Items Tagged with audio
Lab Rats
#289 / 2011-09-19 17:00:00 / 25:30 min.
The rise of the iPod (and iPhone) essentially killed the boombox and stereo system. Gone was the need for a CD player/cassette combo. Instead, an adapter was required to somehow get the music off of your iPod and onto your home theater. Thankfully, some industrious people decided to take the iPod experience and build a speaker system around it: hence, the iPod Dock.
Gadget TV
#269 / 2011-09-19 14:00:00 / 2:49 min.
If you're an avid concert goer or a firearms enthusiast (or both... just please keep them as separate hobbies), these high-tech earplugs might be just what the doctor ordered. Although at $500, you may just have a heart attack from sticker shock. The Etymotic EB-15 BlastPLG earplugs protect ears from sharp or sustained noise above safe levels.
Gadget TV
#264 / 2011-08-24 11:01:25 / 4:06 min.
SanDisk's latest, the Sansa Clip Zip, is a low-end digital audio player well suited to the Shuffle set. Priced competitively with the Shuffle (Apple's tiny DAP is the most logical comparison), the Clip Zip brings some features the Shuffle can't touch. Expandable storage via inexpensive microSD, radio play and voice recording. Oh yeah, and the 1.1-inch color screen. If you're looking for an inexpensive player for the gym, cycling or running, the Clip Zip is a solid bet. Budget a little extra for a pair of decent headphones though.
How do I use a Sonos
#6 / 2011-08-22 10:00:00 / 3:05 min.
In this episode, we'll show you a little work-around trick that allows you to
use AirPlay with your Sonos system
. The main trick is that you'll need both anAirPort Express
device and at least one Sonos zone controller with an audio in port.
How do I use a Sonos
#5 / 2011-08-19 10:00:00 / 2:40 min.
There are a number of ways to control your Sonos system. The most obvious is by using a computer, either a desktop or laptop, but there is also a Sonos brand controller. Much more affordable, however, is a mobile app that you can download for your iPhone or iPad through iTunes or to your Android device over the Android Market.
How do I use a Sonos
#4 / 2011-08-18 10:00:00 / 4:17 min.
One of the greatest benefits to owning a
Sonos system
is the ability to control your music from anywhere in the home. Another is the ability to manage the various devices you have set up and manage what music is played on those zones. We'll show you how that works in this episode.
How do I use a Sonos
#3 / 2011-08-17 10:00:00 / 3:35 min.
In this episode we'll show you how to add music libraries on your
Sonos system
. We'll also show you how to set upmusic streaming services
and access Internet radio stations so you can expand your listening library. That way you'll never run out of music no matter where you are in the house.
How do I use a Sonos
#2 / 2011-08-16 10:00:00 / 3:18 min.
Once you've got your Sonos system products together, your next step is to install them and go through the set up process. This can differ depending on what Sonos devices you ended up purchasing, and how you want to connect to your local network, but we'll walk you through the process regardless of whether you've got one zone player or a number of them and a Sonos Bridge.
How do I use a Sonos
#1 / 2011-08-15 10:00:00 / 4:04 min.
Once you have a
Sonos zone player
, you're only a few steps away from being able towirelessly stream music
through your home. In this episode, we'll walk you through the installation process and introduce you to some of the available products. We'll also show you some of your options for wirelessly controlling your Sonos devices.
How do I use a Sonos
#7 / 2011-08-15 10:00:00 / 20:03 min.
Sonos devices are fairly high-end audio devices that can be used to
listen to music wirelessly
throughout your entire house. You'll need specificSonos players
of course, but once you've got these set up, you can create zones in your house, wirelessly control music, manage playlists and more.
Tutorials
#933 / 2011-08-15 09:30:00 / 1:33 min.
Ringdroid allows you to create your own
custom ringtones for your Android smartphone
. Since the number of default ringtones available on Android devices can be limited at times, this can be a great help. We'll show you how to use thefree Ringdroid app
to create custom ringtones using audio files on your Android in this episode.
