The Joke Man

Learn why rear speakers go silent in surround systems and how to quickly diagnose wiring, settings, and source issues.

Learn how to connect a soundbar with Bluetooth, pair devices correctly, fix common issues, and get better wireless audio performance.

Learn why surround speakers sound too quiet and how to correct balance, placement, calibration, and receiver settings for fuller surround sound.

Learn how to place surround speakers in an apartment for balanced sound, clearer dialogue, and less noise transfer.

Learn how to set speaker distance correctly to improve imaging, tonal balance, and room response in any stereo or home theater setup.

Learn how to place 7.1 speakers for balanced surround sound, clear dialogue, and stronger bass integration in a home theater.

Learn how to place surround speakers in an open room for clearer dialogue, stronger effects, and more balanced home theater audio.

Learn the ideal couch-to-surround-speaker distance, plus layout rules that improve immersion, clarity, and balance in any home theater.