Find out how to get the best out of you Audyssey receiver in this article by configuring Audyssey the Right Way!
Configuring Audyssey – The Right Way
Yamaha YPAO Configuration – The Right Way
Good sound is dependent just as much on doing the setup correctly, than it is on buying great gear. In this guide, I show you how to get the very best out of your Yamaha Receiver by configuring YPAO correctly.
Audyssey MultEQ-X Version 1.1 Out Now
Audyssey has released v1.1 of MultEQ-X along with new hardware. I cover what's new!
Dead or Alive 2 and 3 in 4K are Glorious!
In the latest - and apparently last - round of backwards compatible titles, Microsoft made the whole Dead or Alive franchise compatible with Xbox One consoles. This means the Dead or Alive 1, 2 and 3 which were on the OG Xbox have been enabled and play at full 4K while Dead or Alive 4... Continue Reading →
Denon AVR – Ultimate Setup Guide
The Ultimate Denon AVR Resource for setting up your Denon Receiver. Includes checklist and external resources.
Halo TV Show – Episode 2 Review
Please see review of Episode 1 here. I won’t go over the video and audio stats again. Please refer to that article. There’s a lot of complaining on Twitter about how Episode 2 is very dialogue-heavy, but I don’t see it that way. This show is turning out to be a mix of Star Wars,... Continue Reading →
Halo TV Show – Pilot Review
As of this review, only Episode 1 - that is the pilot - has been released. This is a quick review of the show and whether it’s worth subscribing to Paramount+ to watch it. STORY - 4 / 5 The story so far is fully focused on Master Chief, which is great to see. The... Continue Reading →
What Crossover to Choose for Your Speakers
There’s a lot of confusion about how to select the correct crossover for your speakers in a multi-channel setup, so I thought I’d write a quick article to cover all the bases. THX & Audyssey Recommendation Both THX and Audyssey recommend an 80Hz crossover. In an ideal world, this crossover is the correct setting. This... Continue Reading →
Halo Infinite Campaign – The Simple Home Cinema Review
Introduction I have waited with this review because I didn't want to bring down the overall great reception for the game. However, in my humble opinion, there are a lot of issues that need addressing that I wanted to tackle once the initial fanfare died off. I know my opinion is not that of most... Continue Reading →
Yamaha Disables YPAO Multi-Point Measurement when Wireless Speakers are Connected
Wireless MultiCast speakers and YPAO multi-point measurement are not friends - at least not for now!
How to Plan Out Window and Door Positions for a Home Cinema Room
Choosing the wrong positions for your doors and windows during a home cinema build can become a real annoyance once you get to installing equipment. So don't make the mistakes I talk about in this article.
Should You Use an Ultra Short Throw Projector in a Dedicated Home Cinema?
UST projectors are becoming more and more popular. But are they suited to a dedicated home cinema? Let's find out!
Failsafe Audyssey Settings
Same Audyssey settings for all input sources? You bet!
Issue with Yamaha CinemaDSP on Atmos-Enabled Yamaha Receivers
Dolby requiring removal of Pro Logic IIx from Atmos-enabled receivers has an unintended consequence on Yamaha CinemaDSP. Find out why!
Can You Emulate Audyssey Dynamic EQ with Dirac Live?
If you are you moving from Audyssey to Dirac Live, your question may be: can you emulate Audyssey Dynamic EQ with Dirac Live? I will investigate in this article!
Audyssey Settings for Gaming
It is pretty easy to configure Audyssey for your gaming consoles or PC. Let's see what's required.
Resolve Dual-HDMI Handshake Issues on AVRs
If you have more than one display connected to your AVR and you are having connection issues, try this "quick-fix" article to resolve your issue.
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