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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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This month's featured home theater is astounding in its extensive planning and execution. Owner Robert Vanman went all out on an uncompromising 13.7.8 audio system and 194" screen in a room-within-a-room-within-a-room. Scott Wilkinson talks with Robe... more

A court in Germany ruled that TCL engages in deceptive marketing when it uses the "QLED" moniker on TVs that don't actually use quantum dots. The ruling applies only to certain European model lines, but could it also apply to any US models?

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Every year, the Society for Information Display holds its Display Week conference showcasing state-of-the-art display technologies. In 2026, it was held in Los Angeles, one of the most important exhibitors was Nanosys, the primary supplier of quantum... more

Listener Zorawar Mann has a modest home theater system, but he lacks a center-channel speaker and wonders what he should get. He even sent some photos of his setup. Scott Wilkinson has some thoughts and recommendations that go beyond Zorawar's actual... more

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Recent Guests

Jeff Yurek
Vice President of Marketing at Nanosys
Nanosys
Episode: HTG 532: SID Display Week 2026 - Annual Conclave About Cutting-Edge Display Tech
Bjorn Erik Forberg
Home theater builder featured in the episode
Private individual
Episode: HTG 530: DIY to the Nth Degree - Home Theater of the Month
Andre Sinclair
home builder who built his own home theater
Episode: HTG 525: Deco Dream - Home Theater of the Month Interview!
Kurt Dorsey
Texas-based amateur/enthusiast who built and tested a DIY home theater from the ground up
Self-described homeowner/builder
Episode: HTG 521: Texas Triumph - Home Theater of the Month Interview!
Mason Parker
Questioner who wrote in about breaking into the AV installation field
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Episode: HTG 520: A/V Career Advice - Breaking Into the Field in an Age of AI & Automation
Moti Margalit
CEO and co-founder of SonicEdge
SonicEdge
Episode: HTG 518: MEMS Speaker Technology - A Different Type of Speaker Driver
Joe Klusnick
Home theater enthusiast from Sacramento, California
Episode: HTG 517: Sacramento Sanctuary - Home Theater of the Month Interview!
Michael Heiss
Journalist, consultant, and CDF fellow
Episode: HTG 512: OTA TV - Over-The-Air Television Is Still a Thing!
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

Host

Scott Wilkinson
Host of Home Theater Geeks

Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars from 205 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.

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    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 States9 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 Kingdom9 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 States9 years ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Overall high regard for the show's depth and practical guidance for home theater setups.
Some negative feedback about host's laughter or pacing.
Listeners praise deep technical knowledge and helpful guest insights.

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Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

HTG 531: Center Speaker Recommendation - Transform Your Living Room Sound
Q: I am currently missing a center channel speaker, and need your advice on what to buy.
Choose a center that matches the tonal balance of your front left and right speakers, with a similar brightness and voice characteristics; align it with the B&W HTM6 S3 if you're using B&Ws as fronts, consider placement to avoid obstructing the screen, and ensure the center sits at or near ear level in your seating area for best dialogue intelligibility.
HTG 522: What's Up With Vizio TVs? - What Happened After Walmart's Acquisition?
Q: My question is, does Vizio still make TVs? If so, why don't I hear about them anymore? Has their quality gone down, or have other manufacturers surpassed them in quality?
The host explains that Walmart acquired Vizio in 2024 and now markets it largely as a Walmart private-label line, which explains the reduced visibility of the Vizio name in stores and online; while Vizio TVs remain inexpensive, concerns persist about quality and support based on older reviews, with TCL and Hisense now occupying the higher end of the value-to-premium spectrum.
HTG 520: A/V Career Advice - Breaking Into the Field in an Age of AI & Automation
Q: How did you get to the point you are today in your career, and what would you recommend Mason Parker do to further his career in home theater?
Scott explains his career path from physics and music to roles in publishing and journalism, then adapts that experience to a focus on AV installation. He recommends getting hands-on experience through internships, joining professional bodies like CEDIA, pursuing certifications (CEDIA, ISF, THX/HAA), using resources like Find a Smart Home Professional, and networking to build practical skills and industry connections.
HTG 519: ISF Dark vs Filmmaker Mode - Are These Settings Any Different?
Q: Should I use Filmmaker mode or ISF dark mode for a dark room?
Both modes strive to meet the standards of content creators, and there isn't much difference between them. You might prefer one over the other based on personal preference and the specific conditions of your room.
HTG 517: Sacramento Sanctuary - Home Theater of the Month Interview!
Q: What would you say was the greatest moment of the process so far?
Being able to spend time with family and friends watching movies for the first time in the new theater.

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A technically heavy, consumer-focused show about home theater, audio, and display technology. Episodes mix hands-on build stories, deep dives into gear and calibration, and interviews with industry insiders and DIY enthusiasts. Listeners can expect detailed discussions on displays, sound systems, room acoustics, and practical setup tips, often complemented by Q&A and live-chat interactions. A notable strength is the host's ability to translate complex topics into actionable guidance, while guests frequently come from engineering, manufacturing, or serious DIY backgrounds, offering real-world insights and demonstrations.

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Recent guests on Home Theater Geeks include:

1. Jeff Yurek
2. Bjorn Erik Forberg
3. Andre Sinclair
4. Kurt Dorsey
5. Mason Parker
6. Moti Margalit
7. Joe Klusnick
8. Michael Heiss

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