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Interview with RBH on T-2 Signature Speaker System Interview with RBH on T-2 Signature Speaker System In preparation for our visit from RBH Sound on November 7th , we have prepared a short FAQ article to better understand their new flagship Signature Series speaker system know as the T-2 (not to be…
Receiver Amp Specifications - THD and RMS Power Receiver Amp Specifications - THD and RMS Power Isn't THD important in the sound quality of a receiver? The lower the better? Also, when you see the 20 - 20,000 Hz versus 40 - 20,000 Hz, the higher number 40 will affect the sound quality won't it?…
Receiver Speaker Settings: LARGE or small? Receiver Speaker Settings: LARGE or small? How should I set the Speaker Size and OHM setting on the receiver- 4 ohms or 8 ohms. Def Tech manual says the Mains and the Center can be set to 4 Ohms or 8 Ohms. Which setting is correct and also…
Relationship Between Watts and dBs Relationship Between Watts and dBs Can someone please explain the relationships between watts and dB's to me? I am new to audio and wish to acquire a better understanding of power/watts, etc. Thanks.
Taming Dynamic Range in Soundtracks Taming Dynamic Range in Soundtracks I have noticed when I have played DVD movies that when the actors are talking that I can barely hear them. The background music and effects come through good but the voices do not. Is there a setting…
Watts and Power Ratings Watts and Power Ratings Are all wattage ratings dealing with sound equipment the same? Does my 25x4 car audio receiver put out as much power as one of my channels in my Sherwood 100x5? If so or not, why?
What is the Function of an RS-232C Port? What is the Function of an RS-232C Port? Q: What is the function of an RS-232 port? A: An RS-232 port is a standard…
Wiring Loudspeakers in Parallel Wiring Loudspeakers in Parallel I currently have a set of WDST (Klipsch Synergy Premiere S6) on the surround channel of my RX-V2095. I'd like to add a set of floorstanding speakers (Klipsch Legend 10) to the same channel, and wire…
Yamaha RX-V2095 Jumpers, Video Switching & LFE Yamaha RX-V2095 Jumpers, Video Switching & LFE I read your several reviews on the Yamaha RX-V2095, and thanks for sharing your insight with us. I have the following questions: (I have also posted this message on your Audio A/V forum)
Yamaha RX-V2400 Receiver FAQs Yamaha RX-V2400 Receiver FAQs We have received our review sample of the Yamaha RX-V2400 (MSRP:$1000) A/V receiver. We are also fortunate to have a direct contact with Yamaha Engineering in Japan to get any of our…