✅ ❌ What's IN and What's OUT in Hi-Fi and Home Theater? 2024 Trends
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📌 2024 MEDIA ROOM & HIFI TRENDS
✅ ❌ What's IN and What's OUT in Hi-Fi and Home Theater? 2024 Trends
00:00 WHAT’S IN & WHAT’S OUT IN HI-FI and HOME THEATER
00:16 MULTI-USE MEDIA ROOMS
01:33 DRAMATIC HOME THEATER ROOM DESIGN
02:32 RECLINING SOFAS
03:46 QUALITY OVER QUANTITY
05:22 SMART HOME INTEGRATION
06:59 WHAT’S OUT in 2024 - WOOD SLAT WALLS
07:37 FRONT PROJECTION
08:39 EQUIPMENT OVERLOAD
09:27 2024 TRENDS: OUTDOOR LIVING TECH
11:37 CREATIVE WAYS TO HIDE YOUR TV (STYLISH TV MOUNTS)
13:10 BIG TVS vs PROJECTORS
📌 SHOP HOME THEATER DESIGN TRENDS
SOFAS & CHAIRS
West Elm Harris, Dalton, Harmony, Leo 🛍
Roche Bobois Opale
B&B Italia Borea Sofa & Chair
CB2 various
TVs & TV MOUNTS
Samsung Serif bit.ly/47CS4em
Samsung Frame bit.ly/3yQmeMp
Samsung The Terrace Outdoor TV bit.ly/3QTBdgI
Samsung The Wall 🛍
LG 97" OLED bit.ly/3Ggl5AN
Samsung 98" amzn.to/3Kv8LQo
Sony 98" bit.ly/46z27js
TCL 98" bit.ly/47xtPhI
Pedestal (only avail. in Europe)
Stylish TV Stands bit.ly/49QxM2J • bit.ly/46ovPaR
SPEAKERS
In Wall Speakers bit.ly/46ovll3
DefTech DM80 bit.ly/3Z3Owhk
Klipsch Heritage Theater Bar bit.ly/3gblAPH
Klipsch Forte IV bit.ly/3komedS
Klipsch Heresy IV bit.ly/35GRnlQ
Klipsch Cornwall IV bit.ly/3Lg3HMR
Klipschorn amzn.to/3bHT3jL
KEF R Meta bit.ly/3A72HY4
JBL L100 Classic bit.ly/3bPYrBt
Sonus Faber bit.ly/3LBjBDi
HIGH-END AUDIO
Bowers & Wilkins 800 Diamonds d/o
McIntosh bit.ly/3LBjBDi
Wilson Audio Sabrina bit.ly/wilsonsabrina
Sonus Faber bit.ly/3LBjBDi
SMART TECH & SMART SPEAKERS
Amazon Echo amzn.to/3MEeod7
Bang & Olufsen Balance amzn.to/3bblRkh
KEF LS60 Wireless bit.ly/38uKhGE
📌 SHOP OUR LIVING ROOM
TCL 98” bit.ly/47xtPhI
VAN DE ROHE LOUNGE CHAIR 🛍
OUR RUG bit.ly/3MOYHSU
COFFEE TABLE 🛍
EVERYTHING ELSE: bit.ly/3PcJzO4
🛍 See tagged products at the top of the description
📌 MY REFERENCE AUDIO AND HOME THEATER SYSTEM
POWER
Audiolab bit.ly/3ZhPw1q
Technics bit.ly/3bcE3fi
LOUDSPEAKERS
Q Acoustics bit.ly/3b0IbQ2
KEF bit.ly/3A72HY4
Klipsch bit.ly/3Lg3HMR
SPEAKER STANDS
Budget amzn.to/3DD0UJX
Reference bit.ly/3xsoe9M
TURNTABLE
TT2 bit.ly/3tWwdxd
TVs
OLED: bit.ly/3AzeD6y
QLED: bit.ly/44htvlo
BIG: bit.ly/47xtPhI
HOME THEATER
Receivers: bit.ly/3n2lTje ($) bit.ly/3DyHEjb ($$)
Soundbars: amzn.to/39hJ1Xz ($) bit.ly/3OS72nG ($$)
In Ceiling Speakers: bit.ly/3I3gAbg
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I really like the idea of tile based tv technology. Ive not heard of that before. I cant wait till that's affordable.
