Technology
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Turntables… an introduction
There’s a lot to know about turntables. Here, Stephen Dawson explains some of the things that used to be second nature to high fidelity enthusiasts. -
Q&A: Todd Ryan, Sonance
The new Visual Performance (VP) series of in-wall speakers marks a new technological era for Sonance. Chief speaker engineer Todd Ryan talks to Paul Skelton about ... -
The role of soundbars in home automation projects
It is largely seen as a consumer product, but the soundbar is starting to make an appearance in custom installations. Paul Skelton reports. -
Look and Listen uses Dynalite and LifeTec to make life easier for elderly and disabled
While home automation is most often associated with high-end luxury living, the inherent capabilities of some of these systems also make them ideal for disability care. ... -
HDMI 2.0 and 3D audio
The many new audio formats of HDMI 2.0 present new levels of experience and opportunity for our industry, and could even contribute to saving marriages. ... -
Making smart home technologies less vulnerable to hacking
As sales of connected home technologies increase, so too do the number of potential threats posed by hackers. Paul Skelton investigates. -
REVIEW: Strong SRT 6500 twin tuner PVR/Blu-ray player
The Strong SRT 6500 combines PVR and Blu-ray technology in one affordable box, writes Stephen Dawson. -
REVIEW: Sonance Visual Performance Series VP66R and VP48 installation speakers
Sonance’s newly relaunched VP series of installation speakers prove that good things come in small packages, writes Stephen Dawson. -
REVIEW: TDG Audio Gold Series NFC-83 installation speakers
The in-wall/in-ceiling loudspeaker category is quite competitive and new manufacturers are coming and going on a regular basis. This one, though, appears to be different. Stephen ... -
When ‘a lot of’ audio becomes ‘too much’ audio
‘Big sound’ may be a good thing, but can you have too much of that good thing? Anthony Grimani reports.



