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Outdoor Audio

April 19th, 2021|

Spice up your garden entertainment this summer with some outdoor speakers! This feature reviews a some of the different types of high quality outdoor speakers available.  We support a number of brands including Sonance, Monitor Audio, Q-Acoustics and Speakercraft. Bring out some music into the garden ! For all your BBQs, gatherings and parties, or [...]

Outdoor Cinema

April 14th, 2021|

Now that spring weather has arrived and we are coming out of lockdown, this article focuses on Outdoor Entertainment and how to turn YOUR GARDEN into an outdoor cinema experience.! We have put together the following information to help you with any questions and help make informed choices on things you should consider. This article [...]

Cinema Room Case study: Before and After

April 15th, 2020|

We recently completed a home cinema room for customer during their house renovation in Southgate, London. Some details of installation are as follows: This stunning project was designed and completed on a modest budget and included the following components supplied and installed by Home Entertainment Direct: A projection system with 5.1 surround sound field: 8ft [...]

Wi-Fi and Data Networks

April 8th, 2020|

With many more people working from home it is a good time to review and upgrade your home network/internet with respect to speed, coverage and reliability. This can be achieved in a number of ways 1. Router: Ensure you have the latest technology/version router form your Internet service provider (ISP), such as BT, Virgin or [...]

Sonos Multi-Room Audio

August 29th, 2012|

What is Sonos ? Sonos is primarily a music streaming product that plays tunes stored on your home network, PC/Mac, itunes, or content streamed from an internet service provider such as Napster/Rhapsody or Spotify. Sonos consists of a small amplifier that can be installed into single or multiple rooms and connected to speakers. The system [...]

TV above fireplace Installation

May 20th, 2010|

There is a common misconception that Plasma/LCD TVs cannot be placed above fireplaces or wall mounted onto chimney breasts. However, when choosing an installation service from Home Entertainment Direct, you can be assured that we have a wealth of experience and expertise mounting TVs above fires. We can advise on height, structural and heat considerations, [...]