Audio Visual Equipment Reviews & How-To-Guides

audio visual (A/V) equipment reviews & guides

With more than 20 years of experience in audio visual engineering and equipment, AudioLink offers some practical advice on choosing and using audio visual equipment which meets your needs.

Audio Visual Equipment Reviews & Guides:

• Amplifiers
• Assistive Listening Devices
  
• Dealing with Hearing Loss
• ADA Compliant Assistive Listening Devices for Public Spaces
• Assistive Listening Devices for Home & Personal Use
• Product Reviews
• Classroom AV
• Conference Equipment
• DJ Equipment
• Duplication of Tapes & Digital Media
• Glossary of AudioVisual Terms
• Guidelines for Sound Engineers
• Headphones & Headsets
• Lecterns & Podiums
• Microphones
• Mixers
• Musical Instruments & Gear
• Sound Reinforcement for Public Spaces
  
• PA Systems
• Components & Handheld Devices
• Product Reviews
• Projectors - Overhead & Opaque Projectors
• Recording & Studio Equipment

Audiolink articles review the best amps the industry has to offer. Learn all about amps and tricks of the trade.

• Guitar Amps Reviewed
  Guitar amps for the budget-minded
• Bass Guitar Amps
  Bass Guitar Amps for Practice, Studios & Live Sound
• Amplifiers
  How do amplifiers differ by class? (factoid)

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ALDs is the abbreviation currently in vogue for assistive listening devices. In addition to ADA compliant products such as our infra red and wireless transmitters and receivers, we also offer alerting devices, telephone enhancements and alarms.

Dealing with Hearing Loss

• Information on ADA
  Helpful information about The Americans With Disabilities Act
• Helpful Information on Hearing Loss
  How to prevent some leading causes of hearing loss
• 7 Danger Signs of Noise Induced Hearing Loss (NIHL)
  Are you at risk for noise related hearing loss?
• 10 Things To Do To Preserve Your Hearing
  How to protect from some forms of hearing loss
• What Are ALDs?
  An overview of life enhancing products for the hearing impaired (factoid)

ADA Compliant Assistive Listening Devices for Public Spaces

• ADA Compliant Transmitters and Receivers
  ADA compliant sound systems and portable tour guide systems
• ADA compliant assistive listening systems & portable tour guide systems
  Assistive Listening Systems for hearing assistance and ADA compliance in public facilities - wireless FM receivers and transmitters by Listen Technologies & Williams Sound.
• Helping the Hearing Impaired in Church Settings
  ADA compliant systems for the hearing impaired (factoid)
• Assisting Hearing Impaired Individuals In Public Meetings May 28, 2009
  ALD's & Public Address Systems for hearing impaired individuals in public meetings (factoid)
• Church Sound Systems & Assistive Listening Devices for Places of Worship & Public Spaces
  Choosing the right assistive listening system to use in your house of worship not only fulfills ADA requirements, but also makes religious services and group activities more rewarding.
• Mobile Wireless Headsets for the Hearing Impaired
  Assistive listening devices for going out to movies, theaters, and other public venues (factoid)
• 2 Ways To Use Hearing Assistance Systems In Courtrooms
  Courtrooms need hearing assistance systems for the hearing impaired (factoid)
• Infrared Transmission vs. Radio Frequency Transmission
  A comparison of infrared and wireless performance in different environments
• Assistive Listening Systems and Pacemakers
  Are wireless assistive listening systems dangerous for people who wear pacemakers? (factoid)
• Hearing Assistance for Houses of Worship
  Assistive listening devices help parishioners who are hard of hearing
• Transmitters and Receivers
  Using frequency agile transmitters and receivers to maximize flexibility (factoid)
• Portable assistive listening devices for Use in a Noisy Environment Like a Dance Hall! June 15, 2009
  With a portable ALD like the PockeTalker you can hear the calls and dance the night away. (factoid)
• Wireless FM & IR Assistive Listening Systems in Theaters July 20, 2009
  Wireless assistive listening systems are required for theaters to comply with the ADA. (factoid)

Assistive Listening Devices for Home & Personal Use

• Alerting Devices
  A review of signaling devices for people with impaired hearing
• TV listening - wireless infrared receivers & infrared transmitters
  Williams Sound and Sennheiser ADA compliant Infrared TV listening systems
• The Pocketalker Ultra Hearing Assistance System & Telephones
  How to use the Pocketalker Ultra to enhance telephones for the Hearing Impaired (factoid)

Product Reviews

• Able Planet Headphones Use Patented Linx Technology
  Award-winning Linx Technology is recognized by professionals as the industry leader

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Audiolink articles review the best Classroom AV products the industry has to offer. Learn all about all the equipment you will need for your students.

