Home Theater Geeks (Video)

HTG 531: Center Speaker Recommendation - Transform Your Living Room Sound

Thu, 14 May 2026 09:00:00 PDT

Listener Zorawar Mann has a modest home theater system, but he lacks a center-channel speaker and wonders what he should get. He even sent some photos of his setup. Scott Wilkinson has some thoughts and recommendations that go beyond Zorawar's actual question.

Host: Scott Wilkinson

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HTG 530: DIY to the Nth Degree - Home Theater of the Month

Thu, 07 May 2026 15:00:00 PDT

Norwegian DIYer Bjorn Erik Forberg built himself a killer home theater, including the room itself as well as the speakers and acoustic diffusers. It's a real testament to the power of doing it yourself.

Check out the AVS build thread at http://www.avsforum.com/t/1416004/bef-from-norway-diy-uncompromising-theater

Host: Scott Wilkinson

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HTG 529: How to Add Atmos to In-Ceiling Speaker System - Optimizing for Movie Night!

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 12:00:00 PDT

Rajesh Goel is buying a new house, and the builder offers only one option for installing speakers in his media room. That option does not include Atmos. What's the best way to add overhead sound?

Host: Scott Wilkinson

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HTG 528: RIP 8K TVs - Death of a Resolution

Thu, 23 Apr 2026 14:00:00 PDT

All but one of the major TV manufacturers have now exited the 8K TV market. What caused this mass exodus? Scott Wilkinson discusses this unsurprising development.

Host: Scott Wilkinson

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HTG 527: Cables, Bananas, and Mud, Oh My! - A Blind Test Had Surprising Results

Thu, 16 Apr 2026 14:00:00 PDT

A forum called DIYAudio.com recently conducted a fascinating test among its readers: Could they tell the difference between audio signals passed through professional audio cables, wet mud, and bananas? The results might surprise you.

Host: Scott Wilkinson

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HTG 526: Chatroom Q&A Special 4! - Sony/TCL Joint Venture, BT.2020, Scott's Speakers, & More!

Thu, 09 Apr 2026 14:00:00 PDT

Looking to level up your home studio or theater? Scott takes real-time questions from the chat and reveals the surprising truths behind trendy A/V claims, from "100% BT.2020" TVs that don't actually deliver to whether AI-powered display adjustments are worth your money.

Host: Scott Wilkinson

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HTG 525: Deco Dream - Home Theater of the Month Interview!

Thu, 02 Apr 2026 15:00:00 PDT

Andre Sinclair is a home builder in Calgary, Alberta, Canada, so he has the resources to create an exceptional home theater, which is exactly what he has done. The design is definitely Art Deco, and the performance is undoubtedly spectacular. Andre talks with Scott Wilkinson about how it came to be so awesome.

Check out Andre's build thread on AVS Forum!

Host: Scott Wilkinson

Guest: Andre Sinclair

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HTG 524: Sony 2026 Product Announcements - Audio Dominates the New Lineup!

Thu, 26 Mar 2026 14:00:00 PDT

Each year, Sony announces its new audio and video products in the Spring, not at CES like most manufacturers. The 2026 crop of products is mostly audio, including two new soundbars, three new subwoofers, and a pair of surround satellites, along with one new TV. Scott Wilkinson reveals all in this episode.

Host: Scott Wilkinson

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HTG 523: TCL & Sony Join Forces - Behemoths Assemble!

Thu, 19 Mar 2026 14:00:00 PDT

Sony and TCL have announced an agreement whereby they will jointly develop consumer video and audio products. Interestingly, TCL will hold 51% of the joint venture, and Sony will hold 49%. Sony products will still carry the Sony and Bravia brand names. What does this mean for the future of Sony products?

Host: Scott Wilkinson

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HTG 522: What's Up With Vizio TVs? - What Happened After Walmart's Acquisition?

Thu, 12 Mar 2026 10:00:00 PDT

Brad Marman wonders what's up with Vizio TVs these days? Are they still around? Are they still good quality and value? Scott Wilkinson has some answers, but other answers are hard to come by.

Host: Scott Wilkinson

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