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What Speakers Should I Use in a Home Theater Installation?

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Find the Right Speaker Setup for Your Private Cinema

People often ask us what speakers to use in their home theater. To choose a model, we recommend you listen for yourself! There are plenty of high-end speaker brands you can trust to deliver superior sound, like Bowers & Wilkins, Paradigm, Triad, and Leon. Some audiophiles prefer one manufacturer over another; it’s ultimately up to your taste. If you’re in the Urbandale, IA area, you can hear high-fidelity sound in our Des Moines showroom.

But beyond choosing a brand, you need to know what types of speakers to install in a home theater and where to place them. How many speakers do you need in a home theater installation? Where do they go? And what is Dolby Atmos? We’ll explain it all below.

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Rather Than DIY Your AV This Christmas, Partner with a Professional

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Treat Yourself or Loved Ones to the Best in Audio & Video

It’s getting colder in Iowa City, IA, and the holidays will be here before we know it. If you’re looking to upgrade your home theater or treat a loved one to a home entertainment gift, you may be tempted to DIY or find them something simple from Amazon. But for an overall improved AV experience, let’s do it together!

Professional home theater and audio solutions will always make a difference when compared to attempting yourself with cheap plug-and-play gadgets. You’ll enjoy higher quality audio and video and smarter control, all and aesthetically blended into your home. Get inspired for the holidays below.

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Here's the Key to the Perfect Home Theater Installation

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What You Need to Achieve the Home Cinema of Your Dreams

On this blog, we previously have shared many of the must-have technologies for your home theater system.

We have featured Dolby Atmos; theater automation; lighting control and much more.

Here’s one thing we haven’t yet discussed, though: How can you achieve all of this, right in the comfort of your own home?

If you want the perfect home theater installation for your home in Des Moines or elsewhere in Iowa, there’s one essential factor to consider.

Want to find out more? Just keep reading.

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Save Space With a Sony Ultra-Short Throw 4K HDR Projector

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Sony Offers 4K Quality for the Smaller Home Theater

Just about every homeowner would love to enjoy the look and feel of a 4K projector in their home theater. There’s just one problem: there are plenty of properties that lack the space to support a full-fledged system. That’s where the Sony 4K Short Throw Projector comes in. It’s the perfect fit for any living room or unused space that you want to transform into the theater of your dreams. 

Whether you want to upgrade an attic, basement, or the room above the garage, the VPL-VZ1000ES Sony 4K Ultra-Short Throw 4K HDR Home Theater Projector is a great addition to any space. Here, we’ll take a detailed look at the benefits and specs of the device.

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Automating Your Home Theater Installation: What Are the Benefits?

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Get More Out of Your Private Cinema With Integrated Technology

When you think of a home theater installation, you probably imagine a big, beautiful screen and immersive audio surround sound. And those are definitely two of the most important parts. But there are other considerations to make when you’re thinking of investing in a private cinema; additional technology that will turn a simple movie-watching setup into the perfect place to enjoy your favorite films. In this blog, we’ll focus on some of the other aspects of home theaters, and how you can benefit from automating them. Read on for more.

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Where to Place Your Home Theater Installation

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Limited Space? No Problem! We Have the Solutions

One issue some homeowners face when planning a home theater installation in their Rock Island, IL property is space. Some homes offer an extra room for the installation, while others only feature a nook. But just because you have limited space doesn’t mean you can’t enjoy the full benefits of an integrated home theater. In this blog, we’ll show you all of the different places you can install a home theater, and what you’ll need to enjoy it. Read on to learn more!

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Get the Best Sound in Your Home Theater Installation

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Cedar Rapids, IA Residents Deserve the Best Audio Quality

There are two key components to any successful home theater installation: the way the pictures look and the way the audio sounds. Many homeowners spend a lot of time fussing over how they can get a perfect picture, which is obviously important. What fewer realize, though, is just how important sound quality is in your private cinema. In this blog, we’ll break down the things you should be paying attention to if you want a great sounding home theater. Learn more after the jump.

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Picture Perfect: Ensuring the Best Images for Your Home Theater Installation

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Des Moines Homeowners, Make 4K UHD Your New Year’s Resolution

There are few things in life more exciting than watching a movie in your very own home theater. Whether you’re a film buff who wants to catch every detail, a sports fan that wants to experience the most realistic game or a video gamer looking to completely immerse yourself, a private cinema is right for you. And along with custom seating and a killer sound system, you want the crispest, clearest picture possible. In this blog, we’ll break down why you should invest in 4K UHD and HDR displays as part of your home theater installation. Read on for more.

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