Advice
Why it’s still worth buying music
In the modern age of Spotify, YouTube and an almost infinite range of genre specialist Internet radio stations, is there still any point in … more
Advice
Headphone connections
Today, headphones are being developed into sound specialists that have a range of features and also offer more connection options. There are headphones with … more
Knowledge
The equaliser and the perfect adjustment of the sound image
An introduction to equalisers With an equaliser, aka tone control, you can adjust the sound pattern to your personal preferences or adapt it to specific … more
Advice
What is the difference between home cinema and Hi-Fi systems?
“Hi-Fi” and “home cinema” are terms that are commonly used in the audio sector, however it may not always clear what is … more
Inside
Notes from Berlin: 360-degree radio sound
Not so long ago, you could only get optimal sound from a radio by standing directly in front of it. But that’s about to … more
Advice
Tech talk: surround sound
Many people equate surround sound with a 5.1 home cinema system. This is the classic loudspeaker setup for a home cinema system. … more
Advice
How to discover new music online
How do you find new music when the available supply online is so large that it becomes virtually unmanageable? The question might sound strange, … more
Entertainment
DJ apps: virtual turntables on your smartphone
Mix different tracks, create flowing transitions or make your own sounds by rotating the turntables and using different noises and instrument sounds. With DJ … more
Knowledge
The origins of the horn loudspeaker
The namesake of what we now call horn instruments or speakers most likely derives from the horns of cows, sheep or wild animals. The … more
Knowledge
USB speakers – powerful sound from your PC
The sound provided by laptop or computer speakers can often be disappointing. Even audio equipment connected to the PC via the universal USB interface … more