Cliff Heyne
Cliff, like many of us, has always loved home theater equipment. It started when he was very young, pouring over the Sunday ads looking for “high quality” surround sound systems from the likes of Sony or Samsung. In high school he landed a job at Best Buy that started his path towards actual high quality audio. His first surround sound was a Klipsch 5.1 system. After that he was hooked, moving from Klipsch to Polk to Definitive Technology, and so on. Eventually, Cliff ended up doing custom installation work for Best Buy and then for a "Ma & Pa" shop in Mankato, MN.
After finishing his bachelor's degree, he moved to Kansas for three
years to pursue a Master’s in Organizational Communication. Currently,
Cliff lives in North Dakota and runs an audio/video install business.
Cliff's Commitment to Audioholics
Cliff bring a unique perspective to Audioholics because of his background in audio video installation. Over the years of professionally installing audio video systems, Cliff has learned a number of tricks that he tries to pass along to our readers. Examples of this are his articles on choosing the right TV wall mount and developing a home theater budget. He, like all of our staff, commits to providing unbiased and in-depth articles.
Reference Equipment List
Speakers | Manufacturer | Model |
Front Left/Right | MartinLogan | Theos |
Center | MartinLogan | Motif |
Surround | Definitive Technology | BP1.2x |
Subwoofer | MartinLogan | Dynamo 1500X |
Video | ||
Projector | Epson | Home Cinema 5020UB |
Screen | Stewart Filmscreen | Firehawk G4 |
Electronics | ||
AV Receiver | Denon | AVR-X4000 |
Blu-ray Player | Oppo | BDP-93 |
Remote System | URC | MX-880 and MRF-260 |
Game Console | Sony | PS3 |
Miscellaneous | ||
Speaker Cable for Mains |
Monster Cable | M 2.2 |
All other Speaker Wire |
Blue Jeans Cable | Various |
HDMI |
Blue Jeans Cable |
Belden 5000 |
Network Cables |
Blue Jeans Cable | BJC C6P CAT 6 |
Acoustic Treatments | DIY | DIY |
Sub Platform | Auralex | SubDude HD |
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Latest content created by Cliff Heyne
- OmniMount OE120IW Recessed TV Mount Review - April 24, 2016
- RBH Sound SI-1010P In-floor or In-Ceiling Subwoofer Review - April 06, 2016
- Cable Keeper Review: A Hip Cable Organization Solution - June 29, 2014
- XTZ Sound Room Analyzer II Pro Measurement Kit Review - March 31, 2014
- MartinLogan Perfect Bass Kit (PBK) Subwoofer Calibration System Review - February 04, 2014
- Stewart Filmscreen FireHawk G4 Projector Screen Review - January 06, 2014
- DVDO Air3 Review: Wireless 3D HDMI for All! - December 04, 2013
- Sony HT-ST7 7.1 Soundbar Review - September 16, 2013
- Sony STR-DN1040 AV Receiver Review: WiFi, Bluetooth, and AirPlay Oh My! - July 17, 2013
- Outlaw Audio RR2150 Stereo RetroReceiver Review - July 09, 2013
- Samsung HW-F750 Soundbar Review - June 05, 2013
- Denon AVR-X4000 AirPlay AV Receiver Review - May 27, 2013
- B&W Z2 AirPlay Dock and Wireless Speaker Review - May 09, 2013
- Polk Audio LSiM703 Bookshelf Speaker Review - April 10, 2013
- MartinLogan Motion Vision Soundbar Review - February 25, 2013
- Sanus Steel Foundations SF26 Speaker Stands Review - February 17, 2013
- Sony STR-DA2800ES A/V Receiver Review - January 06, 2013
- MartinLogan Theos ESL Speakers Review - December 14, 2012
- Sony STR-DN1030 AV Receiver Review - September 24, 2012
- Yamaha RX-A2020 AVENTAGE 9.2 Networking A/V Receiver Review - July 06, 2012
- MartinLogan Motion 15 / LX16 Bookshelf Speaker Review - May 09, 2012
- Rocketfish Rocketboost RF-RBUSB RF-RBREC Wireless Audio Review - March 26, 2012
- 2014 Acura RLX To Feature Krell Audio System - November 30, 2012
- THIEL Audio Aquired By Private Equity Firm - November 29, 2012
- CEA Says "Ultra HD" Name to Replace 4K - October 21, 2012
- WiSA Compliance Test Specifications Released - September 19, 2012
- Polk Audio Announces a Free Weekly Music Download - August 30, 2012
