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Amateur Audiophile

Build Something Media, Justin Bethune, Neil Kagan, Chris Moreland

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Welcome to Amateur Audiophile, where you'll join hosts Neil and Justin each week as they dive into the world of home audio equipment. From vintage vinyl players to the latest in surround sound technology, they explore the nuances of sound through detailed reviews, engaging discussions, and hands-on testing. Whether you’re looking to upgrade your home theater or simply share a love for rich audio experiences, Amateur Audiophile is your guide to the best gear on the market. Tune in to discover ...
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My name is Steve Janz and I run a Home Theater and Home Automation Installation company called Technospeak. We have been in business for 10 years and counting and have installed millions of dollars of Home Theater and Home Automation equipment over the years. I am lucky enough to love what I do for a living and like helping others where we can. I am also a big believer in a life-long education which is why I started this blog. Our goal is always to provide Electronics Solutions for our clien ...
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Your go-to place for up-to-date plumbing and heating content! Home to Life at the Tap End by Altecnic as well as regular audio blogs and technical explainers for those who want to listen and learn on the move! Join our hosts Ed Morris, Technical Manager, and Stephanie Allchurch, Product Development Manager from Altecnic, plus other special guests taking some time to discuss the plumbing and heating industry as a whole.
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Send us a Text Message. Ready to transform your home audio experience? Tune in to this episode of Amateur Audiophile, where we dive into some of the most innovative listener-submitted setups! From a compact, yet mighty room featuring a massive screen and smart home integrations to a spacious haven with elaborate lighting and sound treatments, get i…
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Send us a Text Message. Ever wondered why Dolby Atmos towers over the surround sound landscape, or how an Auro-3D setup can change your home theater experience? Join Justin and Neil as they unravel the mysteries behind these audio formats. You’ll discover how Dolby Atmos became the industry benchmark and why Auro-3D, despite its early innovation, r…
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Send us a Text Message. Are high-end audio cables really worth the investment, or is it all just a marketing ploy? Join us on "Amateur Audiophile" as Justin and Neil challenge the myth that exceptional audio quality demands exorbitant spending on speaker cables. We start by breaking down misleading market practices, particularly targeting AudioQues…
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Send us a Text Message. Welcome back to another episode of Amateur Audiophiles! Join hosts Neil Kagan and Justin Bethune as they dive into the world of home theater setups, reviewing submissions from our amazing listeners. Produced by Chris Moreland, this episode promises a fun and engaging look at different home audio systems. We kick things off w…
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Send us a Text Message. Episode Description: Introduction: Welcome to "Amateur Audiophiles," where Justin and Neil dive into high-fidelity sound. This episode explores the fundamentals and nuances of bass in audio systems, including subwoofer placement and bass optimization. Personal anecdotes will help enhance your home audio experience. Episode S…
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Send us a Text Message. In this episode of the "Amateur Audiophile" podcast, hosts Justin Bethune and Neil Kagan dive into an extensive discussion about their latest audio equipment acquisitions and setup insights, reflecting their deep enthusiasm for home audio systems. Justin starts by sharing his incredible deal on a Marantz SR 6011 receiver and…
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In this audio blog, PR & Communications Executive, Georgia Cantrill, unravels the complexities of heating systems to provide a guide on how to unlock their full potential. Georgia covers the purpose of balancing, consequences of an imbalanced system, and how to find a full solution to provide comfort and optimise performance for the end user.…
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Join us as we are joined by Damon Blakemore, heat pump installer, to discuss how heat pumps and low carbon solutions are changing the game for installers within the plumbing and heating industry. We discuss the importance of heat pump training for installers and how it is shaping the future of the trade. Whether you're a homeowner, an installer, or…
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In our latest episode, Ed Morris, Technical Manager at Altecnic, & Steve Elsmore, Senior Technical Support at Altecnic deep dive into the future of training in the plumbing and heating industry, bringing insights straight from the installers themselves. Join Ed & Steve as they explore the burning questions about the changing landscape of plumbing a…
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BIM (Building Information Modelling) is the process of creating and managing information on a construction project throughout its whole lifecycle. Georgia Cantrill, PR & Communications Assistant at Altecnic, gives a quick overview of what BIM is, how it works, and how it may impact the plumbing and heating industry.…
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Controlling the safety and hygiene of a water system is an essential element of the overall safety of end-users; preventing scalding and ensuring the growth of harmful bacteria and pseudomonas is minimised should be a priority of those who design, install and maintain the system. In this audio blog we discuss how thermal balancing valves can play a…
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An increasingly popular solution to homeowner’s desire to save long term has been the drive towards integrating renewable heat sources into existing building technologies. One way of achieving this is through the use of the suns natural heat, or solar thermal as it is known. However, it is important that people are aware that the installation of a …
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Family Affair Installment 1: Now, living with his uncle & cousin after his mom abandoned him, Wesley learns their “man servant,” fills more than one role & hole in the house. This episode is also available as a blog post: https://rjlstories.wordpress.com/2021/04/21/family-affair-installment-1/ --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify…
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During episode 3, we're getting you up to speed on CIBSE CP1! Recently released in January 2021, CP1 is a code of practice to ensure safety and best practice when building heat networks. Save yourself some time and join Ed Morris and Neil Parry for an in-depth discussion on everything you need to know moving forward.…
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In our second episode of Life at the Tap End, Ed Morris is joined by Lee Brown (@ThePeakyPlumber - Twitter) and Joe Baker (@Iamthejoeybaker - Instagram). We're discussing mental health within our industry and what we can do to knock down the walls of stigma that surround it! As mentioned during the podcast, Altecnic and any of the people speaking a…
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Let's dive into the first-ever episode of Life at the Tap End, with Ed Morris & Stephanie Allchurch. Join us as we discuss everything thermostatic mixing valves, women in engineering and thought leadership. For more information on TMV2 & TMV3 take a look at our blog: https://www.altecnic.co.uk/news/#!tmv2-tmv3-valve-differences…
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This podcast covers the things to looks for in a Low Voltage prewire when purchasing a new home. Many builders selling expensive homes are installing Low Voltage prewires that are almost useless. If you want whole house Wi-fi, trouble free network connected devices, neatly tucked away wiring and TV connections that let you connect any service, list…
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This podcast continues to discuss when the Right Time is to call in a Home Automation contractor for a New Construction Build. Specifically we discuss when your Home Automation project scope and cost should be locked down as well as when the Home Automation contractor should do the actual work.By Steve
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