’re looking to build or upgrade the sound component of your setup, confusion around speaker and amplifier power ratings can be confusing. And a quick …
Do You Need an Amp for In-Ceiling Speakers?
If you’re working on the perfect home theater setup, you’ve likely considered in-ceiling speakers. They’re harder to install, true, but the sleek, flush-mounted profile really can’t be beaten. However, you may be wondering what the requirements of ceiling speakers are when it comes to the …
What Is an HDMI Audio Extractor?
If your home theater room doubles as a listening room, you may be in the market for an HDMI audio extractor. HDMI audio extractors are also useful to transmit audio from HDMI-only sources to analog-only audio receivers. A small piece of equipment, an HDMI audio …
Active vs Passive Speakers: What’s the Difference?
When it comes to buying speakers, the number of options available can be overwhelming. There are many different types, brands, and configurations that you’ll have to choose from, including the option of active vs. passive speakers. So what’s the difference between active and passive speakers? …