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Audio Advice Live Returns to Raleigh Aug. 7–9

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Audio Advice announced that Audio Advice Live will return to the Sheraton Raleigh Hotel Aug. 7–9, marking the fifth year of the consumer-focused home audio and home theater event.

The annual showcase brings together home entertainment brands, industry experts and consumers for hands-on demonstrations of high-end audio and video technologies. Organizers said this year’s event will include more than 60 experience rooms and over 12 immersive Dolby Atmos theater systems.

Attendees will have the opportunity to audition loudspeakers, projectors, TVs, headphones, turntables and electronics from manufacturers including Bowers & Wilkins, KEF, JL Audio, Sony, JVC, Epson, McIntosh, Sonus Faber, Marantz, JBL Synthesis, SVS, Klipsch and Kaleidescape.

“Audio Advice Live is designed to give consumers an opportunity to experience a massively diverse set of home audio and home theater products all in one location,” said Jonathan Stephens, chief revenue officer at Audio Advice. “Now in our fifth year, we have attracted the top brands from around the world and we could not be more excited to host it right here in Raleigh, North Carolina.”

In addition to product demonstrations, the event will feature Deep Dive Sessions led by industry experts, live entertainment and product showcases throughout the weekend. Friday evening programming includes a live concert at the Lincoln Theater and a keynote presentation from Audio Advice CEO Scott Newnam focused on trends in the home entertainment industry.

Early-bird ticket pricing will be available through Aug. 6, with one-day passes priced at $25 and three-day passes at $45. On-site pricing during the event increases to $30 for a one-day pass and $50 for a three-day pass. Admission for children and students ages 21 and under is free.

Admission includes access to all demo rooms, educational sessions, panel discussions and the Friday evening concert and keynote event.

Audio Advice Live will take place at the Sheraton Raleigh Hotel in Raleigh, North Carolina. Additional event information and registration details are available through Audio Advice.

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