Designers, please stop forcing people to mount TVs above tall fireplace mantels because they have no other reasonable locations.
Preach! Certainly been at the top of my list of pet peeves for at least the decade or so since my first on line encounter. My son and his wife recently completed a complete tear down & rebuild of their home that included an open concept grand foyer, living/dining kitchen with 9ft ceiling hardwood floors. Focal point of the living portion room pf the space is of course, the fireplace, above which is mounted a very nice 75” Sony on a full extension swivelling Kanto bracket so they can watch while prepping on the 4x8ft centre island. Very pretty space, but the sight lines from the overstuffed L-shaped sectional are sub-optimal, and the acoustics do little to bolster my opinion of the Sonos Arc and Sub’s performance.
r/TVTooHigh -- so many people with neck pain :)
@@KristiWrightnot to mention, heat rises. Heat vs electronics, heat wins all the time.
@@KristiWright Were I conspiratorially minded, I might be inclined to think there was collusion between designers and chiropractors.
As for Andrew’s apparent disdain for Lazy Boy recliner, I’ve had back issues for decades, and find my slim line LB to be quite comfortable for extended viewing sessions. Admittedly the headrest is a bit high for optimal listening angles from rear ceiling mounted surrounds, but my DIY solution is a simple small accent pillow as extra seating cushion. Don’t laugh, it works like a charm, and I’ve long taken Andrew’s exhortation to heart; “ Remember, the only one who ……., is you”🤭
@@bkstarkeyYeah, those pesky laws of physics keep getting in the way.
Happy Sunday, good people! Excellent topic, look forward to more content in this vein. Thank you for validating our moody media room! We’ve had hunter green walls and black windows blinds for a decade. There’s room for open and airy in our pad, but we love being able to get our room very dark on a summer afternoon. ✌️
Great video idea for looking forward to the coming year!
Wife and I came up with a good compromise that utilizes a projector. We remodeled our living room with a big picture window, removed the 65” tv and put in a UTS projector and floor rising screen. Wife loves the living area more now without a tv screen and I love the home theatre option with a much bigger screen when called upon. We do have surround, but got white speakers to blend in a bit better. Our ust projector is 3500 lumens and works surprisingly well in bright light. I do prefer a tv screen, but hope the projector sticks around for applications like ours. We love it.
We've just done the same thing - it's the combination of the multi-use living area and desire for a large screen. A 100 inch TV has better picture, but it's so dominant in the room... No regrets at all!
Buy right and buy once is a mantra I live by now. Learned the hard way a few times. This was an awesome topic for the channel. Enjoyed it. Invested in an outdoor space about six years ago and it’s the best money we have ever spent.
So glad you enjoyed the video Harry! And yes, I am doing what I can to buy right, buy once myself lately.
I’ve called it “buy nice or buy twice” but same thing!
As a designer, I agree with you about the slats being overused... but... they've been around a lot longer than they've been popular just in different forms. I think they'll be used a bit more sparingly and in different ways. I'm working on a renovation for my home and will likely still go integrate them somehow.
I agree that TVs look great today. However, with my home theater v3, I'm still planning on a projector. My ideal setup is wall to wall screen with speakers behind it.
I'd like to commend you and Kristy for the great work you do with not only the first class content but The dedication of your editing is truly exceptional. Thanks
Andrew and Kristi. Thank you for all your videos this year. Best advice you gave us is The only person who has to like your system is You. Happy Holidays.
I feel like this video was personally directed towards me and my recent audio decisions. I just completed my multi-use media living room, with very quality self powered LS60s to eliminate extra electronic clutter, smart Hue lighting synced to my media area, and I also decided to not do wood slats....I do however still love the bright and airy feel of my space!
Regarding projectors. There's also a big difference between emitted light versus reflected light. Reflected light is more natural and emersive imo.
