Search results

Unlike most of Yamaha's previous subwoofers that lacked the gusto to hang with the big boys, their new flagship NS-SW1000 means business. The NS-SW1000 features a powerful 1,000-watt amplifier and high excursion 12" driver with a double ferrite magnet and cast frame. The NS-SW1000 has an...

It’s a great time to be a home theater lover—especially a bassaholic. It seems as though more and more companies are getting the message that consumers want high performance and great value. Reaction Audio, who has long been an Audioholic fan favorite, has just announced five new subwoofer...

This week we take on a few interesting questions received from our YouTube Channel pertaining to DIY speaker kits vs finished products, Wi-Fi network stability issues, Dolby Atmos speaker placement and subwoofer purchasing decisions. Can you place a main channel higher than a height channel for...

If the STS have an LFE input, you can still run RCA level cables from your receiver to the inputs of your speakers. That way LFE + summed bass will go to bass drivers of your speakers. It's a good idea to have the same bass signal playing on your large towers and powered subs to take advantage...

RHA have slowly grown to be a company which has strongly impressed the industry with their great value for money offerings. In addition to this, RHA are known to provide unparalleled customer services which is a great testament to the not only the company itself but also the end user experience...

This is a great deal! I'd take the RX-Z1 for a secondary room. Too bad you're not able to ship.

AIX Records, Revel Speakers, Benchmark Audio 5.1 High Resolution Demo What do you get when you combine five Revel Salon2 speakers, audio equipment from Benchmark Audio and Oppo and music from AIX records? A state of the art multi-channel surround experience that will satisfy even the most...

From selecting components in the wrong order to inappropriate gear for the venue, this article enlightens us on the most common mistakes when setting up a home theater system. To get the most bang for your buck when assembling an audio/video system, it’s important to make each piece of...

No Alternative Rock isn't really the same. Prog Rock has a bad stigma since it died out in the 80s so I guess the guys still making it our distancing themselves from that label. I consider prog rock bands like: Yes, Genesis, King Crimson, ELP, Jethro Tull, and Porcupine Tree/ Steve Wilson...

Audiophiles from all eras are not only interested in enjoying the best sound experience via a surround system but on a personal level as well. Many types of headphones have been developed over the years starting from the early first hand made earpiece headphones by Nathaniel Baldwin all the way...

It was with great pleasure that we had the distinct opportunity to interview prog-rock legend Mr. Steve Wilson (former front man of Porcupine Tree). We sat down with Steve prior to a gig he was hosting in Sweden to play his latest album Hand Cannot Erase. In this interview we discuss his views...

There are pros and cons of each tweeter type. Very few ribbons can keep up dynamically with the very best domes. However, RBH is coming out with a series of products with the very highest caliber AMT tweeters as you can see here...

This month's FAQ comes from a new subscriber to Audioholics and he asks how best to convert a regular room to a home theater listening space. We discuss running 20A dedicated lines for power amplifiers and subwoofers and if they are really needed, passing cables through walls, as well as types...

As Kew stated I recommend placing dual subs on the front wall in close proximity to the front speakers if you're using satellite speakers that require a higher than 80Hz crossover setting to get a good mid bass integration. This works very well especially with 1/4L and 3/4L placement.

You're doing a forum shootout for real? Send me an email about the details: gds@audioholics.com RBH is phasing these out but I requested a couple of pairs for Marshall to do his Atmos testing with so I figured he might as well do a review of them too. I may be able to get RBH to send you a...

You have been given many examples of Yamaha products tested into 4 ohm loads. I have explained many times the function of the switch and why its there. I can show you sources, test results, etc, but I cannot learn these things for you. You may not be saying Yamaha is using slave labor but...

My article clearly states what the switch does. It's steps down rail voltage to derate max power so the amp does not exceed a certain temp (65 deg C) when driving a 4 ohm load. They do this to get the UL rating. Most Amps don't have a 4 ohm UL rating hence no swich. The bigger amps that have 4...

The RBH MC-4C are a high-performance speaker in a very compact package. They address the internal conflict in many of us; we want high-quality sound, but would rather not have to accommodate huge speakers to get it. Too often, small speakers represent a big compromise in sound. However, with...