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We’ve seen in-wall, on-wall, outdoor, and now—on ground? That’s SpeakerCraft’s new outdoor speaker line, better known as OG to you and me. It’s not this OG, either. It’s more like a tent stake, with a little head on top that looks like a floodlight. Instead of illuminating a walkway, though, these units can project sound from a flowerbed, planter, shrubs, or any other outdoor area. Each unit has its own ground spike. Push it into the dirt and boom, you’re done. It’s perfect for areas… View this story
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It’s still not too late in the season to install backyard speakers. We like to think warm, party thoughts, and Atlas Sound is reinforcing those thoughts with its new Strategy Series Rock loudspeaker, the ROCKFA62T-BR. The product name doesn’t exactly roll off the tongue, but we can dig it—not literally of course. Inside, this unit is packing the Atlas FA136 driver and a 32-watt 100-volt transformer, which terminates at a 24-inch pigtail rated for direct burial. Sure, it’s weather-resistant, and the company says the unit… View this story
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Q. I’m working on a DIY project and need to find wires/components for outdoors. Can you recommend some equipment? - Casey, Naperville, IL A. Everyone wants to go wireless, but you get more bang for buck if you can get wires outside. Most wireless systems are usually weak and have interference issues. With that being said, I recently discovered one by Soundcast that breaks that stereotype. It’s rechargeable, powerful and has clean sound. So it’s ideal for smaller areas or when wires are impossible. When… View this story
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There’s still plenty of summer left; enough to start thinking about next summer’s outdoor audio system, anyway. Luckily, Polk just announced its Atrium outdoor speaker system, which promises killer sound that blends into your landscape. The Atrium Sat 30 looks a lot like an outdoor light fixture. It can be mounted on a deck, suspended from the porch, or poked into the ground. All of the mounting accessories needed to blend the unit into your backyard or other outdoor areas are included. Each of the… View this story
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Q. I have outdoor Boston Acoustic speakers and the covers have rusted. Do you happen to know where I can buy replacement covers? - May A. It really depends on whether the speaker grills are actually removable. Although most internal speakers have removable grills, external ones often do not. If they are removable then your best bet is to email Boston Acoustic to see if they have grills available as spare parts. It is quite likely that they do. If you can’t buy them direct,… View this story
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If you’re worried about entertaining at your next summer barbecue, get out the limbo stick, pour some drinks in a coconut, plant these Tiki speakers and watch the wackiness ensue. TikiToonz’s Luau Luey speakers aren’t designed to hide into your yard’s foliage. Instead, they stand out like a pig roast. Technabob says that the set can crank up to 80 watts per channel and is built to play more than just your Don Ho collection. Other features include a 6.5-inch woofer, a 1-inch tweeter, and… View this story
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Big yards require big sound. Proficient is answering that call, with the AW8070V. Designed to work with 70-volt audio systems, this baby allows homeowners to use one amp to power a party full of speakers. Worried about long cables? As long as everything is tucked away from wandering feet, there’s no problem; Proficient says the AW8070V allows for long runs and “daisy-chained” units, without having to worry about sound quality. “The AW8070V is a more economical way to go when you need really big coverage,”… View this story
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As much as your spectacular home theater might make you want to stay inside all day watching movie trilogy marathons or baseball from noon until midnight, it’s okay to venture outdoors once in awhile. If you install some entertainment components in your backyard, by the swimming pool, or on your patio, you’ll be spending more time out there, doing a lot more than just cutting the grass. You know that great multiroom audio system that allows you to pull a song from any source to… View this story
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JBL is taking speaker shells to a new level. The company’s new Control NOW line hugs the wall creating omnidirectional love for audiophiles with an eye for design. The standard Control NOW works indoors, with the Control NOW AWs designed to withstand the outside elements. Both have the 90-degree design, boasting a slew of installation possibilities—as well as a definite “wow” factor. Each unit features a 3/4-inch tweeter and a pair of 4-inch woofers. The company says that the drivers are mounted behind a curved… View this story
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Systems integrator Terry Mullin, President of Creative Stream in Costa Mesa, CA. is a Boston Acoustics dealer and professed evangelist for their Voyager Series of all-weather speakers. During a press event this week in Southern California, that BA called a demonstration of “Soundscaping,” Mullin opened his home to demonstrate an exceptionally impressive outdoor sound system in his spacious and beautifully sculptured backyard.  The BA Voyager Series is specifically engineered for any outdoor condition including the harshest heat or the chilliest cold and are easily hidden… View this story
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If you plan to spend any amount of time outside this summer, be it at a grill, in a pool, or more likely, behind a mower, listen up… literally. It’s time to ditch the iPod and give your party guests (and neighbors) a lesson in music culture with today’s deal - a pair of Mirage Oasis OMNI 5 outdoor speakers. The entire Oasis line (there are larger versions if you’re interested) features a patented passive radiator design, allowing for better lows (a notable weakness in… View this story
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Artcoustic has turned a nifty triple play with its new Diablo Target loudspeaker. The speaker can work well as an on-wall model, be installed as an in-ceiling, or even play well outdoors as an all-weather speaker. With compact dimensions of 8 x 8 inches, at just 3 inches deep, the versatile Diablo Target won’t stand in the way of letting you enjoy your existing room decor. The square-shaped metal grille hides the two-way setup, and you can choose one of eight colors to help the… View this story
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