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10 Yamaha Soundbars & Audio Systems Every Home Theater Owner Will Want To Know About

staff@slashgear.com (Jacob Willeford) — Sun, 16 Mar 2025 17:30:00 +0000

The right sound system can turn watching a movie at home into a cinematic experience, and Yamaha is one of the best producers of home audio around.

Here's What The Optical Audio Port On Your TV Is For

staff@slashgear.com (Quina Baterna) — Sat, 15 Mar 2025 14:15:00 +0000

Back before the dawn of time (or at least, before wireless tech was as prevalent as it is now), the optical port served an important function. It still can.

What Are Those Black Ovals On Your AirPods For?

staff@slashgear.com (Adnan Ahmed) — Fri, 14 Mar 2025 21:15:00 +0000

AirPods are one of the most popular headphone brands in the world, but many people have no idea what those black ovals on the top of them actually do.

Every Major Music Streaming Service, Ranked

staff@slashgear.com (Sumukh Rao) — Thu, 13 Mar 2025 16:30:00 +0000

Surely, you know the big names in audio streaming. However, while there are competitors, read on to learn whether or not they are to be taken seriously.

4 AirPods Max Alternatives That Are More Affordable

staff@slashgear.com (Adnan Ahmed) — Tue, 11 Mar 2025 20:15:00 +0000

Despite all of the features and the impressive noise cancellation, the AirPods Max are often a hard sell at their price. Here's a few compelling alternatives.

10 Of The Best Bluetooth Speakers Worth Buying

staff@slashgear.com (Sumukh Rao) — Sat, 08 Mar 2025 14:30:00 +0000

No matter the use case, audiophiles of all levels should have a Bluetooth speaker (or two). Here are several Bluetooth speakers worth buying.

The Best Years For Nissan Maxima (And Some To Avoid)

staff@slashgear.com (Marc Magrini) — Fri, 07 Mar 2025 17:30:00 +0000

The range of options and considerations when shopping for a car can be overwhelming. If a Nissan Maxima is in your future, don't miss out on our guide.

10 Mistakes You Might Be Making When Installing Surround Sound Systems Or Soundbars

staff@slashgear.com (AJ Wykes) — Mon, 03 Mar 2025 20:45:58 +0000

There's a lot to take into account when setting up a new surround sound system, from room size to cable type. Here are a few common mistakes to avoid.

8 New Cars That (Surprisingly) Still Offer CD Players

staff@slashgear.com (Shane Schmid) — Sun, 02 Mar 2025 14:15:00 +0000

Compact disc audio technology has been available in vehicles since the late '80s but you might be surprised to learn you can still get a CD player in some cars.

10 Of The Best Wired Earbuds

staff@slashgear.com (Sumukh Rao) — Sun, 23 Feb 2025 17:30:16 +0000

Wired earbuds still have a place in 2025 -- no charging, better sound, and zero latency. Here are 10 of the best wired earbuds for every budget and need.

Are USB Headphones Better Than 3.5mm?

staff@slashgear.com (Max Miller) — Sat, 22 Feb 2025 16:45:18 +0000

To really understand the difference between USB and 3.5 mm audio connection types, we need to dissect a few of the basic concepts at the core of digital audio.

How To Connect Spotify To Amazon Alexa Devices

staff@slashgear.com (Marinel Sigue) — Fri, 21 Feb 2025 12:15:19 +0000

It's easy to connect Spotify to your Amazon Alexa device of choice. Let us walk you through it, plus explain how to make the service your default.

Here's What That Button On The Back Of Your AirPods Case Is For

staff@slashgear.com (Marinel Sigue) — Sun, 16 Feb 2025 23:45:39 +0000

There's actually another useful AirPods hardware feature, but you can only find it on the charging case.

The 7 Best Vocal Microphones For Home Studios, Ranked By Price

staff@slashgear.com (Max Miller) — Wed, 12 Feb 2025 00:15:48 +0000

If you're in the market for a home studio microphone, these are best bangs you'll get for your bucks.

Yamaha DX7 Vs DX1: What's The Difference Between These Classic Synthesizers?

staff@slashgear.com (David Bixenspan) — Tue, 04 Feb 2025 15:15:36 +0000

Yamaha surprised the market with dueling back-to-back synthesizer releases, the DX7 and DX1, only months apart, but the differences were massive.

6 Portable Bluetooth Speakers With Powerful, Deep Bass

staff@slashgear.com (Jack Picone) — Sat, 01 Feb 2025 15:45:11 +0000

Here's six portable Bluetooth speakers with powerful, deep bass, perfect for when you're hanging out at the beach or even just in your backyard.

Why Do Headphones Cut Out When You Use A Microwave?

staff@slashgear.com (Corazon Victorino) — Mon, 27 Jan 2025 19:45:23 +0000

If you've ever used Bluetooth headphones near a running microwave, there's a chance they cut out. It's all radio waves, of course, but what exactly causes it?

How To Connect Bluetooth Headphones To Your In-Flight Entertainment Screen

staff@slashgear.com (Pankil Shah) — Sat, 25 Jan 2025 15:45:44 +0000

With these steps, you'll be able to enjoy high-quality audio from Bluetooth headphones and avoid the discomfort of wired headphones.

6 Of The Highest-Rated JBL Home Audio Products You Can Buy

staff@slashgear.com (John Davis) — Fri, 24 Jan 2025 20:15:37 +0000

JBL is no stranger to the world of audio, but what are some of the highest-rated products the company sells right now and how are they best used?

Are JBL Speakers Waterproof? IP Ratings, Explained

staff@slashgear.com (Max Miller) — Mon, 20 Jan 2025 22:15:58 +0000

Plenty of speakers, JBL included, make claims of waterproof devices that are great around a pool, but are these items really as durable as claimed?