Home Theater Reviews, HDTV, HDMI Receivers
WEBAug 26, 2024 · Sony Bravia 8 & 9 4K HDR Laser Projectors With XR Processor. The new Sony Bravia HDR Laser Projector 8 ($16K) & 9 ($32K) are designed to bring a professional-grade cinematic experience into the home. They are the first to use Sony’s new XR Processor. by Jacob Green — September 10, 2024 …
AV Product Reviews: Speakers, Amplifiers, Receivers - Audioholics
WEBSonus Faber New $750k Flagship ‘Suprema’ Speaker System. Jacob Green — May 06, 2024 00:00. Sonus faber has launched the Suprema ($750,000), a new flagship mega-speaker. The Suprema system comprises a pair of towers and a pair of tall towers and a pair of dual-15-inch passive subwoofers. AV Receiver Reviews Preview.
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 …
Speaker Grilles On Or Off: Which Way Sounds Better? - Audioholics
WEBMost grille fabrics are acoustically transparent and generally do not affect the sound in an audible manner or even in a scarcely measurable manner. The fabrics might attenuate the sound slightly in very high frequencies, but the effects would be minor compared to the diffraction caused by the grille frame.
Rock Band & Guitar Hero Instrument Compatibility Guide
WEBApr 6, 2009 · The matrix below shows compatibility with Microsoft's Xbox 360 game console. If you got into Guitar Hero from the onset, your Les Paul or original USB X-Plorer guitar is going to offer you a "free" wired bass guitar for Rock Band or Rock Band 2. On the Xbox 360, RedOctane/Activision seems to be slightly more …
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.
Is Wharfedale's New Diamond 12 Series the New Benchmark
WEBApr 26, 2021 · The smallest Diamond 12.0 bookshelf speaker is just 10.4 inches tall and uses a 4-inch mid/bass driver. With a sensitivity of 85dB, it should be the most power-hungry of the bunch. The medium-sized Diamond 12.1 bookshelf speaker is 12.2 inches tall and uses a 5-inch mid/bass driver. At 87dB, it should be a little easier to drive.
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.
What are the Different Types of Audio Amplifier Classes?
WEBIf you’ve ever glanced at the specifications sheet for an amplifier, one of the things you may have noticed is the amplifier’s class. Typically denoted by a letter or two, the most common amplifier classes used in consumer home audio today are Class A, A/B, D, G, and H. These classes aren’t simple grading systems, but descriptions of the ...
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.