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Gift Guide Created: Monday, June 16, 2008 Updated: Tuesday, November 15, 2011
The best, most unique gift ideas for the stereo or music lover. It includes stereo accessories, headphones, speakers, receivers, systems, music discs, books and other great gift buying ideas in all..
Stereo Reviews and Profiles Created: Wednesday, May 28, 2008 Updated: Wednesday, April 20, 2011
This section contains full reviews and product profiles or overviews of stereo speakers, components and systems in all price ranges.
Stereo Basics Created: Wednesday, May 28, 2008 Updated: Wednesday, April 20, 2011
A stereo can be purchased as a pre-packaged system, individual stereo components, a tabletop system or a portable player. The resources in this section will help you choose, install, and connect a ..
Stereo Advice & Tips Created: Wednesday, April 20, 2011 Updated: Wednesday, April 20, 2011
Electronics are sure to come with various installation and operation issues. Explore our compilation of stereo advice articles. From stereo set up concerns to common problems, the answers are all h..
Ten Stereo System Upgrades and Techniques to Improve Performance Created: Tuesday, December 09, 2008 Updated: Wednesday, April 20, 2011
This list of ten stereo system upgrades and techniques are effective ways to improve the performance of a stereo system. Many are very affordable and some take only time. All of the upgrades and te..
RCA Jack Definition - What is an RCA Jack? Created: Wednesday, December 31, 2008 Updated: Wednesday, April 20, 2011
An RCA Jack or RCA plug is a connector commonly used to connect various components in a audio-video system
Installing Outdoor Stereo Speakers - How to Install Outdoor Speakers on the Patio - Installing Stereo Speakers Outdoors Created: Wednesday, September 26, 2007 Updated: Wednesday, April 20, 2011
The easiest place to install outdoor speakers is probably under the eaves of your home. They’re easily installed and protected from direct exposure to rainfall.
Stereo System Setup Guide - How to Install Your New Stereo System - Setting Up a Stereo System Created: Wednesday, May 23, 2007 Updated: Wednesday, April 20, 2011
Stereo System Set Up Guide - A step-by-step guide to system installation and set up, including speakers, stereo receiver or amplifier, DVD and CD players.
Paradigm DSP-3200 Subwoofer Review - Paradigm DSP-3200 Subwoofer Created: Tuesday, January 20, 2009 Updated: Wednesday, April 20, 2011
The DSP-3200 is a bass reflex subwoofer with a 12-inch Aramid-Fiber Polypropylene cone with a 2-inch voice coil and a 300-watt RMS (sustained power) Class D amplifier.
NAD PP-3 Digital Phono Preamplifier: Full Review Created: Wednesday, May 06, 2009 Updated: Wednesday, April 20, 2011
The NAD PP-3 combines a phono preamp with an analog-to-digital converter with a USB output to connect to a PC. The PP-3 comes with PC-compatible VinylStudio Lite software for converting records (an..
Audio Design Associates Suite 8200 Multiroom Receiver Created: Saturday, July 05, 2008 Updated: Wednesday, April 20, 2011
The ADA Suite 8200 is an eight zone multisource audio distribution system that is well designed, easy to use and offers excellent sound quality
Stereo Components - Receivers - Integrated Amplifiers - Power Amplifiers - Pre-Amp/Processors - Audio Components Created: Tuesday, August 21, 2007 Updated: Wednesday, April 20, 2011
A description of the different types of stereo and audio components including receivers, integrated amplifiers, pre-amp/processors and power amplifiers
What is Analog and Digital Audio? - Defining Analog and Digital Audio - Analog and Digital Audio Technology Created: Tuesday, September 11, 2007 Updated: Wednesday, April 20, 2011
Analog and digital are terms used in many fields including audio. They can also be difficult to understand. Before describing analog and digital audio technology, a few definitions and examples are..
Best Sources for Vinyl Records Created: Wednesday, September 15, 2010 Updated: Thursday, March 24, 2011
Once considered a part of analog history, vinyl records are experiencing a surging comeback in popularity. Read on to find out where the best selection and the best deals can be found on new and us..
Top Trends of the Decade Created: Monday, December 28, 2009 Updated: Thursday, March 24, 2011
The features and technologies in home entertainment electronics grow at a rapid pace. New devices and capabilities are introduced almost daily and while some thrive, others barely survive. I've cho..
Top Ten System Upgrades and Techniques to Improve System Performance Created: Saturday, April 04, 2009 Updated: Thursday, March 24, 2011
There are many simple stereo system upgrades and techniques that will greatly improve sound quality. Many of the upgrades are very affordable and easy to install.
The Benefits of Using Multiple Subwoofers Created: Monday, March 23, 2009 Updated: Thursday, March 24, 2011
While one subwoofer may produce enough bass for an average sized room, adding additional subwoofers can reduce the occurrence of room resonances and improve the overall quality of bass throughout t..