Agreed. Reflected image is just so much more engaging
not to mention i have a 150" screen , if it was a tv i would have nowhere to puy my speakers because i wouldnt be able to put them behind it. i think thats a big one. 150" tv's would heat up a room fairly significantly and tbh would probably be uncomfterable on the eyes from the direct light brightness lol
@@brucebarnes311 I totally agree with this. I currently have a 120" non AT screen, but hope to some day have a 150" AT screen with a 4K laser projector. I prefer watching movies on my 120" screen with projector over our 75" TV. Now We sit closer to the 120" screen than the 75" TV, but I have watched a movie on my 75" TV from about 8' back and it was better, but not the same as the 120" screen from 11' back.
I really enjoyed this video and hope that you do more like it. It is nice to see what else is out there to add to the enjoyment of listening to music and watching TV. It is time to incorporate this hobby to our living environment.
I get buy right, buy once. But, I think I’m happier always having new equipment to try out. The search for the perfect sound is part of the hook. Thanks!
I love the idea of the video tiling system but it will require the addition of audio for true object based surround sound because you certainly don't want to move your in-wall speakers every time you expand your viewing area. And quality always wins over quantity ! Keep up the good work, Kristi and Andrew, and relax when you get a chance!
I guess the real revolution would be the inclusion of scalable acoustic drivers built into the display panels themselves - such as Sony has done with some models of their TVs; at least as an option for those less than obsessed with optimal audio at all times.
@@Sas-wk9lj I think the average home user is probably years from having to worry about how to implement bleeding edge technologies such as this - but then I’ve been wrong before.
One potential advantage of projection systems is that a screen is far more acoustically friendly than the hard surface of a massive TV screen. Obviously, this affects some speakers more than others, but could be a factor in making the choice.
Truth is , no TV that I have ever seen can compare to my dedicated room with 143” screen , 85” tvs are great for my kitchen and my wife , but for real Audio and Video , its a projector and real speakers
Andrew, I’ve been watching you for a long time. Your content is so much better than it already was, and I love the direction that you’re going. I’ve been in the business for 30 years, and I think that your pulse industry is second to none. It’s time we start dealing with real people with real problems with their spaces, as opposed to pushing a dedicated room for everything. Bravo!
Happy Sunday Andrew and Kristi. I simply loved this video especially your coverage of the home space. This is something that most people struggle with. How do I incorporate my AV / stereo system in my living space. The one thing I have always appreciated is how you have setup your living space not only in this home, but the previous one as well. I will be looking out for some of those changes in your styling choices and definitely ask Where the hell did you get it? Cheers
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Loved this new type of video. Great thoughts and ideas as well. I'm now on the 'less is more' bandwagon when it comes to my AV stuff and finding that things like eArc hooked up to some good powered speakers might just be 'enough' for me instead of having cables and wires all over the place and every single outlet in the room occupied, lol. Still not getting rid of my receiver/speaker setup, but coming around to the idea for sure! Thanks to both of you for all the great content, keep up the great work!
The only issue I have with TVs over projectors is that even when the TV is off it's still there. The picture quality of my LG UST projector is obviously not as good as my Sony OLED, but it's still very very good. I'll probably be moved to switch back to an emissive panel when the LED tiles get cheaper. Anyway, great report Andrew & Kristie!
TV's are heavy ungainly and just too expensive and if you have to move good luck. I only go 65" max, so one person can mount or unmount. I love that the movie room is windowless and quiet, great for napping, and a 125" screen can't be beat. I initially was going to do a 95" inch in our new home, but just moving the thing made me walk away.
Pretty darn cool video! Amazing tech coming down the pike. Loved the thought of the tiled TV. Whole wall of… life sized sports. Talk about being there!
Great video. Love to see what's coming up. Have a basement spot that will be our casual den, TV room. Sniff sniff... bye slats... I will miss yoy. But see ya! Next! Keep up the great work you two. Love it.
Andrew, Kristi, have you ever imagined running another UA-cam channel? This time, focused on interior design. Given the success of your hi-fi channel with Andrew as the star, how about switching things up? Kristi, you could take the lead as the main host for a new UA-cam channel focused on interior design. Expanding into interior design appeals to a broader audience. Kristi, your expertise in interior design will captivate viewers, and switching roles adds variety. Considering the detailed nature of interior design, bi-monthly episodes for "Kristi's Interior Design Special" could work. You can cover room makeovers, DIY projects, expert guests, Q&A sessions, and behind-the-scenes content. What do you think? Is it a silly idea?
