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AudioQuest DragonFly USB DAC Comparison
AudioQuest brought true high-performance sound to computers with the original DragonFly — a tiny Digital Analog Converter (DAC) that conveniently plugs into a computer’s USB port and fits inside your pocket. Today, there are more ways than ever to use DragonFlys, but each new model has a unique advantage. We'll compare the DragonFly Black, Red, and Cobalt, so you can decide which DragonFly is the right little "bug" for you.
Bowers and Wilkins In-Ceiling and In-Wall Speakers For Home Theater Systems
The B&W lineup of in-wall and in-ceiling speakers is one of the largest on the market, with a model for just about every possible situation. For home theater use, we like to break built-in speakers into three categories: in-wall, in-ceiling, and purpose-built LCR speakers. If you look at all of the B&W models, just picking ones within these groups gives you over 20 models to choose from. To help you select the best option for your system and budget, we decided to pick what we felt are the top three values in each of the categories.
Kanto YU Passive Series Speakers Comparison
Kanto’s desire to bring great performance and high visual aesthetics to every piece they produce is apparent with their new YU Passive series. YU Passive works great on a desktop with a DAC/amp combo, or in a dedicated two-channel listening station. Enhance your TV’s sound by connecting YU Passive to an integrated amp or add them into a home theater system as rear, side, or height channels. Available in both black and white, these passive speakers complement any aesthetic. Watch our comparison to explore the differences in the YU Passive 4" & YU Passive 5.25" Bookshelf Speakers, and how they keep things simple without forfeiting performance.
Ortofon Quintet Cartridges Series Overview
Experience the sound of moving coil for far less than you might think from the inventors of the moving coil with Ortofon’s Quintet series. Learn about the technology in each model to find which is the best match for your system and how easy these are to mount on your tonearm.
B&W PI Series Wireless In-Ear Headphones: Tips & Tricks Guide
The new PI Series from Bowers & Wilkins are fantastic noise-cancelling in-ear headphones. Check out our exclusive guide on how to get the best performance!
Sony 4K VPL Projector Setup Guide, Tips and Tricks
Sony projectors are pretty simple to install for someone with some basic DIY skills. Explore our complete setup guide to get up & running fast! Here, we'll walk you through our exclusive tips & tricks for installing your new VPL-VW1025ES, VPL-VW915ES, VPL-VW715ES, or VPL-VW325ES 4k projector.
Outdoor Landscape Speaker Options For Your Backyard and Patio
No matter what type of outdoor system you choose, we strongly recommend that you don’t skimp on what will be powering your outdoor speakers! Pairing wonderful music with your outdoor entertainment during the warmer months takes the entertainment experience to another level. So, what is the best way to bring your favorite music outside? Let's go over the possibilities.
Best Integrated Amps Under $1,000
Music lovers like integrated amps over home theater receivers as they usually have a more musical sound due both to their simplicity and the fact that most companies that make integrated amplifiers focus on better sound quality over lots of features. Our customers who upgrade to a new integrated amp usually give us great feedback on how much of a difference in sound they hear.When picking out the best integrated amp for your system, you should think about the sources you want to connect up to it, and what kind of speakers you have now or might get in the future.
Luxury Smart Home Tour | Whole-House Audio, Smart Lighting, High-End Outdoor Entertainment
This incredible modern home is decked out with the most advanced smart home technology. The homeowner wanted full home automation across both properties on their site, an open great room to be the family hub for immersive gaming, and the full Dolby Atmos home theater experience. Watch the showcase to discover the features & products used to bring their dream home to life.
Bowers & Wilkins PI7 & PI5 Noise-Canceling In-Ear Headphones Review & Comparison
True Wireless In-Ear Headphones are immensely popular, but most currently available designs represent a compromise choice, one that trades sound quality for wireless convenience. Bowers & Wilkins, the iconic high-end speaker manufacturer from England, just released two True Wireless in-ear headphone models with Active Noise Canceling technology — the PI7 and PI5 True Wireless in-ear headphones — and after an extensive period of research and development, we were one of the first to receive the new models to review.
Soundcast VG7SE: Tips & Tricks Guide
Setting up Soundcast VG7SE Waterproof Bluetooth Speaker is pretty straightforward. However, there are many fun tips & tricks most people don't even know about. Whether you decide to bring along the Soundcast VG7SE to tailgating events, pool parties, or to the boat dock, this quick setup guide will ensure you get the most impressive sound field — no matter what!
Sony 2021 Front Projectors Overview
Discover Sony's new 2021 projectors - the VPL-VW715ES & top-of-the-line VPL-VW915ES. Revel in stunning 4K HDR laser clarity in any home theater. With 2,000 lumens, you’ll experience rich cinematic colors, smooth motion, and dazzling brightness. A highly efficient laser light source gives you years of illumination and infinite dynamic contrast. Its compact size gives greater installation flexibility in any room size.
Speaker Comparison | Floorstanding and Bookshelf Speakers
The subtle differences between floor standing and bookshelf speakers aren't so obvious, which is why we explain all the ins and outs between the two in this article.
From Studs to Stunning: Storage Space Converted Into 4K Dolby Atmos Home Theater
This theater had its beginnings in July 2018 when the customers stopped into Audio Advice to learn about home theaters. Their desire was to have a special space to enjoy their extensive movie collection in. Watch our video to see how we converted an unused storage space into a luxurious 5.2.4 home theater.
Polk Reserve Speaker Series Overview
Discover the new Polk Reserve Series. With three towers, two bookshelf models, two center channels, an on-wall model, and a set of flexible Atmos speakers that can be placed either on top of the speakers or mounted on the wall, you’ll be able to put together many different combinations of perfectly matched home theater speaker systems.
Klipsch The Fives: Tips & Tricks Guide
Setting up Klipsch The Fives Powered Speakers is pretty straightforward. However, there are many fun tips & tricks most people don't even know about. Whether you decide to use The Fives as a soundbar replacement or a pair of computer speakers on your work desk, this quick setup guide will ensure you get the most impressive sound field — no matter what!
