dolby atmos

(October 16, 2024) What better way to kick the fall season into full gear than a killer giveaway? Over the next 4 weeks (October 16 through November 11), you can enter to win a Flexus Core 200 Soundbar ($499 MSRP) shipped directly by Klipsch! Launched in April this year, the Core 200 is...

(September 20, 2024) We caught up with StormAudio's Gary Blouse at CEDIA 2024 and learned about the company's most prominent show presence ever. Storm was showcasing its ISP EVO, ISP Core 16, ISP MK3, and ISR Fusion 20 Receiver in eight different locations throughout the convention center. Gary...

(June 25, 2024) TIDAL is making significant changes to its catalog of Hi-Res audio tracks. Beginning on July 24th, the streaming service will officially sever ties with MQA and Sony’s 360 Reality Audio. Instead, company executives are embracing FLAC or the Free Lossless Audio Codec. TIDAL's...

(April 30, 2024) On this episode of Bass Hunters, brought to you by our partners at Kaleidescape, Sutherland AV Marketing, and Ascendo, we dive into the smash hit film Dune Part Two. Due to launch on disc on May 14th, this is bound to be considered one of – if not the – home theater release of...

(April 18, 2024) On the latest episode of Bass Hunters, brought to you by our partners at Kaleidescape, Sutherland AV Marketing, and Ascendo, we dive into Jason Statham's latest action flick The Beekeeper. Due to launch on disc on April 23rd, the film's low-end performance is definitely worth...

(April 8, 2024) Kaleidescape and "commercial cinema" aren't typically words uttered in the same breath, as the company has spent decades embedding itself as a leading source in home theater rooms and luxury yachts worldwide. That's about to change, however, as Kaleidescape is using the grand...

(March 12, 2024) Pioneer has unveiled specs and details for two new AV receiver options, both designed to deliver big on the bang-for-the-buck quotient. The duo is headlined by the VSX-835, a 7.2-channel model that's priced at $499 (on sale at Amazon for $479) and injected with several advanced...

(February 6, 2024) Tomorrow, Wednesday, January 7th, Auro CTO Bert Van Daele joins AV NIRVANA Live to dive into the world of immersive audio. Auro, its Auro-3D codec, and its Automatic mixing engine are foundational components of the immersive audio ecosystem we all enjoy today. More recently...

Hey, I am new to this community. I am planning to build in house 7.1.4 Dolby Atoms setup with active monitor. I am confused here there are two options to use one is the sound card and audio interface to connect these many outputs. The question is after I will do the calibration inside the REW...

(September 17, 2023) StormAudio's 2023 CEDIA presence was impossible to ignore, as the industry leader showcased a dazzling array of technologies guided by its AoIP preamp called ISP EVO. Utilizing a 32-channel version of EVO, Storm commanded a Grimani Systems 16,800-watts, 11.6.6 channel active...

(August 17, 2023) On the latest episode of Bass Hunters, brought to you by Kaleidescape, Sutherland AV Marketing, and Ascendo, we harness the power of Kaleidescape's library to evaluate John Wick Chapter 4 in true 4K HDR with lossless Dolby Atmos audio. We take a look at bass associated with...

(July 27, 2023) Denon is expanding its S-Series offerings with the addition of two new reasonably priced AV receivers. The 7.2-channel AVR-S770H and the 5.2-channel AVR-S670H are loaded with cutting-edge features to give gamers, music lovers, and movie fans access to a true home theater...

Earlier this year, home theater YouTubers Joe Mariano (Joe-N-Tell) and Channa De Silva (Techno Dad) brought their collaborative audio project, the Spatial Audio Calibration Toolkit (SACT), to market. Sold under the banner of the Spatial Group, the disc is billed as the “first calibration disc...

Earlier this year, home theater YouTubers Joe Mariano (Joe-N-Tell) and Channa De Silva (Techno Dad) brought their collaborative audio project, the Spatial Audio Calibration Toolkit (SACT), to market. Sold under the banner of the Spatial Group, the disc is billed as the “first calibration disc...

Today marks part one of a Trinnov Altitude 16 processor review. Part two is a more formal look at the user experience with the processor, while this one is all about the fun—specifically, Dolby Atmos immersive audio. The Altitude 16 isn't a new piece of gear, but thanks to powerful software...

(March 28, 2023) Onkyo's all-new TX-RZ70 marks Premium Audio Co.'s third flagship receiver release in 2023, leaving home theater fans plenty to lust for. The TX-RZ70, much like new heavy hitters from Pioneer and Integra, was built from the ground up with plenty of input from Premium Audio Co.'s...

(March 14, 2023) The all-new VSX-LX805 is a different animal from Elite products that hit the market in 2021, largely because it’s the first to have Premium Audio Co.’s influence and input throughout the development process. Standing as Elite's new flagship model, the VSX-LX805 is a dream...

(February 6, 2023) McIntosh is a brand known for its uncompromising two-channel prowess, bubbling with power galore, and an unmistakable green glow that's universally linked to its iconic preamp and amplifier designs. That's not to say the company hasn't dabbled in the world of all-in-one AV...

You don't need to drop $3K-plus on an AV receiver to ignite home theater magic. Sure, if the purse strings are loose, have at it. But if money matters and the budget has restrictions, rest easy because grin-inducing performance can be had with gear costing half as much or less than a flagship...

(March 8, 2022) Esteemed speaker manufacturer Bowers & Wilkins recently unveiled the third installment of its all-in-one soundbar line, Panorama. Initially launched in 2009 and refreshed in 2013, the new Panorama 3 builds upon past successes by adding Dolby Atmos functionality to an elegant and...