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Why I Need More than One Audio System
Mark Fleischmann  |  Dec 04, 2015
Anyone who follows my work will see references to multiple audio systems, including my reference system and my desktop system. But I actually use a good half-dozen audio systems—in a one-bedroom apartment. Why? I'm tempted to say because I can. But it would be closer to the truth to say I must.

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Smart Gifts for Smart Homes and Secure Apartments
Darryl Wilkinson  |  Dec 04, 2015
Still looking for the perfect gift for the smart home "enthusiast" (aka, geek)? Here are some smart ideas for smart gifts for smart homes and apartments—even caves and straw huts...as long as there's internet access, that is.
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Audio Video News
Monitor Audio Upgrades Flagship Speaker Series
SV Staff  |  Dec 04, 2015
Monitor Audio is not shy when it comes to boasting about its new flagship series of speakers, hence the opening line of its press release: “The Platinum II range has produced the most musical, accurate, and beautiful loudspeakers Monitor Audio has ever made.”
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Audio Video News
S&V Poll: 4K TVs Top Black Friday Purchases
SV Staff  |  Dec 04, 2015
Earlier in the week we asked what your top AV purchase was if you ventured out to shop on Black Friday...
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Audio Video News
Sony to Stop Making Betamax Tapes (Seriously)
SV Staff  |  Dec 03, 2015
Yes, we know…you (and everyone else) thought Sony stopped making Betamax tapes decades ago but it turns out they’re still in production—that is until Sony puts the final nail in the Betamax coffin in March 2016.

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2015 Holiday Gift Guide
Bob Ankosko  |  Dec 03, 2015
I know you don’t want to be the guy or gal who gives questionable—OK, useless— presents. Apart from the awkward head-nodding and forced smiles, the act of giving a bogus gift reflects badly on you, as in: I ran in Target a quarter to five on Christmas Eve and grabbed the first [tie/sweater/gloves/underwear] I saw. Don’t go there! We’ve already screened a dozen gifts for you at prices starting as low as 30 bucks. All you have to do is find a match for that special person(s) on your list. How hard can that be?
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Second Generation Chromecast and Chromecast Audio Review
Barb Gonzalez  |  Dec 03, 2015
The newest Chromecast model has hardware and software improvements. Do you need to upgrade to the second-generation Chromecast or to the Chromecast Audio?
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Audio Video News
Free Preview of New Comedy Channel Starts Today
SV Staff  |  Dec 03, 2015
Starting today, you can preview NBCUniversal’s new streaming comedy channel Seeso for free as part of a web-only free Beta period that runs through January 6.
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Audio Video News
Raumfeld Announces Pre-Sale Discount for Wireless Speakers
SV Staff  |  Dec 03, 2015
The compact One S speaker, reviewed as part of the Top Pick winning Raumfeld wireless multiroom audio system, is now available at a presale discount on raumfeld.com, according to the company.
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How Do I Combine My Home Theater Sub with Desktop Speakers?
Al Griffin  |  Dec 02, 2015
Got a tech question for Sound & Vision? Email us at AskSandV@gmail.com

Q I store my music collection on an iMac and use iTunes for playback. I have a plan to use two JBL powered studio monitors and an old Sunfire MKII subwoofer for a desktop speaker system. Here’s my question: How do I set the system up for optimal sound quality? Should I buy a USB DAC? If I did, how would I integrate it with the speakers and sub? Is there a DAC with three RCA outputs and a built-in subwoofer crossover? —Rick Martinez

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