I appreciate the vote of confidence. It is something we are contemplating, however, the interest is a shared one and I'm not sure she wants to be the face there either. We'll see.
@@andrewrobinsonreviews We love Kristi and we are a very sympathetic audience. What can go wrong? ;-)
I definitely agree about the tacky factor relating to "marshmallow" home theater seating. A stylish, reclining sofa from West Elm is certainly comfortable and elegant, but it isn't practical for me and wouldn't be practical for a lot of families. My wife loves to munch on buttered popcorn while we watch movies. It's inevitable some of that popcorn is going to end up on the couch and, if it's an expensive West Elm couch, the upholstery would soon be trashed. This is a much bigger issue with families with young children. That's why durable leather or vinyl seating is essential for many home theaters or media rooms just as it is at a movie theater.
Those sofas can be ordered in leather for what it’s worth.
I live in south Texas 4 hours south of Austin, and I have to agree (when the temp is right) I prefer outdoor entertainment. Loved this video! I’ve been slowly catching on to most of these trends. Glad there is more timeless ideals.
I’ve been watching more and more of your videos starting about a year ago and I have to say I’ve come to love you both, I am now at the point where I actually look forward to watching your videos each week. Please don’t ever stop.
That's so kind of you. We're so glad you are here!
Building my dream house and can’t wait for the wires thru the walls to add my listening rooms comforts .
I bought a stressless recliner 30 years ago, and it is still the most comfortable seating in the house.
WOW! That's value. Appreciate you watching!
my house is full of stressless stuff. I love it!
Awesome video!!! That’s why I’m saving for that Yamaha 2000 system. Thank you guys!!!
And I don't believe you will regret that decision! Thanks for watching!
I think the nice thing about projectors is that you can have transparent screens. Then all the speakers can be hidden behind it. Other than that TV's are nice because you don't have to have a dark room.
Loved this video. Your guy’s content is really at its best when you combine both your design expertise/knowledge with your home audio and video knowledge.
Can’t wait to see what you do with your living room after the wood slats come out.
One thing to add regarding the projectors vs large TVs discussion: a projector plus motorized screen gives the option to have a huge screen without it dominating the room when it is not in use. I'm running a projector with a 110inch motorized screen. A large TV would be too much in our living room from an aesthetics/space point of view. The projector+screen blends in until it's needed. If one's livestyle does not focus around several hours of TV time each day but rather selective movie sessions, a motorized screen plus maybe a smaller TV for 'non critical' viewing is a good option.
Regarding image quality it can be matter of preference. I like the technical advantages of an OLED TV but also enjoy the cinema like look of a projector (in a light controlled room).
Great video! Love when y'all zoom out and look at the big picture.
Thanks!
Great chance of pace, loved the reviews
Really great video, gave me some great insight on how to approach my setup for the future.
Cool video guys. Projector might be dying indeed but that's a slow death... Can't think of a truly affordable 150-inch TV before quite some time! So my next screen will still be a projector!
You still can’t put in wall speakers behind a TV. That’s still an area where projection leads. If you want an entire wall image (has anyone ever wanted a smaller screen?) or just don’t want speakers sitting in the room, transparent screens are still relevant. With that said I love where TV and wall screen tech is going. It’s incredible tech. Fun video. You also broke my heart with the wood slat wall comment, but I can’t deny it’s everywhere now.
the new sony reciever and tv, can linkup the tv's speaker and your center channel to mimic sound coming from the screen. it pretty innovative and works supprisingly well
Good video. I like the tile concept. I am about 2 years away from finishing my new HT room. I am now considering to not completely closing it in as a dedicated room and it more of a segment of a great room and using more furniture concepts verses HT seating.
Excellent comment on the outgoing projectors. I thought i was a projection fan for life....but as prices dip and mounting options increase, im convinced that i may have purchased my last projector. However, since my theater and music area is a shared space, i will worry about the audio refection a tv causes (its why i went pure projection in that room....sigh 😂😂😂😂).
That reflection fear isn't AS GREAT as some think. It's a bit of a hifi boogieman in my experience.
@@andrewrobinsonreviews Thank you kind sir!
As always we send our best. Many thanks.
Great video! Food for thought! I was about to out wood slats in, that ends that so! 😃
The idea of a TV wall sounds super cool, so I can get the sensation of having a house on a mountain top when I am actually in the city.