Gadget TV
#241 / 2011-05-30 12:00:00 / 3:04 min.
PureBeats, not to be confused with Beats by Dr. Dre, are relatively inexpensive in-ear phones that offer excellent sound quality at a relative bargain price. At about $50, these PureBeats feature the flat cable that is currently en vogue. They're capable phones and the addition of the in-line mic with single remote button is welcome. As is the subtraction of $100 from the Monster Beats by Dr. Dre Tour In-Ear Headphones. While not as fashion-forward as Monster's phones, they're stylish and more importantly, do their job well.
Neo-Fight.tv
#338 / 2011-05-12 17:00:00 / 12:02 min.
Apparently, every audiophile knows that an amp and speaker combo is better than an amp and speaker in one. Audioengine's N22 amp and speaker package abides. Ben and Heather also take a look at a pair of heavy duty earbuds for fitness fanatics, the Yurbuds Ironman.
What is the Roku
#5 / 2011-03-25 10:00:00 / 5:15 min.
The
Roku settings menu
is where you go if you want tochange your Roku device settings
. You can also go here tosearch for updates
or do afactory reset of your Roku
. Of course, it's also where you go if you want tochange video and audio settings
,set up a new network
,change your screensaver settings
and more.
How do I - Shoot better videos
#2 / 2011-02-22 10:00:00 / 5:45 min.
While this series is about
shooting better quality video
, a large part of your video's quality comes from its audio.Poor audio quality
can be a distraction and can detract from even the best videos that youshoot in HD
. In this episode, we'll go over the importance ofquality audio in your videos
and tell you how you canimprove the quality of your audio
usingaudio accessories and microphones
.
Gadget TV
#214 / 2011-02-21 12:00:00 / 3:15 min.
A relative unknown in the world of audiophile headphones until recently, the Phonak Audeo PFE 012 and 022 come on the heels of the acclaimed PFE 1XX series. Tuned for bass audience the PFE 012 and 022 took end user and audiophile reviews to heart in an attempt to create the perfect earbuds at an impressive (given the category and the competition) price point.
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#418 / 2011-01-15 10:24:12 / 4:29 min.
Tablets were the in-thing at CES 2011. Not content to sit on the sidelines and watch, multimedia company Creative came out with its own tablet. The 10-inch Ziio Android Tablet is not just another Android tablet. OK, it is. But it does a bunch of entertainment-centric stuff too and is custom built for photos, movies and music... much more in-line with Creative's expertise.
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#412 / 2011-01-14 15:02:24 / 5:03 min.
iHome with AirPlay takes the concept of music servers and wireless music streaming out of the realm of the home networking geek and into a simple and elegant reality. This system streams music from an iPad, MacBook or iPhone lossless over the network to the iW1 letting you listen anywhere.
Tutorials
#868 / 2010-12-20 09:30:00 / 1:42 min.
If you enjoy
listening to audio books
, then theAudible app for Android
is just the thing for you. Audible lets youplay back your audio books
and also allows you toshop through Audible's library
for new audio books to get. We show you how to use the app andfind the audio books
you're looking for in this episode.
How Do I build a PC
#9 / 2010-10-21 09:00:00 / 1:47 min.
In this episode, we show you
how to install a sound card
into yourcustom computer
. Though most motherboards have adequate on-boardsolutions for audio
, you might want to upgrade to a higher quality sound card forTHX certified sound
and top of the line audio.
Getting down with GarageBand
#6 / 2010-10-18 09:00:00 / 4:41 min.
In this episode, we show you how you can
record instruments or voices
to use in yourGarageBand projects
. There are a number of ways torecord sounds for GarageBand
like byusing a microphone
or byusing a USB or FireWire
connector. Once you know how toimport sounds to GarageBand
you can start creating really unique music.
Gadget TV
#162 / 2010-10-08 12:00:00 / 2:08 min.
