When it comes to shopping for home surveillance systems or home monitoring devices, it can difficult for homeowners to compare the dozens of options, including professional installation or DIY security options. Homeowners in the market for new home surveillance systems can ease the buying process by keeping several important questions in mind. Lorex Technology provided […]
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Yamaha Packs MusicCast into Slimline RX-S601 AV Receiver
The latest Yamaha receiver is part of the company's wireless multiroom audio system.
Over the summer, Yamaha started making beautiful music (and a little competition in the consumer electronics market) with the MusicCast lineup. Now, there’s a new Yamaha receiver for that wireless multiroom audio mix. The company just debuted the latest MusicCast product, the slimline RX-S601 Yamaha receiver. This component may look small, but it’s also pretty […]
Get the GuideHigh-end Audio Cascades in New York’s Waterfall Mansion
The tug of war between design and performance is no more pronounced than in the world of high-performance audio. However, the stereotype of the stereo—a set of oversized black boxes and nest of boa-constrictor cables, is only a stereotype, at least when implemented by a design-minded dealer and installer. Dave Lalin, owner of the high-end […]
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Wolverine Data Wireless Outdoor Speakers For your ever-changing music listening needs, Wolverine Data offers the WIOS-5.8. These outdoor speakers are portable and wireless, and use both standard 5.8GHz wireless and Bluetooth technology to crank out sound. The system uses a transmitter to deliver that sound to the speakers. If you have a clear line of […]
Get the GuideExpert Commentary: Streaming Music Is Fundamentally Changing the Way We Listen
Over the past 10 years, we at Sonos have had the privilege of a front-row seat as streaming music has evolved; we’ve watched inspiring innovative ideas and technologies emerge and take shape. Some of these flourished, while others faded away. Through it all, two things remained constant: The passion music fans feel for their favorite […]
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Updated. Originally published March 2014. There are a lot of smart things in this review. Unfortunately, I’m not one of them. In the case of this test I was probably the dumbest thing in the room. I’ve setup a number of smart home hubs (like this one and this one), programmed my own Control4 system […]
Get the GuideNew Yamaha Receivers and Speakers Packaged Up for 4K Home Theaters
The new HTiB options include Yamaha receivers and speakers, along with 4K support and Bluetooth.
The new HTiB options include Yamaha receivers and speakers, along with 4K support and Bluetooth.
Get the GuideDenon Amplifier is the Latest Addition to HEOS Lineup
The HEOS Drive uses Denon amplifier technology to power a multiroom sound system.
The HEOS Drive uses Denon amplifier technology to power a multiroom sound system.
Get the GuideBasic Installation Options for a Whole-House A/V System
The many ways you can outfit your house to enjoy music and video in every room.
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JBL Control X Wireless Outdoor Speakers Instead of a boombox or portable speaker that has to be dragged out to the deck or by the pool, JBL has created something new that can produce good sound in the great outdoors. JBL Control X Wireless Outdoor Speakers are rugged enough to withstand some outdoor elements and […]
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