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Setting up your sound system

In our guide to speaker placement, we explain the basic rules for stereo and home cinema systems. We cover ideal distances and heights. We also…
Advice

5.1 or 7.1: Which sound system is right for you?

Noticeably improved sound or unnecessary add-on? Ask anyone whether a 5.1 or 7.1 home cinema system is the way to go and you’re likely to…
Knowledge

Soundbar with subwoofer combinations: The essentials of great sound

Soundbars are an easy way to improve TV sound and offer many advantages over traditional surround sound systems. But how do they measure up to…
Knowledge

THX certified speakers deliver studio reference sound

For many people, the letters “THX” are a source of pure bliss, the experience of endorphins flooding the brain and complete involvement in movies and…
Knowledge

Dolby Vision: does Dolby dominate video standards as well?

HDR is one the most important home cinema trends and Dolby Vision is tightly connected. Surprisingly, with Dolby Vision it’s not about the sound but…
Inside

Pinball is better than ever, especially with the right sound

Lunchtime just got a lot more interesting at the Teufel office. A large Kiss-themed pinball machine was recently added to the break room for a…
Advice

Miminizing cable chaos with wireless subwoofers

Today, it’s possible to buy a complete home cinema system online in a few simple clicks. Less simple, however, is the setup. The wiring can…
Knowledge

DTS-HD Master Audio, a lossless sound codec for Blu-ray discs

Formally known as Digital Theater Systems, DTS has emerged as the winner against Dolby when it comes to audio formatting for Blu-Ray discs. DTS-HD Master…
Knowledge

New AV receivers: Next generation control centers for smart entertainment

AV receivers are like multi-talented amplifiers. They function as central control centers for home cinema systems, processing both audio and video signals from various source…
Knowledge

Dolby Pro Logic and the origins of home cinema sound

Dolby Pro Logic is a decoding technology capable of transforming stereo input signals into surround sound playback. The codec became available for consumer use in…
Knowledge

Dolby Atmos for a 3D sound experience

Huge selection of films, simple implementation and outstanding sound – Dolby Atmos has conquered the hearts of home cinema lovers in recent years. The big…
Knowledge

what HDMI cables can do: ARC and CEC explained

The High Definition Multimedia Interface – better known by the abbreviation HDMI – has become indispensable in the home cinema world today. Not only among…