As the product's title suggests, the BlackBerry Remote Stereo Gateway is a ... gateway between your ... BlackBerry and your ... stereo. Be it a home or a car stereo, this gadget connects to any A2DP capable Bluetooth device and streams music in stereo. Connect to your system via 3.5mm jack or RCA cables, both of which come in the box.
What is Bluetooth and how do I use it?
#4 / 2010-09-23 09:00:00 / 3:02 min.
For those of you who have high standards when
listening to music
, we'll show you how toconnect a stereo Bluetooth headset
. These headsets use aBluetooth specification
called A2DP for your listening pleasure and many haveplayback controls and microphones
built in so you can stillanswer calls on your headset
.
60-Second App - Apple
#16 / 2010-07-12 10:00:00 / 1:13 min.
For those of you out there who are musically inclined, we'd like to introduce you to
Bebot - Robot Synth
. It's amusical synthesizer application
for theiPhone
oriPad
that features an animated robot who vocalizes your synthesized sounds. This app has a variety ofsound effects
and a number of options that makecomposing music
a lot of fun. Plus its touch screen controls with multi-touch capabilities make for a lot of potential.
Pimp my PC
#36 / 2010-06-17 17:00:00 / 4:38 min.
You probably have gigs and gigs of music sitting in iTunes, ready to play at a whim. However, anyone stopping by your desk at work can immediately see that you're listening to your music instead of focusing on the task at hand. Fear thee not. Lucas offers up details on CoverSutra, an unobtrusive iTunes pimp that'll optimize your iTunes experience.
Tutorials
#578 / 2010-02-17 09:30:00 / 1:40 min.
A nice feature of Android phones is that they offer
multiple volume levels for different phone functions
. You can have your phone ringer set to one volume level and your volume for media set to another. Here's how!
Gadget TV
#71 / 2009-12-28 12:00:00 / 2:44 min.
The earbuds that came with your phone are probably, how do we put this delicately, an abomination in plastic and copper. No, that's too kind... Whatever, they're probably junk. V-MODA whose products we've looked at in a previous episode of Gadget TV bring high-end audio performance, good looks and the in-line mic that you need to chat hands-free on your mobile.
Lab Rats
#201 / 2009-12-21 17:00:00 / 19:46 min.
Andy and Sean take an updated look at the cables needed to get a high def picture from your multimedia equipment to your high definition TV.
Gadget TV
#61 / 2009-11-25 12:00:00 / 4:29 min.
ViewSonic may be among the first names you think of when considering desktop LCD monitors. However, it's probably not be the first name you that comes to mind when thinking about portable electronics. That may change with the HD MovieBook VPD400. This light-weight, 4.2-inch screened portable media player (PMP) comes in at about $140 but still manages to offer a good solution for taking your content like pictures, videos and music with you.
Tutorials
#471 / 2009-11-05 09:31:00 / 1:52 min.
Cut out the beginning of a lecture, before the prof starts talking. Cut out the droning ending of a presentation and more with the voice memo editing features built into the Voice Memo app on your iPhone. It's easy to do. Here's how.
Tutorials
#469 / 2009-11-04 09:31:00 / 1:48 min.
With iPhone software version 3.0, iPhone users will have noticed a new app on their trusty mobile. The
Voice Memo app
lets you record a lecture, an interview or a note to self with ease. Here's how it works.
The Sweet Stuff: Software
#18 / 2009-10-22 12:00:00 / 3:44 min.
Downloading
. It's fun, it's educational, and it's how you get to try lots of cool software. You candownload programs
, you can download documents, you can download pictures... you can evendownload TV shows and movies
. At times you may do so many downloads you wish you had a way to manage them. Well, here are three free download managers that you can try.
Feel the Beat with FL Studio
#10 / 2009-09-11 09:00:00 / 2:37 min.
Andrew Carr delves into some of the more advanced
FL Studio tips and tricks
to round out our 10 partFL Studio video how to series
. These tips make it easy to create patterns from loops and evenbeat-match different samples and loops in FL Studio
. These tips are guaranteed to launch your music career. Guarantee not guaranteed. If you do go multi-platinum though, remember where you got your start though, OK?
