Lightning might not strike twice, but the Pioneer Elite TV line does. Once known as the best of the best in LCD TVs, Pioneer decided to pull out of the TV market all together. But now only a few years later Pioneer is once again asserting itself as the best.
The new 3D LED LCD sets are available in both in 70 and 60 inch models. While calling this line “elite” might sound like an unkeepable promise, many are in complete agreement saying they are “literally the best-looking LCD TVs ever created.”
Utilizing Sharp Quattron four pixel technology, the Pioneer sets have a full array of LED backlighting, an unbelievable 720 Hz refresh rate and wireless enabled apps. The new TVs will offer the deepest of blacks of any large panel TV.
We have both model is stock at The Sound Room. Even if you are not in the market for a new TV, make sure to get a glimpse of the Pioneer Elite next time you are at our showroom. We guarantee you will not be disappointed.
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Does your iPad have a home? Or does it rest where you set it? We hear from many of our customers that their iPad is one of the most important pieces of home technology they own, organizing their lives and controlling their home automation system.
No matter what functions you use your iPad for, Crestron has a stylish solution with their new iPad tabletop dock. Giving your iPad a new sleek look, the dock can hold either your iPad or iPad2. And the best news, you don’t need a Crestron automation system to use it!
Your iPad will easily slide into the docking station for easy use in the tabletop design, and then can be just as easily removed for portable use. The iPad dock has proven to be a strong solution for controlling home theaters, A/V applications and whole house automation – all while charging your iPad.
If you do have a Crestron home automation system, the Crestron Mobile Pro G Control App can integrate your iPad as another controller for your whole house automation; allowing for a functional and professional feeling interface.
Crestron iPad docks comes in both white and black, and is equipped for wall mount installations. For more information on the iPad Dock, stop by The Sound Room and we can give your iPad a place it would be happy to call home.
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What is a Zeppelin without air? Well, that’s exactly what the folks at Bowers and Wilkins were asking themselves when developing the latest generation of Zeppelin music system!
We are not talking about the airships, but instead one of the most advanced docking stations in home entertainment. The Zeppelin sound system’s, long black design mimics the silhouette of the airship, improving upon the already celebrated design and features, namely with the addition of Apple Air.
Now in its third generation, the Zeppelin has moved beyond simple docking. The designers at B&W have incorporated Apple Air, so that users can easily stream music from any part of their home and play it on their Zeppelin. How does this happen? Easy, the Zeppelin now has an internal Wi-Fi which is able to connect with your iPod, iPhone or iPad for easy song selection. Giving you maximum control wirelessly, with better quality than you would experience with Bluetooth.
And the creative geniuses at B&W did not stop there! The Zeppelin might look similar to other generations, but it is in fact much lighter for easy carrying. Then after you turn it on, there is one more hidden surprise…the huge sound.
The many who have reviewed the Zeppelin Air report that it delivers a much bigger sound than you would ever expect from a sound system of that size. There is more bass and the Zeppelin just seems to be louder that past models.
At The Sound Room, we love our Zeppelin Air display and have heard glowing feedback from our customers. If you are looking for a sound system, consider the Zeppelin Air. It is truly a premium product and a great value!
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When U2 came rolling into town this month, we found something more profound than the band’s claw like stage – the number of people streaming Pandora with a Sonos!
A ticket to the sold out concert would have run you between $32 and $250. But we were hearing from many of our customers that they were creating U2 Pandora stations for FREE and listening to them with their Sonos ZonePlayer.
The Sonos is an all-in-one home audio system which uses an Internet connection to pick up online radio stations. Coming pre-loaded with thousands of stations, with nearly every genre, there is something for everybody.
And if you have that perfect U2 mix of songs from No Line on the Horizon and The Joshua Tree on your MP3, the Sonos can also play those.
A Sonos requires no installation, and can go anywhere in your home, bringing music to any room wirelessly. Sonos can deliver unmatched audio quality making hisses, crackles and hums from interference a past memory. The music will come through without delays and with perfect clarity.
Pandora on the other hand is one of the most popular Internet radio stations available. With only an email address, users can stream up to 40 hours of music a month for free, $36 for unlimited. And users can customize their own radio stations by specific artist or genres.
As great as a Sonos is in the house, it can also be used in other places. In fact a member of our staff was on his way to the U2 concert on a private bus when a friend hooked up his Sonos to play his own U2 Pandora station.
Even if U2 isn’t your first choice in music, Sonos and Pandora have something just for you. To find out more about the Sonos ZonePlayer or how to use Pandora, stop by the The Sound Room and one of our experts can answer all your questions.
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What makes someone elite? Is it just a title or is it something more? For instance, when the President is announced in diplomatic situations he is addresses as “His Excellency.” There is no doubt that it takes exceptional qualities to be president and the same goes for the premium line of Pioneer audio and TVs.
Pioneer Elite has been described as the pinnacle in home entertainment, receiving some of the highest reviews possible from writers/reviewers all over the world. Producing audio and now TVs, The Sound Room will begin carrying both product lines starting August 18, which will be kicked off by a launch party that night from 6 to 8 pm.
The TVs will come in 60″ and 70″ and produce the deepest black levels of any large-screen. The color points and temperature are unbelievably accurate with a 72Hz refresh rate.
And the audio, let’s just say the word elite does it justice. Producing receivers, speakers and other audio equipment, this line will be the top available on the market.
While the quality is elite, the price doesn’t need to be. The Pioneer Elite line will run you a little more than other premium brands, but the performance is unrivaled.
