If you’re looking for a projector, whether that’s for a home theater installation or another room in the house, you’ve got options. HD or 4K? Lamp or laser? Not to mention the screen!
Thankfully, First Priority Audio is here to help. Our AV company in Fort Lauderdale, FL, knows all about the latest projectors and developments on the market. Below, we answer commonly asked questions to shed some light on 4K and laser projectors.
Once you’ve upgraded to surround sound, there’s no going back. Suddenly, you can hear everything clearly and balanced—dialogue is clear, sound effects are impactful, and you don’t have to raise and lower the volume constantly.
Whether you’re building a luxury home theater, upgrading a media room, or want surround sound in the living room, you’ve got plenty of options. In this guide, we’ll walk you through in-wall and freestanding speaker options, answering commonly asked questions from our customers in Hypoluxo, FL.
JBL is perhaps most known for its portable speakers, ‘party speakers’ and soundbars. But did you know JBL also manufactures high-end in-wall speakers?
The JBL Synthesis speaker line is intentionally built for home theaters and listening rooms that require high-performance sound. The line includes circular in-ceiling speakers, in-wall loudspeakers, and in-wall subwoofers for extra power. And these aren’t your average home speakers—they’re built with the same quality you’d expect in a commercial movie theater.
Let’s look at the history of JBL Synthesis, what sets it apart from JBL’s other speakers, and how you can bring it to your Parkland, FL, home with help from a local JBL dealer.
If you have an eye for interior design, you probably don’t want clunky gray or black boxes interfering with your home’s appearance.
That’s why we love the audio manufacturer Bang & Olufsen. The company designs speakers with aesthetics in mind, resulting in stunning devices that blend into your home’s interiors.
Dedicated audiophiles and casual music lovers in Parkland, FL, can now find B&O sound systems at First Priority Audio. Our new partnership with the brand means you can “test drive” these three audio products in our showroom. See how they’ll suit different areas of your home!
It’s a common misconception that home theaters don’t need any special attention for lighting. You just turn off the lights and watch a movie, right?
But when key light sources are placed strategically throughout the room, you can greatly enhance the theater atmosphere and experience and will find yourself enjoying the space more frequently.
Here’s how we use lighting design to create beautiful, luxury home theaters in the Palm Beach, FL area.
Football season is just around the corner, and if you want to make the most of each game this year, have you considered upgrading to a surround sound system?
Whether you watch in a home theater, media room, or living room, a surround sound setup will immerse you in games as if you’re part of the action. So how can you get started with surround sound?
Some homeowners think they use standard speakers and plug them in around the room. Or maybe they can install a ‘3D’ soundbar and call it a day. Truthfully, there’s a lot more to surround sound than that. You need the right equipment, placement, and correct number of speakers to achieve true surround sound.
Here’s how you can upgrade gameday audio in your Lighthouse Point, FL home!
Imagine it’s game day, and in your media room or home theater, you’re immersed in the roar of the crowd, blaring of whistles, and yells from the team like you’re really in the stadium.
If you’re a football fan, now’s the time to upgrade your home entertainment with high-end audio. Built-in TV speakers will unfortunately never deliver the immersion that’s possible with a stereo or surround sound system.
Just like great audio can pull you into a movie, the same can be true for sporting events. So whether you watch the NFL, college football, or both, here’s how you can improve game-day audio in your Parkland, FL home.
This November, we’re celebrating 20 years of business here in Fort Lauderdale, FL. 20 years! So much has changed in the world of audio, video, and smart home automation, and we’re taking this time to reflect on how far we’ve come.
To celebrate, we sat down with five team members to ask them about their experience at First Priority Audio. Everyone had their own unique responses—besides question three. All were in agreement for that answer!
When most people hear ‘home theater,’ they first think of an immense wall-sized screen. Visuals are undoubtedly important, but the display is only half of the equation! For a truly cinematic experience, you need a high-fidelity surround sound system that brings realistic audio to every movie scene.
With the right speaker system, you’ll be able to appreciate why ‘Sound Mixing’ and ‘Sound Editing’ are categories for the Academy Awards. Whether you’re in the midst of a city-wide chase or depths of the jungle, you’ll hear every tiny detail alongside rumbling bass notes.
To get the most out of your Palm Beach, FL home theater setup, you won’t want to settle for internal TV speakers, a soundbar, or old computer speakers. Read on to see what the best solutions are for surround sound in a modern home theater.
It’s projects like these that make us think, ‘Wow, we have the coolest job.’
