http://www.audioholics.comWhere audio and video equipment undergoes rigorous objective and subjective tests by our staff, ensuring that marketing slogans aren't the only guidelines for your home theater choices.Fri, 25 Jul 2008 04:40:00 -0000http://www.audioholics.com/buying-guides/reference-systems/audioholics-showcase-homeAfter two grueling years of plotting, planning, installing and configuring, we’ve finally completed the Audioholics Showcase Home. With over two miles of cable run behind dry wall, more than 40 speakers located around the house, and over 40 channels of amplification, we’ve got enough equipment to make a few IMAX theaters envious. All of the hard work has paid off as we are happy to report this project has gone pretty much according to design. Check out what we use as our reference test bed for conducting reviews and writing technical articles.Fri, 25 Jul 2008 04:40:00 -0000/buying-guides/reference-systems/audioholics-showcase-homeWhat We UseWhat to Buyhttp://www.audioholics.com/buying-guides/reference-systems/reference-system-1Our premier reference system belongs to Gene DellaSala (GDS), who performs some of our most technical and critical audio hardware reviews. This system features a main theater room which is very neutral, transparent and well balanced. Acoustics were provided by Auralex and the end result allows for hair-splitting details to be discerned when inserting a new piece of audio hardware/software for examination. It features an immense RBH Sound T-30LSE System and is outfitted with a robust Denon AVR-5805. This receiver supports two simultaneous multi-channel surround systems (the main theater and the master bedroom) and a Yamaha RX-V2700 and Emotiva MPS-1 power the Family Room. The home contains over 40 speakers with 4 front yard and 4 backyard speakers from Klipsch with powered subwoofers. Yes we rock our neighborhood!Sun, 18 Nov 2007 01:00:00 -0000/buying-guides/reference-systems/reference-system-1What We UseWhat to Buyhttp://www.audioholics.com/buying-guides/reference-systems/reference-system-2Some people build cars, others work on boats… As an official Audioholic, my passion has been for consumer electronics for quite some time now. While boats and cars can be hidden away in garages (or front lawns depending upon what part of the country you live in), home theater projects take on a considerably more sensitive nature in that your living space takes the brunt of the disruption.Thu, 01 Nov 2007 05:00:00 -0000/buying-guides/reference-systems/reference-system-2What We UseWhat to Buyhttp://www.audioholics.com/buying-guides/reference-systems/reference-system-3Reference System 3 is one of our entry level systems and we are pleased to inaugurate it into our collection. This system provides the nuts and bolts of a budget-conscious home theater. This is perfect for consumers looking to buy a select few pieces to really beef up a system's capabilities without breaking the bank. Audioholics plans to use Reference System 3 for a variety of reviews including media servers, flat panel displays, and home theater networking products.Mon, 01 Oct 2007 00:00:00 -0000/buying-guides/reference-systems/reference-system-3What We UseWhat to Buyhttp://www.audioholics.com/buying-guides/reference-systems/reference-system-4Reference System 4 is our third benchmark system and we are pleased to inaugurate it into our collection. This system provides the ultimate in room acoustics and lighting combined with a high quality BenQ DLP front projector and Da-Lite screen and the some of the finest high end gear available.Sat, 01 Sep 2007 00:00:00 -0000/buying-guides/reference-systems/reference-system-4What We UseWhat to Buyhttp://www.audioholics.com/buying-guides/reference-systems/reference-system-5This system has been a work in progress for many years, and has lived in several different types of spaces. The most recent change was adding a retractable Stewart Electriscreen. During the day, the room functions as a sunroom. It is brightly lit with natural light from five windows.Sun, 01 Jul 2007 04:00:00 -0000/buying-guides/reference-systems/reference-system-5What We UseWhat to Buyhttp://www.audioholics.com/buying-guides/reference-systems/reference-system-6Starting many years ago with a meager HTIB, TV and VCR, this system has worked its way into a full home theater with 106” projection screen, full 7.1 audio setup, and high definition sources. You can read about his progression in “Am I an Audoholic?” The primary motivation behind upgrades for Reference System 6 has been primarily been a better video gaming experience, but movie watching was a close second. This theater is the primary screen for movies and daily TV viewing. Of course, music is a part of the Robbins’ household, so there is also a separate 2-channel system in the main living room.Mon, 01 Jan 2007 01:00:00 -0000/buying-guides/reference-systems/reference-system-6What We UseWhat to Buy