I review Dirac Live's implementation on Denon and Marantz receivers and compare it to Audyssey with regards to cost, setup, equalisation and sound quality.
Dirac Live vs Audyssey Review on Denon / Marantz Receivers
Audyssey Black Friday Sale – Nov 2023
Audyssey's 2023 Black Friday Sale is coming later this month.
What Would a Potential 8K Disc Format Look Like?
I speculate about 8K disc based and streaming media using industry and technology trends as well as previous release history.
JVC’s Next Generation Laser Projectors – NZ70, NZ80 and NZ90
I speculate on possible features for JVC's next generation laser projector line-up.
JVC DILA NZ8 / NZ9 Projectors: Recommended Settings
I talk about configuring the JVC NZ8 and NZ9 for the best picture quality possible with the belief I can show an old (DILA) dog new tricks. Ready?
JVC Announces New NZ / NP Series Projector Firmware
JVC announces new DILA projector firmware for the latest lamp and laser units.
Emulating the JVC X-Series with the JVC NZ Series
I share my opinion on why the new NZ series handles dark scenes poorly compared to the X-series and what some possible solutions are.
JVC NZ8 Review
I share my thoughts on JVC's mid-range laser projector: the JVC NZ8, and compare it to the X, NX and NP Series units.
Selby Encore Acoustically Transparent Screen Review / XYScreens Soundmax 4K Weave?
I review Selby's Encore Acoustically Transparent Screen, which looks to have the same weave to XYScreens Soundmax 4K and Elitescreens AcousticPro UHD.
JVC Introduces 2.10 Firmware Update for NZ and NP Projector Models
JVC introduces new firmware for NZ9, NZ8, NZ7, NP5 and equivalent model numbers across all regions.
Bass Performance of Audyssey vs Dirac Live vs Dirac Live Bass Control vs MSO
I discuss the bass performance of Audyssey, Dirac Live, Dirac Live Bass Control, Dirac Live ART and Multi-Sub Optimiser.
Audyssey MultEQ-X – Upcoming Features Beyond v1.5
Audyssey is already planning the next round of features for MultEQ-X. Here is a list that we are aware of.
Should You Install an Acoustically Transparent Screen?
I summarise the pros and cons that go into deciding on an acoustically transparent (AT) screen.
Setting Up Dirac Live Loudness Curves on Denon / Marantz AVRs
I go through the process I took to configure my Cinema 50 for Equal-Loudness Curves with Dirac Live. You can do the same with your Denon or Marantz AVR.
Elite Screens Cinegrey 3D and Cinegrey 5D Review
I review Elite Screens Cinegrey 3D and Cinegrey 5D materials and provide my opinion on whether they are a worthwhile investment and in which scenarios.