- Genelec SpeakerAngle App for iOS Devices Review - August 23, 2012
- CEA Harshly Rebukes California Energy Regulations - August 22, 2012
- CEDIA 2015 DTS-X and Dolby Atmos Demos Updated - December 17, 2015
- How to Shop for Speaker Stands - A Buying Guide - July 13, 2015
- 6 Free Software Every Audiophile Should Download - December 30, 2013
- Why Your Cat6/5e Network Cable is Slowing You Down: Interview with Blue Jeans Cable - August 28, 2013
- How to Login to a Wireless Router: A Beginners' Guide - June 26, 2013
- 7 Tips to Boost Wireless Speed, Range, and Reliability - June 23, 2013
- The Inside Story: A Prognosis of Best Buy from a Veteran Employee - March 04, 2013
- Speaker Manufacturers: Internet Direct vs Brick and Mortar - February 13, 2013
- AV Tip: Avoid Short Circuits, Save your Amplifier or AV Receiver - December 12, 2012
- FCC Forces Cable Companies to Support HD Streaming on Network Devices - December 10, 2012
- A Guide To Audioholics - October 23, 2012
- Audioquest Cable "BoomBox" Demo: Legit Science or Slick Marketing? - April 18, 2012
- How to Install a Hidden In-Floor or In-Ceiling Subwoofer - March 17, 2016
- Internet Direct Speaker Brand Comparison - December 06, 2015
- Professional Pre-wiring tips for Speakers, TVs, and Networking - October 02, 2015
- Home Theater Budget & Shopping Guidelines - July 05, 2015
- Protecting Your Home Theater from Everything - February 16, 2015
- How to Make Surround Sound Work in an Apartment - October 09, 2014
- How to Find Studs in Any Wall - July 22, 2014
- How to Install a Home Theater Projector and Screen from Start to Finish - February 10, 2014
- How to Extend Wireless Internet for Full Coverage in Large Homes - January 19, 2014
- How to Set Up a Wireless Network From Start to Finish - July 10, 2013
- How to Add Wireless to Ethernet Only Equipment - June 12, 2013
- AV Tip: Where to Look for Home Theater Help - February 10, 2013
- AV Tip: Why Do My Speakers Sound Like They Are in a Tunnel? - February 05, 2013
- AV Tip: A TV is Not A Flood Light - January 30, 2013
- AV Tip: How to Avoid Blowing Out Your Speakers - January 28, 2013
- Tip of The Day: Mixing and Matching Speakers - January 23, 2013
- Sanus Debutes New iPad Mounts, iPad Mini Mounts, and Furniture - January 12, 2013
- WiSA Demo (Aperion Audio & Klipsch) at CES 2013 - January 11, 2013
- MartinLogan Interview on Electrostatic Speaker Design - January 02, 2013
- AV Tip: Eliminate Background Noise In Your Home Theater - January 01, 2013
- AV Tip: You're Smarter Than Your AV Receiver - December 30, 2012
- AV Tip: Conceal Your Speaker Wire - December 24, 2012
- AV Tip: 3 Ways to Keep Your HT System Cool - December 14, 2012
- $2,500 Recommended 5.1 Surround Sound System - December 13, 2012
- AV Tip: Safe Listening Levels - December 06, 2012
- How to Choose a Flat Panel TV Wall Mount - November 16, 2012
- Audioholics 2012 GTG Show Report - October 31, 2012
- $2,000 Recommended Two-Channel Stereo System - October 07, 2012
- Essential Home Theater Accessories Buying Guide - May 30, 2012
- How to Listen and Compare Loudspeakers in a Retail Store - March 01, 2012
- Basic Home Theater AV Set Up Guide - Hooking It All Up - February 08, 2012
- OmniMount RE18 Pre-Built AV Rack Review - December 20, 2015
- Monitor Audio CP-IW260X & CP-IW460X In-Wall Speakers Preview - December 13, 2015
- MartinLogan Play-Fi Wireless Speaker Lineup Preview - November 22, 2015
- Beale Street Audio P4-BB In-Wall and ICS8-MB In-Ceiling Speakers Preview - November 11, 2015
- Paradigm Premium Wireless Play-Fi Series Speakers/Amp Preview - November 03, 2015
- Atlantic Technology Launches Five New Speakers - October 29, 2015
- James Loudspeaker Product Launch Extravaganza - October 26, 2015
- SpeakerCraft In-Wall Dolby Atmos-enabled Speaker Series Preview - October 20, 2015
- Denon HEOS Drive Multi-Room Audio System Preview - June 12, 2015
- RBH Sound Ultra-3 Soundbar Preview - September 25, 2014
