Audio knowledge, Audio technology
What goes where? Audio cables explained
When talking about audio cables, the terms jack, coaxial and cinch are often used. However, they usually cause more confusion than clarity. These terms … more
When talking about audio cables, the terms jack, coaxial and cinch are often used. However, they usually cause more confusion than clarity. These terms … more
When the subwoofer stops delivering heavy bass and starts sounding more like the dog in the header image, something is going wrong. To make … more
With decibels, you decide how loud you want to play it. That’s true, but it imprecise and not the entire truth. If you want … more
Just like any other year, this year the ultimate bargain hunt starts at the end of November: Black Friday is on 29 November. In … more
MP3 could be seen as a dying audio format. Despite its compact size, the quality is a far cry from CD. The reason the … more
Can you name a system that we use to reproduce our favourite multimedia sounds? -It’s got to be a stereo system. Ever since the … more
Heading to the Download Festival, Reading Festival or Glastonbury this year? We know you’re there to see the headliners and your favourite bands, but … more
Nearly all loudspeakers are alike in construction. But is there a reason behind this? Is there a secret rule that demands speakers to be … more
We love a good evening, cold drink, smooth tunes, but that’s when mosquitoes aren’t involved. These little pests can ruin any trip out, making … more
Stress is a major risk to our health that we often overlook. Unlike a cut or burn, stress can be hard to identify and … more