• Classroom Learning Centers Use Sound To Enhance Learning
  6 Features to Consider When Deciding About Your Next Classroom Learning Center
• Card Readers Help Children Read Better
  Card Readers Improve Reading Skills In the Classroom & At Home (factoid)
• 3 Infrared & Frequency Agile PA Systems for Classrooms & Lecture Halls
  Califone & Paso make IR wireless PA systems that are classroom friendly (factoid)
• Portable PA Systems With 30 Watts of Power (or less) April 21, 2009
  7 things to consider when deciding if a "mini" PA systems will suit your needs
• Portable PA Systems for under $400 April 21, 2009
  Portable PA systems under $400 for small indoor & outdoor performance venues (factoid)
• Portable PA System For Walking Tours April 21, 2009
  Portable Mini PA Systems Are Lightweight & Easy For Tour Guides To Operate (factoid)
• Tabletop Lecterns & Lectern Housings
  8 features of tabletop lecterns to consider before buying one for your desktop
• Podiums & Podium Housings August 24, 2009
  Get a podium & PA system that's right for you using these 6 simple guidelines
• 6 Questions To Ask Before Choosing A Portable Sound System For A Classroom! September 14, 2009
  The proper sound reinforcement system can critically impact student performance in your classroom.
• Jackboxes Turn Media Players into Classroom Listening Centers September 23, 2009
  How to choose a jackbox for your classroom listening center.
• Card Readers Improve Reading & Math Skills October 12, 2009
  Card readers help children learn in the classroom and at home.
• Boomboxes For Multiple Applications February 16, 2010
  Boomboxes play a variety of audio and video media at a range of volumes for classrooms of varying size.
• Cassette Tape Players & Recorders March 22, 2010
  Cassette Tape Players & Recorders are Affordable AV Tools for Your Classroom.

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Conference equipment available from AudioLink for rental or purchase includes microphones, voting systems, delegate microphones, simultaneous interpreting equipment, projectors and recording systems. Call for a FREE consultation and ask about our quality assurance program.

• Microphone Systems
  Comparing Nady to other microphone brands
• Recording with Boundary Mics
  Recording equipment and recording techniques
• Wireless Microphones
  Samson wireless microphones compared to other wireless microphones
• Radio Frequency (RF) vs. Infra Red (IR)
  How do Infrared (IR) and Radio Frequency (RF) perform in different environments?
• Wide Band vs. Narrow Band
  Choosing between wide-band and narrow-band FM systems
• Delegate Conference Systems for Large Venue
  Bosch delegate conference systems can simplify set-ups in a large venue with wireless mics (factoid)
• Production Intercom Systems for Live Sports
  Using I.F.B. or Interruptible Fold Back in the PI intercom system with the AS100 to facilitate communication at a live sporting event (factoid)
• Tour Guide Systems for Large Groups
  Transmitters and receivers for six or more people for European use (factoid)
• Tour guide receivers & transmitters
  Trade-in your old Williams Sound receivers & transmitters
• Media Carts & AV Carts
  7 Features To Look For When Buying a Media Cart or an AV Cart
• Two Solutions for expanding older Williams Sound TGS systems
  The Williams Sound TGS SYS for simultaneous interpreting (factoid)
• Portable PA System For Walking Tours April 21, 2009
  Portable Mini PA Systems Are Lightweight & Easy For Tour Guides To Operate (factoid)

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Audiolink's DJ Man mixes helpful hints for DJ's with reviews of cutting edge digital products like CD scratch decks.

