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Setting Up Your Home Theater System - Basics [0.23] by wayde,September 03, 2004 20:00

You got all your brand new Home Theater gear home and you're unpacking boxes and wires and about to embark on hooking everything up. Here are some basic tips to get you all connected up and on the path towards home theater nirvana.

Acoustical Imager Concept & Build Quality [0.23] by ray,December 07, 2006 12:47

Newer Technology Power2U USB Receptacle Review [0.23] by clint,May 09, 2012 01:10

It seems like everything needs a USB power supply these days. iPads, smart phones, Kindles... the list goes on. The bottom line is, it's very likely that your office, your kitchen - possibly even your bedroom is littered with a myriad of power adapters - all designed to charge these portable devices. Newer Technology's Power2U is an innovative device that combines two USB charging ports with a standard Decora-style electrical outlet or receptacle. That means you eliminate the need to use a bulky power adapter to charge your devices. Instead, you just plug in a USB cable and you're good to go. And the 2A (2000mA) rating means that there's enough juice to charge even power-hungry devices like the new iPad.

Boston Acoustics In-wall Speakers Video [0.23] by clint,January 07, 2007 20:00

Gene DellaSala speaks with Boston Acoustics about their new in-all speakers and how they will fit into the marketplace. The assortment of sizes and options makes these speakers an incredible source for custom installers when designing a top-notch whole house AV system.

Logitech Pure-Fi Anywhere Compact Speakers for iPod Review [0.23] by jclarke,October 27, 2007 07:41

Lately I find myself traveling quite a bit, which means lots of time in hotel rooms away from my home theater. I take my iPod for the flights, but in my room I tend to just turn on the TV, or if I am working, just play music through my laptop speakers. Logitech has just released a new portable speaker system designed for iPod called the Pure-Fi Anywhere, and after testing it over the past month I can tell you that it is worth considering if you are looking something that sounds big, yet can be packed in your carry-on.

Creative Aurvana LIVE! Headphones Review [0.23] by jclarke,August 08, 2008 00:40

The Creative Aurvana Live! headphones are designed for people who are looking for a comfortable and full ranged headphone that is priced right. They are lightweight and are equally suited for your two-channel rig at home or your iPod, as long as you don't mind a big set of traditional cans on your ears.

Denon AH-C551K In-Ear Headphones Review [0.23] by jclarke,August 15, 2008 14:17

The Denon AH-C551K represents the middle of the pack of Denon's recently introduced line of in-ear headphones. Denon brings their reputation for high fidelity to the table with these in-ears that feature an 11 mm Nedodymium magnet driver that provides fantastic bass response. While they sound great, the fit will depend on how well you tolerate earbud-type headphones.

Klipsch Image Earphones Review [0.23] by jclarke,February 26, 2008 00:45

The Klipsch Image earphones are proported to be the "world's smallest high performance earphones," and there is no doubt that they are unlike anything I have seen. I remember seeing them at CEDIA last year and thinking that they would probably be yet another overpriced, mediocre sounding earbud for the iPod. Recently Klipsch sent me a pair and I have been using the Image earphones for a couple of months now, and I am pleased to tell you that I had it all wrong.

Creative Aurvana X-Fi Noise-Canceling Headphones Review [0.23] by jclarke,December 11, 2007 08:14

Creative recently sent me their Aurvana X-Fi noise-canceling headphones to evaluate, and after a few flights and some time to listen to them, I can tell you that they worthy contenders if you are considering taking the plunge. The Aurvana X-Fi is a great product that accomplishes it's intended purpose. The noise-canceling technology works well, and the X-Fi processing improves most recordings. The Creative Aurvana X-Fi headphones are a huge sonic improvement over earbuds, even without the noise-canceling or X-Fi effects. But, you pay a price. These are heavy, full-sized headphones.

How to Shop for Speaker Stands - A Buying Guide [0.23] by cliff,July 13, 2015 10:00

Weight rating, construction materials, top plate construction, base and feat, height, and cable management capabilities should all be considered when shopping for speaker stands. Ignoring these aspects may affect more than just aesthetics, it could result in compromised performance or worse a busted speaker and other equipment if a speaker tumbles off the stand. Read on to learn why the six topics listed above should be considered when buying speaker stands.