Feel the Beat with FL Studio
#8 / 2009-09-09 09:00:00 / 3:42 min.
While there are a bunch of samples pre-recorded and available in
FL Studio
, bringing in your own samples, your own voice, a guitar chord, a piano roll or even crashing pots and pans allows you to expand your piece.FL Studio
supportsrecording MIDI instruments
as well as just about any sound generating device that can plug into your soundcard, including your microphone.
Feel the Beat with FL Studio
#6 / 2009-09-07 09:00:00 / 3:32 min.
FL Studio
has a wide array ofeffects and a powerful mixer board
that let you take control of your sound. Andrew Carr continues our 10-part video how-to onFL Studio
with a close look at these program features.
Feel the Beat with FL Studio
#5 / 2009-09-04 09:00:00 / 3:53 min.
We've got a beat. We've got a melody. Now it's time to change the arrangement in the
FL Studio song playlist
. Andrew Carr runs throughhow to arrange patterns
into songs and shows us how to split our patterns and use them to create a bonafide electronic song.
Feel the Beat with FL Studio
#3 / 2009-09-02 09:00:00 / 4:07 min.
Now that we've figured out how to lay down a beat, it's time to experiment with some of the various
sounds and modules
that are available inFL Studio
to create our own style. There's a world of possibilities just with the pre-loaded sounds and modules in FL Studio and experimentation is the key to finding just the right sound.
Feel the Beat with FL Studio
#2 / 2009-09-01 09:00:00 / 3:17 min.
Introductions out of the way, we'll take a look at how to
create a solid beat in FL Studio
. Layering snare drum, bass, high hat, claps and (if you so desire) more cowbell in the step sequencer. You'll be amazed at how easy it is to lay down your first beat inFL studio
.
Feel the Beat with FL Studio
#1 / 2009-08-31 09:00:00 / 4:17 min.
FL Studio
is a powerful program that lets youcreate electronic music
, import your own beats, instrument recordings and even MIDI tracks. Andrew Carr starts off this 10-partFL Studio video tutorial
series with an introduction to the FL Studio interface.
Gadget TV
#24 / 2009-08-19 12:00:00 / 3:45 min.
Listening to music on your iPod or other digital audio player is a decidedly solitary experience.
Chill Pill Audio
's namesake speakers look to remedy that. This giant pill-shaped speaker set breaks apart and comes with all necessary cables loaded in nifty retractable bays on the speakers. They're also perfect for sharing the lecture that you recorded with the Chill Pill Audio RapCap mic, seen in the previous episode of Gadget TV.
Gadget TV
#23 / 2009-08-17 12:00:00 / 2:12 min.
Where other digital audio players come with a built-in microphone for
recording quick voice memos or to save a college lecture
for posterity (and subsequent sharing with friends who couldn't seem to separate head from pillow that morning), the iPod offers no such perk. Enter the RapCap. This tiny little microphone plugs into the headphone port of compatible iPods, or even the iPhone, and lets yourecord audio to your iPod
, including the iPod Touch. These recordings can be pulled from your iPod easily via iTunes. Not bad for $15.
Gadget TV
#22 / 2009-08-14 12:00:00 / 2:14 min.
The headphones that come with iPhones and other smartphones are notoriously crappy. Sure, they produce decent sound and granted, they have an inline microphone, but the comfort and overall sound quality are lacking.
V-MODA's Vibe II with Microphone
are one answer. At $120 they're a luxurious, if a little pricey, solution. Thesesound isolation headphones
feature a great inline mic, feature Kevlar and gold among their building materials and look super snazzy to boot.
Gadget TV
#19 / 2009-08-07 12:00:00 / 2:40 min.
