Unit 16
Unit 16
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Sonos Ace Headphones - A Dolby Atmos Engineer's perspective...
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We spoke to Dolby Atmos Mix Engineer, Kurt Martinez, about the Sonos Ace headphones. Having mixed for a number of leading artists, Kurt has been putting the Sonos Ace headphones through their paces, using them as a referencing tool for his mixes. We caught up with him to chat about his experiences with them so far.
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Is Dolby Atmos here to stay? An interview with Kurt Martinez: ruclips.net/video/8o4tR136ZeE/видео.html
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Видео

Our 2023 Top Tech Review: Best of TV's, Headphones, Portable Speakers and more!
Просмотров 3208 месяцев назад
In this final episode of Let's Chat 2023, we discuss our Top 5 headphones, Top 5 TV's and Top 5 portable speakers of 2023 as well as some cool tech that we'll be covering in 2024. Main Channel:@smarthomesounds TV Advert: ruclips.net/video/kp3XTv9rQJ0/видео.html A95L vs G3: ruclips.net/video/scYdDoOiLv8/видео.html Cool Tech 2023: ruclips.net/video/ziJ0jH6Iqo4/видео.html MoodBlocks: ruclips.net/v...
The Future of Atmos & Sonos Era 300 ft. Kurt Martinez - Award-Winning Atmos Mixer
Просмотров 853Год назад
In this episode we are joined by award-winning Dolby Atmos mix engineer Kurt Martinez. Having mixed for Aitch, Rita Ora, Kylie Minogue and many more, Kurt is at the forefront of Atmos mixing and shares his thoughts on the future of music listening, the Sonos Era 300 and more! View our full video with Kurt here: ruclips.net/video/8o4tR136ZeE/видео.html Chapters 00:00 - Introduction 00:40 - The F...
The Next Tech Era: Predictions for Apple, Sonos ft. Mark Ellis Reviews
Просмотров 393Год назад
In this episode we are joined by the incredible Mark Ellis from Mark Ellis Reviews, where we talk all things tech and discuss our predictions for the future of tech... Chapters 00:00 - Introduction 00:30 - Mark Ellis RUclips Story/Journey 05:00 - Life as a Tech Content Creator on RUclips 13:38 - Phone Reviews on RUclips 15:53 - Apple Vision 20:08 - Nothing Phone 2 22:20 - Beats Studio Headphone...
The Best Tech Experiences in London | Unit 16 Vlog
Просмотров 119Год назад
In this video, we take you with us as we head around London to check out the best tech experiences we can find! Let us know if we missed any! Or if there is any we should check out next!
The PSVR 2 is Awesome. BUT...
Просмотров 2,8 тыс.Год назад
In this video, we take you through the Pros, Cons, and everything in between of the PSVR2 to help you decide whether it's right for you! CHAPTERS: 0:00 Intro 0:57 Need to Knows 1:37 Design 2:53 Functionality 5:01 Setup 5:44 Gameplay 10:14 Verdict
Panasonic 2023 TV Launch Behind the Scenes | Unit 16 Vlog
Просмотров 146Год назад
Join us for something different in this video where we go behind the scenes at Panasonic's 2023 TV launch in Berlin. We were invited out by Panasonic to get a sneak peak at the new products they'll be releasing this year, including their latest MLA OLED panels and first Mini LED systems.
The Future of Tech? | Let’s Chat Ep.3
Просмотров 710Год назад
Welcome to Episode 3 of Let's Chat where we go over our thoughts on the products we have reviewed on our main channel, sustainability in tech and what we are enjoying at the moment. Make sure to comment down below what you want to hear from us next, and share your thoughts on the conversation! Chapters: 00:34 - Soundcore Motion X600 04:59 - Sony WHCH720N 08:49 - Sony A80L 15:15 - Zuma 20:30 - B...
Best AI Websites to Streamline Your Workflow as a Content Creator
Просмотров 102Год назад
As a content creator, it's crucial to have access to the right tools and platforms to connect with your viewers and grow your audience. In this video, we'll discuss the top websites every content creator should have on their radar, whether you're a blogger, vlogger, or social media influencer. Discover the best platforms to make your life easier and take your content creation to the next level....
Content Creators Try Burner Phones: 24 Hours, No Distractions ❌
Просмотров 198Год назад
Burner phones are back! Or are they? In this video, we see if we can survive 24 hours without our iPhones. Could you do the same? Let us know down below...
Sonos Era 300 + 100 - The Future for Sonos? | Let's Chat Ep. 2
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Welcome to Episode 2 of Let's Chat where we go over our thoughts on the newly announced Sonos Era 100 & Sonos Era 300 as well as cover how we think these speakers hold up against the One (Gen 2), the Sonos Five and the Apple HomePod 2. Make sure to comment down below what you want to hear from us next, and share your thoughts on the conversation! 00:00 - Intro 01:35 - Thoughts on Era reception ...
Apple Vs Sonos - Battle of the Ecosystems | Let's Chat Ep. 1
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Welcome to episode 1 of Let's Chat where we go over our thoughts on the new Apple Homepod 2 Vs the Sonos One Gen 2 and where we think the future of Smart Speakers is going! Make sure to comment down below what you want to hear from us next, and your thoughts on the debate!

