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A Guide to the Best Wireless Bluetooth Audio Transmitter and Receiver Interfaces to Add Bluetooth Audio Streaming Connection to Your Sound System

Looking for how to make your PA speaker system wireless? Bluetooth technology has a convenient and cost-effective way to add wireless audio streaming to any system. We've rounded up some of the best Bluetooth transmitters and Bluetooth audio receivers to review from a few of our brands. You’

Posted by Robin Rowell Smith Jul 2nd 2021

Yamaha STAGEPAS 1K Review - 1000W Column Speaker Portable PA Sound System with Bluetooth and Optional Dolly

Delivering professional-level audio performance, the Yamaha STAGEPAS 1K all-in-one portable PA sound system with Bluetooth streaming lets you easily perform anywhere. Any location can become your stage with the STAGEPAS 1K because it is highly portable, lightweight, simple to operate, and features p

Posted by Rachel Florence Jun 25th 2021

Bose L1 Pro8 Line Array Review - The Most Portable Bose L1 Pro Bluetooth Portable PA Tower Speaker System

As the most portable Bose L1 Pro system, the L1 Pro8 line array portable PA system with Bluetooth is ready whenever and wherever you are with easy portability, quick setup, and premium sound quality. The Bose L1 Pro8 features an eight-driver articulated C-shape line array that delivers 180-degree ho

Posted by Rachel Florence Jun 18th 2021

A Guide to Choosing the Right Wireless Microphone Type

There are so many options for wireless microphones available today. You have high-quality wireless microphone systems and configurations available specifically for vocals, dancers, keyboard players, drummers, fitness instructors, dance instructors, stage actors, presenters, worship leaders, and more

Posted by Rachel Florence Apr 16th 2021

What Is The Difference Between Active Speakers vs. Passive Speakers?

Powered Speakers vs. Passive Speakers: Which is Right for Your Sound System? The debate between powered vs. passive speakers is a common topic in the audio world. To make an informed decision, it's crucial to understand the advantages, disadvantages, and fundamental differences between active and

Posted by Rachel Florence Apr 9th 2021

A Beginner’s Introduction to 70 Volt Commercial Sound Systems

Choosing a custom sound system for your business can be overwhelming. There are many options available in both the home audio and commercial audio realm, so how do you know what is going to work best for your space? Generally the sound systems you’ll find in a commercial environment like a re

Posted by Rachel Florence Apr 2nd 2021

5 Reasons NOT To Use Wireless Speakers For Your Commercial Audio Sound System

Wireless speakers have become very popular in the audio industry. It’s convenient to have speakers free of wires that come with a lot more flexibility than traditional wired speakers. Audio manufacturers have made big strides in the quality of wireless speakers. There are now a few different o

Posted by Rachel Florence Mar 26th 2021

Touchless Body Surface Goodview Automated Temperature Screening Kiosk Review

Right now being able to utilize technology to keep your organization and visitors safe and healthy is a big deal. You can get real-time protection and peace of mind with the Goodview SV1080 - a touchless, automated temperature screening kiosk that’s ideal for public facilities and work environ

Posted by Rachel Florence Mar 5th 2021

3 Questions To Ask When Choosing Your Restaurant Sound System

You make fantastic food. Your menu is the best in town and your presentation is flawless. But if you don’t have the right atmosphere, your first-time customers won't become regular customers. This is why it is so important to have a quality sound system in your restaurant. Your restaurant au

Posted by Rachel Florence Dec 10th 2020

Sound Masking with Pure Resonance Audio PrivacyCard USB Generator on Pro Acoustics Tech Talk Ep 49

On this episode of Pro Acoustics Tech Talk, we are focusing on sound masking. We are specifically looking at the Pure Resonance Audio PrivacyCard™ USB sound masking generator. The Pure Resonance Audio PrivacyCard™ USB sound masking generator is an affordable and uncomplicated tool that a

Posted by Rachel Florence Aug 31st 2020

Your 70V Speaker System Wiring Diagram and Installation Guide

Wiring a 70v speaker system can be complicated if you’re not exactly sure what you’re doing. You don’t want to take a chance when installing wires and expensive audio equipment. So how exactly are you supposed to put it all together? If you are asking yourself how to wire a 70v spe

Posted by Sarah Young Mar 4th 2020

How Sonos Wireless Speakers Work for Home and Commercial Use on Pro Acoustics Tech Talk Ep. 37

In this episode of Pro Acoustics Tech Talk, Nathan and Coltin are breaking down everything you need to know about wireless Sonos speakers for home and commercial audio applications. We discuss how to connect your smartphone and stream music from apps like Spotify, Pandora, iTunes, etc. Natha

Posted by Rachel Florence Feb 11th 2020

Your Guide To All The Different Audio Connector Types

Balanced vs. Unbalanced A balanced audio cable uses three copper wire conductors to carry an audio signal - one for positive, one for negative, and one for grounding. An unbalanced cable uses two conductors, one for positive and one for negative and ground. Unbalanced cables are more likely to

Posted by Sarah Young Feb 7th 2020

In-Depth Look at the DSP Inside Dynacord C-Series Amplifiers on Pro Acoustics Tech Talk Episode 24

On this week’s episode of Pro Acoustics Tech Talk, Ron Grant with Bosch Communications is hanging out with Nathan to take an in-depth look into the DSP inside the Dynacord C-Series Amplifiers. Ron is showing us how to use the DSP to create a virtual sound system using the C-Series amplifiers

Posted by Rachel Florence Oct 10th 2019

Why You Shouldn’t Choose Home Audio Products for Your Commercial Space on Pro Acoustics Tech Talk Episode 19

On this week’s episode of Pro Acoustics Tech Talk, Nathan and Coltin are discussing some of the differences between home and commercial audio and a few reasons why you shouldn't be putting home audio gear into commercial spaces. Hey everybody. Thanks for joining us again for another edi

Posted by Rachel Florence Aug 28th 2019

Tile Bridges vs. Rough in Pans on Pro Acoustics Tech Talk Episode 18

On this week’s episode of Pro Acoustics Tech Talk, Nathan and Coltin are discussing the differences between tile bridges and rough in pans when mounting speakers in 70V commercial applications. Hey everybody, thanks for joining us again for another edition of Pro Acoustics Tech Talk. I

Posted by Rachel Florence Aug 20th 2019

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