In the dog-days of summer, thoughts turn to pools and patios and, in the evening hours, hot tubs. Centrios wants to make pool parties even more enjoyable with its
Floating Wireless Speaker for iPod and MP3
which, as the derivative product title suggests, is afloating wireless speaker for iPods and other MP3 players
. Thisfloating speaker
system kicks out decent monophonic sound, keeps your iPod safely away from the splash zone with its claimed 30 meter range. It includes a remote control (notably not waterproof though), lets youlisten to your iPod while in the water
and charges said iPod to boot. Not a bad deal at as little as $30 on sale.
Tutorials
#326 / 2009-07-28 09:30:00 / 2:56 min.
Lets say you're on a site like YouTube and you've come to watch some videos. The
video is playing just fine, but there's no sound
. What the heck is wrong with your computer? Here are some things you can check whiletroubleshooting and fixing computer audio problems
.
Gadget TV
#14 / 2009-07-10 12:00:00 / 3:12 min.
Podcasters, whether potential or current, students, lecturers, jam session musicians and anyone that needs to record high-quality audio without lugging around a ton of AV gear, take heed. The Belkin GoStudio uses the iPod (see full show notes for supported iPod models) to record stereo audio using L+R directional microphones, a stereo 3.5mm input or even high-end XLR microphones.
The Sweet Stuff: Software
#4 / 2009-06-25 12:00:00 / 2:44 min.
This week in the Sweet Stuff Software, Michael "Doc" Callahan looks at
five free media players
. Each is a bit different, but all of them do a great job and all of them arefree software
. Check out the show and then download the ones you want to try.
Understanding iPhone 3.0
#5 / 2009-06-18 11:00:00 / 3:53 min.
In addition to all the new features in
iPhone 3.0 firmware
, there's also a new standard app.Voice Memo on iPhone 3.0
is a quick and easy way to make a quick recording.
Lab Rats
#173 / 2009-06-01 17:00:00 / 17:39 min.
iTunes is powerful software for managing your movie and music collection. However, incorrectly tagged songs and albums that you've downloaded or ripped, digital rights management (DRM) and other issues can hamper the experience. To cure your iTunes and iPod Shuffle ills, Sean and Andy show you some ways to bend iTunes to your will, so you can use it more efficiently!
Windows Live Messenger
#8 / 2009-04-01 09:00:00 / 2:24 min.
In the early days of chat people simply typed text messages to one another. Today, if you have a webcam, your contacts can see you as you chat. It's a great feature for parents who are traveling to see their children, long distance friends to keep in touch and so on. Windows Live Messenger is ready and able to handle your webcam. Here's how.
Rocking with Winamp
#1 / 2009-03-09 09:00:00 / 2:08 min.
A big music fan are ya? Well, then does Winamp Media Player have something for you. You can listen to your own music, but there's so much more. Listen to music remotely with Winamp Remote, listen to free online radio, television, and podcasts. If it has to do with media you can check it out in Winamp.
Tune in: Novice guide to iTunes
#4 / 2009-01-29 09:00:00 / 2:30 min.
Podcasts are video and audio files that you can download, often for free, and watch on your computer or a media player like the iPod, iPhone, Zune and others. iTunes has an extensive library of video and audio podcasts available. All you need to do is subscribe and these podcasts will be downloaded and synced automatically as new episodes are released.
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#76 / 2009-01-19 13:30:00 / 3:38 min.
For the recording audiophile, it doesn't get any better than Samson's Zoom recorder. And with the new H4n, the proposition just got that much more tempting.
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#75 / 2009-01-19 12:30:00 / 3:17 min.
Radio, audio playback, video playback ... plus personal alarm, high-frequency mosquito repellent, flashlight, hand-cranked mobile phone charger and breathalyzer. All in one not quite pocket-sized device. An A for effort.
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#26 / 2009-01-09 16:30:00 / 3:35 min.
You too can roll like Bill Gates, taking your audio into every room in your house. The aptly titled Wireless Home Audio System from Linksys by Cisco is an audio ecosystem that allows you to play your music from any room in the house and even have your music follow you as you move from room to room.