Комментарии

  • @EarthlingHEX
    @EarthlingHEX 17 дней назад

    You guys should have a lot more subscribers. Don't give up

  • @kindion
    @kindion 5 месяцев назад

    Chill, informative, unbiased discussion… thx guys!

  • @betelgeuse68
    @betelgeuse68 8 месяцев назад

    "every 4-5 years" (as far as changing TVs). I'm at 6 years and counting... I have a 75" Sony Z9D (ZD9 in the UK), I feel no need to upgrade. Vincent Teoh from HDTVTest talking about it: "Sony 75-inch ZD9/ Z9D: Most Local Dimming Zones on LED LCD Yet!" ruclips.net/video/UECcjZrRtWA/видео.htmlsi=CWD2_BDlaN9McNY_ Even today, still an amazing display ("display" because I stopped using the SmartTV functionality long ago). Even with a 65" LG C2 in the bedroom, I still don't feel the need to replace it, i.e., "Must have OLED in the living room as well."

  • @faceofthemoment4571
    @faceofthemoment4571 10 месяцев назад

    Great review!

  • @scabbyjoe21
    @scabbyjoe21 10 месяцев назад

    Can you set up using Trueplay once two Eras have been stereo paired or must it be done before pairing?

    • @neohq
      @neohq 8 месяцев назад

      It will ask again for Trueplay setup once you pair them as stereo

  • @jayr3053
    @jayr3053 11 месяцев назад

    Had mine since launch and I’m in AWE every time I play it. Never thought this gaming was possible.

  • @laurenceday6124
    @laurenceday6124 Год назад

    💥 'Promosm'

  • @meowmeow1733
    @meowmeow1733 Год назад

    I hate the sweep in vocal setting they're using on the sound card. It's so annoying. The fade in is so annoying and unnatural. I click off all videos with people who use this setting.

  • @MrDexterSr
    @MrDexterSr Год назад

    Love this video. The more atmos and Sonos content, the better!

  • @thejose24
    @thejose24 Год назад

    Great podcast. Question: do you guys think we’ve hit or reached the home theater tech ceiling? I’ve got the Sonos arc and wondering what’s next. Feedback: camera focus is all over the place. Thanks!

    • @smarthomesounds
      @smarthomesounds Год назад

      Thanks for the feedback, much appreciated. We do actually think things will start progressing now with the emergence of speakers like the Era 300 & systems like the Sony HT-A9. We will be covering this topic in an upcoming podcast so stay tuned.

  • @jakesilv
    @jakesilv Год назад

    Tried a pair of Era 300’s and was not able to establish reliable performance after many hours of trouble shooting. I have 9 other Sonos products that have no issues. Cannot recommend the Era 300’s yet, hopefully Sonos resolves communication issues. The Era series does not support Sonos net which is a mistake! Era 300 are wasted as rear surrounds so don’t bother there. Go with One’s or One SL for rear surrounds.

  • @HxR-eSports
    @HxR-eSports Год назад

    Sent the first one I had back because of the prominent grainy filter all over the screens. Sent the second one back because I naively thought the first one was faulty in some way and the second one would be better. With the Quest 3 just around the corner. I'm unlikely to get another PSRV2.

