Founded in 2002 by Taiwanese American William Wang. Its original name was V. Inc but was changed to Vizio in 2007. It produces TV’s, Surround Sound Systems, Computer monitors, Laptops and a wide range of other electrical products. In its brief history, it has established itself as a major player in the audio market. The …
Let’s start on quite a positive – these are part of an award-winning series of speakers. Designed by the legendary speaker guru, Andrew Jones, the Pioneer SP-FS52 Floor-Standing Loudspeakers sit at an entry-level price point. In fact, these are one of the least expensive floor standing speakers you’re likely to find. So, the question is, …
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US audio products manufacturer Mackie was founded in 1988 in Seattle. They have become well-known in audio circles for their budget range of audio mixers. The CR1604, which could be used either as a desktop or rack-mounted mixer, became a huge success. Other products followed, and Mackie established themselves as a major manufacturer of affordable …
As Bluetooth loudspeaker technology evolves and improves, you can find some amazing deals out there that combine high-quality audio, compact designs, and affordable price tags. It’s a great time to be a consumer of all things audio. Remotely listening to music in high-quality definition from your smartphone or another device has never been easier or …
Portable wireless Bluetooth speakers have become one of the breakout products in the electronic device industry over the past few years. Everyone who takes their digital music listening experience seriously needs a good quality wireless speaker. However, there are so many potential banana skins when buying such a product. So, you don’t want to slip …
When wireless audio devices first began gaining traction, Bose was one of the first companies to offer products that performed to almost sci-fi standards. The idea of carrying around premium-quality sound in your backpack was now a reality, particularly in wireless earbuds and Bluetooth speakers. Since then, hundreds, if not thousands, of other options have …
Anker by Soundcore has proven time and again that even the budget options can have an uncompromising attitude towards build and design quality. Some of their other products have suffered from repeated complaints by users. However, two aspects of their products praised from start to finish are their high build quality and fantastic design. Designing …
Buzzing speakers can be infuriating. Whether you’re recording or listening to music, any form of unwanted noise from your speakers is a distraction. Finding the cause can sometimes be a time-consuming affair. However, there are a few simple checks you can make that will generally root out the issue relatively quickly. So, if you’re scratching your head …
The iPhone is one of the most advanced, user-friendly, and popular smartphones on the planet. Likewise, the range of wireless speakers from JBL is among the most popular in their field as well. It would therefore make sense that many users would love to combine these two wonderful products. Luckily, it’s as easy as can …
The last fifteen years have been witness to an unprecedented amount of innovation in technology. It feels as if every single day, something new is released by some startup or an established giant that ends up completely changing the way we live and think. What has also occurred is something many of us have taken …
The rise of digital technology in all its forms has taken place so fast that some inventions have seemingly come and gone without notice. Yet this is not the case, especially with the compact disc. Many 90s kids can attest to special relationships with a selection of discs that circulated in their multi-changer for years. …
Listening to music and watching videos are two of the most popular pastimes for most people these days. But, when you’re struggling to hear because your speakers aren’t loud enough, it can be a huge let-down. So, what can you do to improve your listening experience? Of course, you can use headphones or buy a bigger, …
JBL is one of the top audio brands in the world. They’ve been around for almost a century, and this shows in the quality of their products. When wireless technology emerged, JBL was one of the first companies to utilize it and change the way we listen to tunes forever. Since the first wireless speakers …
If you’re designing your own car stereo system, or need to replace some components, getting the best speakers for your money is paramount. The problem is there are so many different brands and speaker models out there to choose from. In this article, we’re going to focus on all-important mid-range speakers. AKA “woofers,” mid-range speakers …
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For powerful portable speakers that can get a party started, or keep it going, JBL could be considered the guys who wrote the book. Then broke all the rules therein. Thanks to their years and years of experience in professional sound, and dedication to maintaining the highest standards of quality, they’ve been going strong for 55 years. …
If you’ve ever heard a high-end audio system blasting in the back of a sweet ride, you know that to make all that noise, you need quite a few quality components working seamlessly together. Not only to make the sound loud but well-defined as well. If you’re anything like me, you like a well-balanced sound …
If you own a truck or any kind of vehicle for that matter, and you’re serious about sound, there’s one question you need to ask yourself. No, it’s not “To Subwoofer or not to Subwoofer?” It’s “Which subwoofer should I get?” A weak low-end in a sound system just kills whatever else you may be …
