Surround Sound Articles

1). Understanding Surround Sound Systems By : Mitchell Medford
Surround sound is the concept of expanding the spatial imaging of audio playback from 1 dimension (mono/Left-Right) to two or three dimensions. It is often employed for a more realistic audio environment, actively implemented in cinema sound systems, technical theatre, home entertainment, video arcades, computer gaming, and a growing number of other applications.
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2). What is Surround Sound and Why Do You Want It? By : Warren Thompson
Whether you are an audio novice or an experienced technophile, this article is for you. Let’s take a few minutes to review the basics of surround sound, and the principles behind it. If you are new to surround sound, this will help you to understand the concept. It will also refresh the memory of those already in the know. These are the basics of sound.
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3). The Top 5 Home Theater Wiring Installation Tips By : Jim Johnson
So now you have your brand new home theater system components sitting in their boxes in front of you and it's go time. You have to somehow connect all of these foreign objects together and make it all work.
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4). The Top 5 Tips For Buying A Home Theater System By : Jim Johnson
If you have decided to join the rush to get into home theater you have a lot of homework to do to choose wisely, but the rewards will certainly be more than worth it. Just imagine enjoying movie theater quality sound and video right in your own home whenever you want.
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5). HDTV - Here is what you need to know about HDTV. By : Mark Van Neem
When considering the purchase of an HDTV one of the first decisions will be whether you want a widescreen or a 4:3 TV. If your interests lean mainly towards movies, DVDs and HDTV, a widescreen set would be a better choice. If you are a "commercial" television type of person or family, you may be better off with a 4:3 set now but...
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6). Surround Sound Installation Tips For Your Home Theater By : Jim Johnson
With the increasing popularity of HDTV, watching a DVD movie at home is a great entertainment experience. The picture is sharp, clear, and vibrant. But what about the sound?
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7). What is Home Theater? By : Mitchell Medford
Home theater is the term used to describe the recent evolution of audio and video systems that offer exceptional quality and superior performance - in essence, it is like having a movie theater in your own living room. The recreation obtained by the combination of audio and visual components creates the experience of a professional movie theater. The.
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8). How to Buy a Powerful Home Theater System: Part 1 (Limited Budget) By : Kevin Nelson
Even though some high end home theater equipment can cost thousands of dollars, recent technological advances have made most home theater equipment more affordable, allowing even those on a limited budget to buy a powerful home theater system as long as you know what to look for.
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9). Home Theaters: Which ones should I invest in? By : Christine Bettridge
Going to the theatres is fast becoming out of fashion. Thanks to the advantages offered by latest technologies like DVD and satellite, folks are turning more and more to watching movies at home. Home theatres are fast gaining popularity as a good set offers one great advantage – You can watch your old favorite movies which are still on VHS tapes, something which you really enjoy.
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10). Are Wireless Surround Sound Speakers The Wave Of The Future? By : Jim Johnson
If you like to enjoy the thundering bass and wraparound sound that you often experience at the movie theater, then building your own home theater with surround sound may be just what you need.
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11). A Low Cost Home Theater Speaker Review By : Jim Johnson
When it comes to home theater equipment it's easy to spend lots of money very fast. Since the surround sound speaker systems needed for a true home theater experience are made up of 6 speakers including the subwoofer, they can be a substantial part of the cost all by themselves.
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12). Get The Facts Before You Buy Your Next DVD Player By : Jim Johnson
DVD players are an essential piece of equipment in the typical home entertainment or home theater system setup. So it makes sense that you should know what is available and what to expect when you go shopping for one.
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13). The History of Dolby Audio By : Mitchell Medford
These days, Dolby is a household name. The infamous "DD" symbol can be found on almost every piece of modern audio equipment out there. This includes gaming consoles, HDTVs, home theaters, both home and car stereos, cinemas, and personal computers. It all started in 1949 when a man named Ray Dolby went to work for Ampex Corporation part-time while still in high school.
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14). Home Theater: Choosing and Preparing Your Home Theater Room By : Kevin Nelson
Whether you’re converting an existing area like a basement or you’re using your current family room for your new setup, you’ll probably have to do some sort of room preparation before setting up your home theater. Here are some simple guidelines you can follow when choosing your home theater room and preparing it for your new system.
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15). What You Need To Know When You Buy A DVD Player By : Jim Johnson
DVDs are the standard for viewing movies now as VHS tapes are quickly becoming a relic of the electronics world past. And technology continues to improve, making more and more features available on DVD players to keep up with the advancing high definition formats.
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16). How To Make A Smart Choice With Our DVD Players Review By : Jim Johnson
The technology for dvd players has been around long enough now that it has matured and most dvd players on the market these days can be considered quality units with solid, useful features.
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17). Features To look For When You Buy A DVD Player By : Jim Johnson
It's not hard to see why DVD players have taken the video world by storm. All you have to do is watch a movie on DVD and then watch that same movie on VHS tape instead. The difference can be startling.
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18). HDTV And The Future OF DVD Players By : Jim Johnson
The HDTV revolution has changed the home electronics landscape for good already, but the real benefits of this advanced technology will soon be apparent in the next few years as it becomes more accepted and established.
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19). Home Theater Surround Sound: Making Sense Of It All By : Laurie Lindsay
There are many different surround sound formats on the market today. This can be confusing for many consumers though the good news is that most devices that interpret the formats do so automatically.
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20). Theater Quality Sound At Home By : Laurie Lindsay
You do not have to begin your home theater or surround sound experience with a top of the line piece of equipment. It is quite possible to start small with a surround sound system and build a better system as you go.
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21). Car Stereo Systems Supporting New Audio Formats By : Victor Epand
The following article deals with various new audio formats of car stereos. This article will help the reader to know about these formats and their features, so that they can apply this knowledge while fitting stereos in their cars.
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