The NAD D1050 is a full-featured DAC with high resolution USB audio support. Plenty of inputs with two each of optical and coax make this a versatile DAC. The NAD D1050 even features both RCA and balanced stereo output. Enjoy neutral, spacious sound with all the intricate details of 24bit/192kHz material from the NAD D1050.
The Emotiva XPA-1 Gen2 is an update to Emotiva's 1,000 watt per channel monoblock amplifier. There are subtle improvements, from a higher quality RCA jack and electrical changes, but the most noticeable is a switch up front. It allows the XPA-1 to run in Class A for the first 60 watts of power.
I am thinking about the Panasonic ZT60 plasma, but I hear that Panasonic and Sony are going to make OLED TVs. Also, Netflix will start 4K streaming. What is a person to do, wait for OLED or buy 4K? Is the ZT60 worth getting?
There are a few different programs out there to assist in calibrating a display, but CalMAN from SpectraCal is currently the most prevalent. CalMAN is used for ISF Level I and II training, and is available in a variety of different configurations ranging from the DIY user to the full time calibration professional.
What is the best location for the surround speakers in a 7.1 home-theater setup? Should both sets of surround speakers be on the back wall? Or should there be two speakers on the sides of the room and two speakers in the rear? - Jeff Olejnik
Which is better for a home theater—a fixed or retractable projection screen? I'm interested in setting up a home theater and potentially having a retractable screen to make the room suitable for multiple uses, but I'm willing to make it a dedicated room if there are too many downsides to a retractable screen, such as maintaining the shape of the screen. - Aleksander Pasko