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Optical vs. Coaxial Digital Connections Optical vs. Coaxial Digital Connections Between optical and coaxial, which connection is going to give the better sound quality, and why?
Paradigm Studio 40s vs Studio 60s Paradigm Studio 40s vs Studio 60s I noticed reviews (Audioholics.com) of both Paradigm studio 40s and 60s, yet received different marks with respect to each other. The 40's with stands cost about the same as the 60's without stands.…
Interview with RBH on T-2 Signature Speaker System Interview with RBH on T-2 Signature Speaker System In preparation for our visit from RBH Sound on November 7th , we have prepared a short FAQ article to better understand their new flagship Signature Series speaker system know as the T-2 (not to be…
Receiver Amp Specifications - THD and RMS Power Receiver Amp Specifications - THD and RMS Power Isn't THD important in the sound quality of a receiver? The lower the better? Also, when you see the 20 - 20,000 Hz versus 40 - 20,000 Hz, the higher number 40 will affect the sound quality won't it?…
Receiver Speaker Settings: LARGE or small? Receiver Speaker Settings: LARGE or small? How should I set the Speaker Size and OHM setting on the receiver- 4 ohms or 8 ohms. Def Tech manual says the Mains and the Center can be set to 4 Ohms or 8 Ohms. Which setting is correct and also…
Relationship Between Watts and dBs Relationship Between Watts and dBs Can someone please explain the relationships between watts and dB's to me? I am new to audio and wish to acquire a better understanding of power/watts, etc. Thanks.
Taming Dynamic Range in Soundtracks Taming Dynamic Range in Soundtracks I have noticed when I have played DVD movies that when the actors are talking that I can barely hear them. The background music and effects come through good but the voices do not. Is there a setting…
Watts and Power Ratings Watts and Power Ratings Are all wattage ratings dealing with sound equipment the same? Does my 25x4 car audio receiver put out as much power as one of my channels in my Sherwood 100x5? If so or not, why?
What is the Function of an RS-232C Port? What is the Function of an RS-232C Port? Q: What is the function of an RS-232 port? A: An RS-232 port is a standard…
Wiring Loudspeakers in Parallel Wiring Loudspeakers in Parallel I currently have a set of WDST (Klipsch Synergy Premiere S6) on the surround channel of my RX-V2095. I'd like to add a set of floorstanding speakers (Klipsch Legend 10) to the same channel, and wire…