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January 2024 Newsletter

by Nyal Mellor January 20, 2024

Dreaming of a home theater but think you lack space? Think again. In this month's newsletter, we present a client's story who faced the challenge of not having a designated space for a home theater.  While considering converting the garage, the plan proved more challenging than anticipated due to complexities in obtaining building permits. The project encountered exceptional challenges that required unprecedented solutions.

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Another AVS HTotM! Reimagining Home Theaters in Small Spaces

by Nyal Mellor January 19, 2024

Discover how Acoustic Frontiers transformed a small space into a high-performance home theater and another AVS Forum Home Theater of The Month. Unique challenges and innovative solutions deliver an immersive audio-video experience.

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AVS Forum Home Theater Projects....22+ with 6 Home Theater of the Month Awards

by Nyal Mellor November 29, 2023

Here's the list of all the AVS Forum home theater projects we have helped design (in no particular order. Last update 11/29/23.

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October 2023 Newsletter

by Nyal Mellor November 06, 2023

"Check out a custom soundproofing solution we created for a client we first worked with in 2012, who later moved across the country in 2020 and downsized to a shared-wall condo. See how he is able to enjoy his media room at concert levels without disturbing his neighbors, and watch the step-by-step build process as documented by our client. Additionally, gain insights from U2 as they delve into their creative process in crafting a groundbreaking performance at the world's largest immersive venue, Sphere Las Vegas. And, as always, be sure to check out our deal and tip of the month."

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Stuck In the Middle: Soundproofing a Condo

by Nyal Mellor October 28, 2023

"I’m totally blown away by the project's outcome and can’t believe I can enjoy the room at concert levels without disturbing my neighbors!" Charlie H

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September 2023 Newsletter

by Nyal Mellor September 21, 2023

Check out our September newsletter, featuring an exclusive spotlight on CEDIA EXPO 2023. Our founder and CEO, Nyal Mellor, shares his insights after attending this year's event, highlighting the most exciting product demos and upcoming innovations in residential technology. In addition, check out a bonus deal in the "Deal of the Month" section, and see our expert "Tip of the Month."

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August 2023 Newsletter

by Nyal Mellor August 24, 2023

August's newsletter showcases a project for an electronic music producer who was particularly concerned about modal resonances and excessive reverberation affecting his bass monitoring and reverb/delay effects along with Acoustic Frontiers' solution.  In addition, check out a bonus deal in the  "Deal of the Month" section, and dive into a madVR Envy Extreme motion AI demo.

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Elevating Electronic Soundscapes: A Home Recording Studio Transformation Journey

by Nyal Mellor August 24, 2023

"Overall I really was impressed with their (Acoustic Frontiers) expertise in this niche space. I will definitely be working with them again in the future!"  - David T.

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July 2023 Newsletter

by Nyal Mellor July 20, 2023

See the transformation of an unfinished basement into an open and usable multi-media space, Trinnov introduces their WaveForming technology, and Twenty One Pilots drummer Josh Dun shows gives a tour of his incredible home studio.

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Transforming an Unfinished Basement into a High Performance Multi-Media Room

by Nyal Mellor July 13, 2023

Core home theater design package with addition of sound isolation, lighting and hush box design.

"The final results are phenomenal with detail and dynamics that are stunning" Andrew B.

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California Dreamin' - Another AVS Home Theater of The Month!

by Nyal Mellor June 15, 2023

Home theater design: audio/video layout, subwoofer placement optimization, baffle wall and riser; acoustic treatment.

"It's just a better experience overall (than a commercial theater)" Travis C.

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June 2023 Newsletter

by Nyal Mellor June 14, 2023

June's newsletter showcases the conversion of a double-wide garage into an "AVS Home Theater of the Month."  We also introduce Kaleidescape's rental service, highlight Trinnov's introduction of "Active Acoustics" technology, and provide a list of essential recording studio equipment for 2023.

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