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Get the most out of your home theater with the latest advances, product reviews, and all things audio and video. Every Thursday, Scott Wilkinson shares his expertise, energy, and enthusiasm about how to make your A/V system sound and look its best. In this short-format podcast, Scott brings you news, reviews, interviews, and commentary, and answers your questions. Submit your home theater queries ... more

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Listener Daniel bought a $150 turntable/CD player to listen to some records by his friend's band, but the sound was terrible. He would like some recommendations for a not-terribly-expensive turntable that sounds decent, and Scott Wilkinson has some. more

Victor Pavy sent in the shortest listener question we've ever received! He wants to know Scott Wilkinson's opinion of the new Dolby Vision 2 HDR format, which was just announced at the IFA 2025 trade show. Scott was going to talk about anyway, becaus... more

Terrence Huntington, who composed the theme music for Home Theater Geeks, built his own home theater in the basement of his house way back in 2014. The space was very limited, but he made the most of it with a killer system. He called it the Duck and... more

From high frame rate movies to Bluetooth lossless technology, Scott answers audience questions and throws a bit of shade at industry trends. Get the unfiltered truth about what matters and what doesn't in this 2nd live chatroom special of 2025!

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Recent Guests

Terrence Huntington
Composer of the Home Theater Geeks theme music, who built a unique home theater in a small basement.
Episode: HTG 502: Duck & Cover - Home Theater of the Month
Jeremy Shields
Owner of the Aladdin home theater
Episode: HTG 476: Magic Carpet Home Theater! - The "Aladdin"
Anthony Grimani
An electrical engineer specializing in audio electronics, acoustics, and speaker design. Head of Grimani Systems and PMI Limited.
Grimani Systems
Episode: HTG 475: My Home Theater: Acoustic Treatments - Optimizing the sound of an imperfect room
Brent Butterworth
Longtime audio journalist and jazz artist
The Audiophile Society
Episode: HTG 462: A Handy Headphone Evaluation Album! - 47 tracks for putting headphones to the test
Mike Heiss
Journalist and consultant
Episode: HTG 449: CEDIA 2024 Part 1 - Big Demos and Industry Trends
Robert Zohn
Owner of Value Electronics
Value Electronics
Episode: HTG 444: Value Electronics 2024 TV Shootout Part 1 - King of OLED TV!
Jason Dustal
Technical trainer at AVPro Edge
AVPro Edge
Episode: HTG 444: Value Electronics 2024 TV Shootout Part 1 - King of OLED TV!
David Mackenzie
CEO of Fidelity in Motion and compressionist
Fidelity in Motion
Episode: HTG 444: Value Electronics 2024 TV Shootout Part 1 - King of OLED TV!

Host

Scott Wilkinson
Host of Home Theater Geeks, a knowledgeable authority in home audio and video technology, sharing the latest insights and product reviews.

Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars from 204 ratings
  • Monetizing Too Hard

    There are better ways to monetize. Too many episodes are subscriber only. It’s like a forced Patreon. Also, many episodes are extremely short that could be combined.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    MattBMF
    United States2 years ago
  • Miss this show!

    Wish I could find a replacement.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    wmh2001
    United States3 years ago
  • Best TWIT Show but No More

    Recently cancelled due to "comercial considerations"...not enough add revenue. What a bunch of DA's You should be able to support a commercial loser of this quality (the best). TWIT is becoming less relevent every day and they richly deserve what they are going to get.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    RalphPA
    United States8 years ago
  • Mono!

    Long time listener and love this show, so many fascinating guests. Why is it in mono? Are we still living in the 1940s?

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Bippytbopptytboo
    United Kingdom8 years ago
  • Disappointing product review

    I was looking forward to shows dedicated to product reviews, the A1E in particular, but the whole show went nowhere. They basically spent the whole show explaining the terms they were using and the concepts and told us next to nothing about the television.

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    SteppenWCCR
    United States8 years ago

Listeners Say

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The interactive Q&A segments are a highlight, allowing audience engagement and addressing specific listener inquiries.
There are mixed feelings about the host's laughter, some finding it charming while others consider it excessive and distracting.
Several comments express concerns about the podcast's ad model and the subscription structure, indicating varying opinions on monetization.
Listeners appreciate the depth and breadth of information on home theater technology, with many praising the host's expertise and enthusiasm.
Overall, feedback is predominantly positive, revolving around the informative content and valuable guest insights.

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#239
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HTG 504: Turntable Recommendations - Belt Drive, Phono Preamp, USB, & More To Know
Q: What are some recommendations for not terribly expensive turntables?
Look for models like the Audio Technica ATLP60X around $199, or other models up to $1,000 that fit your needs
HTG 501: Chatroom Q&A Special 2! - Meta's Display Glasses, Movie Soundtracks, Bluetooth v5.4, & more
Q: Can you recommend a Navy receiver under $2,000?
Denon, Marantz, and Yamaha are good brands that typically have receivers under that price.
HTG 501: Chatroom Q&A Special 2! - Meta's Display Glasses, Movie Soundtracks, Bluetooth v5.4, & more
Q: What do you think about Sonos equipment nowadays?
They are great but can be quite expensive.
HTG 501: Chatroom Q&A Special 2! - Meta's Display Glasses, Movie Soundtracks, Bluetooth v5.4, & more
Q: Is Bluetooth 5.4 lossless?
Yes, it features the new Appdex lossless codec, which can stream CD quality audio.
HTG 501: Chatroom Q&A Special 2! - Meta's Display Glasses, Movie Soundtracks, Bluetooth v5.4, & more
Q: What TV is very good out there?
OLED TVs are recommended, particularly QD OLEDs from Sony and Samsung.

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What is Home Theater Geeks about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Focused on enhancing home entertainment experiences, this podcast explores the latest advancements, product reviews, and technical insights within the realms of audio and video. The host provides an engaging exploration of home theater technology, featuring in-depth discussions with industry experts and innovators. Episodes highlight emerging technologies, product recommendations, and practical tips for listeners, making it an essential resource for home theater enthusiasts. Notably, the interactive Q&A segments allow listeners to submit questions, making content highly relevant to the audience's immediate interests and concerns.

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Recent guests on Home Theater Geeks include:

1. Terrence Huntington
2. Jeremy Shields
3. Anthony Grimani
4. Brent Butterworth
5. Mike Heiss
6. Robert Zohn
7. Jason Dustal
8. David Mackenzie

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