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Nov152020 by James LongmanNo Comments

What MP3 Players are Compatible with Audible?

Looking for an mp3 player that can play your Audible audiobooks? Our article is here to help you understand what Audible is, how it works, and what mp3 players are compatible with Audible. We will also discuss ways to play Audible books on non-compatible mp3 players. Our list of compatible players is divided into 4 parts. If you want something fully compatible with Audible, don’t read the whole article – just the first two sections. If you are interested in all the possible options, you should check out the rest of our suggestions. What is Audible? Audible was founded back in 1995. In 1998, Audible released its first product. It was a portable device called Audible Mobile Player and it had only 4MB of internal storage, which allowed the users to store up to 2h of audio conten

Nov152020 by James LongmanNo Comments

6 Best Low-Profile Center Channel Speakers – Slim & Compact

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If you’re trying to find a slim, compact, and great-performing center channel speaker, you’ve come to the right place. Our article on 6 best low-profile center channel speakers in 2020 is here to answer all the questions you may have about center channels, their role in home theater and surround sound systems, and characteristics that make a good center channel speaker. We have also made a nice selection of the best slim and compact center channels, so you don’t have to look elsewhere for suggestions. Everything you need to know is right here – you just have to lay back and read. In a 5.1 system speaker system, the number five describes the number of speakers around you and the number one describes the number of subwoofers. The subwoofer is responsible for all the low frequenc

Oct142020 by James LongmanNo Comments

Manger P1 Loudspeaker Review

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Manger Audio is a German high-end speaker manufacturer founded more than 50 years ago. During the 1960s, the founder of Manger Audio, Josef W Manger developed a special type of transducer named Manger Sound Transducer and, since then, this unique kind of driver has been the key element of all the Manger’s speaker designs. Manger’s current speaker line consists of three floorstanding speakers (active S1 and passive P1 and P2), two bookshelf speakers (active C1 and passive Z1), one wall-mounted speaker (W1), and one in-wall speaker (I1). Today, we are taking a closer look at one of the latest flagship models from this company called Manger P1. For starters, here’s a short overview. Manger P1 is a 2-way passive floorstanding loudspeaker. It houses two drivers – one powerful Manger tran

Nov152020 by James LongmanNo Comments

5 Best Portable Bluetooth Speakers With USB Ports In 2020

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If you need a speaker that has more options for music playback and not just Bluetooth connection or if you need a device that can charge your phone or tablet in case of emergency, you’ve come to the right place. Our list of 5 best portable Bluetooth speakers with USB ports in 2020 gathers 5 models that offer much more than a simple Bluetooth experience. Why Do We Need Bluetooth Speakers with USB Ports? We are aware of the fact that we’re living in the wireless era and that Bluetooth is an integral part of our lives. We use it to stream music from our phones, tablets, computers, and other Bluetooth-enabled devices all the time. We also use Bluetooth speakers to stream podcasts or even answer important calls hands-free. Handy, isn't it? It saves space, sets you free from cable clutter, and

Nov152020 by James Longman2 Comments

What MP3 Players are Compatible with iTunes?

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Have you noticed that you’re not getting the same user experience when your iPod is connected to your Mac and when your non-Apple mp3 player is connected to it? Numerous people all over the world have experienced this issue. The reason why this happens is actually quite simple – your mp3 player is not compatible with iTunes. When your iPod (or iPhone or iPad) is connected to your Mac (or Windows PC with iTunes installed), it is automatically recognized and synced with iTunes. However, when you connect a generic mp3 player or a player made by a manufacturer other than Apple, you may encounter a series of compatibility problems. iTunes may not even recognize your mp3 player. The truth is – there are no mp3 players, tablets, or smartphones (other than those made by Apple), that are fully comp

Nov32020 by James LongmanNo Comments

What Are Planar Magnetic Headphones & How Do They Work?

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If you have a pair of full-size headphones, the chances are quite big that they have standard dynamic drivers as this is the traditional and very popular technology that has been used for ages now. One of the reasons these headphones are so popular is that they are easy and inexpensive to make. Inside their cups, you can find a voice coil with a cone-shaped diaphragm and a magnet behind them. We can’t say these aren’t great but their main problem is inconsistent sound production across different frequencies, which makes the sound they deliver not completely accurate. Also, being cheaply made, the parts inside the cups are glued together and the glue wears off over time and the headphones begin to fall apart. Along with the hardware, the sound also gets worse. On the bright side,

Nov152020 by James LongmanNo Comments

8 Best Surround Sound Amplifiers For 5.1 & 7.1 Systems In 2020

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Looking for a surround sound amplifier for your 5.1 or 7.1 system? You’ve come to the right place. Our article about 8 best surround sound amplifiers for 5.1 & 7.1 systems in 2020 is here to make your search much easier. It will help you understand these devices better, give you some guidelines that can help you find exactly what you're looking for, and finally, present to you our selection of 5.1 and 7.1 surround sound amplifiers. What’s the Purpose of a Surround Sound Amplifier? For the purposes of our article about the best surround sound amplifiers, we considered surround sound amplifiers and AV receivers the same thing. However, it is important for you to understand that amplifiers and AV receivers are not absolutely the same. You see, every AV receiver is also a surround

Nov152020 by James LongmanNo Comments

6 Best AV Receivers For Music In 2020

AV Receivers

The first thing that comes to mind when talking about AV receivers is probably surround sound. However, AV receivers can also be used as a replacement for an integrated stereo amplifier. In other words, they can also be used for music, not just movies. But not all AV receivers sound equally good with movies and with music. That’s why we are here. Our article about 6 best AV receivers for music in 2020 is here to help you find the perfect receiver for your speaker system. We will talk about things you should pay attention to when buying an AV receiver for music, discuss the prices, and present to you some nice suggestions. Things to Look for When Buying an AV Receiver for Music Well, looking for an AV receiver for music is not much different from looking for any AV receiver. After a

Oct32020 by James LongmanNo Comments

AudioEngine A5+ Wireless Speakers Review

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AudioEngine has been in the audio industry for quite some time and they’ve been known for making high-quality products, mostly powered bookshelf/desktop speakers. Their first powered speaker A5 was a big hit. Then, they upgraded it to AudioEngine A5+ which is still one of the AudioEngine’s bestsellers. AudioEngine A5+ wireless 2.0 speaker system is the upgraded version of the A5+ Classic. The most noticeable difference between the two is the wireless connectivity. A5+ Wireless has a built-in Bluetooth module and can be wirelessly connected to any Bluetooth-enabled device. A5+ Classic didn’t have this ability, but there was a way to make it wireless by connecting it to the AudioEngine B1 Bluetooth receiver. In a way, A5+ Wireless is the A5 Classic with a built-in B1 receiver. The se

Oct122020 by James LongmanNo Comments

IPX8 Waterproof Rating Explained

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Whenever looking for waterproof or water-resistant equipment, whether it's audio equipment (headphones, speakers) or any kind of electrical/electronic equipment, the most important thing to look for and the thing that can actually tell you the level of water resistance is the IPX rating. In our previous articles, we dealt with IPX ratings in general as well as IPX4 (splash-proof) and IPX7 (waterproof). Today we’re going to discuss the meaning and importance of an IPX8 waterproof rating. IP/IPX Ratings – The Basics IP stands for Ingress Protection (also referred to as International Protection). It is an internationally standardized rating that describes the level of protection against the ingress of solid particles, dust, and water. An IP rating has a general form that you can see