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2023 Sony BRAVIA XR Television Lineup
In this article we will be going over the new 2023 television lineup from Sony. If you are like us and have been a Sony fan for decades you might remember their first XBR TV released in 1985. It looked amazing back then and was followed up with other XBR models including their 34” XBR HDTV which was “the” TV to have when HDTV first emerged. We always looked at the XBR name as being synonymous with the best TV’s on the market.
Extraordinary 7.2.6 Ultimate Home Theater
In this home theater showcase, we’re excited to share a theater we recently finished in a brand-new luxury home. Discover how we paired a Sony GTZ-380 projector with JBL Synthesis speakers and electronics from Anthem & Kaleidescape to design the homeowner's dream theater in this incredible home entertainment mecca.
2023 Sony ES 8K AV Home Theater Receivers - Review & Comparison
The wait is over for the new Sony ES home theater receivers! These have all the latest audio and video formats with a great new twist on how to measure your room for even more immersive surround sound effects. The three bigger models have amplifier sections that sound like high end audio components and the flexibility offered for speaker placement and adjustability is fantastic.
Best Wireless Headphones
Wireless headphones have a whole host of features making them simple to use, seamless to connect, and extremely satisfying to listen to. In this guide, we'll walk you through the top features to shop for, a list of our favorites, and why we selected them.
Home Theater Tour: The Ultimate Home Theater Gaming Setup
Join us as we tour the ULTIMATE home theater gaming room! This DIYer designed & constructed an incredible setup featuring three separate projector screens that completely surround you on the front and sides, providing incredible immersion for gaming.
2022 Sony Home Theater Laser Projectors
Sony’s latest front projectors take light output to new levels with their new laser light engines. These are all far brighter than the models they replace, but Sony did not stop there. They all have a special video processor called X1 Ultimate for Projector that is shared in their top-of-the-line model. New 4K SXRD panels and an improved optical block with the processor work to deliver a far superior HDR image. We also noticed huge improvements when watching compressed streaming content.
Home Theater System Design Tour: Basement Buildout Magic
Audio Advice recently crafted a one-of-a-kind, multi-use home theater basement buildout. Learn more about our approach as we walk you through the design of the home theater and home automation systems throughout the home office, bar & entertainment area, and an incredible home theater.
Sony VPL-XW Home Theater Projector Setup Guide
Sony projectors are pretty simple to install for someone with some basic DIY skills. Explore our complete setup guide to get up & running fast! Here, we'll walk you through our exclusive tips & tricks for installing your new VPL-XW5000ES, VPL-XW6000ES, or VPL-XW7000ES 4k projector.
Sony WH-1000XM5 Tips and Tricks
As with most things that can offer greater performance than the competition, going through a few steps first will help you get the most out of your new headphones. This short guide is meant to get you up and running with your Sony WH-1000XM5, quickly.
How Do Noise Cancelling Headphones Work?
Let's take a closer look at active and passive noise-cancelling headphones. We'll also dive into the benefits of these headphones and consider some of the best noise-cancelling models available today.
Dolby Atmos 2-Channel & 5.2.4 Home Theater System Tour
Tour this incredible home theater that also serves as a high-performance stereo music system at its core. We think you’ll enjoy seeing how we pulled off such a cool system in an open living room without using a dedicated home theater room or listening room.
Sony 4K LED vs OLED TV Comparison
When you want the best TV picture, there is no doubt in our opinion, the choice should be Sony. However the amount of light in your room can have a big effect on the type of Sony TV you should choose, be it LED or OLED. Learn how to find the best for your space with this article.
7.2.4 Home Theater Tour
In this home theater showcase, we’re excited to share a new theater we recently finished in a brand new home. We will cover everything in the theater itself and discuss the room, equipment and acoustic treatment. We also give special attention to how we calibrated the theater, including showing you some tricks for getting the most out of your surround sound.
Earphones | In-Ear vs. On-Ear vs. Over-Ear
We think there is a time and place for each of these types of headphones. Let’s take a look at each style and talk about how they perform in three primary areas — portability, comfort, and performance.
DIY 5.1 Home Theater Setup w/ Heco Speakers & Sony Television In Rented Townhome
For this tour, we are in a townhome that is being rented by one of our customers. When it comes to creating an immersive theater experience, a lot of construction can often be involved. This just simply isn’t feasible when you’re renting a space and don’t want to knock a ton of holes in your walls. Another challenging aspect of this living room is that it is not a perfect square or rectangular room. In this townhome, the dining area is attached, making it one large room with some strange dimensions. In this video, we show you how this customer used our Free 3D Home Theater Design Tool to create an immersive DIY home theater experience in their own rented living space without breaking the bank.
Heco 5.1.2 Premium Home Theater Showcase
Watch our latest video featuring a near-field home theater that we recently installed in a relatively compact bonus room. While we have many home theater showcases, the majority of them cover homes with dedicated theater rooms. The reality is that many people don’t have that kind of extra space available, but still want to create a cinematic experience in their homes. In this video, we’re going to show you how you can put a terrific theater in a more compact space, such as a bonus room, living room, or larger bedroom. Check out the overview where we look at what the space looked like before we started installing, a full time-lapse of the install, and then a demo of a few clips to see how well it performs.
