Unison Research – Opera Loudspeaker Factory Tour 2024 (Or An Audiophile’s Taste of Italy – Part 1) Carlo Lo RasoAugust 22, 2024 This is the first of a three-part "Tour of Italian Audio" video series. Back in May of this year, right after the Munich High-End Audio... 30th AnniversaryFlashbacks and interviews
How Has Audio Evolved in the Last 30 Years? Norman VarneyAugust 15, 2024 When given the task of writing an article to celebrate 30 years of Secrets of Home Theater and High-Fidelity magazine, I thought it would... 30th AnniversaryThe Now
The Evolution of Projector Light Sources From Incandescent to Solid State Chris EberleAugust 8, 2024 The history of in-home projectors is not a long one. For decades, the only way to watch an image larger than what came from a television... 30th AnniversaryThe Now
Digital-to-Analog Converters (DACs) and How they Work David A. Rich, Ph.D.August 1, 2024 A Digital-to-Analog Converter or DAC box is an audio component that converts a digital audio signal, typically PCM, but some can decode... 30th AnniversaryLooking BackTechnicalTechnical Reviews
How to Shop for Speakers Francisco LiconJuly 25, 2024 I have a confession to make. I got the bug, the Audio bug. What is the Audio bug? Well, that’s when you get stung into thinking about... 30th AnniversaryThe Now
The History of SECRETS SecretsJuly 1, 2024 In 1994, John launched the SECRETS Primer and the original SECRETS website, while also attending the convention circuits, including CES and... 30th AnniversaryThe Now
30 Years of Loudspeaker Technology Jim ClementsJuly 1, 2024 So, if I’m being honest, I must admit that I spend more time on social media than I would have ever imagined. I’m as hooked on social media... 30th AnniversaryThe Now
Passive, Active, and Hybrid Loudspeakers Isaac AdamsJune 13, 2024 Loudspeakers are generally grouped into two primary types: Passive and Active. Passive loudspeakers comprise the majority of home audio... 30th AnniversaryLooking Back
Active Crossovers and DSPs Isaac AdamsJune 13, 2024 In other primers, we have discussed the concepts of crossover networks, active loudspeakers, and surround sound which have some overlap... 30th AnniversaryLooking Back
Musings on Binaural Recordings Lory HawleyJune 12, 2024 In many ways, binaural recordings are what brought me to Secrets. I was invited to join the review team because of my passion for... 30th AnniversaryThe Now
Unveiling the Secrets of Stereo Imaging and Time Alignment SecretsJune 10, 2024 This SECRETS Vault article explores the importance of time-alignment in high-fidelityaudio systems for accurate stereo imaging. It... 30th AnniversaryFrom the Vault
Benchmark This! SecretsJune 10, 2024 On May 13 and 14, 2000, Secrets hosted its first DVD player Benchmark Event (Shootout I) in Redmond, Washington, where we tested numerous... 30th AnniversaryFrom the Vault
The Challenges of Audio Distortion SecretsJune 10, 2024 "Accuracy, Distortion, and the Audiophile" challenges the negative perception of distortion in audio reproduction. Distortion can enhance... 30th AnniversaryFrom the Vault
Why is Contrast Ratio in a Flat-Screen TV or Projector Important? SecretsJune 10, 2024 The article delves into the intricacies of contrast ratio (CR) in flat-screen TVs and projectors, a crucial specification for home theater... 30th AnniversaryFrom the Vault
A Dive into the Depths of Video Resolution! SecretsJune 10, 2024 The article breaks down the often-confusing topic of video resolution, explaining key concepts like vertical and horizontal resolution. It... 30th AnniversaryFrom the Vault