If you already have a Sonos home audio system, or even if you’re just starting to consider dipping your toe in, the Sonos Connect Amp is a tool you’ll want to consider. For larger homes, it can help you manage sound “zones” in an easy …
Do You Need a Subwoofer with Ceiling Speakers?
Whether you already have ceiling speakers or you’re looking to add them to your home entertainment center, you may be wondering if you need to add on a subwoofer, too. There are so many subwoofers on the market, and all of them can enhance and …
5 Best Alternatives to Sonos Arc Surround System
With the Sonos Arc, Sonos has solidified itself as the soundbar king. And with the way that the Sonos ecosystem works that also means it is now closing in on the title of surround-sound king as well. The Dolby Atmos equipped Arc can, paired with …
How to Add Bluetooth to an A/V or Stereo Receiver
If you’re pursuing an entirely wireless home theater (our guide), you’ll probably consider adding Bluetooth to your receiver at some point. There are a lot of different Bluetooth receivers on the market. Not all of them are intended for home theater sound, so you need …
How to Protect Outside Speakers
Outdoor speakers are a great addition to any space. However, you can’t just set the speakers up and forget about them. Outdoor speakers need to be maintained and they also require protection. To protect outside speakers: Keep them away from sunlight and water Cover them …
Can You Put a Subwoofer on Its Side?
There are lots of reasons you might consider putting a subwoofer on its side. Most of the time, this is related to space. Sometimes a subwoofer just fits where you need it to when it’s on its side. But does this impact the sound quality? …
In-Ceiling vs In-Wall Speakers – Which is Best for You?
When you’re upgrading your surround sound, in-ceiling and in-wall speakers are both great choices. They allow you to create a one-of-a-kind, room-flooding surround sound experience in a single room or even in multiple rooms. But after you see the price, you be wondering if one …
Can You Use Indoor Speakers Outside?
Perhaps you are looking to complement your new exterior TV with a nice set of speakers, or you are looking for the long term external solution for streaming music outside. You’re going to need speakers for that, and you might be wondering if you really …
What is a Pre-Out on an A/V Receiver and When Would You Use It?
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. …