Jason Williams
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Co-authored Articles (16)
What Equalizer Settings Are Best for Bass? (And Other Equalizer Settings Explained)
Everyone wants their music to sound the best it possibly can, but equalizer settings can be rather overwhelming. Finding the ideal EQ settings for bass-heavy music can be particularly difficult, as you want a setting tha...
Why Is My TV Freezing and Pixelating? 12 Easy Solutions
If your TV is freezing and the picture becomes pixelated, this usually means the TV signal was disrupted or is weak generally. However, the specific reason may vary depending on your TV service provider and the type of T...
How to
Use a Mixer
An audio mixer, also known as a mixing board or a soundboard, is used to control the levels of multiple inputs so you can balance the sounds correctly. Mixing is an important process when you record music or perform live...
How to Use a Graphic Equalizer
Everything you need to know about how a graphic equalizer works and how to get the best setting A graphic equalizer, more commonly known as an EQ, is used to change the frequency response of selected sounds, such as par...
How to
Troubleshoot an Amp
Easy ways to troubleshoot an ampIf you like your music crisp and loud, you need a good amp in your setup. Unfortunately, amps break down from time to time, although they are relatively simple to diagnose. Inspect your am...
How to
Set Up AirPlay
AirPlay by Apple is a feature that allows you to stream content wirelessly from your iOS mobile device to an Apple TV, AirPort Express, AirPlay-enabled speakers, or a smart TV. Setting up AirPlay streaming requires you t...
Hook Up a Surround Sound System: Speakers, TV & Stereo
Do you want to improve your home audio? Maybe you want to set up a home theater system. Adding a surround sound is a great way to enhance your home movie-watching and gaming experience. A standard stereo system has tw...
What Are the Best Graphic Equalizer Settings for Voice? Tips for Professional Quality Audio
Mixing audio is half science, half art. If you're recording a podcast or an audiobook, you'll want to perfect the balance of the two to get the vocal track equalization just right. Knowing the best settings on your grap...
How to
Record from Mixer to Phone
A guide to using free Android & iPhone apps to record live audio from your mixer If you want to create music or sounds with your mixer but want them on your phone, you can do that. This wikiHow will teach you how to reco...
How to
Wire Speakers
A guide to properly placing and arranging home speakers and amplifiersEach speaker is a little different, but most of them will be wired in a similar way. This wikiHow will show you the most common way of wiring speakers...
Eliminating Microphone Feedback: Quick and Easy Solutions
Avoid painful high-pitched squeals with this easy-to-use-guide Feedback is a common problem that occurs when a microphone is connected to a speaker. The noise produced by the output is captured by the microphone, resulti...
How to
Extend Speaker Wires
You've found the perfect spot for your speakers and stereo equipment, and now you're ready to hook it all up—but your speaker wire isn't long enough to connect it to the amp. For a quick fix, you can twist the wires to...
How to Mount Any LCD, LED, or Flat-Screen TV on the Wall
A quick and easy guide to install a wall-mounted TV Looking for a cheap way to upgrade your home theater setup? Rather than keeping your LCD TV on a bulky entertainment center, it’s so easy to save space by mounting it...
How to
Mount a Flat Screen TV
Mounting a flat screen TV to your wall is an aesthetically pleasing experience that you're sure to enjoy. With the proliferation of flat screen, HD, and plasma TVs, more and more people have started mounting TVs to their...
How to
Fix Speaker Distortion
Listening to music is a great way to relax and reconnect with yourself. But if you’re trying to play music and it’s coming out distorted or crackly, it’s difficult to relax and enjoy it. There are a few things you ...
How to
Wall Mount a Plasma TV
Whether you’ve just made the big purchase or you’re already a proud owner who’s just looking for a change, figuring out how to mount your plasma TV to the wall can seem overwhelming. Don’t worry! We’re here to ...
