Home Theater True

So Many Choices for Home Theaters
Where in the World (Wide-Web) do you start?
Right here!

Looking For Good Home Theater Systems Advice? Well -- Hello and welcome - my name is Phil Taylor. I have 28 years of professional experience in the hi-tech world of video, audio and television. I have had an interest and passion for home theatre for many years and was among the first audio/visual enthusiasts who adapted early A/V technology to create a theater environment in our homes for viewing movies. We first used film projectors -- 8mm, then 16mm (some more affluent enthusiasts even had 35mm gear) then VHS (and beta) tape as the components of home theater technology evolved.

It's a "whole new ballgame" nowadays as home cinema technology has advanced considerably. Modern home entertainment systems -- DVD players, satellite TV systems, SXRD DLP LCD and plasma big-screen TVs and the technology associated with home theater systems can be confusing or even overwhelming to many people. I will strive to apply my compiled knowledge, experience and research to this site and its content to help you make an informed decision toward your home theater system components purchase and installation -- whether you opt for a big-screen HDTV or video projector and screen for your video display device of choice.

Much of the advice here will be geared for those whom are just beginning their Home Theater project. However, this is a fresh "2006 Model" site so even if you are an experienced HT veteran - take a look around because you just never know what interesting bit of info you may discover herein. Select a topic category from the navigation bar on the left for more information.

My first bit of advice is that you do not have to spend a small fortune to achieve the desired "WOW factor" (unless you really want to). Great systems that will impress your family and friends can be built or purchased that can fit even the most modest of budgets. All you really need for the basic home cinema experience is a DVD player, a good (preferably large) video display device and digital surround sound and you too can begin to enjoy movies at home even more than before. For more basic system selection tips see the new section on home theater systems buyer's advice.

In my opinion one of the best home theater systems is one which can be incorporated into a family or living room. My personal DLP projector, screen and digital 5.1 surround audio system is unobtrusive and goes fairly unnoticed. Unnoticed until it is time to really enjoy a DVD movie, or view stunning HDTV programming complete with theater quality surround sound.

If you have a larger budget you may want a dedicated room for your home cinema experience. Likewise dedicated home theater rooms can range from a previously unused area in your basement to a new addition to your home - more information on casual versus dedicated can be found in the overall home theater room design section. You can also explore the added little extras that complete your home theater decor and make your home cinema viewing experience most enjoyable.

Look for a new section coming soon with installation tips to make your do-it-yourself home theater installation go just a bit smoother and trouble-free.