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Speakers are pretty straightforward bits of engineering. But at the same time, the way we talk about them can be one of the most confusing things ever. What’s the difference between a speaker, a loudspeaker, a driver, and a speaker cabinet anyway? And what kinds of speakers are best for a home stereo or gaming setup? So, …
Sound systems, both in and out of the home, have become increasingly sophisticated and complicated. With the ever-increasing popularity of powered speakers, it’s got a lot of audio enthusiasts asking, “Can you connect a power amp to active speakers?“ It’s a fair question. So, let’s take a look at the difference between active and passive speakers. …
If you love your music, then the experience needs to be as good as you can get. And that means being able to “feel” it as well as hear it. If you have a home cinema system, you would expect there to be heavy doses of the bottom-end. But music systems seem to ignore this …
Back in the day, if you had JBL speakers in your guitar or bass speaker cabinet, then the sound was usually excellent. I say usually because, for some reason, Celestion speakers always seemed to sound better in a Marshall 4 x 12. But generally speaking, they were great speakers. Today we are looking at one …
If you are considering upgrading your speakers or maybe buying for the first time, these two brands will be recommended to you. These are two of the most well-known speaker names you come across. But which should you choose? Harman Kardon vs Bose is a choice that is worth some consideration. So, let’s make the decision easier …
With the sudden surge of new technology has come new opportunities. One of them that has made a big difference was the chance to have quality sound and pictures on your TV screen. Whether it was just watching TV or watching movies, the standards rose, and they are still rising. One of the companies that …
Bose has been a big name for speakers for years. They make some heavyweights, not only in the realm of speakers but also headphones, amplifiers, and even car stereos. But now, the biggest thing in the game is the portable home speaker that can play tracks from your phone and fill up any room with …
The use of outdoor sound systems has become more and more popular over recent years. Of course, you need a semblance of decent weather. But, if you have that, then parties or a barbeque with music in the garden or around a pool is a nice way to spend time with family and friends. Finding …
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You may well have made a sizable investment in your boat. Whether you use it for entertaining, fishing, or just dragging a water skier around, it would be nicer with some music. With today’s technology, it isn’t that difficult. You can take your favorite playlists from your phone or tablet and play them virtually anywhere. …
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If you’re a DJ or aspiring to be one, you know how tough the industry can be to break into. While it’s everyone’s dream to be mixing it up in front of a massive sound system at an Ibiza beach party, the reality is that you have to pay your dues to get there. This …
There are many aspects to consider when creating your home theater system. When it comes to the audio, one of the most exciting pieces is the subwoofer. That’s because not only can you hear it, but you can also feel it. If you’re new to the exciting world of home theater audio, you may not …
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If you are wiring up your speakers for the first time, there is a right and a wrong way of doing it. Therefore, you may be asking yourself which speaker cable wire is positive, and which is negative? Don’t worry; there are different methods you can use to make sure you know which is which, …
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Speakers for sound systems may be something you don’t buy too often. Therefore, they are potentially a long-term investment, a decision you want to get right. And one of the biggest decisions may be the choice of Floorstanding vs. Bookshelf Speakers. Which should it be and which are the best for me? Sometimes decisions are …
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It has been a long time since 1876 when the first real speaker was invented and when we started to see the beginnings of stand-alone speakers. Many of the ‘name’ manufacturers had their brands. Most at a variety of price points to suit everyone. There were some very basic speakers and some very good speakers. …
Great speakers are usually made by great companies. They see innovation and excellence as important issues in design and performance. In that way, they produce the high-end speakers some will need. Is KEF one of these companies? Are the KEF LS50 speakers good enough to be considered high-end? We’ll answer those questions and more in …
As you delve deeper into the audio and technology world, it is natural to experiment, hoping to increase your equipment’s capabilities. It could also be a cost-efficiency factor. As some of the equipment isn’t cheap and making use of other components could save some cash. Given the size, shape, and where it’s usually positioned, you …
Elac is a German company that has been making audio equipment for over ninety years now. Whilst not a household name in the States, they have gained an impressive reputation in Europe. So when world-renowned speaker designer Andrew Jones moved from Pioneer to Elac back in 2015, we were eager to see what this combination …
Speakers have come a long way since Alexander Graham Bell invented the very first basic design and then Ernst Siemens improved on it the following year. For the first ‘real’ speaker, as we know now them, we have to wait for the amplifier to be developed in 1912. Most speakers are ‘dynamic’ or moving coil. …