• Getting Started: DJ Turntables & Beat Mixing
  Getting started as a DJ
• Advanced DJ Mixing: BPM (Beats Per Minute)
  Advanced techniques and the magic of beat mixing
• DJ Transitions: Pitch Control & CUE Points
  Dealing with the all important DJ skill of mixing
• Self-Promotion: How to Become a Pro DJ
  DJ promotional copies, duplication of tapes, CDs and DVDs
• More on Self-Promotion: Cassette Tape, CD/DVD Duplication
  DJ promotional copies, duplication of tapes, CDs and DVDs
• Tips On Hearing Protection for the Pro DJ
  A word to the wise...
• CD Scratch Decks for the Digital DJ
  With the advent of CD scratching, DJ technology has entered the digital age
• Microphones & Microphone Systems for DJs
  DJMan helps you pick a microphone that will fit your style and sound.
• Using DJ Headphones vs. Headsets
  The three major differences between headsets and headphones

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Audiolink reviews the latest duplication systems and offers great tips and solutions to help you make the best use of what's available.

• Cassette Tape, CD/DVD Duplication
  Promotional copies, duplication of tapes, CDs and DVDs
• CD DVD Care
  Audio Man also gives tips on prevention of information loss, CD and DVD structure, disc life expectancy, and conditions that affect CDs and DVDs.
• A Product Comparison Among Cassette Tape Duplicators
  Analog cassette tape recorders and duplicators are compared on price, reliability and other criteria
• A Product Comparison Between Recordex CD & DVD Duplicators and MicroBoards CD & DVD Duplicators
  CD/DVD duplicators: What these All in One Systems can do for you
• CD/DVD Label Printers
  Important breakthroughs in high quality, relatively inexpensive label printing are now available at affordable prices
• Cassette Tape Recorder and Mic for Children with Speech Impediments
  Using the Califone 3132AV cassette tape recorder with Calfone's 4805AV handheld microphone (factoid)
• Burning MP3 files
  Burning MP3 files at higher bit rates can enhance sound (tip)
• Transferring Analog Audio Tapes or VHS Videotapes to Digital CD Media
  Videotapes and Analog Audio Tapes now transfer to Digital CD Media In One Step (factoid)
• A DVD Player That Plays Both European PAL & American NTSC Formats Is "The Order Of The Day" In This Law Class…
  Denon DNV210 DVD Player plays PAL discs as well as standard American DVDs (factoid)
• Digital Recorders vs. Analog Tape Recorders
  To Buy Or Not To Buy a Digital Recorder - 7 Features to Consider

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Check out the meaning of technical terminology in Audiolink's Glossary of AudioVisual Terms for both laymen and professionals

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Audiolink offers guidelines and solutions for sound engineers to help them choose the studio equipment that best suits their needs.

• Radio Production Worktext - Part 1: Studio and Equipment
  Studio production and studio equipment for radio production with a discussion of the audio chain for radio broadcasting
• Radio Production Worktext - Part 2: Studio Layout using Studio Furniture & Racks
  Studio layout for radio production using studio furniture & racks is discussed by David Reese and Linda & Brian Gross in their new edition of Radio Production Worktext
• Radio Production Worktext - Part 3:
  Studio Sound Considerations, Construction Materials & Size and Shape
  Studio sound considerations, studio construction materials, and studio size and shape are discussed by David Reese and Linda & Brian Gross in their new edition of Radio Production Worktext.
• Church Sound Systems & the Volunteer Engineer Guide
  Guidelines for Volunteer Sound Engineers: How to Work in Churches and Public Spaces
• Using Recording Headphones vs. Headsets
  The three major differences between headsets and headphones
• Compressors & Delimiters
  Compressors and delimiters control sound levels like an automated audio technician (factoid)

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AudioLink experts speak about choosing and using Headphones & Headsets in the following articles.

