Big Picture Big Sound

Check out the portfolio and writing samples of Chris Chiarella, a talented copywriter writing compelling, creative copy for digital and print marketing and advertising campaigns. Chris was one of our first contributors to Big Picture Big Sound and helped grow the site into a true reference for technology and film.

Reference Home Theater, a site launched by audio video guru Chris Heinonen, provides Audio/Video reviews, news and commentary on the industry as a whole.

Fine piano tuning and piano repair services in Broadalbin, NY. Proudly serving the greater capital region (Albany), lower Adirondacks, Saratoga County, Montgomery County, Fulton County and Hamilton County Since 1996.

After Dark Adventures (ADA) provides large outdoor screens and audio/video equipment rentals to turn your backyard or park into a full-fledged outdoor movie theater. The family-run company services many areas of Connecticut, Massachusetts, and Rhode Island.

Blu-ray News, Views and Vital Statistics. In addition to Blu-ray hardware and software news, Blu-rayStats.com allows users to view details of Blu-ray Disc media filtered by any number of vital statistics such as audio format, video codec, studio of release, even average score of the film on Rotten Tomatoes.

This site, founded by our own Brandon A. DuHamel, focuses on Blu-ray technology, hardware and software including news and reviews of the latest titles available in Blu.

Funk and Little is Connecticut's premier home remodeling and renovation contractor. From custom A/V equipment shelving to media storage cabinets to projector enclosures, Funk and Little can help you create your ultimate home theater.

Site provides brief reviews of a large number of TV antennas, indoor and outdoor, designed for DTV reception.

San Diego-based custom installer and home theater specialist provides design, consultation, and installation of consumer and professional grade audio visual equipment including whole home automation systems.

Home Theater Equipment, HDTV and Blu-ray player reviews, brought to you by Jerry Del Colliano, founder and former publisher of AV Revolution.

Packaged Media vs. Digital Downloads - the debate rages on.

Ask Scotty - Home Theater Sales and Installation in Arizona.

Short story site publishes new stories every month from well-known writers as well as new talent. Stories include science fiction, fantasy and other popular fiction genres.

Blog Critics calls itself a "sinister cabal of superior writers." And BPBS Home Theater Editor Chris Boylan has just joined their ranks. Check out blogcritics.org for some of the best (and most opinionated) reviews and articles on movies, culture, gadgets, technology and more.

Technorati is the source for blogs on just about any topic under the sun. Currently tracking over 112 million blogs world wide.

Custom home theater installer specializes in home theater design and installation, flat panel HDTV mounting and set-up (plasma, LCD), in-wall and in-ceiling speaker installations, DIRECTV HD, and commercial installations.

Looking for a unique party idea for a special occasion or charity fundraiser? Wild Willy's Casino Parties will bring a professional quality casino event to your home or hall, complete with cards, chips, professional dealers and tables. Serving New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania and Connecticut.

ModernHomeTheater.com gives consumers insider access to the world's most fantastic automated homes and home theaters. See the Star Wars and Titanic-themed theaters plus dozens more ULTIMATE level home theaters.

Great resource for information and discussions about satellite-provided home entertainment (in both the TV and radio flavors). Includes discussion of both the hardware and the services.

Extremely popular and useful web site for all things satellite-related (satellite TV that is) with forums, reviews and animated discussions by experts in the field (but open to everyone).

New online home theater design guide Web site features articles on home theater planning, design, and development.

Popular web publication for audio, music and home theater, emphasizing high resolution recordings and music titles in surround. AUDIOPHILE AUDITION began as a weekly national radio series hosted by John Sunier, which aired for 13 1/2 years on up to 200 public radio and commercial stations coast to coast. The medium has changed, but the message has not: music lovers now have more choices than ever for bringing high quality music and recordings to their homes.

Home Theater DIYer and Big Picture Big Sound contributor Dennis McLaughlin is the publisher of this useful site, dedicated to helping the handy and the not-so-handy build a great home theater on a budget. From hiding speaker wires in existing construction to more advanced soundproofing and sound treatment solutions, you'll find a wealth of DIY information here.

Larry Eiss is an amateur photographer, woodworking buff and philisopher, with much to say on his blog. Check out his photo gallery for some really nice shots of the Adirondack Mountains in upstate NY as well as other subjects.

Search engine which specializes in aggregating professional reviews of consumer products from all over the Web (including Big Picture Big Sound, of course). If you're in the market for almost anything consumer-related, it's likely that it has been reviewed and you'll find that review on www.testseek.com.

Online discussion forum with resident experts who discuss and respond to questions on home theater systems and design. It is also the official home of the BFD Guide and Room EQ Wizard... dedicated to getting the most out of your subwoofer. Everyone is welcome to participate, with active members hailing from all over the world.

Tips for selecting components including video projectors, big-screen TVs, plasma and LCD displays, DVD players, HDTV receivers, satellite TV and surround sound systems.

While the balding, aging, softening hard-core audiophile contingent grows balder, older, softer (and wider), a new voice arises in High-End audio - namely Josh Ray of Sonic Flare. Tune in for Josh'es daily dose of news, mutterings and musings on the state of high-end audio and the gear that makes us music and movie-lovers quiver.

A useful and comprehensive directory of audio and music-related Web sites.

Online furniture store ofers excellent pricing on high quality furniture including a wide selection of Mission and Craftsman-style furniture. Also check out their Plasma and LCD flat panel TV storage solutions, perfect for displaying your plasma, LCD or direct view tube HDTV, home theater components and DVDs.

A comprehensive home theater guide to HT systems, product reviews, and home theater design, featuring a practical hands-on approach to home theater.

HTmarket.com offers the finest home theater products and accessories to the public at discount prices, with over 2500 products available (and growing). They are a top service Yahoo Store rated 4.5 stars by their customers in Yahoo Shopping.

Some people stick a projector or big TV in their basement, plug in a DVD player and some surround sound speakers and call it a 'Home Theater' but Steve Jenkins did things a bit differently. Check out Steve's over-the-top "Las Vegas meets old-style movie palace" home theater and see what it took to actually put it together.

eCoustics provides a comprehensive directory of home theater equipment reviews as well as reviews for home audio gear, computers, photo and video gear and even merchant reviews.

Online site for bargains and discounts on home theater gear and more.