Archive for June, 2007

Product Review: Epson Stylus Photo RX580 All-In-One

Epson Stylus Photo RX580 Scanner/ Photo Printer/Copier Sound Buys Product Review By Don Lindich An all-in-one scanner/printer/copier is an excellent choice for many home computer users, though some compromises are usually involved. Most all-in-ones don’t perform quite as their standalone counterparts, especially in terms of photographic print quality. A dedicated photo printer usually produces more […]

Bose and Specifications- they don’t provide them!

Sound Advice By Don Lindich Week 23, 2007 Q: Why is Bose so secretive about the frequency response of their sound-cancelling headphones? Could it be because it’s not as good as they could wish? -Steve Perry St. Paul, MN A: Bose has a long history of not disclosing specifications of any type. Wikipedia’s entry on […]

In praise of Kodak’s P880

Last year I wrote a recommendation for Kodak’s P880 camera after some extensive testing. You can read it at the post linked below: http://www.soundadviceblog.com/?p=190 I had been looking for a small camera to use for general purpose shooting and for when I don’t want to drag my SLRs around. I recently found a P880 on […]

HD DVD vs. Blu-ray (revisited), 1080i vs. 1080p on a 46″ screen

Sound Advice By Don Lindich Week 22, 2007 Q: I have a 46 inch Mitsubishi 1080 HDTV an need a new DVD player. Should I get HD DVD or Blu-ray? If Blu-ray, which one should I get, and why? If HD DVD, the Toshiba HD-A2 or HD-A20 and why? -Al Szczepanski , Minneapolis, MN A: […]

Sound Advice Week 21: Using computer and turntable with sound system, Apple iMac computers and digital video

Sound Advice By Don Lindich Week 21, 2007 Q: I’m interested in getting my computer and my turntable (I have a Pro-ject Debut III) to use the same speakers in my sound system. Of course I don’t need it to be simultaneous but I’d like to not have to fuss with cords if its possible. […]

Sound Advice Week 20: Digital Camera Recommendations

Sound Advice By Don Lindich Week 20, 2007 Q: I have never owned a digital camera before and I wanted to get some advice from America’s foremost expert to guide me in my initial choice. I read on your blog where a higher number of pixels doesn’t always translate into better pictures. I now understand […]