This is such a great episode!
I like how you mentioned lighting!
RE: buy quality once - I just bought into this philosophy. Got myself some Dynaudio speakers and an NAD amp. Can’t wait!! 😁
Fantastic video! In particular the dramatic home theater room design 🔥
Glad you liked it!
only caveat for separate/additional gear to supplement and complete singular tasks is with home theater & AvRs penchant for stating '11.2' etc... but then finding out you need a separate amp for 2, or even 4 of the channels. I picked up an RZ50 and then grabbed a simple Fosi 2 channel as the 50 is unable to drive all 11.2 unless you swap the Surround Backs to Rear Height assignment and then pre-out the Surround Backs to the additional amp.
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I'm all for it though, as it forced me to finally tear everything down and rewire to eliminate the clutter and improve cable length. 1 thing NOBODY talks about is how aggravating it is to try and order cables for a specific layout and being forced to over-order length because you need 16' and the one you've got your heart set on is only available in 3', 6', 10', 25' and 50' 😡🤬
I like this format, and would love to see more, please.
Bought a 98" TV and JMGO projector at the same time. Was going to return one. Ended up keeping both. TVs lack that theater experience, while the projector give you that. For sports, I love the quad games on the 98" though.
Hi there guys. Loved the video. You should do more of these less review based videos. This one was really nice and enjoyed watching it more than some of the reviews you do. Although your reviews are good also and helped me with purchasing decisions many times. I agree with some of the trends that you mention, but i do think that timeless trends where you can mix and match what you like and still keep it unique to your personality is key. Some of the trends mentioned i already have done in 2023, dark moody colour palettes and zone lightning. I also have used slat walls as dual purpose acoustic treatment solutions in combination with other acoustic materials for sound improvement and also home insulation for heat retention, as well as astetics. Also, im keeping my projection system mainly because i love the reflective image rather than beams of light coming straight to my eyes from the LCD panel. Projected images allow for less fatiguing experience. LCD screens are akin to using nearfield monitor speakers for daily listening, as they would fatigue yours ears too much. So yep, listen, i hear you. Most people want simplicity in their lives and huge TV is just less hassle than setting up a projecter. I get that. And as space in home becomes a priority then i see how that would influence decisions. But for me, and me alone, i am sticking to a projector. I love the look of a soft reflected image. I would certainly love the in wall speakers you mentioned as that would be great, the cost of hacking walls etc maybe not my idea of fun at the moment, so will stick to typical speakers for now. Please keep up the lovely work you both do. Its a great UA-cam channel, and always enjoy the content. Cheers 🎉
Andrew, enjoyed the video and your thoughts on 2024 and changes we will or might trend toward, thanks.
I know one trend in audio that will continue to flourish. Your channel and other ones i tune into are consistently worth my time. I bet your stock continues to rise
Wow, thank you!
Great content. Indeed, buy once, buy right. 30 years in between stereo upgrades ! Not bad...
Sad to hear that slatwalls are out, & you're planning on removing yours. I was just about to copy your sound-absorbing project! I'll be interested to see what else you come up with.
You can still do it if you think it's the right solution for you.
In the two years we've now had ours, it's become a look that I see everywhere, including from manufacturers of gear we review, which is not a coincidence. There have been a few instances in the last year where viewers have thought we were involved with a manufacturer's ad campaign because the brand copied our room.
I like these! Concept videos are cool!
They're a lot of fun for me and Kristi, so I'm glad you enjoyed it!
You guys should review speakers from coastal if there is going to be a focus on outside living, especially their bollard speakers. Its like having a full range speaker system outside in the elements.
Love the intro music and graphics that you all use. Very tasteful and professional.
Thanks so much!
I really enjoyed this!!! The last bit about tv design especially
Pls do more of these too thoroughly enjoyed
Love those types of videos.
So glad!
Ive had an electric powered reclining sofa for a couple years now that I got from Macys. I really like it.
Great video idea!
Thanks, very helpful
I’d love to see a return to the traditional “console” unit, albeit a more modern and space-saving approach.
Interesting. A few companies are starting to make bespoke ones but they tend to be pricey, but maybe worth it?
