Home Theater Reviews, HDTV, HDMI Receivers
WEBNew Marantz Model M1 & M4 Multi‑Room Audiophile Streaming Amplifiers! Jacob Green — September 17, 2024 00:00. The Marantz Model M1 ($1,000) is a compact streaming amp in a Sonos/Bluesound form-factor while the Model M4 ($3,500) is a four-zone distributed audio amp to deliver audiophile grade whole home audio.
The Decibel (dB) Scale & Audio Rules 101 - Audioholics
WEBDec 31, 2012 — The Decibel (dB) Scale & Audio Rules 101. For those looking to gain a deeper understanding of how audio works, whether to make better-informed decisions or simply for the sake of curiosity, it's useful to lay down some ground rules that govern how audio systems behave relating to loudness and the …
How To Set Up a 5.1 Home Theater Speaker System - Audioholics
WEBApr 27, 2014 — In this educational video, we take you on a tour of a typical 5.1 speaker system which includes (front left, front right, center, left surround, right surround, and a dedicated powered subwoofer). We show you where each speaker should be placed and also discuss proper set up and calibration to ensure the best performance.
Building a Do-It-Yourself Loudspeaker Design - Audioholics
WEBJul 2, 2013 — It is possible to get pretty deep bass out of a smaller cabinet but the efficiency and total acoustic power are typically much lower. For this sample project, we will set a reasonable design goal of +/- 3dB from 35-20kHz with the ability to generate a minimum of 100dB SPL at 1 meter with an impedance minimum of 4 ohms.
Yamaha A-S801 Integrated Amplifier Review - Audioholics
WEBNov 1, 2015 — Performance Rating: Value Rating: Review Date: November 01, 2015 19:00. MSRP: $ 999. The Yamaha A-S801 is an honestly rated 100 watt/ch integrated amplifier with a built in high resolution USB-B DAC to power a serious dedicated two-channel or upscale PC system with pristine fidelity. Buy Now.
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Building A DIY Sealed Subwoofer - Audioholics
WEBJun 24, 2016 — On the down side, without a port to augment system output, you need a meatier driver to achieve solid deep bass. There are three basic components needed to build a sealed subwoofer: the driver, the enclosure, and an amplifier. Building a successful subwoofer requires some design work in terms of matching the driver to the enclosure, and ...
AV Processor and Preamp Reviews - Audioholics
WEBAnthem AVM 90 15.4CH Preamp Processor Review. Theo Nicolakis — February 12, 2024 00:00. The AVM 90 8K is the first worthy successor to Anthem's D2v. Objectively and subjectively it's Anthem’s best-sounding preamp processor—EVER. Possibly the apex predator of 15.4CH pre-pros under $8,000.
Best AV Receivers Reviews for 2023 - Audioholics
WEBDenon’s affordable new 8K-capable AV receivers; the 7.2CH AVR-S770H ($649) and the 5.2CH AVR-S670H ($549) offer 6 HDMI inputs and enough power for small-to-medium living-rooms and are ready for the future.
Dolby Atmos Best Speaker Setup Practices In the Home
WEBAccording to Dolby, there’s some wiggle room there, and anything from 30 to 55 degrees is acceptable. Gene recommends sticking to the smaller end of that range, placing the front Atmos speakers 25 to 35 degrees forward from the main listening position, and the rear ones 25 to 35 degrees behind.
Sealed vs Ported Subwoofers: Which Is Right For You? - Audioholics
WEBBottom Line. Relative to their sealed cousins, ported subwoofers typically offer better low-end extension as well as greater output around their tuning point. However, there is no free lunch; deeply-tuned ported subwoofers tend to be quite large, making them less décor friendly as well as reducing placement options.