Category Archives: Home Cinema
Baby It’s Cold Outside…
We have at least six more weeks of winter. That’s six more weekends of miserable wet weather to get through before we can reasonably hope for the soul-nourishing rays of the sun to reappear again. Instead of braving the harshness of winter to attend cold, often unclean and over priced cinema complexes, just submit to […]
Cables. The unsung heroes of sound.
Did you know the cable that connects your speakers to your sound system plays a major role in the quality of the sound? It doesn’t matter what system you have – a basic stereo, a home cinema or a full-blown hifi system – your choice of speaker cable is going to affect the way it […]
Projector myths: Well and truly busted
Myth #1: You need a completely dark room. Not true. Fact is, today’s projectors are super bright in comparison to those of the early 2000s. And when you’re watching brighter content, such as sport, most well-lit rooms will do just fine. The most important thing to ensure is that you have no direct sunlight on […]
West Coast HiFi at the 2018 HIA Home Show
Get the right advice on your next Home Theatre from the team at West Coast HiFi this weekend at the HIA Perth Home Show. Come see us at the Perth HIA Home Show this weekend to see, try and buy all the latest home entertainment and smart home technology. Bring in your home floor plans […]
Projector or TV?
It’s the age-old question, do I stick with a TV for my home theatre system, or should I really be looking at a projector? The answer, as you might expect, is that it depends on what you’re looking for. Let’s walk you through the options and point out some of the pros and cons along […]
Integrated solutions. More than just a buzz word.
You’ve had your brand spanking new home theatre system installed and you’ve invited friends around for the ‘grand opening’. And there, laid out before you is a sea of remote controls. One for this, one for that. Another for…okay, so you’ve forgotten what that remote is for. Multiple remotes are a minefield of confusion and […]
The home theatre process
Home theatre systems aren’t one-size-fits-all. To get the most out of your system it should be tailored to suit you and your home. At West Coast Hifi we have a tried and tested process that will ensure you get the right system at the right price. Step 1: The consultation This is where we get […]
True 4K Projection more affordable than ever!
While 4K televisions have become the norm over the last few years, the comparatively high price of 4K projectors have seen more people purchasing Full HD projectors or projectors that offer ‘4K upscaling’ rather than investing in True 4K projection. However, with the increased amount of Ultra HD Blu Rays available to buy and more […]
Home Cinema LED ‘Glow’ Screens now available
Working with our screen manufacturer Dynamic Screens we’ve just added the option of LED Lighting behind the screen for added effect and to fully complement the room’s design and décor. Available as an option on any of our Cinemascope or Standard Fixed Frame screens, Think of it as ‘Ambilight‘ for your Home Theatre. See it […]