ME too! I'm totally digging the return of the 70s. Give me all the brutalist furniture!
@@andrewrobinsonreviews I love the mid-century consoles, but quite imposing. I’ve thought about gutting one and replacing with modern tech.
I’ve seen a few of the type you mentioned. Promising stuff.
@@KristiWright totally!
And there you go again… keeping it 💯. You never let us down Kristi. 😊
Great forecast for 2024. Quality over quantity is the path forward. Agree that projectors unless in a dedicated theatre room are likely to be a relic of the past. I will be keeping mine for a while yet.
Loved it
Really? I’m getting ready to ditch my TV for a projector. Acoustically transparent material with a center channel at ear level and the ability to have an actual 2.35:1 screen are things that TVs will never be able to do.
I love my Onkyo RZ 50, it streams hi res, 2 channel is awesome, and HT is phenomenal.
American Furniture Warehouse/AFW has a modular sofa/sectional called Adapt. Every seat is a chaise. It is different and unique. I highly recommend it for that home theatre/living room setup.
I've had an Adapt sectional for several months now and I'm really enjoying it.
As you mention about quality over quantity, I’m legitimately in that faze right now, instead of upgrade some gear to have right now I’m going to go with out, save up and get a pair of the sexy LS60’s. My partner doesn’t really have an interest in high end Hi-Fi but even she commented on the Kef style.
Not sure if you knew, but the KEFs are currently on sale ($2000 off) bit.ly/38uKhGE
They are sexy!
I would like the custom TV size with tiles. My main TV area, the 85" TV cannot be perfectly centered in the space because of where the studs are. A tileable TV would be great because then I probably could get it more centered than where it is now.
Hey love the idea of making your place automated with lights and blinds .Most my home is done now to ,But it might be a good idea to let people know that a lot of these devices run in the cloud and if they go broke you have a device that is useless ,I run home assistant and Zegbee which is all local.Denon and a few others run local to .
Love this video!
Thanks!
Big affordable TVs are a long time away, but they are definitely coming. As far as separates go in HT, they are not going anywhere. From someone who has been doing HT for 30 years and used receivers for 25 of them, there is no way separating the amplification from the processing on its own PSU will be replaced anytime soon. I was that guy who said it was crazy to spend that much money on separates when my Marantz receivers sounded so good until I went to Marantz separates. Huge difference.
Projectors havent been cool for a while. However being able to quickly roll up the screen and just have a music room will be a part of my setup forever
I think Home Automation is finally getting interesting. I can see Spotify integrations and even things like video fireplaces being a thing.
The opposite is occurring simultaneously. From DIY Heat Pumps, PEX flexible plumbing, low voltage wiring and wireless products, custom home builders are choosing simpler systems whether they be modular or require no skilled labor.
Reggae, Funk & Brass 🔈🔉🔊
Home automation excels in the hands of the DIYer. By using sensors in creative ways, you can make very useful smart home things happen. For example, a water sensor on my Christmas tree alerts me via text and Alexa when the water is getting low. I didn't buy any "Christmas tree smart stand" - just some double sided tape and a few zip ties on an existing stand. Works flawlessly.
You have put the Dalton Motion 120-inch Black Leather couch on my radar in a big way. This just might be the couch for me. Was it too soft? I do like support with comfort on top over just sheer sink in comfort alone.
Agree on the wooden slats. I saw an ad on Instagram from a company that sells those stick-on wooden slats and I thought to myself, yup these are now played out.
The buy once, buy right also is also a great advice. My Dad still uses his Carver gear he bought 30 years ago. I had recently bought a older McIntosh MC202 power amp to go with the McIntosh C15 preamp we’ve had for the last 20 years and I intend to keep these pieces for the long haul as long as they work and are serviceable.
Thanks for the video. I HOPE that high-quality UST projectors will become much more affordable in 2024, I love the concept but they're too expensive and often important features are missing, it still feels kind of niche. While TVs offer more performance at a given price, I just don't want this big black surface to dominate my living room and am therefore waiting for an UST that checks all my boxes
Thanks! I found your channel looking over reviews for a Sony AN 10000. I was wondering if you would give me some quick tips. I’m not solid on the receiver but it may do the trick. I’m doing Klipsche speakers 3 in the front, 2 rear surrounds and 2 ceilings with 2 more 15 inch subs. I think I’m on the right track. What do you 2 think? I can’t wait! I’m wiring through the wall into my first DIY attempt at a professional looking utility closet. So much fun.
