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Audioholics Room Size Recommendation Article Updated Guys; I updated the Audioholics Room Size article with our new "Small", "Medium", "Large" and "Extreme" Bassaholic logos. We will soon be publishing results from our first rounds of tests. Stay tuned....

The added "I" at the end of the model# :D

HSU subs are a better value than Axiom subs IMO. If you already have an HSU sub it makes sense to purchase another identical HSU sub and orient them as we recommend in our tech articles for better bass distribution in your room. If you already have Axiom surrounds and the wife likes the look...

I am well aware of the Harman test procedure and what its purpose is for. They even invited me out there to run through their tests which I plan on doing one of these days. They don't abuse the results of their testing or declare they make speakers that can't be beat regardless of price. I...

You can't change the laws of physics. If Sub A has a bigger driver and cabinet than Sub B, its a good bet Sub A will have more output and extension with all other things being equal. Emotiva is NOT about offering MAX SPL with their subs. Instead they give you competently good performance on...

I don't need a blind test to determine good vs bad sound just like I don't need a blind test to determine a good or bad tasting piece of steak or a slow vs fast car. Blind tests are useful for fleshing out small differences of sound or other stimuli but their importance tends to be a bit...

No, in fact a sealed sub is the easiest thing to measure b/c you can literally do a nearfield measurement and get its exact frequency response but the SPL levels of course will be off. Either the sub was compressing or his mic preamp was compressing. No idea without testing one myself...

I stand corrected. However there are no Max SPL vs frequency tests or THD tests done in this review. Any sub can measure well at low output levels. The proof is in how they behave or misbehave when driven to their output extremes.

That's an unfortunate viewpoint but its pretty aligned with how the masses in our country view science these days. NASA spending is a pimple compared to how much we spend on "Defense" spending. What we get from NASA in return is invaluable (think of your cell phone for example). If I were a...

Just b/c Axiom is over sensitive to positive press, doesn't take away the fact that they offer good product and services to their customers. They offer a very generous trial period for their products so if you don't like them its relatively painless to send them back at little to no out of...

Let's clear up a few facts here: 1. I am not Axiom bashing. I have always pointed out flaws in their products just like I have with any other manufacturer. In fact my A-1400 review showed that their amp was unstable and even caught fire. I still liked the product and hoped they would fix...

They didn't sound "bad" but not as good as I expected given all the Harman theory. Seems like their theory is best applied to JBL pro and Revel however. The E5ci center is certainly not the pinnacle of center channel design nor does EMP claim it to be. Yes you do need to test and measure...

To date, the Denon AVP processor has the best analog preamp and DAC section we've ever measured regardless of price. I have had an AVP in my rack for 3 years and never had any issues with its operation. Denon customer support leaves much to be desired at times but simply bashing all of their...

Uggg, I heard that entire JBL setup at EHX 2 years ago. I was not impressed. The treble was hot and the speakers sounded quite lifeless. But, if you look at the quality of the drivers used in that product, its no surprise. I used to be a big fan of JBL consumer but luckily their pro line is...

What is happening here is a lot of theory some valid and some missaplied is being spewed here with little to no real world experience. I enjoy theory but it has to be proven in the real world. I've measured and reviewed 100s of speakers and center channels. I've heard great and bad designs...

I wonder how much design experience you have with loudspeakers to make such blanket statements? I've actually consulted with many loudspeaker engineers including Dr. Toole on this very subject. Companies continue to make MTM's b/c they can sound quite good if properly designed. A very robust...

You got it backwards. Ill effects of lobing are more prevalent in an anechoic environment since sidewall reflects won't be present and thus influence the measurement. I would not compare a 3 way center to a MTM using 5.25" woofers. The good MTMs capable of more dynamic range utilize 6.5"...

A Final Note About China I just would like to say, I don't blame China for anything. I blame Corporate America and its power over our Government for always looking for a way to save a buck even if it means screwing its own citizens. There was a time when "made in USA" wasn't just a slogan, it...

China was barely a focus of this article until you singled it out. This article has already been widely read in the industry. I have heard nothing but good comments from numerous manufacturers, all of whom manufacturer product in China! CEDIA and even Electronic House have picked this article...

Let's tone the rhetoric and accusations down a bit please. It's not my intent to blast the Chinese government hence why I am a co-author of these article series. There are many factors that both you and Paul brought out. This site has no motive against Chinese b/c Paul has strong opinions on...