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#15 / 2009-01-08 17:30:00 / 3:01 min.
Shure is a well known name in the professional recording space. In fact, the mics and some of the other gear we're using on the CES show floor to bring all the updates to you is made by none other than Shure.
That said, the company is entering a more consumer friendly space. Take a look!
That said, the company is entering a more consumer friendly space. Take a look!
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#14 / 2009-01-08 16:30:00 / 3:10 min.
We witnessed a radio renaissance of sorts at the Consumer Electronics Show. Radio has gone digital with HD Radio. While it's not high definition (the accepted meaning of HD) it is clearer than traditional radio by a wide margin. Though in fairness, we couldn't hear anything above the din of the show floor.
In Depth with IrfanView
#8 / 2008-12-31 09:30:00 / 2:35 min.
You might be amazed at the number of options you have to choose from when using IrfanView. Buckle your seat belt and we'll get in to just some of them. These advanced options may seem intimidating at first, but they let you tell IrfanView how you want it to behave... and you certainly won't be wanting for options.
Lab Rats
#148 / 2008-11-24 17:00:00 / 25:02 min.
Andy and Sean break through the acronyms and jargon as they demystify audio files. Should you choose a "lossy" format like MP3 when converting your aging CD collection to your computer and digital audio player? Or should you choose a "lossless" format like FLAC? What is an MP3? What about AAC and WAV? And how about DRM? All these terms and more are demystified in classic Lab Rats style.
Tutorials
#36 / 2008-11-10 14:34:28 / 1:52 min.
Today we'll show you how to get quick and easy access to the system volume in Windows. The volume icon in the Windows task bar enables you to control the overall volume of Windows as well as the individual input (like a microphone) and output (speakers or a headset) components.
Miss Download
#2 / 2008-10-27 00:00:00 / 2:50 min.
CDs are so 1990. Miss Download, AKA Cheryl Poirier, has a simple tool that makes it easy to get your music off the polycarbonate discs that currently hold it and on to your portable audio player. It's called FreeRip and, as the name implies, it's a completely free audio ripper. It can rip to and convert common audio formats like MP3, WMA, WAV and even Vorbis.
Tutorials
#2 / 2008-10-21 00:00:00 / 2:00 min.
Tadaa!
Windows sounds are a little on the boring side. We show you how to create your own set to act as your computing soundtrack. Change one or more sounds, from the Windows start-up music to the critical battery alarm, and set your own sounds to personalize your PC.
Windows sounds are a little on the boring side. We show you how to create your own set to act as your computing soundtrack. Change one or more sounds, from the Windows start-up music to the critical battery alarm, and set your own sounds to personalize your PC.
Lab Rats
#41 / 2006-09-11 17:00:00 / 23:27 min.
Andy and Sean look at first generation players that play Blu ray and HD DVD discs.
Feel the Beat with FL Studio
Andrew Carr shows us
how to use FL Studio
in thisvideo tutorial series
. Running through everything fromusing the step sequencer in FL Studio
, toimporting loops into FL Studio
. We look at thepiano roll
,using the MIDI interface
and much more. Then, when our musical masterwork is complete, we discoverhow to export MP3 and WAV files from FL Studio
.
Gadget TV
Andrew Moore-Crispin takes a close look at the latest and greatest gadgets and gear as they're released. Gaming systems, cell phones, GPS units, laptops, netbooks, cameras and much much more get the Gadget TV treatment. On Gadget TV, the gadget is the star of the show.
How do I use a Sonos
Sonos devices are fairly high-end audio devices that can be used to listen to music wirelessly throughout your entire house. You'll need specific Sonos players of course, but once you've got these set up you can create zones in your house, wirelessly control music, manage playlists and more.
Rocking with Winamp
Winamp is a music and media player par excellence. Listen to music remotely with Winamp Remote, listen to free online radio, television, and podcasts. If it has to do with media you can check it out in Winamp.
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