- Monitor Audio SB-2 and SB-3 Soundbars Preview - September 24, 2014
- Pro Audio Launches New Residential Speakers at CEDIA 2014 - September 23, 2014
- Classe Sigma SSP, AMP2, & AMP5 Preview - September 21, 2014
- OmniMount OE120IW In-Wall TV Mount Preview - September 19, 2014
- Atlantic Technology 3.1 HSB Pedestal Soundbar Preview - September 17, 2014
- Definitive Technology Mythos ST-L SuperTower Preview - October 02, 2013
- Onkyo LS-B50, LS-T10, and LS3100 Envision Cinema Series Preview - September 29, 2013
- JBL Studio 2 Loudspeaker Lineup Preview - September 28, 2013
- Monitor Audio ASB-2 & Radius One Soundbars Preview - September 28, 2013
- Sanus Launches New Premium Mount Lineup - September 28, 2013
- KEF V700 & V720W Digital Soundbars Preview - September 27, 2013
- JVC 2014 Projector Lineup Preview - September 27, 2013
- M&K Sound X8 X10 X12 Subwoofers Preview - September 27, 2013
- Definitive Technology SoloCinema Studio Soundbar Preview - September 27, 2013
- Brik Modular Audio Product Lineup Overview - August 23, 2013
- Marantz M-CR510 and M-CR610 Network Stereo Receivers Preview - July 22, 2013
- Core Audio Kratos MKII Fully Digital Amplifier Preview - July 01, 2013
- Marantz SR5008, SR6008, and SR7008 Receivers Preview - June 05, 2013
- Samsung PN51F4500 & PN43F4500 Plasma TV Comparison - April 09, 2013
- Samsung BD-F7500, BD-F5900, & BD-F5100 Blu-ray Player Comparison - April 01, 2013
- Samsung PN64F5300, PN60F5300, & PN51F5300 Plasma TV Comparison - April 01, 2013
- Samsung PN64F8500, PN60F8500, & PN51F8500 Plasma TV Comparison - April 01, 2013
- Samsung 2013 Home Theater Systems: More Features Than You Can Shake A Stick At - March 25, 2013
- Samsung 2013 Soundbar Lineup: Did You Say Vacuum Tubes? - March 22, 2013
- B&W AM-1 Outdoor Loudspeaker Preview - February 06, 2013
- Yamaha TSX-132, TSX-B32, MCR-042, and MCR-B142 Preview - February 05, 2013
- Yamaha CD-N500 Network CD Player Preview - January 31, 2013
- Audio Electronics Debuts Four New Products at CES - January 17, 2013
- Revel Rhythm2 Subwoofer Preview - January 16, 2013
- THIEL Debutes CS1.7 and Demos CS2.7 Loudspeakers at CES 2013 - January 16, 2013
- Cary Audio DAC-100t and DMC-600 Digital Music Center Preview - January 16, 2013
- Sharp Announces 2013 LED TV Lineup - January 15, 2013
- Definitive Technology Sound Cylinder Preview: Give your iPad a Portable Bluetooth Speaker - January 14, 2013
- Bryston BDP-2 Digital Music Player, BDA-2 DAC, and BP17 Preamp Preview - January 14, 2013
- Sony SS-NA2ES Towers, SS-NA5ES Bookshelf, SS-NA9ES Sub & SS-NA8ES Center Loudspeaker Series Preview - January 13, 2013
- PSB SubSeries125 Subwoofer Preview - December 29, 2012
- Dirac Releases "Dirac Live" Room Correction Suite - December 26, 2012
- NYNE SMC-1000 Smart Media Center Preview - December 24, 2012
- Marantz Flagship AV8801 A/V Preamp & MM8077 Amp Preview - December 07, 2012
- JVC 55" LED 4000 BlackSapphire Preview - October 25, 2012
- Legacy Audio Aeris Floorstanding Loudspeaker Preview - October 18, 2012
- Denon Ceol Piccolo Mini Networking Receiver Preview - October 17, 2012
- Triad Cinema Reference CR-1 Loudspeaker Preview - October 15, 2012
- Vizio Moves to Ultra-Large 55"-70" LED TVs - October 08, 2012
- Auralex Sheetblok-AF Sound Isolation Barrier Preview - October 06, 2012
- Niles Audio SW6.5 and SW8 Ultra-Compact Subwoofers Preview - October 04, 2012
- Tekton Design Pendragon Floorstanding Speaker Preview - September 30, 2012
- B&W Flagship In-Wall CI800 Speakers Preview - September 26, 2012
- Niles Audio Introduces Five New Amplifiers - September 25, 2012
- Niles Audio Outdoor GeoRealistic and Discrete Garden Speakers - September 21, 2012
- JVC Unveils New DLA-X and DLA-RS 3D Projector Lineup with e-Shift2 - September 19, 2012
- Funk Audio 15.0, 15.3, 18.0C and 18.1 Subwoofers Preview - October 31, 2006
- SVS PB-1000 & SB-1000 Powered Subwoofers Preview - October 31, 2006
- MartinLogan BalancedForce 210 and 212 Subwoofers Preview - October 31, 2006