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3 Creative Ways to Enjoy Your Multi-Room Audio System

A man cooking in a luxurious kitchen while listening to audio in his Savant system.

There's More than Music to Your Audio Technologies!

In the ever-evolving landscape of smart technology and modern homes, multi-room audio systems have transcended their conventional role as mere music players. These versatile systems open doors to innovative possibilities that can enrich your daily life, bringing more entertainment and luxury to your home.

In this blog, we'll delve into three unique ways to harness the potential of your multi-room audio system beyond the realm of music. Keep reading to discover how to transform your home in Highland Park, IL, with this technology!

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CONTROL4 VS. SAVANT: WHICH ONE IS RIGHT FOR YOU?

Side by side comparison of Control4 and Savant on-wall touchpad interfaces.

AN ANALYSIS OF CONTROL4 AND SAVANT SYSTEMS

Smart homes are no longer a distant dream; they're a reality transforming our daily lives. As people become more familiar with the technology, a common comparison arises when talking to our clients in Lake Forest, IL, and the surrounding area: Control4 v. Savant. 

The two brands have become synonymous with luxury home automation, but how do they stack up against each other? We'll explore the unique features, strengths, and differences, helping you decide which aligns best with your lifestyle and preferences.

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EXPERIENCE THE THRILL OF FOOTBALL WITH HIGH-END AUDIO SOLUTIONS

Let high-end audio bring the game to life for you.

BRING THE ROAR OF THE CROWD STRAIGHT TO YOUR LIVING ROOM

Football season is upon us, and the excitement is building. There's just something so electrifying about the roar of the crowd, the bantering commentators, and the crunching collision of helmets and pads that make up the unique soundtrack of this addictive game. When you can't be at the stadium, a high-end audio solution from Avidia can take your Barrington, IL, at-home game day experience to new levels.

Continue reading to explore how high-end audio systems can add fun and excitement to home entertainment experiences.

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CONSIDERING A SURROUND SOUND SYSTEM? HERE'S WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW

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PREPARING YOUR SPACE TO BECOME THE ULTIMATE ENTERTAINMENT HOT SPOT!

Adding a surround sound system can greatly enhance your home entertainment experience, whether you’re watching movies, binging shows, or enjoying the big game, but there are several factors that you should take into consideration before embarking on this exciting project for your Wilmette, IL, home theater or media room. 

Our team will walk you through the process from start to finish, but understanding what goes into this type of project is essential. Keep reading below to learn more!

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An Upgraded Media Room Provides the Perfect Entertainment Space

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Enjoy Football Season with Top-Tier Audiovisuals!

Creating a designated space for you and your family to enjoy movies, media, and more is key for your home entertainment. But with game nights throughout football season, you want an immersive room you can rely on to deliver a fantastic audiovisual performance every time you press play.

An upgraded media room can become your go-to for every viewing, whether it’s your favorite team playing or an impromptu movie night for you and the family. Keep reading below to learn about the many benefits of this AV installation, design, and setup in your Winnetka, IL, home!

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EXPERIENCE THE ULTIMATE HOME ENTERTAINMENT WITH A SAVANT AV SYSTEM

A woman in her bedroom watching TV and holding a Savant Pro Remote.

BRING PREMIUM DISTRIBUTED AV CONTENT TO EVERY ROOM

In the last several years, advanced audio-video solutions have transformed the home entertainment experience. Today, many homeowners in Highland Park, IL, and the surrounding areas expect brilliant lifelike images and high-fidelity sound in every room of their home. Some even extend this high-performance entertainment to the great outdoors!

Leading the pack in this changing landscape and offering some of the best AV solutions is our partner Savant, a leading smart home automation platform in the luxury home arena. The Savant AV System provides IP audio video, delivering premium distributed AV content to every room in your home and outdoor areas. Let’s explore this remarkable technology and how it offers the best in high-performance entertainment.

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Enjoy Powerful, Detailed Music With Today's Outdoor Speakers

A Coastal Source 3-Way Ellipse Bollard Speaker amidst the landscape.

CREATE THE ULTIMATE OUTDOOR EXPERIENCE WITH THE LATEST AUDIO TECHNOLOGY 

One of the common remarks we hear after designing and installing an outdoor audio system is, “We didn’t know outdoor music could sound so good.” This a fair statement in light of the changing technology that's led from one-directional outdoor speakers to 360-degree surround sound. 

Yes, you can experience an immersive sound field in your backyard, no matter the size of your property. From patios and pools to vast estates, we’ve created the ultimate audio systems thanks to the advancements introduced by leading audio manufacturers. 

Let’s explore the possibilities and how it’s changing the audio landscape in Wilmette, IL.

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Is the Control4 Home Automation System for You?

Add luxury to living with a Control4 home automation system.

LEARN HOW TO GAIN CONTROL USING PERSONAL AUTOMATION TOOLS

One intelligent control system can help you manage many different automated features within your home. As the number of smart tools in your home grows, you’ll find there comes a time when managing them all individually is no longer practical. This is where Control4 home automation comes in and makes things easier.

With Control4, you can merge all of your smart technologies into a single user-friendly control. The days of downloading multiple applications on your phone to operate various features around your home are over. If you appreciate the simplicity of a seamless experience, then consider a Control4 system for your Barrington, IL, residence.

Continue reading to learn more about how a personalized Control4 home automation system improves your day.

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Impressive Outdoor Audio Makes Every Activity Better

The Coastal Source Bollard speaker in a flowerbed.

ENJOY THE FINEST OUTDOOR AUDIO EXPERIENCE WITH COASTAL SOURCE SPEAKERS 

Are you ready to experience concert-quality music in your own backyard? We know it's hard to imagine, considering the one-directional under-eaves speakers and portable Bluetooth speakers we've become accustomed to. But there is a better way.

At Avidia, we specialize in designing, installing, and servicing premium audio, video, and home automation solutions. We’re committed to providing our clients with uncompromised quality and home entertainment that exceeds their expectations. To accomplish this, we partner with Coastal Source, the premier manufacturer of outdoor audio and lighting that’s easy to control and lasts a lifetime.

Let’s explore how Coastal Source speakers transform your outdoor areas in Lake Forest, IL.

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3 Home Network Performance Challenges to Consider

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STAY CONNECTED WHEN IT MATTERS MOST WITH AVIDIA’S NETWORKING SOLUTIONS

The modern world is a connected world. If you’re like nearly half of the country, you interact with at least one smart device every month, but that number is likely much higher if your Glencoe, IL, home is a smart home. A recent Plume IQ study reports that the average house has over 20 connected devices! 

How can a homeowner manage to keep all of those devices up and running as intended? And how is it possible to prepare your home for additional devices as they’re inevitably added in the future? With a professionally designed and installed network and advanced networking solutions, your highly-connected home will have robust and reliable wired and wireless connections in every room. 

If you’re wondering if it’s time to consider a new or upgraded home network, keep reading below for three tell-tale home networking issues you can rectify with help from your friends at Avidia!

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