Receiver’s can be complicated devices, and it’s easy to lose track of what specs and ports you need. One feature some receivers have–a Pre-Out–can be especially confusing. If you’re looking into buying an A/V receiver, you may be wondering what a pre-out is and how …
Sonos Arc Review: The Ultimate Dolby Atmos Soundbar
Soundbars are such an interesting category of hardware. They’ve gone from a new and niche technology almost a decade ago, to a point where nowadays they’re commonplace. A quick Amazon search shows that this product category is now crowded with options that seem basically equivalent. …
What is a Dolby Atmos Soundbar? Everything You Need to Know!
In the wide world of soundbars, it’s easy to get lost in all the specifications and acronyms. One feature you may notice in some higher-end soundbars is the advanced audio standard Dolby Atmos. But is this something you need? What does Dolby Atmos add anyways? …
How to Connect a Microphone to a Soundbar – Karaoke with a Soundbar
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 …