To find out what excellence is in home entertainment, visit The Sound Room to preview these products.
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Happy 4th of July! We are hearing from many of our customers that they are planning to host their own holiday party. And to tune up their outdoor space, we have many outdoor items like TVs and speakers on sale! So before the fireworks start popping, stop by The Sound Room for premium outdoor entertainment inventory that will get everyone celebrating the red, white and blue.
The outdoor entertainment sale will run through July 15, here are a few popular items on sale:
Sunbrite 46″ outdoor TV SB-4630HD. REG-$4199. SALE-$3499
Klipsch AW525 outdoor speaker. REG-$450 pr. SALE-$299 pr.
Klipsch AW650 outdoor speaker. REG-$550 pr. SALE-$449 pr.
Klipsch AWR650 rock speaker. REG-$299 each. SALE-$199 ea.
Sonance Mariner 62 outdoor speaker. REG-$590 pr. SALE-$399 pr.
Also don’t forget we can help with the wiring, volume control and installation of your outdoor entertainment system. Have a fun and safe 4th!
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When we tell customers we offer better advice, we mean it at The Sound Room. Over the past few years we have seen a majority of our competition dwindle due to one basic fact – lack of service and attention to the customer.
This month news broke that American was closing all of its stores in the St. Louis area. While having a significant national presence, the brand promise of lower prices just didn’t offer enough to the customer to be sustainable. Their buying power and efficiencies just could not stack up with other big box retailers.
At The Sound Room we focus on what sets us apart. That is our expert staff, name brands and understanding of the local market. By being local we know what consumers want and give them a place to find it. In some cases that means providing products unavailable anywhere else in the St. Louis area. And if we don’t have it, we can get it for any of our many valued customers.
When it comes to price, cheaper does not mean better. When a large retailer is able to hit an unbelievably low price point there is often a good reason why, which isn’t in the customers’ best interest. At The Sound Room better is giving advice on competitively priced products that will work best for you and letting you make a well thought out and informed decision.
If you are looking for new home technology in the St. Louis area, stop by The Sound Room and talk with one of our experts about your next purchase. They have on average more than 10 years of experience and can give you best advice around!
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You may not have noticed it, but there has been a battle going on in the living room. No, it’s not a battle over the remote control, but rather a shifting demand between the media room and home theater. Over the past decade, we have seen a shift go from the home theater, to the media room and back to the home theater again. It’s amazing how quickly trends can change.
What is the difference between the two? Easy, a media room is a family room with a home theater system, usually including a large flat panel TV. Media rooms can come in many different shapes and sizes. A home theater on the other hand is a dedicated room with a large projection screen and Dolby or DTS sound. The seating is also formally set, normally in tiered rows of couches or seats.
And in its return, the home theater is bigger and better than it ever has been before. At The Sound Room we are seeing this first hand with clients seeking more elaborate technology set ups and room designs. One of our most recent installations had a projection screen measuring 150 inches! Bringing new meaning to the term “go big or go home.”
With projectors from companies like Sharp, Runco and Epson, the most recent generation of projectors are much more powerful than in the past. The premium projectors we are installing are capable of delivering a better picture, as well as 3D TV.
While home theaters are getting larger, the price to have one continues to drop. If you are interested in a new home theater or media room, give us a call or better yet stop by our showroom in Chesterfield. We have multiple displays to show you the latest in home theater technology.
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It’s officially pool and barbeque season in St. Louis. And you are ready to enjoy the outdoors! Except what about your favorite shows, baseball games and movies on TV? Sure you can DVR your shows and watch them later, but then you are still missing out on enjoying part of the day. What a dilemma!
At The Sound Room, we won’t make you chose between the outdoors and your favorite shows, we can give you both at the same time with an outdoor TV. Our premium outdoor TVs are perfect for around the pool or deck. Whether you want to spend your days lounging around with your significant other or put on a movie when friends are over, outdoor TVs offer superior quality and reliability.
Outdoor TVs have LCD panels, giving exceptional resolution and better picture during heavy glares. And when bad weather rolls in, your outdoor TV can handle it. Built with powder-coated aluminum enclosures and internal components capable of withstanding corrosion, your outdoor TV can handle whatever Mother Nature can dish out.
This summer, get the most for your outdoor areas with an outdoor TV. Call or stop by The Sound Room and ask one of our experts about an outdoor TV!
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Maybe you’ve heard your friends or neighbors talk about streaming TV shows from HULU, Netflix, AppleTV or Roku. Even if you haven’t, Internet TV is a new and growing way in which millions of people around the world are choosing to receive additional content.
In the past year alone, Internet video watching has risen 45 percent and shows no sign of slowing down. This rapid growth in viewership has led streaming Internet company Netflix to eclipse Comcast in number of subscribers; Meaning that Netflix now has more subscribers than the largest cable company in the country. But before you call to cancel your cable, know that many people are using Internet TV as a complement to other existing services to expand their options.
So, what does that mean for you? This change in the way people receive TV is opening up new ways to get the shows you want, when you want them. In the future, some Internet providers plan to begin producing exclusive content, similar to HBO.
And streaming doesn’t just deliver your favorite shows, it can also stream Internet radio stations straight into your living room. With providers like Pandora, you can customize your own radio station, based upon your preferences in music.
To help our customers venture into streaming Internet TV, we are holding a class on Saturday April 30 from 1 to 3pm to teach the latest in streaming video. Our experts will be able to answer your questions and show you how this new technology works.
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