Jodie Chiffey, Author at AllSoundLab

Best Ceiling Speakers for Atmos: Which is Right for You?

If you’re looking for new speakers or want to add some depth to your existing system, this guide will help you find out the best ceiling speakers for Atmos in the market today.

Atmos is a premium and advanced audio technology that adds quality to your speakers and home theater systems. Atmos also amplifies the material-based and object-based sounds which are important aspects of a film’s score. This adds more value to the scene and reflects the reality of the sequences.

In this guide, we will cover what exactly is the Dolby Atmos technology and what to look for in good ceiling speakers. We will then give you an overview of the features, pros, and cons of the 5 best ceiling speakers for Atmos to help you decide which one is best for your needs.

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Bowers and Wilkins P7 Review: Are They Worth Buying?

Headphones / By Jodie Chiffey

When it comes to sound quality and experience, Bowers & Wilkins is one of the most popular names in the industry. Since 1966, they have introduced great quality products and built a loyal fanbase that swears by them.

The Bowers & Wilkins P7 is a mid-range headphone with a classic look and sound quality to match it. As a fan of their products, I was quite excited to try out the P7 and overall it delivered on the performance end.

In this Bowers & Wilkins P7 review, we’ll have a look at the features, performance, and available alternatives to help you decide if it’s the right headphone for you.

Want to take the guesswork out of buying headphones? Read our guide of the top 9 headphones you can buy in 2021!

Key Specifications of the Bowers & Wilkins P7

Best Center Channel Speakers for Dialogue: Top 7 Models

Speakers / By Jodie Chiffey

Finding the best center channel speakers for dialogue can make watching movies and TV shows a lot more enjoyable.

They play an important role in the overall setup of your home theater and having poor channel speakers – or none at all – will make it difficult to make out dialogue on your TV.

As you’re in the market for center channel speakers, we have all the information you need.

We’ll look at things to consider before you make a purchase, the 7 best center channel speakers on the market and we’ll answer some frequently asked questions too.

First, let’s look at how center channel speakers work.

What are center channel speakers?

A center channel speaker is one of the most vital parts of your audio setup. In fact, it does the majority of the work so you get crystal clear sound.

When you are watching a movie or putting on a TV show on Netflix, most of the dialogue and sound is to the center of t

Crutchfield Review for Online Ordering: All You Need to Know

Speakers / By Jodie Chiffey

Crutchfield is an online e-commerce platform offering a wide range of audio, video, and other electronic products for automobiles and homes.

How good is Crutchfield for online ordering? In this article, we’ll take a look at the company’s history, what it represents, its product range, and more to help you decide if it’s the best place for you to shop.

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Company Background

Crutchfield was founded in 1974 by William Crutchfield Jr in his family garage when he was trying to fix his car’s stereos and speakers. Crutchfield now has more than 6 million buyers. Crutchfield.com was born in 1995 as the very first online authorized retailer for consumer electronics.

In 2006, the “outfit my car” tool was developed which made it easier for buyers to find t

Anthem MRX 720 Review: Is It Worth Buying in 2021

Home Theater / By Jodie Chiffey

In today’s feature, we’re going to look at and review the Anthem MRX 720. The MRX 720 has been around for a few years now but due to its long lifecycle and recent software updates, it is still regarded as one of the best A/V receivers (AVRs) out there.

But how does it really stack up? This Anthem MRX 720 review will give you a good overall understanding of what an A/V receiver is, why you might need one, what the pros and cons are of the MRX 720, and whether there are any alternatives available that may be worth considering.

Once we’ve looked at that, we’ll finish with some thoughts of our own to hopefully help you make your own mind up about whether the MRX 720 is right for you.

Before we get too deep into this particular model let’s take a look at the product overview.

Key Specifications of the Anthem MRX 720

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How to Find the Best Tower Speakers

Speakers / By Jodie Chiffey

With our guide on how to find the best tower speakers, you can seriously add some impressive sound to your home.

We’re going to have a look at things you should look out for when buying tower speakers and we’ll also show you some of the best speakers on the market.

First, let’s have a look into what tower speakers actually are and why they might be the right type of speakers for your home.

What are tower speakers?

Tower speakers – also known as floor-standing speakers – are big enough to sit on the floor on their own. They are different to bookshelf speakers for example which need to be placed on a shelf or a desk.

As they are generally larger, they produce a much better sound. This includes a deeper bass, a higher level of volume and they are ideal for bigger rooms. That isn’t to say that tower speakers aren’t suited to smaller spaces either but they are

SVS SB12 NSD Review: Is It Worth Buying?

Speakers / By Jodie Chiffey

If you’re interested in having a home theater or already have one, you know the subwoofers are essential to your setup. There are plenty of subwoofers already on the market, so it can be tough to decide which one to get. For example, some subwoofers are big enough to fill a small room, while others have so many features they cost a small fortune.

SVS, or SV Sound, has one of the best subwoofers available with its SB12-NSD offering. There’s plenty to like about this subwoofer, and it’s a great addition to any home theater system. What makes it so great? Let’s dig into what the SB12-NSD has to offer.

SVS SB12-NSD Design

SV Sound’s SB12-NSD is a subwoofer that offers a 12” driver that fires forward on the device’s front panel. Control and power for the unit come from Sledge technology, which SVS

Best Powered Speakers for DJ – 2021 Picks

Speakers / By Jodie Chiffey

If you’re a DJ or you’re looking at getting into DJing for the first time then you’ll no doubt be wondering what the best speakers for you are. In this feature, we’re going to be answering one of the most common DJ tech-related questions – which are the best powered speakers for DJs?

We’ll cover the ins and outs of what makes a good monitor for DJing, what is available at different price points, which ones we think you should be considering, as well as some of the most frequently asked questions about speakers and DJing.

No matter what your experience level or what your skills behind the decks are like, there is a set of speakers that will be perfect for you and your budget. Let’s dive in now and start by taking a close look at five of our favorite models.

Five of the Best Powered Speakers for DJs

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Mackie FreePlay Review: Is This Series Worth Buying?

Speakers / By Jodie Chiffey

If you’re looking for speakers or audio systems that combine rich bass, quality sound, and all-round performance, then Mackie FreePlay Series may just be what you need.

The Mackie FreePlay Series has a lot to offer and is a strong entry in the wireless Bluetooth speaker segment. Meticulously designed by engineers, the Mackie FreePlay Series has some of the best audio in the price range.

In this Mackie FreePlay review, we will take a look at the Mackie FreePlay LIVE, FreePlay Home, and FreePlay Go speakers, comparing the features, performances, and other important factors.

Need a good speaker for your room but have limited space? Check out our list of the Best Speakers for Small Rooms in 2021.

Key Specifications of the Mackie FreePlay Series

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Logic Pro vs Pro Tools: Which DAW is Better?

Music Production Software / By Jodie Chiffey

Transitioning from entry-level DAWs towards software products that offer a more comprehensive set of audio recording and editing features is a natural step in the process of becoming a professional sound engineer. You’ll inevitably face the choice between Logic Pro vs Pro Tools during that process.

Both of these DAWs have been at the forefront of the digital audio recording revolution since its beginning in the late 1980s and early 1990s and years later they are still among the best tools a musician or an audio engineer can use to record music.

This Logic Pro vs Pro Tools comparison will take you through the most important features these DAWs offers and help you determine which software best fits your needs.

The Main Differences Between Logic Pro vs Pro Tools

Logic Pro is compatible with the macOS, whereas the Pro Tools can be used on Mac and PCs.<