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With Bose Soundtouch Expansion products discontinued, here are some music zone options for those upgrading their Bose Lifestyle systems.
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How Much Does It Cost to Upgrade My Old Bose System to Sonos?
To replace a Bose Lifestyle home theater setup, the average cost for a top-of-the-line Sonos system, including installation and...
Craig Whitaker
Jul 41 min read
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Why Does the Volume Change Between Different Audio Sources?
This week, a client reached out asking why the volume on their patio speakers sounded lower when watching TV Â compared to streaming music...
Craig Whitaker
Jun 291 min read
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Can Sonos in-ceiling and in-wall speakers be installed in existing walls and ceilings?
A client recently asked whether Sonos in-ceiling and in-wall flush-mount speakers can be installed in existing ceilings and walls, and...
Craig Whitaker
Apr 61 min read
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Enhance Your Outdoor Living Space with Strong Wi-Fi
As outdoor living spaces become an extension of the home, seamless Wi-Fi connectivity is more important than ever. Whether you’re...
Craig Whitaker
Mar 161 min read
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Is it My Streaming Device or Bose Console?
This week, we received a call from a client whose Apple TV had stopped working through his Bose system. His question was, “Is it the Bose...
Craig Whitaker
Sep 14, 20241 min read
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Properly Accessing Your Streaming Video Services
With streaming services dominating the entertainment landscape, many clients encounter issues when trying to access platforms like...
Craig Whitaker
Sep 14, 20241 min read
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Can’t Get Internet Service, Can I still Stream?
As more clients switch to streaming-only, we understand that some in remote areas lack access to major providers, leaving them unable to...
Craig Whitaker
Mar 24, 20241 min read
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What Cables Should be Run for My TV During Construction?
Often during construction, not all the cables for the TV are installed. Remember, when planning, try and anticipate not just your current...
Craig Whitaker
Feb 11, 20242 min read
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Can My Bose System Wiring Be Used with non-Bose Speakers
In most cases, the answer is yes. The Bose cube speaker wires that were part of the Bose Lifestyle systems were typically either 16 or 18...
Craig Whitaker
Feb 4, 20241 min read
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Can I Use a Sonos Soundbar with My Projector?
This week, we conducted an interesting in-home consultation where our client expressed an interest in pairing a Sonos Arc with their...
Craig Whitaker
Sep 27, 20231 min read
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Comparing Music Streaming Services
As music streaming dominates how we listen to music, clients ask what streaming services do we recommend. Today we discuss Spotify, Apple...
Craig Whitaker
Aug 7, 20232 min read
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What is a Music Zone?
In all our audio proposals, the term "Music Zone" is frequently utilized. Clients often inquire about what exactly a Music Zone entails....
Craig Whitaker
Jul 23, 20231 min read
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Now is the Time to Check Your Outdoor Speakers
As the weather warms up and outdoor gatherings increase, it's nice to know your patio speakers are in top condition. Music plays a key...
Craig Whitaker
Apr 25, 20231 min read
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What is the Difference Between Bluetooth and Streaming Music
During a meeting with a client this week, a client wanted to stream music to his Bluetooth speakers. It quickly became apparent the...
Craig Whitaker
Apr 10, 20231 min read
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How Long Should I Run HDMI Cables
As many of our clients purchase new 4K and in some cases 8K TV’s, the length of the HDMI cables connecting various components to the TV’s...
Craig Whitaker
Apr 2, 20231 min read
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Why is Whitaker Brothers South Now Offering Sonos Systems
Clients have asked why we are now offering Sonos systems instead of Bose systems. The main reasons are reliability and product selection....
Craig Whitaker
Feb 13, 20231 min read
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Adding Your Cable Channels to Roku?
Recently, we wrote about upgrading your cable box to get the full benefit of a 4K TV. I upgraded my cable box because I noticed the...
Craig Whitaker
Oct 23, 20221 min read
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What is Invisible Sound
Interior Designers and clients have longed for great sound without seeing speakers. Manufacturers have continually shrunk the size of...
Craig Whitaker
Oct 17, 20221 min read
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Can I Connect Multiple TVs to a Single Cable Box?
With skyrocketing cable prices and many streaming video alternatives, more and more of our clients are asking if 1 cable box can be...
Craig Whitaker
Oct 10, 20221 min read
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Can I Pair My Phone to Multiple Devices?
A client called this week frustrated trying to Pair (connect) his phone to two (2) different devices, his TV Soundbar and wireless...
Craig Whitaker
Sep 26, 20221 min read
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