Vinyl has seen a massive increase in popularity in recent years. Music fans, young and old, are again appreciating the fidelity of records. LP sales are booming and turntables are becoming a must-have for many a listener. In order to appreciate the benefits of this music format, a good phone preamp is essential. For those…
The Best Wireless Headsets for Xbox One of 2021
The is no doubt that the Xbox One is one of the best gaming consoles available. Sure, there are other options but Xbox really sets the standard and is highly sought after by gamers young and old. An important part of the experience is the audio power and quality. Good communication with others gamers makes…
How to make your speakers louder
While in most instances the average speaker is loud enough there are times when we want and need more volume. There are several ways to achieve this. Much will depend on the type of speaker we are talking about. We will give you some tips and tricks for various speakers and how to make them…
How to Fix Headphone Dent in the Head
To some, this might sound like a trivial concern but to many headphone users, it can cause alarm. If you spend hours gaming or listening to your favorite tunes or shows, the appearance of a dent in the head can be concerning. We look at how serious this issue is and how to fix the…
How to connect wireless speakers to a receiver
Many people find the idea of connecting wireless speakers quite daunting but it need not be so. It is a fairly simple task. It also only has to be done once and then you can enjoy the freedom of wireless speakers with no hassle, no wires, and no clutter. We look at how to connect…
Wired vs Wireless Speakers
Some time back the only option available to us was wired speakers. With advancements in wireless technologies such as WiFi, Bluetooth, and others, wireless speakers became a viable and popular option. Many people argued that the quality of wireless speakers was inferior but is this still the case today? We look at a common debate…
What is Speaker Crossover? (Answered)
An often asked question is,” What are Speaker Crossovers and what do they do? To those without experience, the concept can sound quite daunting. We will answer the question and help you to understand the basics. We will try not to get too complex. Why speaker crossovers are needed Individual loudspeaker drivers are not able…
What is an Audio Receiver? (Answered)
The world of audio is often so confusing—so many names for so many different things that all seem to matter. Audio receivers are one of those essential things you’ve probably heard of but might not exactly understand. So what is an audio receiver? An audio receiver is a device that accepts audio signals. It seems…
What are Amplifiers? (Answered)
In audio terms, an amplifier, also known as a power amplifier or simply an amp, is an electronic device that increases (or amplifies) electronic audio signals for the source device and delivers it to the output such as speakers or headphones. The incoming signals have low power and rely on the amplifier to increase the…
What is Impedance (Ohms)? (Answered)
Very often one reads the specification of audio equipment and comes across the term – impedance. Often people are a bit unsure of the exact meaning of this term and how it affects their audio system. We will explain the term and take the mystery out of it by answering the question -what is impedance? …