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Amazon Echo Review

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Amazon Echo Review

This is a quick review of the Amazon Echo and an overview for use in home automation. I use it in combination with Samsung SmartThings and the Logitech Harmony Smart Control/Home Hub to control my lights, TVs, garage door, Nest thermostats, and house alarm. By default, the Echo plays music from Amazon Prime Music but it also supports Spotify, Tune-In, and other music services. Installation and setup is easy. Download the Alexa App, and walk through the setup process. It links with smart hubs such as Samsung SmartThings, Wink Hub, and the Logitech Harmony Hub.

JBL LSR308 Review

JBL LSR308 Review

A quick review of the JBL LSR308 Reference Monitor. This is a great budget-friendly studio monitor and compares to the very popular Yamaha HS8 and KRK Rokit 8 monitors. The LSR308 sounds more appealing than the Yamaha HS8 but the Yamaha is more flat, which is usually preferred from a high quality reference monitor. The KRK Rokit 8 sounds kind of muddy. The instruments aren't as clear as the JBL and the Yamaha and the bass is hyped. This may be preferred for certain types of music but overall not ideal for a studio monitor.