It can be frustrating when you are listening to a new number by one of your favorite bands and suddenly you get audio gaps and distortion, or when you are on a phone call and the caller complains that they can’t hear you clearly or you hear them only intermittently. There are several reasons why…
Author: Charl Jooste
Writing full time from home, Charl enjoys modern technology and advanced gadgets but still has a soft spot for quality reliable appliances. He is passionate about durability and quality going to great lengths to find the very best ideas and leading products to share with readers.
How to Reset a Vizio Sound Bar
Visio Sound Bars provides excellent audio but there are times they do not perform perfectly. There are several reasons why you would have to restart your Vizio sound bar. The most common are: 1. Connectivity issues can arise when using wireless connections such as Bluetooth or WiFi. 2. Flashing lights on the sound bar indicate…
The Different Headphone Jack Sizes
There are four common headphone jack sizes; 2.5mm, 3.5mm, 4.4mm, and 6.35mm. There are different types, that combined with the different sizes are used for different audio applications. The outside diameter of the sleeve conductor is measured to determine the headphone jack size. Before starting to discuss the different headphone jack sizes it is necessary…
The 10 Best Party Speakers of 2024
While good company and great food are essential for a top party, what really makes the party rock is excellent music. For this, you need the right speakers. We look at the 10 best party speakers to make your function the party of the year. While all of the models we reviewed are the very…
The 10 Most Comfortable Earbuds of 2024
Just a few short years ago, the idea of wireless earbuds was a crazy notion. We had to struggle with wires that always get in the way and get knotted up. Wireless technology has developed rapidly and there are now many great options available if you are in the market for good wireless earbuds. That…
The 10 Best Bookshelf Speakers 2024
There is a time and place for massive speakers or tower speakers. For most home users, bookshelf speakers make a lot of sense. They are compact, elegant, and deliver great sound. With advancements in technology, the performance of the best compact bookshelf speakers is as good as and often better than their larger rivals. They…
How to Connect Powered Speakers to a Mixer
Powered speakers, also known as active speakers, offer many advantages. These speakers have an integrated amplifier. Many people wonder how to connect powered speakers to a mixer. We take a look at powered speakers and answer the question of how to connect them to your mixer. The advantages of powered speakers What makes powered speakers…
The 10 Best Vinyl Speakers of 2024
So you got yourself some fancy improved turntable set up to enjoy the pleasure of vinyl. Sorry to say but your turntable will probably be nothing but a pretty ornament, not functioning to its true potential. The built-in speaker’s average output of around 4 watts will not get the party started. Why settle for built-in…
How To Keep Earbuds From Falling Out
Earbuds are the new best thing since sliced bread provided you know how to use them correctly. Many get frustrated with their earbuds and they end up sitting in a draw and never used. Once you understand how to find the best ones for your needs and how to wear them correctly you will appreciate…
What is Sibilance in Audio? (Answered)
This is a term many might not know but yet have often experienced the irritation of sibilance. When listening to any audio, music, the spoken word, or a movie soundtrack, have you ever noticed an exaggerated S sound? It is sometimes also noticeable on the T and Z sounds. This distortion or over-emphasis is called…