• Headphones vs. Headsets for the Professional Musician
  AudioLink identifies the three major differences between headsets and headphones
• Able Planet Headphones Use Patented Linx Technology
  Award-winning Linx Technology is recognized by professionals as the industry leader
• Mobile Wireless Headsets for the Hearing Impaired
  Assistive listening devices for going out to movies, theaters, and other public venues (factoid)
• How to Choose Noise Cancelling Headphones That Fit Your Needs January 18, 2010
  How to choose the ideal noise cancelling headphones for on-the-go listening in peace & quiet

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AudioLink experts speak about the issues of choosing and using Lecterns & Podiums in the following articles.

• Tabletop Lecterns & Lectern Housings
  8 features of tabletop lecterns to consider before buying one for your desktop
• Podiums & Podium Housings August 24, 2009
  Get a podium & PA system that's right for you using these 6 simple guidelines

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AudioLink experts speak about the issues of choosing and using Megaphones in the following articles.

• Megaphones & Bullhorns
  Powered Megaphones & Bullhorns Amplify Human Speech In a Limited Range
• Megaphones Record Short Sound Samples & Play Them Back
  This megaphone saves you from having to repeat short phrases or commands (factoid)
• 7 Ways to Use Sound Reinforcement at Outdoor Events June 15, 2009
  Megaphones & Bullhorns for outdoor sound reinforcement.

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In the following articles, our experts speak to the issues of choosing and using wired and wireless microphones for a wide range of functions.

• Microphones: Microphone Solutions for Your Audio System
  How microphones work, different types of mics, characteristics of mics based on their components and choosing mics for your audio system.
• Wireless Microphones: How To Choose Wireless Microphones
  How wireless microphones work, what makes wireless microphones different from each other and choosing a wireless microphone that works for you.
• Wireless Mics vs. Wired Mics: Which System is Right For You?
  What is "wireless", and what are the choices available?
• Microphones & Microphone Systems for DJs
  DJMan helps you pick a microphone that will fit your style and sound.
• What Are Boundary Mics & When Should You Use Them?
  The use of boundary mics for recording live events
• Nady Microphone Systems
  Comparing Nady mics to other name brands
• Samson Wireless Instrument Microphones
  Samson wireless instrument microphones compared to other wireless microphones
• UHF Microphones vs. VHF Microphones
  What are the tradeoffs of buying UHF microphones vs. VHF microphones? (factoid)
• Instrument Microphone for Guira and Vocals
  Instrument microphone to capture bass and vocals (factoid)
• Lapel Mics For Rooms With Fluorescent Lighting
  Static and hum-resistant wireless microphone systems that minimize interference from lighting (factoid) Microphones for Guitar and Vocals
  Wireless Microphones That Help Guitarists' Vocals Cut Through the Mix (factoid)
• Microphone Systems For School Plays
  Wireless Microphone Systems That Work For School Plays with Multiple Actors (factoid)
• Microphone Systems For Churches
  Wireless mic systems that minimize interference and dropouts in houses of worship (factoid)
• Microphones for Beach Weddings
  Wireless Microphones for Performing Wedding Ceremonies Outdoors (factoid)
• Shure Microphones for Vocals & Instruments
  Two Mics For Singer/Guitarists Performing in Small Clubs: Vocal & Instrument Mics
• The SM58 microphone is a Shure thing for rock vocalists
  Shure SM58 microphone is durable enough for rock vocalists and flexible enough to accommodate the way rock vocalists use a mic (factoid)
• TV Broadcasting Switches From Analog to Digital
  How the change to digital TV will impact wireless audio equipment & microphones (factoid)
• 2 Wireless Lapel Microphones Are Better Than 1
  How to use 2 wireless lapel microphones simultaneously (factoid)
• Not All Wireless Microphones Are Created Equally
  What you should know about UHF and VHF wireless microphones to choose one (factoid)
• Wireless UHF & VHF Microphones & TV interference April 21, 2009
  TV interference with wireless UHF & VHF microphones affected by new ruling (factoid)
• Microphones & Adapters For Recording Audio Directly To Computer May 28, 2009
  Samson microphones & a Shure adapter let you record directly to a computer (factoid)
• Instrument Microphones Amplify & Record High Pitched Percussion June 15, 2009
  Condenser microphones help you record high pitched percussion instruments. (factoid)

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Audiolink articles review the best mixers the industry has to offer. Learn all about mixing techniques and tricks of the trade.