    • @MetalDeathHead
      @MetalDeathHead Год назад

      yeah that grainy filter makes it unplayable

  • @Mr_Kisch
    @Mr_Kisch Год назад

    I don't know why everyone always talks about the battery life of the controllers. Just buy two power banks put them in the back pocket of your jeans and run the cables up your shirt out your sleeves into the wrist straps and then into the remotes. I have played like this and it works perfectly fine.

    • @GreyMatterShades
      @GreyMatterShades Год назад

      You could also get those cell phone sleeves designed to attach your phone to your arm for exercise and put the batteries in those (if you have flat power banks). Just get some really short USB cables and you'd have less wire management to do.

  • @theone8625
    @theone8625 Год назад

    Great review! 👍😀

  • @504cool
    @504cool Год назад

    Sitting on that desk The Era 300 looks like a Tie Fighter from Star Wars lol. It looks huge sitting on that desk. I wish they would have made an Atmos speaker the size of the 100's as an in between. Hell, call them Era 200's.

  • @Severem
    @Severem Год назад

    So, with the wire that is attached, what I did was create a hook system to the ceiling where the wire will come up over the top and a reel system that keeps the wiring from the floor. (It can feel restrictive when you move out of the way though. Also, I wear a baseball cap backwards so the VR headset will set better and doesn't slip with sweat as easy. Some helpful hints, hope you enjoy the gaming.

    • @Mr_Kisch
      @Mr_Kisch Год назад

      Be careful with that hook system as it can twist and ruin your cable depending on how much you rotate.

    • @Severem
      @Severem Год назад

      @@Mr_Kisch you can also get a swivel attachment that will seemlessly spin around as you do, I found one at a local hardware store.

  • @Severem
    @Severem Год назад

    I received the PS VR2 at launch and is amazing. The only issue I have with the unit is the fact that Sony refuses to sell the controllers separately. This is an issue because if for ANY reason you damage the controllers (either a dog got ahold of it, dropped it, or through wear and tear), you would, currently have to buy a whole new unit just for the controller replacement. That is the most expensive set of controllers that probably only cost $20-$50 to make. So, I urge everyone that sees this, I petition Sony to start selling their Dual Sense controllers for the PS VR2 so those of us who are hardcore gamers can get a spare set, which we can charge while we are playing, and swap out, etc. I have some interest in also using Hall Effect sticks in them (and all PS5 controllers) so they last longer. Again, an amazing device, don't let bad marketing strategy drop the ball on this.

    • @GreyMatterShades
      @GreyMatterShades Год назад

      I've heard people have been able to get Sony to replace their controllers when they've had issues. Not sure if there's a charge associated with that. Probably depends on what happened to the controllers. I agree though, it's ridiculous that the controllers aren't available separately. Even if you could only order them online, that'd be better than what we have now.

    • @mrreefer6792
      @mrreefer6792 Год назад

      I definitely agree 👍 and I love the PSVR2

  • @mjlynamgaming
    @mjlynamgaming Год назад

    Great Video. Keep up the good work. mjlynamgaming .. 😊..

  • @mrreefer6792
    @mrreefer6792 Год назад

    I've had the PSVR2 since lanch and I play with it pretty much everytime I turn on my PS5...it's jaw-dropping and I love it 😁 the game selection isn't bad rn and with games like RE4 and Vertigo 2 plus Behemoth and Aliens, Happyfunland, Wander, Lo-Fi, Ghostbusters and more dropping soon we're in good hands 🙌 👌 👏

  • @themanisworthit1022
    @themanisworthit1022 Год назад

    great video!

    • @unit_16
      @unit_16 Год назад

      Glad you enjoyed it

  • @UmangRevari
    @UmangRevari Год назад

    Sonos is not future proof for two reasons- Many of their products are not compatible with their past products, so there is always a risk. Secondly, they still use WIFI3 in Sub gen 3 and in many other products...

  • @5cent27
    @5cent27 Год назад

    I’m apple all the way (phone, music, tv 4K, etc) and I still choose Sonos. Just added 300s as surrounds to my arc and dual sub setup. I’m a little surprised Apple hasn’t bought Sonos.

  • @Yell0w_Knife
    @Yell0w_Knife Год назад

    Keep it up!

    • @unit_16
      @unit_16 Год назад

      That's the plan!

  • @Dyornos
    @Dyornos Год назад

    The volume is really low. Hope thats fixed in future episodes.

  • @michaelbakhtiar9256
    @michaelbakhtiar9256 Год назад

    Thanks!!!

