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Home automation has revolutionized modern living, especially in the tech-savvy San Francisco Bay Area. At Performance Audio, we specialize in smart home technology, helping homeowners, architects, builders, and decorators understand and implement these systems. Demystifying home automation and answering common questions highlights how our services can enhance your home's comfort, security, and energy efficiency. Understanding …

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Ever since the invention of the television, it’s become a more important part of every home. We gather around them to watch our favorite movies, shows, and sports teams. As time goes on, TVs continue to get better and better, and there’s some sense of pride in having the latest and greatest video technology available. …

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Not all sound systems are alike. However, most consist of several vital components: a source, a mixer, an amplifier, and speakers. While you certainly desire a cost-effective bar or restaurant sound solution, you must strike a balance between price and quality. And if you don't have much experience or knowledge about sound systems, this can …

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Noise can be a persistent challenge when working from home, setting up a music studio, or simply seeking peace and quiet. Proper soundproofing transforms a space into a calmer, more functional environment. With expert solutions like insulation upgrades and noise-reducing door techniques, Performance Audio offers professional services to help you create the quiet space you …

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Surround sound immediately improves the quality of any high-fidelity home theater setup, but installing and positioning it effectively can also be one of the more challenging home theater mini-projects. While the hallmark of a high-fidelity surround system is its ability to support the fullest possible spectrum range of frequencies, certain movies make it easier to …

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Surround sound is a technology that immerses you in the experience of watching a sporting event or movie or television or playing a video game. The capability has been around since the 1940s with the development of two channels for sound, but surround sound as we know it did not appear until 1976. In the …

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Improve Security at Home with these Home Security Tips Taking care of your home and keeping your family safe is of prime importance. No one wants to believe their home can be the victim of a break-in, but the sad reality is that crime can happen anywhere. Surveillance systems act as a strong deterrent to …

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No home theater is complete without a projector. Thankfully, quality projectors are more accessible than ever before and are even more cost-effective than TVs in many cases. Projectors are the best option for people who want a massive visual display in their home. To make sure you’re getting the best projector for your ultimate home …

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Having a great sound system is important if you play a lot of video games or are into watching movies. Any room has the potential to have great acoustics. You just need to learn how to optimize the placement of your speakers. The placement of your speakers plays a huge role in the sound quality …

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Home automation has recently become much more accessible to the modern homeowner than ever before. Smart home integration and wifi devices have opened up a world of motorized blinds, intuitive appliances, and app-controlled amenities that were the exclusive purview of event venues and celebrity mansions. You can control your lights, thermostat, garage door, refrigerator, and …

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