Posts By Timothy Micklelson
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56AV Resource GuidesAre Floorstanding Speakers a Good Option if You Have a Large Room?
The short answer is, yes. Tall speakers are built to move air, hold composure at distance, and project a wide stage that...
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63Floorstanding SpeakersPolk Monitor XT70 Review: Big-Room Energy Without the Fuss
Quick Take The Polk Monitor XT70 is the “plug it in, press play, and grin” kind of tower. Owners talk about bold,...
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71Bookshelf SpeakersPolk Signature Elite ES15 Review: An Easy Upgrade Over TV Speakers.
Quick Take The Polk Signature Elite ES15 aims squarely at listeners who want a noticeable upgrade over TV speakers or a soundbar...
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44AV Resource GuidesNow You Have a Turntable, are a Phono Preamp, Amplifier, and Speakers Needed?
Why Your New Turntable Is Silent You lowered the needle, the platter spun, and the room stayed quiet. That is normal. A...
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67ReviewsKlipsch R-120SW Subwoofer Review: Big Bass for Your Movie Nights
Quick Take The Klipsch R-120SW is a no-drama, front-firing 12-inch subwoofer that favors punch, clarity, and simple setup over bells and whistles....
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109Floorstanding SpeakersKlipsch Reference RP-8000F II Review: Big, Effortless Sound That Scales With Your Room
Quick Take The Klipsch Reference Premiere RP-8000F II is the kind of tower that makes movie night feel larger than life without...
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75AV ReceiversBest AV Receivers For Small Rooms and Apartment
You want better sound without filling your apartment with gear. Neighbors are close, space is tight, and your TV stand was built...
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72AV Resource GuidesFloorstanding Speakers vs Soundbars, Which is Right for You?
Why This Choice Matters You want better sound, not a living room full of arguments. A pair of tall speakers promises real...
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110ReviewsMovie Night Upgrade: A Review of the Denon AVR-X1700H
Quick Take The Denon AVR-X1700H walks the line between “set it and forget it” and “grow with me.” Owners highlight clear dialogue,...
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93Bookshelf SpeakersEdifier R1280T Review: Small Speakers, Big Personality
Quick Take The Edifier R1280T is a compact powered bookshelf pair that performs above and beyond its size and price range. Owners...