  • @laynesmith9077
    @laynesmith9077 Год назад

    Hi guys, I love the format of this btw, i truly wish sonos could make the era 300's work like or similar to what sony did with the Ht-A9 having four era 300s two for the front stage and two for the rears. I would just think having a wider front stage would be a dare I say " game changer." I just feel like they could really take the era 300s to a whole new level!

    • @robertweekes5783
      @robertweekes5783 10 месяцев назад

      You can pair a front 300 set as L/R then pair them with the sound bar set, but it would be nice if the software made it an official set

  • @MrCarlos2011
    @MrCarlos2011 Год назад

    Is the sonos arc 2 coming out soon? I get the feeling it is with this big sale going on right now

  • @ColinZimmerman
    @ColinZimmerman Год назад

    For a podcast about audio - you guys are recorded on incredibly low levels and I have to max out my headphones to hear this conversation and when I went to the next podcast I blew my ears out. Turn up those mics : )

  • @DebbieMumford-s5x
    @DebbieMumford-s5x Год назад

    Wow love the gomi speaker!

  • @thejose24
    @thejose24 Год назад

    Super chat. We need more of this!

  • @artistadrtm
    @artistadrtm Год назад

    serios men, talking about toy spekers. ok.

    • @unit_16
      @unit_16 Год назад

      Serious men and woman? Serious man trolling? ok.

  • @michaelbakhtiar9256
    @michaelbakhtiar9256 Год назад

    Hi there. I bought a pair of Era 300s for music only. I may get a sub mini to enhance or free up the mids. My question is I’m still finding the vocals lean toward which speaker I’m closest (sitting on right side of sofa and I hear vocals on right speaker instead of in center). Even after TruePlay, I was hoping for more smart triangular sound placement. Any ideas? Also do you recommend TruePlay after pairing as stereo or before. Any ideas including EQ are welcome. Thanks!!

  • @morufudeen
    @morufudeen Год назад

    2 Era 300s and a sub gen 3 purely for music. Yummy

  • @Forestea23
    @Forestea23 Год назад

    Thanks for this talk. Having own a stereo pair of 300s, I was wondering if adding a sub mini is even necessary. At the moment I listen just for music but I plan to add the 300s as rears once I buy a beam gen 2 or arc. For the moment I have stereo pair of 2 Fives and 2 Era 300s. Do I still need a sub mini? Space is only a 17 square meter apartment living room, and I got mostly elderly neighbours.

  • @kurtinez
    @kurtinez Год назад

    Hi guys, Sorry, I couldn't find a way to contact you directly so please excuse my lengthy comment. I'm pleased I came across this video - Really interesting discussion! I work as a Dolby Atmos Mix Engineer at a studio in central London. When Spatial Audio first launched some of the record labels rushed to put out content and the few mixers at that time didn't have a great deal of time for trial and error. When mixing in Atmos you're actually creating 2 versions - One that sounds great in the room on a 9.1.4 system for example, and one that translates in headphones. Like Andrew says, I think the ball was dropped on those initial mixes, particularly for headphones. I'm due to try out the Era 300 myself as a tool for mix referencing (which is what lead me to this video). If you'd like to come down the studio some time for a demo and a bit more of an insight into Atmos mixing you'd be very welcome. Feel free to DM me on Instagram at @kurtmartinez. Best regards, Kurt

    • @unit_16
      @unit_16 Год назад

      Hi Kurt, Great to hear you're enjoying the content! Thank you very much for your comment, it's very interesting to get hear your insight on Atmos mixing and we'd love to be able to talk in more detail. We've sent you a DM on instagram from our official @smarthomesounds instagram account. Cheers 👍

  • @U2haveanicedayty2
    @U2haveanicedayty2 Год назад

    Definitely not but really enjoyed. I like both Apple and Samsung .You did give me great idea though and so miss the Nokia among others.Good Luck with the Podcast too ✌️

  • @U2haveanicedayty2
    @U2haveanicedayty2 Год назад

    Awesome podcast very much enjoyed and definitely looking forward to hearing more.Glad you showed up in my lineup.Good luck ✌️

  • @Dando-1983
    @Dando-1983 Год назад

    Can’t believe you two didn’t play snakes 🐍 “Great Scott”. Dr Emmett Brown

    • @unit_16
      @unit_16 Год назад

      Neither of our phones had any games :(

  • @garylikely1019
    @garylikely1019 Год назад

    Stereo pair fives for me all day long

  • @globalsoundconcerts
    @globalsoundconcerts Год назад

    How do atmos music tracks sound on the home theatre set up with arc/sub/300 rears? Is there a benefit to just using the 300’s + sub for atmos music tracks?

