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The Truth vs Hype about Expensive HDMI Cables Do expensive HDMI cables make a difference? What should you look for in an HDMI cable? We answer those questions in an easy to follow video, and we have the science to backup our claims.

Understanding the Different HDMI Versions (1.0 to 2.0) HDMI has changed over the years. This article goes through the various forms of HDMI from 1.0 all the way to the latest HDMI 2.0 specification.

Why Your Cat6/5e Network Cable is Slowing You Down: Interview with Blue Jeans Cable Cat6/5e network or ethernet cable quality is a little understood but big problem. We dive into why 80% of cables fail to meet spec and what you can do you ensure you are buying good network cable.

Do Loudspeaker Manufacturers Really Make Their Own Drivers? Loudspeaker manufacturers often claim they make their own drivers that go into their products. This industry insider's perspective shows this is often not the case. OEM manufacturing is very common.

The Product Development Process: An Insider's Prespective Part II Part II of our look behind the scenes at the manufacturing and product development process typical of an AV consumer electronics manufacturer. Outsourcing, parts usage, tooling discussed.

The Product Development Process: An Insider's Prespective Part I Even wonder how products go from concept to design to production? Why crappy products are made? We peek behind the curtain at the new product development process in the consumer electronics industry.

HDMI 2.0 Specification and 4K UHD (2160p) Resolutions The HDMI 2.0 specification is coming, but there is a lot of speculation as to what the HDMI 2.0 spec will actually offer. Here's a hint: It's all about UHD 2160p resolution and bandwidth.

Amplifier Voltage Gain Explained – Matching Amp to Preamp Interested in a separate amplifier? Amplifier voltage gain and sensitivity are important specs to know about. This article explains the concept to help identify how to match your amp to a preamp.

Reader Question: DACs - What Do You Recommend? I am considering replacing my Marantz CD player SA300 with an Oppo BDP-95. I have an older but high quality system consisting of Levinson 23.5 power amp, Roland Consonance Pre, Sota Sapphire Table

Understanding Ohm's Law, Impedance And Electrical Phase 101 Do you ever wonder what makes a loudspeaker "difficult to drive"? Do you wonder what's so special about an amplifier that is stable into a 4-ohm load? Audioholics looks to answer these questions here.