Posts By Timothy Micklelson
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129AV ReceiversThe Denon AVR-X3800H vs the Marantz CINEMA 50, Which One is Better?
You want a receiver that is easy to live with, strong on movies, and honest with music, without turning setup into a...
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77AV Resource GuidesShould You Keep Your Speaker Grilles On or Off? Which is Better?
You look at those fabric covers and wonder if they are helping or hurting. The short answer is that both choices can...
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128Floorstanding SpeakersKlipsch R-26FA Review: Big Theater Sound Made Simple
Quick Take The Klipsch Reference R-26FA combines a lively front tower with an upward-firing Atmos module in the same cabinet, so you...
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92AV Resource GuidesCan a Soundbar Replace a Full Home Theater System?
You want better sound without turning your living room into a tangle of wires. A soundbar promises a clean look, quick setup,...
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104AV ReceiversYamaha RX-V6A Review: Easy Setup, Big Cinematic Sound
Quick Take The Yamaha RX-V6A is a solid centerpiece for a modern living room or a first dedicated theater. Owners highlight clear...
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77AV Resource GuidesDo Soundbars Work With Any TV? A Simple Compatibility Guide.
A soundbar will work with nearly every modern TV, and most older sets too. The connection you choose affects sound quality, features,...
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98AV Resource GuidesHow Many Channels do You Need for Your Home Theater?
You want movies to sound big, clear, and believable. Dialogue should stay anchored to the screen, effects should sweep smoothly around the...
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198AV ReceiversIs the Onkyo TX RZ50 the Right Upgrade for Your Living Room? Full Review!
Quick Take The Onkyo TX-RZ50 is a 9-channel, THX Certified Select AVR that operates like a higher-tier receiver. Dirac Live cleaning up...
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104AV Resource GuidesOne Subwoofer or Two (Dual Subs) is it Worth it?
Bass gives music and movies weight and impact. When the low end is right, drums stop and start cleanly, bass lines have...
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143AV ReceiversYamaha RX-V385 Review: Will it Make Your Movie Night Sound Better?
Yamaha’s RX-V385 is an easy way to bring real surround sound to a living room without turning setup into a chore. Owners...