  • @TheTechnicalRecruiter
    @TheTechnicalRecruiter Год назад

    Can hardly hear you guys

    • @unit_16
      @unit_16 Год назад

      Hi Matt, thanks for letting us know! We’ll look into this for future episodes 👍

  • @stevel4329
    @stevel4329 Год назад

    I want to hear good music and dont really care about these stupid assistants. What ever happened about it being about the music first! If I have a ARC with two subs and two play ones and buy two 300's can I set then up separately for music listening and leave the other set up for TV?

    • @jjermaine33
      @jjermaine33 Год назад

      So you would most likely set up two different pairings,set up a group with the tv,and then pair the era 300s as a group,when you play music you would need to check both products for them all to play music,it's quite easy and you don't have to dive deep into settings to do so.

    • @stevel4329
      @stevel4329 Год назад

      @@jjermaine33 thank you

    • @jjermaine33
      @jjermaine33 Год назад

      No problem, but if you buy the two 300s I would try them as surrounds, and using the play ones elsewhere. I just upgraded my two ones to the era 300s and if I were to keep the ones I would put them elsewhere because the 300s sound so much better with my arc and sub. I have a sonos beam in my bedroom and I use Spotify, when I want to play music in both my livingroom and bedroom I just check both off in Sonos app. Hope this helps..

    • @stevel4329
      @stevel4329 Год назад

      @@jjermaine33 ok thanks for that insight. I know what your saying so might do it that way then.

  • @thejose24
    @thejose24 Год назад

    Great discussion. Greetings from Los Angeles! We need more of this! Thank you!

    • @unit_16
      @unit_16 Год назад

      Glad you enjoyed it! 😀

  • @richarddutchholland4780
    @richarddutchholland4780 Год назад

    I would have snapped up a pair of the ERA300 if they would have worked as a standalone 2 channel system for the TV.

    • @Hamish.
      @Hamish. Год назад

      Or this with the beam as a center channel

  • @Lightsout565x
    @Lightsout565x Год назад

    Switching cost to get consumers to change from Spotify to Apple Music is going to be a big hurdle for Era 300. Most people I know that use Spotify are diehard in that camp and don't want to switch. Amazon and Apple can offer Spatial Audio as free upgrades to their service because they have all these additional revenue streams, Spotify doesn't have that. I think it'll be at least 1-2 years before we see Spatial on Spotify.

  • @michaelbakhtiar9256
    @michaelbakhtiar9256 Год назад

    Excellent convo!! Would you ever consider one Era 300 vs two Homepod2 with Apple Music?

  • @Dando-1983
    @Dando-1983 Год назад

    Great Channel gives a different more detailed perspective on your thoughts outside of the SHS reviews. Conversations are important. Thanks 🙏🏼 ^__^=

    • @unit_16
      @unit_16 Год назад

      Thanks for your comments! Glad you enjoyed this episode 😊

    • @Dando-1983
      @Dando-1983 Год назад

      @@unit_16 it was really good

  • @Dando-1983
    @Dando-1983 Год назад

    With the Sonos upgrade program you can save around 15% on the Era 300 so that brings the price to under £385.00 then I ask myself is the Era 300 worth paying £85.00 more than a HomePod.. yep!! 😊

  • @Dando-1983
    @Dando-1983 Год назад

    It’s great you can listen to just Stereo on the Era 300.. and toggle on Spatial Dolby Atmos audio.. will be a great way of comparing songs and albums.. I guess you can kind of be your own music critic on whether they did a great job with the mix

  • @jasperverkroost
    @jasperverkroost Год назад

    Can you make the audio tracks of your videos a bit louder next time? It is hard to hear even with the volume of my laptop at max.

    • @unit_16
      @unit_16 Год назад

      Hi Jasper, thank you for the feedback. We’ll look into this for future episodes. Hope you enjoyed 😊

    • @jasperverkroost
      @jasperverkroost Год назад

      @@unit_16 Yes I did, looking forward to future podcasts!