Tom Andry

1 week ago | avgadgets.com | Tom Andry

When people think of “home theaters,” they usually think large rooms. Something more akin to an actual theater or movie cinema. They aren’t thinking about a converted bedroom. A standard bedroom is barely big enough for a three-seater couch and a 65″ TV. Can it be used as a home theater? How will it function? Is a small room for a home theater system really worth it? Let’s discuss!We’ve talked about using small rooms for home theaters. It can work but it definitely takes some careful planning.

2 weeks ago | avrant.com | Tom Andry

Rob’s Switch 2 buying adventures. Tom watched a movie! Warner Bros. Discovery will split in two. Apple TV 4K will be able to pair with any AirPlay speakers. And HSU has a new beast of a subwoofer with their D15-Chimera SC featuring an optional quad-ported SuperCharger add-on, as well as a new, horn-loaded, angled front baffle speaker, the MFL-6. Pictures shown in this episode: https://flic.kr/s/aHBqjChAgD00:00:00 – IntroTom’s latest house hunting experiences.

2 weeks ago | avgadgets.com | Tom Andry

Subwoofers are not the most popular piece of home theater equipment to non-enthusiasts. They are usually large, black boxes that take up way too much space in your room. All for what? Bass? Who cares? People who care about accurate sound, that’s who! Want that cinematic experience at home? A subwoofer is a must.

3 weeks ago | avrant.com | Tom Andry

Rob has watched all the 2025 Oscars Best Picture nominees, and now he ranks them. Sony resumes projector sales in Europe. TCL officially releases the QM8K Series of quantum dot, mini-LED TVs with new WHVA LCD panels. Pictures shown in this episode: https://flic.kr/s/aHBqjCgBP700:00:00 – IntroPersonal updates on the eve of Rob lining up to buy a Switch 2. 00:17:27 – What We WatchedRob watched Emilia Pérez, and with that, he’s seen all 10 of the 2025 Oscars Best Picture nominees.

1 month ago | avrant.com | Tom Andry

The new Marantz AV 20 Pre-Pro was definitely going to support Dirac ART. And now we have good news regarding other Denon & Marantz models. Aperion expanded their Theatrus Series speaker lineup with new Slim Stack models. Tom bought movie tickets!Pictures shown in this episode: https://flic.kr/s/aHBqjCfRHt00:00:00 – IntroRob’s still going to line up for a Switch 2, but he scored a pre-order on a low stock Switch 2 accessory! And Tom has updates about his house.