Posts by vince2

For best results, the enclosure should be matched to the speaker, which is why I recommended the Triads. However, even a home-made box may help with the problems that in-wall and in-ceiling speakers face like poor bass response, phase...

I don't think it's illegal. A lot of specialized equipment comes with proprietary software. As long as the equipment is only distributed through factory authorized dealers, then programmers must be factory authorized. Sometimes the...

I see where you are coming from, but you are shopping for speakers with your wallet instead of your ears. Why not buy a single pair first and see how they work for you? BTW, bathrooms and garages are considered high moisture areas. ...

I can't emphasize this enough DON'T SKIMP ON CEILING SPEAKERS! You get what you pay for (within reason). You don't need brackets installed for most decent brands, they come with ears for securing to drywall. If you only have $300 to...

Mike, if you use Triad speakers (a local company to you) they come fully enclosed. This improves the sound quality as well.

No need to apologize IMHO. Some things DO cost too much. How about a pair of 8' speaker cables for $24,000 ??? Yep, try Transparent Opus MM's. Point is, there is a range of options for every budget. The HA field is still relatively...

Quote: Originally Posted by penngray People are trying to say Crestron is like a fine ferrari or a incredible custom cabinet but I dont think that is true. Are the Parts inside the crestron components hand made? or are...

[quote=penngray] lol, yeah and the cabinet people say 10% of a home's costs is in Cabinets also :D Pool/Spa, people say 10% of the home cost is in Pool and accessories for it. :D Before I know it, 10 items take up 100% of my current...

Well, I tend to agree, but prices ARE coming down and the technology is getting better. Just needs a little more time before most "average" homes will have some sort of automation. High quality will always come at a high cost...

The lights are easy assuming a single circuit. Lutron makes a remote-controlled dimmer switch called the Maestro IR that is reasonably priced. Just wire it in place of the existing switch and use the provided remote or program your...