The First Priority Audio team recently had the pleasure of working on a new home build in the Lighthouse Point, FL-area. We partnered with the custom home builder to design and install unique AV solutions across a new home theater, living room, and even pool house entertainment system.
Whether you’re interested in a home theater installation for your own home or are simply curious, take a peek inside our project below. We share all the equipment brands used and our methods of creating a seamless, eye-catching media experience.
A room may have all the equipment to play the part of a home theater—a large display, surround sound speakers, and cinema seating. But without acoustic treatments, it won’t feel comfortably immersive like a professional cinema should.
When many homeowners assemble a home theater, they skip one of the last steps—acoustics. You might think, It’s fine. What do acoustic panels even do, anyway? Well, without acoustic treatments, some sound frequencies may overpower others and cause reflections, making it difficult to hear,
If you’re upgrading your private cinema or undergoing a home theater installation for the first time, it’s crucial not to forget the acoustics. We’ll share what acoustic treatments do, why they’re important, and how to install them in your Pompano Beach, FL theater.
Feeling burned out, stressed, and overwhelmed from the daily grind? You could jet off to a wellness retreat in the mountains or desert. Or you could turn your home into your own personal oasis, with rooms treated for peace and relaxation.
We’ve discussed how you can use smart lighting and air purifiers to live a healthier lifestyle. But have you heard of wellness rooms? You can use sound systems and lighting to create a mindful atmosphere in your Hypoluxo, FL-area home. Read on to learn how wellness rooms work and what the benefits are.
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When is the last time you went to the movie theater? If you’re like many people, it’s been a year since you’ve seen a flick at a local theater. Since the pandemic began, ticket sales have fallen 80%, with only 2.28 billion tickets sold in 2020 compared to 11 billion tickets in 2019.
As movie theaters remained shuttered or at limited capacity, studios are altering the ways movies are released.We predict the shift to at-home entertainment will stick around even as theaters open again in the future. With new on-demand and streaming options (and in stunning 4K), you can bring a night at the movies to your home.
There’s never been a better time than now to own a private cinema. With larger-than-life visuals and sound, you’ll immerse yourself in ways only a theater can provide. While the rest of the world misses trips to the movies, homeowners with private theaters enjoy brand-new films in style.
Whether you already own a home theater or are just getting started, we’ll share how to make the most of it with new movies below. As a home theater installer based in Palm Beach, FL, we like to help our clients enjoy their entertainment systems to the fullest.Find your options below!
In our last installment about home theaters, we discussed how Hollywood’s new direct-to-streaming film options benefitted home cinemas. It’s not just the on-demand options that make now the best time to own a home theater. Recent technology advancements bring impeccable visuals and booming sound that previously only belonged to movie theater chains.
Whether you already own a private cinema or are curious about a new home theater design, you won’t want to miss the latest technology available. Find out how it will enhance your Hypoluxo, FL, home entertainment below.
Shopping for a TV or film lover? Maybe they binge the latest shows faster than you can hear about them. Maybe they own a framed poster of Pulp Fiction. Or perhaps they simply appreciate excellent image quality and would love a home cinema experience.
If you’re looking to treat the movie or TV buff in your life to the best-of-the-best, check out our high-end gift ideas below. From 8K TVs to HD projectors, here are our picks from our audio-video center in Lighthouse Point, FL.
Whether you’re a film buff or hardcore gamer, you know how exciting it is to feel fully engaged with the audio and video of your entertainment selection. Lackluster speakers and inferior video quality leave you fully aware of the everyday world around you, and that’s not very fun. With a private screening room in your home, you can revamp your entertainment options.
Superior sound quality is crucial for a jaw-dropping experience, and that’s why we enjoy incorporating Dolby Atmos technology into our clients’ Palm Beach, FL, homes. Read on below to learn more.
Music montages. Torch-lit sword fights. First kisses. And a zombie around the corner. Whatever movie genre is your favorite, a home theater takes the act of watching from a passive activity to an active immersion, where you become a part of the story.
If you’re considering building a home movie theater, you may have several questions. What sort of screen is best for the room’s dimensions? What do you need for audio?
As home movie theater experts in Fort Lauderdale, FL, we’ll share our technology and equipment advice below.
If you’re a dedicated movie buff and you’re looking for the best way to enjoy your favorite flicks, your best choice may not be your local multiplex. Between the crowds, overpriced food and drinks, and minimal quality control, you might find yourself wondering why you didn’t just stay home.
You may well have been right to think so, because a high-end home theater can easily rival or even surpass the experience of going to the movies. With the right components and an expert home theater designer, you can create your own personal movie haven in your Davie, FL, home.
