High-End Stereo

When you decided to buy a home stereo then you should write down the features and details of what the stereo will offer you. How many speakers would you like, what size, what brands are you interested in. The idea is to get as much information down so you can narrow your options down when looking for the stereo you want.

For example you might have something like this written down after you spend some time:

Budget: $10,000

What to Buy:

Amplifier/Tuner: Prefer Sony, good quality

Speakers: two large about 4-5 feet high x 6 inches in width front speakers, 2 small surround sound speakers, 1 center tv speaker & 1 loud and proud Sub-woofer. Sony or other good brands.

Once you have some details down like this then it’s time to get online and go to the brands websites and see what the latest products are available to purchase in your country.

After you have a list of some components you are interested in then it’s time to read some reviews of real owners online.

After some time reading reviews then checkout the prices on a couple of websites and compare prices, you can do this on HighendStereo.net too.

Follow these simple steps when purchasing your home stereo and you will find it a lot easier.

Speakers are a significant part of stereo, and help to determine the overall sound coming from the system. You can spend around $100 for an inexpensive pair, or thousands and thousands on a high-end, state-of-the-art one.
These devices are of many types and come in various models: on-wall, in-wall, satellite, bookshelf and floorstanding. Bookshelf and floorstanding models usually have the best sound since the enclosures and speakers are performance matched. Satellite models are quite small, and occupy much less space. On-wall ones are quite common with flat-panel TVs. In-wall models not only have good sound, but can also be painted so as to match the walls. All models of stereo speakers come in various shapes, sizes, and finishes; the ideal way to select these devices is to test several models by listening to them before making any decision.
Tips to Choose the Right Stereo Speaker 

• Read reviews on the Internet and in audio magazines to help you determine which stereo speakers to listen to.

• Look for the acoustic suspension speakers if you wish to have tight, clean, accurate bass.

• Set your budget for the speaker cables; they can cost you a few dollars to several thousand of dollars.

• If you want big and wide soundstage, go for the flat panel speakers.

• If you are looking for inexpensive models, shop in electronic stores; however, if you are in search of high-fidelity ones, audio specialty stores are the right place to go.

• Avoid listening to those models that are not within your price range.

• Ask the salesperson of the shop to position the models optimally.

• Let the appearance or size of the speaker be less significant than quality.

• Take a few common CDs to the shop you visit; listen to songs on at least three/ four different pairs of stereo speakers.

• Ensure that the salesperson demonstrates all the pairs at equal volumes.

• If possible, ensure that the salesman is using electronic equipment which is similar to what you have.

• If stereo speakers sound good in the shop, arrange for listening to them at your home using your own system. You may ask the seller to provide you appropriate cables in case you do not already have one.

Follow these simple steps to choose the right pair of stereo speakers for you. 

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A TRS cable (aka stereo cable) is generally used to carry a balanced line level audio signal between devices such as mixers, rack processors and amplifiers. Though a TRS cable can also be used to carry a stereo audio signal, like that from a headphone output. Not to mention it can also act as an insert cable.

The TRS connector is a stereo ¼” connector (6.5mm). TRS (Tip, Ring, Sleeve) means there are two black insulation rings on the connector, enabling the connector to carry 2 audio signals (+ground/sleeve). TRS connectors are usually coupled with 2 conductor core, twisted pair microphone cable enabling the transfer of both balanced and stereo audio signals.

When using TRS cables in the balanced scenario (where connecting between a balanced input and output), interference noise is canceled out in the balancing process, meaning longer cable runs can be used without incurring extra interference. Though balanced TRS connections are mostly used in short runs between mixers, patch bays and effect processors.

A common use of TRS cables in a stereo scenario is connecting a ¼” headphone output to a stereo input on a recording device. Though stereo inputs are not common on modern audio devices, with mono (balanced / unbalanced) inputs being the norm these days. If looking to connect a headphone output to a mono (balanced / unbalanced) input, the regular stereo cable will not suffice. Plugging a stereo signal into an unbalanced, mono input results in either a missing left or right audio channel. Remember music is mixed in stereo; Jimi Hendrix’s Voodoo Child is a great demonstrate this. A cable that combines a stereo signal into mono would be required. These are sold by Swamp Industries.

Another use for the humble TRS cable can be as an ‘Insert Cable’. Most mixing desks have inserts for each input channel. An insert is basically and TRS plug that sends and receives different signals at the one time. When using a TRS cable between two insert plugs, like that of a mixer and effects units, the mixer is sending a signal to the effects unit at the same time the effects unit is sending a signal back to the mixer.

As you can see a TRS cable or stereo cable can be used for a number of different signal types that require 2 conductor cores. From the balanced signal where it carries the same signal but with one conductor electrically inverted, a stereo signal where both conductors carry individual signals (left and right) and an insert signal where the conductors are carrying individual signals travelling in the opposite direction.