One thing you’ll notice about audiophiles’ audio setup is that some may use subwoofers while others don’t. For a newbie wanting to be an audiophile, this may be quite confusing whether or not they should get a subwoofer as part of their audio setup. So, certainly, we need to talk about it. But first, let’s answer the question: do audiophiles use subwoofers? Most audiophiles do not use subwoofers at … Read more
We have all come across stage monitors before, whether we are professional musicians, sound guys, or just an average person who attends concerts and outdoor events. Stage monitors are the speakers usually found on the stage facing the band. But what exactly do they do, and are they even necessary? Stage monitors are a necessary component of live audio setups. Stage monitors enable performers to clearly hear themselves and … Read more
After we wrote an article on using PA speakers as studio monitors, many of our readers are curious to know whether it’s possible to use studio monitors as PA speakers. So in this article, you’ll learn everything there is to know about using studio monitors as PA speakers, whether it’s a good idea or not, and then I’ll share my personal thoughts on this subject. But first, let’s quickly answer … Read more
5-way speakers have been around for a while, but they are still not as popular as 2-way and 3-way speakers. And if you’re looking to upgrade your audio system, 5-way speakers are, without a doubt, something you should definitely consider getting. But what exactly are 5-way speakers, and how are they different from other speakers? A 5-way speaker is a speaker that has five different drivers built into them. … Read more
Setting up three speakers in an audio setup is something that is not as common. For many years, a two-speaker setup has been the standard. But what if you have an extra speaker available? Can you connect all three speakers together in an audio setup? You can connect three speakers to act as a single speaker unit. This can be achieved by wiring the speakers in a parallel, series, … Read more
Flat-sounding headphones (or flat headphones) have been around for many years. However, not many casual music listeners and audio enthusiasts knew about them until recently. But how good are flat headphones? Do they sound good? Flat headphones are good for audio/mixing engineers and audiophiles. That’s because it provides an accurate sound representation of the audio played through it with little to no change to the frequencies. This means the … Read more
If you’ve ever thought of placing your subwoofers on a shelf, well, you’re not alone. This is something that usually pops up from people who just acquired a home theater system. Whatever your reason, can you place subwoofers on a shelf? Is it safe? Will the subwoofer sound great on a shelf? After some research and consultations, here are the answers to all your questions on subwoofers and shelf … Read more
The AirPods Pro is, without a doubt, one of the best-selling earbuds available today. Many people love it for its sound quality, clarity, and noise-canceling feature. But is the AirPods audiophile quality, and does it deliver high-fidelity audio? The AirPods Pro is not audiophile quality. Although the sound produced by the AirPods sounds great, it does not output the high-fidelity sound required by audiophiles. This is because the AirPod … Read more
Bose is one of the biggest names in the audio industry. Their products are used by many across the globe. You may be looking at even purchasing a product from Bose but might be having doubts due to the dislike of audiophiles for the brand. So why do audiophiles hate Bose? After spending enough time going through various forums and speaking to some audiophiles, this is what I have … Read more
Speaker baffles have a variety of functions that go beyond their outward appearances. There are a lot of speculations on the practicality of them. But do they perform as expected, and are they worth it? In this article, we seek to explore reasons why they are worth it and even more. But first, let’s answer the question that probably brought you here. Do speaker baffles work? Speaker baffles do … Read more