Knowledge
DAB+ makes digital radio a reality
Physical music storage formats in the form of CDs have long gone digital and MP3 and streaming exploit the advantages of coded bits even … more
Knowledge
Distortion: What is it and is it always a bad thing?
Anyone interested in hi-fi will have heard of distortion. Many amplifiers, for instance, are marketed with claims of a low distortion factor or low … more
Advice
Room modes: The physics behind your room’s unique sound
Imagine the following: You’ve purchased a high-end home cinema system and set it up perfectly in your living room. All the settings are correct … more
Knowledge
Waterproof speakers
Waterproof loudspeakers: What a wonderful thing for outdoor enthusiasts and those who like to jog in the rain. Water proofing was never an issue … more
Knowledge
Active vs passive speakers
The difference between active and passive loudspeakers can often lead to confusion. Many people new to hi-fi and home cinema are under the impression … more
Knowledge
Surround speakers: The heart of home cinema
The rear speaker placed behind the listener in a surround sound system are also called surround speakers. This is because they’re responsible for a … more
Knowledge
Vive la résistance! Learn more about speaker impedance
Those interested in hi-fi will encounter ohms sooner or later. Ohms, depicted by the nifty little omega symbol (Ω), measure electrical resistance within a … more
Advice
Wall mounting speakers
Hanging up loudspeakers: What a hassle! Is it even necessary? Strictly speaking no, but for those who want to achieve a natural room acoustic, … more
Knowledge
Wireless HDMI: Connect without cables?
Imagine enjoying HD picture quality and hi-fi sound via a wireless HDMI connection. It sounds almost too good to be true, but there are … more
Advice
Connecting speaker cables: What you need to know
Connecting speaker cables is easily the least popular aspect of setting up any loudspeaker system. Which connections on the back of the AV receiver … more