• Using a Mixer for DJ Performances - Beat Mixing Basics
  The basics of DJ turntables and mixing beats

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Audiolink carries the musical instruments you know and love and quite a few products that may be new to you. Read our product reviews and comparisons to learn more.

• Drum Kits - Selecting a Drum Kit That's Right For You
  This is a comparison among name brand drum kits including electronic drums by PinTech
• Bass Guitar Amps
  Bass Guitar Amps for Practice, Studios & Live Sound
• A Review of Carl Martin Guitar Pedals
  Carl Martin Guitar FX Pedals are a professional solution
• Headphones vs. Headsets for the Professional Musician
  AudioLink identifies the three major differences between headsets and headphones and recommends some sound choices for musicians
• Instrument Microphone for Guira and Vocals
  instrument microphone to capture bass and vocals (factoid)
• A Helpful Hint for Your Band's Demo & Press Kit
  What club owners and talent managers look for when considering a band (tip)
• PA Systems for Both Music & Speeches
  Versatile PA systems can be used by both Musicians & Speakers (factoid)
• Drum Set for Beginners Comes With Volume Control
  PinTech electronic drum kits are great for beginners & have volume control features (factoid)
• Portable PA Systems With 30 Watts of Power (or less) April 21, 2009
  7 things to consider when deciding if a "mini" PA systems will suit your needs
• Portable PA Systems for under $400 April 21, 2009
  Portable PA systems under $400 for small indoor & outdoor performance venues (factoid)
• Instrument Microphones Amplify & Record High Pitched Percussion June 15, 2009
  Condenser microphones help you record high pitched percussion instruments. (factoid)
• Fender Passport PA Systems for Live Music Sound Reinforcement July 20, 2009
  Fender PA Systems are Your Passport to Great Live Music. (factoid)

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There are many options to choose from when selecting a PA system - portable systems vs. permanent installations, multi-channel vs. single channel, high-end vs. moderately priced speakers -- not to mention choices among PA components and handheld devices, and PA accessories.