How to Be a Better Listener Created: Tuesday, February 19, 2008 Updated: Saturday, February 26, 2011
Part of putting together a good sound system is picking the right components and properly installing them. The other part is listening to the system. Listening is a skill, a learned ability that en..
Atlantic Technologies AT-1 Speaker with H-PAS - Review of Atlantic AT-1 Speakers Created: Tuesday, February 22, 2011 Updated: Tuesday, February 22, 2011
Since the loudspeaker was invented, manufacturers have tried every trick in the book to design a speaker with jaw-dropping bass that will bring an audiophile to tears, so I was eager to hear the la..
Edifier 'SoundToGo' MP250 Compact Computer Speakers Review - Full Review of Edifier 'SoundtoGo' Created: Monday, January 03, 2011 Updated: Tuesday, February 22, 2011
No one truly expects high fidelity sound from the speakers in a laptop computer. That requires an outboard speaker system or connection to a home stereo system. The Edifier MP250 SoundToGo is a com..
B & W P5 Headphones Review - Review of Bowers & Wilkins P5 Headphones Created: Sunday, February 13, 2011 Updated: Thursday, February 17, 2011
Serious music listeners would do well to look to one of the most revered speaker makers to find good headphones. I'm referring to Bowers & Wilkins, more commonly known as B & W. The new B &..
Onkyo A-5VL Stereo Integrated Amplifier Review - Review of Onkyo A-5VL Stereo Integrated Amplifier Created: Saturday, November 07, 2009 Updated: Tuesday, February 15, 2011
The Onkyo A-5VL is a well-built stereo integrated amplifier with audio features and sonic performance focused on high quality two-channel reproduction.
Review: TDK WR700 Wireless Stereo Headphones - Full Review of TDK WR700 Wireless Headphones Created: Saturday, October 23, 2010 Updated: Tuesday, February 15, 2011
In the opinion of this serious music listener, the TDK WR700 wireless headphones are affordable, great-sounding headphones for casual or critical listeners. Their high fidelity sound is rich, full ..
Review of Yamaha R-S700 Stereo Receiver - Yamaha R-S700 Stereo Receiver Review Created: Monday, November 15, 2010 Updated: Tuesday, February 15, 2011
A few manufacturers recognize that stereo receivers are still popular. One of the newest entries is the Yamaha R-S700 Stereo Receiver, one of three new receivers aimed right at the two-channel enth..
TDK EB900 In-Ear Headphones Review - Review of TDK EB900 In-Ear Headphones Created: Wednesday, December 01, 2010 Updated: Tuesday, February 15, 2011
To the serious stereo and music enthusiast, sound quality and comfort are likely the most important things to consider when buying a pair of headphones. I tested the TDK EB900 In-Ear Headphones wit..
Axiom Audio M3v3 Bookshelf Speaker Review - Review of Axiom M3 Bookshelf Speakers Created: Thursday, December 09, 2010 Updated: Tuesday, February 15, 2011
It's a jungle of bookshelf speakers out there. The important thing is to identify the good from the not-so-good models. The best way is to read a variety of credible product reviews then try them o..
Yamaha A-S500 Integrated Amplifier - Review of Yamaha A-S500 Integrated Amp Created: Saturday, January 29, 2011 Updated: Tuesday, February 15, 2011
Audiophiles and serious music lovers often turn to integrated amplifiers as a halfway point between a stereo receiver and full-blown separate components. Integrated amplifiers are the meeting point..
Best Bookshelf Speakers Under $700/Pair - Best Stereo Bookshelf Speakers Created: Thursday, February 19, 2009 Updated: Tuesday, February 15, 2011
You don't have to spend thousands of dollars on speakers to get good sound quality. Here are the best bookshelf speakers priced under $700 per pair.
2.1 Channel Home Theater Speaker Systems - 2.1 Channel Surround Sound Created: Wednesday, October 24, 2007 Updated: Tuesday, February 15, 2011
A 2.1 Channel System is a great way to enjoy home theater sound without hassling with surround sound speakers. A 2.1 Channel system uses two stereo speakers and a subwoofer combined with special de..
Best Ways to Use an iPod as a Music Source for a Home Stereo System Created: Monday, May 21, 2007 Updated: Tuesday, February 15, 2011
Using your iPod as music source - The iPod makes it possible to store all of your favorite music and take it with you almost anywhere. Why not use it as a music source for your home audio system as..
Top Speaker Picks Less Than $1,000 per Pair - Best Stereo Speaker Systems - Buyer's Guide for Stereo Speakers Created: Wednesday, November 21, 2007 Updated: Tuesday, February 15, 2011
Speakers are the most important part of a stereo or home theater system and the key to determining the overall sound from your system. Here are my top picks of speakers that sell for less than $1,0..
Multiroom Audio Systems - Whole House Music Systems - Multiroom Stereo Systems - Multizone Receivers Created: Thursday, May 17, 2007 Updated: Tuesday, February 15, 2011
Whole House Music Systems - A description of the different types of whole house stereo music distribution systems including multizone receivers, advanced multi-room systems, whole house audio netwo..