The world of streaming music is exploding. Since the early days (well if you consider 2001 early) of Rhapsody and Pandora, which are still major players, the types and choices of streaming music services have expanded into a mind boggling array. I’ve already reviewed Pandora, MOG, and Spotify in earlier blogs, so I thought it …
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Leon’s 2011 Holiday Gift Suggestions
It’s the time of year we like to put together some great holiday gift ideas for you. I think this year’s list has real breakthrough products that will become audio classics over time. Most of the items here are truly amazing for the money. The first place choice is a new system from Lenbrook, parent …
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Audio Advice at Wake County Parade of Homes (Update 10/13)
(10/13 Update) Both homes with Audio Advice installations were recognized in the category of homes priced from $949,000 to $2, 495,000 in the 46th annual Parade. Intrada Grande, a Cary home by Pegram Residential in MacGregor Downs, received a perfect score. The Gold prize was awarded to Chateau Grayson Elizabeth II, by Phil Miller Construction, …
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Leon checks out Spotify
Spotify, a Swedish DRM music service has landed in the USA! Currently Spotify will work on Windows, Mac, and Linux computers and can be accessed via a Sonos player or the Logitech Squeezebox. There are three levels of service, free, unlimited, and premium. Most of Spotify’s current users in Europe have signed up for the …
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Why you want to attend our Digital Living event!
Did you know music is literally everywhere? Yes, it’s in the air, on your computer, all over the internet, on your phone, and probably sitting with dust on your shelves! There is a revolution going on in the music world. An amazing amount of music can be at your fingertips, with ease of use and …
Read MoreLeon takes the new musicBox for a spin
I’ve got another new toy in my home: the Peachtree musicBox. Of course, there is a story behind it. Since moving to a new home 5 years ago, I have never had a permanent office. We’ve been doing a lot of DIY stuff around the house, so my rickety 25 year old computer desk always …
Read MoreHave you heard about MOG?!!
For those of you who embrace the concept of getting music from the cloud, MOG is the latest and greatest in the race for your monthly subscription. First, let me give you a quick run-down of what I mean by cloud based music. Music broadcasting started with regular old AM and FM radio. It was …
Read MoreThe Year’s Best in Audio and Video from Leon
In looking back over all the blog entries I’ve written this year, I thought it would be fun to review the products I installed in my own home in 2010 that I enjoy the most. My first item is probably a favorite for a lot of you. I got an iPad a few months ago …
Read MoreStocking Stuffers from Santa Leon
Santa Leon went out and asked our sales elves what their favorite stocking stuffers are for this holiday season. They sent a lot of great ideas, so we’re featuring the top Audio Advice holiday gift ideas in this blog. Nearly everyone’s top choice was Grado headphones. Grado has been making wonderful headphones for ages. Our …
Read MoreGoogle TV: Leon’s Take
This is more of a review so it’s going to be a bit longer than my normal blogs. I’ve spent some time with the Google TV box and have formed some definite opinions. Below you see a picture of the back panel and the included remote control. The USB inputs are for accessory devices such …
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