The Complete Home Theater Resource
In-depth guides to every aspect of home theater, written for homeowners doing real research. Equipment comparisons, room design planning, audio engineering, smart home integration, and how to find the right installer.
Featured Installer
Full Spectrum Technology Group
Bay Area AV integration and home theater design since 2012. Custom home theaters, whole-house audio, home automation, outdoor AV, and smart home security. Serves the East Bay, Marin, Peninsula, and Wine Country.
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Equipment
Projectors, screens, receivers, speakers, subwoofers, seating, and every component in between.
Audio & Acoustics
Surround sound formats, speaker placement, acoustic treatment, soundproofing, and room correction.
Video & Display
Display technology, HDR formats, screen sizing, mounting, and video connectivity.
Room Design
Theater room planning from dimensions and lighting to wiring, HVAC, and construction.
Smart Integration
Control4, Savant, Crestron, Lutron, automation scenes, and whole-home distribution.
Planning & Buying
Cost breakdowns by tier, installer selection, DIY vs professional, and project planning.
Bay Area
Local installers, Bay Area costs, building codes, seismic mounting, and older home challenges.