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If you’re hard of hearing, you likely struggle to hear the dialogue on your favourite TV shows, so what can be done to mitigate this issue? We asked one of our experienced sound experts to give his advice.

What are your options when it comes to music for your venue, how do you choose a sound system and does the genre of music matter?

Over the last century, music’s effect on our shopping behaviour has been proven time and time again. From television ads to music in store, we’ve come to expect our shopping experience to have a soundtrack. But how can this help drive sales?

Orbitsound have been busy. Our latest products are taking our speaker designs in a whole new direction. Let us tell you about what we're thinking.

Built-in amplifiers in speakers are a common feature. But what separates them from speakers with a plug-in amp?

Sometimes, a speaker system does more for your business than simply play music. Read on for how your speaker system represents your business.

You've probably heard of both aux and optical, but do you know the differences between the two and the pros and cons of both?

There's lots of different types and standards for USB these days, but what do they all mean? What's USB-C and what's USB 3.1?

The term 'stereo' is thrown around a lot, but what does it really mean and what are the alternatives to stereo?

Hugely improve your surround system easily by implementing our simple steps.

The roots of Orbitsound and Airsound audio technology stretch back to the mid-1940s. It all started with a curious boy looking over his father's shoulder in Tunbridge Wells.

There are a myriad of Bluetooth speakers on the market now, from very cheap to very expensive, but how can you tell if they are any good?

Are you tight on space but want to be big on sound in your home? Here's what you need to know about in-wall speakers.

Creating a surround sound system doesn't have to be expensive. We've compiled a checklist of questions to ask yourself in order to keep the cost down.

If you've invested time and money an Orbitsound Airsound-enabled speaker, we think it only fair you know how to make the most of it. Here are our pro-tips for choosing the placement of your speaker.

Looking to make your television speakers louder? Learn what options will work best to optimise your tv audio.

Music is for everyone. Maximise your enjoyment of it easily by using speakers with Airsound audio technology.

USB is still the most popular method of mobile charging. Can wireless charging compete with the reliability and speed of the USB lead?

There are lots of ways to wirelessly stream music to your speakers these days, but what are the differences between Airplay, Spotify and Bluetooth?

If you want to get the best sound from your speaker system a subwoofer is essential. Learn what makes a great sub and what you can do to get the best sound at home.

The History of Sound; Mono, stereo and Airsound; The journey to today’s audio production perfection.

The DOCK has taken up residence in Mark Knopfler’s famous studio, British Grove, where Guy Fletcher of Dire Straits fame puts it through its paces.

Orbitsound is proud to announce the DOCK E30, the latest in a growing product range, featuring Airsound, Wireless charging and built in Wi-Fi.

Seeing as we've built Qi wireless charging into our latest offering, the DOCK E30, we thought we'd provide you with a quick primer on this exciting new breakthrough in wireless charging.

Audio docks have been around since the introduction of MP3 players, but what makes a quality modern day dock?

Music is an essential part of any party. To help you choose your perfect sound system we’ve compiled our best tips for picking the ideal one for your needs.

Discover all there is to know about voice command speakers before you invest.

As a café owner, setting the right atmosphere for your customers won’t be lost on you, and you've probably considered how sound and music can play their part. However, have you considered what kind of audio setup might be best for your front of house?

There’s an irony about modern television: as video quality has improved, sound quality has worsened. Read on to find how soundbars can enhance audio experiences.

With multi-room speaker systems on the rise, it's time we talk about how the ONE P70W and Airsound technology have raised the bar for sound quality.

There are now multiple choices when it comes to wireless audio streaming, but we're here to tell you that Bluetooth is still a great way to stream your favourite music to your speaker.

Ceiling speakers are an increasingly popular option if you're serious about surround sound, but we're here to tell you there could be a better way...

Meet Matthew Vowels, who is part of the acoustic engineering team, and lectures at Surrey University.

Treble and Bass controls allow you to boost or cut certain frequencies of sound from your speaker, but what does that mean?

We compare the two most popular music streaming services; Spotify and Apple Music, to see which one hits the right notes with our speakers.

From inspiration to impression – we caught up with our Industrial Designer and our Managing Director (also our Sound Engineer) to see what inspires them through their creative processes.

Being in the company of someone who’s played with, directed and produced with legends like Tina Turner, Dire Straits and Mick Jagger provides more than a few reasons to have a chat.

The making of natural acoustics - Why we at Orbitsound use wood for our soundbars.

Which is the best WiFi streaming device? - A critical listen to today’s mainstream streaming technology.

It’s been just over a year since Orbitsound committed to supporting School Ground Sounds – a charity who bridges the inequality gap in music opportunity and education amongst young music makers.

Where should you place your soundbar so it compliments your TV and maximises the product performance?

Soundbars became increasingly popular as an alternative to poor quality built-in TV speakers that fail to match the visual excitement of the flat generation of screens.

The nifty dongle is designed to bring wireless streaming to your speakers within seconds and is a perfect addition to any music lover’s entertainment.