PA Systems

• Portable PA Systems & PA Accessories
  Elements of portable PA systems & PA accessories for any venue
• UHF Portable PA Systems & Sound Reinforcement
  Compare UHF portable PA sound systems from Anchor Audio and Paso Sound
• High End Small Area PA Systems & Sound Reinforcement
  Compare Paso Sound Power Blaster portable PA systems to with Anchor Audio MegaVox PA's
• Small Portable PA Systems
  A product review of portable PA systems for audiences under 100 people
• Midsize Portable PA Systems
  A product review of PA systems for midsize venues under 500 people
• Large Portable PA Systems
  A product review of powerful, portable PA systems for large venues
• Wireless PA Systems
  A product review of wireless PA systems for venues of varying size
• PA Systems for a Warehouse
  PA systems can be cost-effective solutions for operating a small warehouse (factoid)
• Fender Enhanced PD150 Plus & PD250 Plus Portable PA Systems
  Audiolink compares the Fender Passport Deluxe PA systems to the newer Fender Passport Deluxe Plus sound reinforcement systems.
• Fender PA Systems for a School Gym
  Fender Passport Deluxe PA Systems - Fender's PD250 & PD500 - are evaluated for school gyms (factoid)
• Church Sound Systems & Sound Reinforcement for Places of Worship & Public Spaces
  Choosing a sound system for a church or other place of worship is complicated by a combination of legal requirements for public spaces and the limited budgets of non-profit organizations.
• Church Sound Systems & the Volunteer Engineer
  Guidelines for volunteer sound engineers: how to work in churches and public spaces
• PA Systems for Banquet Halls
  Large portable PA systems & microphones for banquet halls seating up to 400 people (factoid)
• PA Systems for Both Music & Speeches
  Versatile PA systems can be used by both Musicians & Speakers (factoid)
• Classroom PA Systems with two Wireless Microphones
  Classroom friendly PA systems with two wireless microphones & audio inputs (factoid)
• Portable PA Systems for Peripatetic People
  A portable PA system powerful enough for outdoor crowds of 100 but light enough to carry (factoid)
• Fender Passport PA Systems Used Internationally
  Using Fender Passport PA systems and Fender Wireless Mic Systems Outside the US (factoid)
• PA Systems for Auditoriums & Meeting Halls
  Choose a PA System With Enough Power for Auditoriums & Meeting Halls (factoid)
• Midsize PA Systems
  8 Features to Consider When Shopping For A Midsize PA System
• 3 Infrared & Frequency Agile PA Systems for Classrooms & Lecture Halls
  Califone & Paso make IR wireless PA systems that are classroom friendly (factoid)
• Battery Powered PA System for public ceremonies with music
  Charging up the aisle with a battery powered PA System (factoid)
• PA Systems with Wireless Microphones & CD Players
  portable PA systems with wireless mics & CD players for dance classes held in gyms (factoid)
• Wireless PA Systems
  Wireless PA Systems with wireless companion speakers & wireless microphones (factoid)
• PA System With Wireless Transmitter & Receivers for Ballroom Dancing
  Use wireless PA and speaker systems in a large ballroom to accommodate dancers (factoid)
• PA System for School Assemblies and School Talent Shows
  An easy to use PA system for elementary school assemblies & talent shows (factoid)
• Portable PA Systems With 30 Watts of Power (or less) April 21, 2009
  7 things to consider when deciding if a "mini" PA systems will suit your needs
• Portable PA Systems for under $400 April 21, 2009
  Portable PA systems under $400 for small indoor & outdoor performance venues (factoid)
• Portable PA System For Walking Tours April 21, 2009
  Portable Mini PA Systems Are Lightweight & Easy For Tour Guides To Operate (factoid)
• Assisting Hearing Impaired Individuals In Public Meetings May 28, 2009
  ALD's & Public Address Systems for hearing impaired individuals in public meetings (factoid)
• PA Systems Mounted On Cars, Vans, Trucks or Boats May 28, 2009
  Loud Hailers are portable PA systems designed to be mounted on vehicles and boats (factoid)
• Portable PA systems with wireless lapel mics help board meetings sound great! June 15 2009
  It's tough to get down to business if you don't have proper sound reinforcement for meetings. (factoid)
• 7 Ways to Use Sound Reinforcement at Outdoor Events June 15, 2009
  Your Sound Reinforcement System Has Left the Building!
• Fender Passport PA Systems for Live Music Sound Reinforcement July 20, 2009
  Fender PA Systems are Your Passport to Great Live Music. (factoid)
• PA Systems for Bus Tours July 20, 2009
  Getting the best PA System for your bus tour depends on making the right 3 choices! (factoid)
• Podiums & Podium Housing August 24, 2009
  Get a podium & PA system that's right for you using these 6 simple guidelines
• Portable PA Systems August 24, 2009
  Portable battery powered PA systems for indoor and outdoor venues (factoid)
• PA Systems with Handsfree Wireless Microphones August 24, 2009
  Systems with handsfree wireless mics give exercise classes a run for their money (factoid)
• Portable PA Systems for Meetings August 24, 2009
  Hamilton portable PA systems provide the sound you need for small meetings (factoid)
• 6 Questions To Ask Before Choosing A Portable Sound System For A Classroom! September 14, 2009
  The proper sound reinforcement system can critically impact student performance in your classroom.
• 6 Principles For Choosing a PA System That's Right For You November 9, 2009
  Learn how to get the PA system package that fits your needs with these 6 principles.

Components & Handheld Devices

• Handheld PA's & Megaphones
  A product review of handheld PA's & megaphones for public venues
• Megaphones & Bullhorns
  Powered Megaphones & Bullhorns Amplify Human Speech In a Limited Range
• Megaphones Record Short Sound Samples & Play Them Back
  This megaphone saves you from having to repeat short phrases or commands (factoid)
• Podiums And PA Systems
  Podiums with built-in PA systems are elegant and functional
• TV Broadcasting Switches From Analog to Digital
  How the change to digital TV will impact wireless audio equipment & microphones (factoid)
• Wireless UHF & VHF Microphones & TV interference April 21, 2009
  TV interference with wireless UHF & VHF microphones affected by new ruling (factoid)
• 7 Ways to Use Sound Reinforcement at Outdoor Events June 15, 2009
  Your Sound Reinforcement System Has Left the Building!

