The most significant upgrade to my home theater is now complete, with the front sound stage upgraded to the LCR10 and SUB15. Let's go through the calibration process together and see how they perform!
The article discusses the introduction of Filter Smoothing in Audyssey MultEQ-X, addressing the challenge in high-frequency correction to provide a more natural listening experience.
Audyssey Dynamic Volume maintains consistent audio, useful for varied content. Turn off for pure movie experience, on for wide dynamic range. Customize settings for different inputs and create day/night listening modes using this article.
This article explores Audyssey's Dynamic EQ, addressing the challenge of maintaining audio tonal balance across varying volumes. It offers practical tips for optimising your Audyssey calibration and setup.
Denon launches the AVR-A10H, a 13.4-channel replacement for the X8500HA, for $4,699, with front wide channel support, available from October 1, 2024.
When upgrading my home cinema, I underestimated the effort needed for optimal sound with Dirac Live. Through meticulous tuning and software utilization, including pre-calibration and target curve customization, I attained outstanding sound quality. The journey showcases the importance of precise setup for a great sound.
The 5th major iteration of Secrets of Audyssey has been launched, featuring a full MultEQ-X guide.
Dissatisfied with existing subjective or complicated bass shaker EQ methods for home theater, I set out on a mission to develop an efficient and user-friendly process using a smartphone and some clever math.
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.
Audyssey's 2023 Black Friday Sale is coming later this month.
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.
I finally review MultEQ-X and tell you what I like and not like about it. You can also trust me to break it while I'm at it.
I discuss the 5 Pillars of Reference Playback that are required for Audyssey, and all other Room Correction algorithms.
Dirac Live is one of the best room correction tech in the World. In this long overdue article, I go into how to set up Dirac Live correctly, so you can reap the full benefits.
This question has been on my mind since the announcement and because a customer has asked me this same question recently, now is the perfect time to write about it. I absolutely believe it is a worthwhile addition and here is a summary of the two most critical points as to why, then we will... Continue Reading →
