Home Theater In The Era Of Video-On-Demand

For any movie buff, the home theater is the centrepiece of the house, providing the experience of watching a movie on the big screen within the comfort of your living room. With state-of-the-art modern television screens and top-of-the-range audio equipment, you can tailor the environment to exactly how you want to watch a movie and never sacrifice the quality by doing so...Read More

Hurricane Joaquin is on His Way!

Follow these tips we divulged when Irene was about, and you'll have no problem staying safe in the storm. Read More

Choose Gramophone When Planning your Home Project

When planning your next new home or remodel, making the right choices in contractors and advisors can make the difference between delight and disaster. Nowhere is that more true than in the areas of home automation, lighting, security and of course home entertainment systems. You may have heard about “smart” homes or “the Internet of things,” but what does that mean and how will you find the right people to guide you? Click here to find out.Read More

Let Miles Davis Help You Build Your Jazz Collection

Miles Davis's acclaimed recording Kind of Blue can act as a gateway to developing an appreciation for Jazz as well be the start and cornerstone of a Jazz recording collection. This article reveals the back story of the best selling Jazz recording of all time and introduces the reader to the other musicians in the performance and their signature recordings. Read More

Setting Your TV's Color Temperature

Color temperature is one of the least understood TV adjustments. In this article Geoff Morrison guides readers on how to choose the best setting. Read More

Contrast and Brightness Controls - A Simple Guide to Setting Them Correctly

Video expert Geoff Marrison explains how to get the best possible picture quality from any TV using basic controls. Read More

THE FINEST TV HAS LANDED

Gramophone is welcoming LG and brand new OLED technology to our stores! The LG OLED TVs have been breaking ground as OLED technology transforms the experience of TV and video. The true-to-life color and richness of OLED is unbelievable, while the ultra thin silhouette of LG compliments and enhances any decor. We have models at Gramophone starting at $1999, and have them on display at both of our Timonium and Columbia stores.Read More

Understanding that Troublesome Decibel

Decibels (dB) are used all over the place in audio specifications: but what does a Decibel represent? Is one more dB really important to you? Technical editor Daniel Kumin explains the mysterious dB. Read More

Which Watts?

"Watts" is the one audio spec most consumers care about and think they understand; yet it remains among the most misunderstood. Technical Editor Daniel Kumin examines what's up with Watts in this article. Read More

The AudioQuest Nighthawk

The sizzle of different synths lifted above my eyes while deep, muted bass sat deep in my chest and stomach once I heard it. To get such sensations from sound going directly into your ears was astounding.Read More