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David Frangioni

Transforming Your Home Theater System Through Sound

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Creating an Experience Through Sound in Your Luxury Home Theater

When we first speak with clients about their dedicated, custom-designed home theater systems in Fort Lauderdale, FL, and throughout the world, the first topic on most people's minds is the visual component. After all, you enter a theater, and the first thing you see is a large screen that fills up the room. They want the experience of immersing themselves in the visuals, with a keen interest in how the theater looks when it’s not in use and the lights are on.

But, if you think about it, what makes the experience so memorable? Without the sound of the waves lapping onto the shore or the leaves rustling in the wind, the pictures can't come to life. As George Lucas said, "The sound and music are 50% of the entertainment in a movie.”

That’s why we’re taking a moment to discuss sound and the tremendous difference that a high quality sound system can make in your luxury home theater.

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Why You Shouldn’t Use a Soundbar in a High-End Home Theater

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For rumbling bass and realistic sound effects, you’ll need better audio.

People are drawn to soundbars for many reasons. For one, they’re a one-piece audio solution that’s quick to install under the TV or projector screen. And they provide more robust sound than a TV’s built-in speakers. They can look cool depending on the TV, final design, and installation aesthetic.  However, it’s best to avoid using one in a high-end home theater design.

While soundbars improve upon TV audio, they won’t provide the immersive wow-factor you desire in a home cinema. It’s best to use a soundbar in the bedroom, kitchen, or other non-primary viewing spaces.

For a home theater, you’d be cutting yourself short not to use a receiver, proper loudspeakers, and a subwoofer for a Dolby ATMOS surround sound setup. As a luxury home theater designer based in Fort Lauderdale, FL, and cities worldwide, we’ll share why you should avoid soundbars and how to experience high-end Dolby ATMOS surround sound in your home.

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