Sounds like a fun project. If you need dual sub outs and want those sub outs to be independent the Sony AN1000 (or any Sony AVR) will not be the AVR for you. You will need to look at Marantz or Denon for dual, independent sub outs.
Nice video Andrew! Do you plan on doing a video on the new Zidoo UHD5000? I would love to know how the player sounds!
No plans at present.
I am currently looking to simplify my hifi gear. Good call.
Glad the video resonated with you! Thanks for watching!
Love the fact that you get into home design, too! Maybe you could do a collab with Nick Lewis or some other design youtuber!
I would welcome that opportunity!
I just set up my L100 classics, L52 rears, ML C10 center, marantz 70s w/ marantz 7055 amp. Any suggestions to get the most out of this setup? Any settings i should change or try? How do i make a donation to channel?
3 days into owning the TCL 98 and wow does it make everything interesting to watch...
Hey Andrew, is there any wireless amplifiers for surround speakers able to connect to a receiver via Bluetooth or transmitter? I have the Sony bdv-n8100w which uses a wireless amplifier that powers the surrounds and connects wirelessly to the receiver. I was wondering if there ar any modern similar options available now? Thanks so much!
You should do a video on the tile tech and what the future brings. Would be a nice short video.
Love you guys. You hinted at a trend that I find myself needing, but I am afraid to try. Ceiling Speakers as the LCF. Yes you have talked about ceiling for ATMOS and I have used ceiling for rear with good results, but I am scared to death to plan our new build with ceiling mains and then being disappointed. No one really does reviews of this because of how difficult it is to swap out different designs in the ceiling. Putting boxed speakers in the front can be done, but will take away from the rest of the design and comfort of the room we are planning. Some reviewers say simply don't do it. What are your thoughts? Are there any directional ceiling mounted speakers you have experienced worthy of using for the mains and center? Thank you!
Great video, I like a lot of what you're saying, but I'm out and never will be in on the non-stereo internet speaker things.
I also prefer separates, but I'm settled and not upgrading for a decade, at least.
Bigger TVs nullify a lot of value of a TV in terms of set up pain. Ultimately, i dont want to compromise on size, 180" or die.
2024 is when we will see the first dolby atmos in floor speakers.
My 2 cents...If you like wood slats, keep them! I like them when done right and I can't wait till I finish my living room.
Moved from a long narrow multi-use room with a 110” screen to a smaller, square dedicated theater room and seriously considering a giant OLED…but it’s not an easy choice! I love the big screen immersion, but with the size and limited depth of the new room I don’t know how realistic it is.
Tasteful video, thanks.
multi use media rooms are great! i think projection will still be in for a little while.. the cheapest 98 inch tv is like 6000 CAD... you can still get that in a projector like a laser TV UST for half the price including the screen.
Having saved up and bought the integrated I wanted a couple of times. I am going to swim up stream from the trend. I want it seperate and spring for good amps possibly monoblocks that will not go out of with an analog preamp for the stereo and a surround processor for the trusted 5.1. Dual purpose systems come with a compromise and I'd rather make the compromise with space.
I do like the tile TV but not for tiling an entire wall. It seems like it would bring a bit modular capability to repair, which goes along with the seperates.
This was different, but I loved it!
I'm glad. Thank you for taking a break from the usual with us!
Manufactures should let everyone know up front how long they will support their products with updates
As Don Fontaine would thunder; “ In a world where ….” 🤭
Joanna Gaines is not gonna be happy about shiplap finally being out of date
Even Joanna is embracing moodier vibes these days. :)
When there are affordable 150inch TV's/Tile Systems I will make the switch, but until then I'm staying with my 4K Sony Projector in the cinema room - Keep up the great work 😇
Let's be honest, most people don't have the space/wall for 85" or larger TVs. Rooms have widows, doors, closets, fireplaces/mantles, not to mention they weigh a ton and most DYI'ers won't be able to wall mount them. Also, sitting 15 to 18 feet away, as most people do, anything bigger then 75/77" is like sitting in the front row at the theater.