We set up and tear down a lot of home theater and audio/video gear on a daily basis — everything from speakers and subwoofers to amplifiers, receivers, turntables, and everything in-between. And one ...

The journey from a good audio setup to an amazing one often depends on a small but incredibly important detail: speaker wire. This isn’t just an extra part; it’s a key piece of any audio system that ...

In my years as a custom AV integrator, I’ve seen many homeowners placed in difficult situations because of poor pre-wiring by either themselves or a contractor. The possible pitfalls are many, but so ...

The cool thing about wireless speakers --especially Bluetooth speakers-- is their portability and, well, lack of wires. In a worst case scenario, they have to be plugged in to an electrical outlet.

The fantasy of truly wireless, high-quality speakers is as elusive as ever. Wireless speakers always need at least one wire, the one that plugs into the wall. Ex-movie theater projectionist Steve ...

A professional installer reveals everything you need to know about installing in-ceiling speakers for Dolby Atmos height effects or music. As I started going through the list of questions, I realized ...

There’s nothing more satisfying than having your favorite music available to you throughout your house. Such seemingly complex, multi-room audio setups are often features of high-end homes. Yet, how ...