Product Reviews

• PA Systems & Digital Recorders for Live Music
  Portable PA system by Samson & digital recorder by Zoom or Tascam (factoid)

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Which overhead projector is right for you? To help you decide we put some of the best in class to the test. Read the results and explanations of what overhead projectors are and what overhead projectors can do.

• A Product Review of Overhead Projectors
  Overhead projectors which are both reliable and versatile presentation aids
• Projection Screens
  8 Features To Look For When Buying a Projection Screen
• 4 Projector Technologies: Overhead, Opaque , LCD & DLP Projectors
  8 Features To Look For When Buying A Projector

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Recording equipment has made incredible advances in recent years: professional quality recordings are now possible for the budget minded consumer. Today's technology makes home studios both fun and profitable for both the amateur and professional musician. AudioLink's "Studio Man" evaluates equipment and shares his first-hand knowledge to help you choose the studio equipment that best suits your needs and dreams.

• Home Studio Recording Equipment May 28, 2009
  8 Steps to a Home Studio that Fits Your Recording Space and Budget
• How to Use Contemporary Recording Studio Gear
  Recording equipment and innovative recording techniques
• Digital Transfer From VHS Tapes
  Digital transfer to CD from VHS tapes and other analog media (factoid)
• Home Studio Rehearsal: How to Succeed at Home Studio Recording Without Really Annoying Friends and Family
  Music rehearsal solutions for the home studio
• All About Reference Headphones: Headphones vs. Headsets
  The three major differences between headsets and headphones
• Line In & Line Out Connectors
  Line In & Line Out engineering for audio input & output (factoid)
• Radio Production Worktext - Part 1: Studio and Equipment
  Studio production and studio equipment for radio production with a discussion of the audio chain for radio broadcasting
• Radio Production Worktext - Part 2: Studio Layout using Studio Furniture & Racks
  Studio layout for radio production using studio furniture & racks is discussed by David Reese and Linda & Brian Gross in their new edition of Radio Production Worktext.
• Radio Production Worktext - Part 3: Studio Sound Considerations, Construction Materials & Size and Shape
  Studio sound considerations, studio construction materials, and studio size and shape are discussed by David Reese and Linda & Brian Gross in their new edition of Radio Production Worktext.
• Burning MP3 files
  Burning MP3 files at higher bit rates can enhance sound (tip)
• Cassette Tape Recorder and Mic for Children with Speech Impediments
  Using the Califone 3132AV cassette tape recorder with Calfone's 4805AV handheld mic
• Back Up Music Files From Your Computer's Hard Drive
  Five (5) methods to back-up music files from your computer's hard drive
• CD/DVD Printers From XLNT Idea
  Compare and contrast the features of CD/DVD Printers From XLNT Idea
• CD-R Discs for Audio Recording
  Which Blank CD-R Discs to Use for Stereo CD Burners (factoid)
• Battery Operated Digital Recorders
  Charging your battery operated digital recorders (factoid)
• PA Systems & Digital Recorders for Live Music
  Portable PA system by Samson & digital recorder by Zoom or Tascam (factoid)
• Compressors & Delimiters
  Compressors and delimiters control sound levels like an automated audio technician (factoid)
• Zoom, Zoom: 2 Digital Recorders for 3 Purposes
  Zoom Handy Digital Recorders for recording speech, live music & studio sessions
• PA Systems & Digital Recorders for Live Music
  Portable PA system by Samson & digital recorder by Zoom or Tascam (factoid)
• Digital Recorders vs. Analog Tape Recorders
  To Buy Or Not To Buy a Digital Recorder - 7 Features to Consider (factoid)
• Microphones & Adapters For Recording Audio Directly To Computer May 28, 2009
  Samson microphones & a Shure adapter let you record directly to a computer (factoid)
• Fender Passport PA Systems for Live Music Sound Reinforcement July 20, 2009
  Fender PA Systems are Your Passport to Great Live Music. (factoid)

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