Our Very Own Sandy Benson Featuted in Savannah Magazine’s Women In Business!
“We are so proud of our very own Sandy Benson and her recent feature in Savannah Magazine’s Women In Business. Not only is she a super sharp business woman… she is a true inspiration, leader, and fantastic mother. You Go Girl!
-CAV staff
View Sandy Benson Savannah Women in Business pdf here: 151__SavMag
Hats off to our team member Jason Clarke (always staying on top of things!):
On March 25th and 26th, 2014, Jason Clarke, a residential systems designer at Custom Audio Video, LLC attended The Big Show annual conference hosted by Aim High Audio and AHA Distributing. This event was devised to bring together custom integration dealers with manufacturers that build the technology they sell and give industry professionals the opportunity to connect and collaborate on education, technology, and marketing.
Great Digital Made Affordable
Following hot on the heels of the recent outstanding review of Rotel’s RC-1570, RCD-1570 and RB-1552MKII system in The Absolute Sound (April 2014), comes another over-the-top recommendation in the May/June issue for the RDD-1580 DAC.
Some of the most notable excerpts are below:
The Absolute Sound – May / June 2014 – Reviewer – Spencer Holbert
“… the new $799 Rotel RDD-1580, with its myriad inputs and superb design, represents an affordable option that won’t become obsolete in a few years. Plus the RDD-1580 is more than just a checklist of features; it’s a true hi-fi component with gripping sonics that run with the best of ’em without running you into debt.”
“Unless you are getting into DSD, this DAC has everything you need to rule the digital world.”
“When I listened to the RDD-1580, it was obvious that Rotel always had high-quality analog sound as its goal.”
“What’s amazing about the RDD-1580 is that it took the massive amount of sound from Solar Fields’ Movements and translated it into a beautiful soundscape that was far wider and deeper than that of my comparison DAC, which retails for about the same price. On “Sol,” the first track of the album, the bass seemed to rip from the ground and leap into my chair, while simultaneously the high-frequency zips-and-zaps flew from beyond the outer edges of the speakers to land centerstage, dance in mid-air, then retreat well to the rear.”
“Yes, I’m going on record and saying that if you have $800 and have to choose between vinyl and digital, buy the RDD-1580 first.”
“Another really cool feature is that you can stream music via Bluetooth when the supplied Bluetooth adaptor is plugged in to the front-panel USB input.”
“It is by far the best DAC that I’ve heard in this price range, and probably would beat out most DACs double or triple its price.”
“But if you are looking for a DAC that costs even $2500, don’t overlook the RDD-1580. I definitely hope Rotel will let me hang on to this one a while longer.”
So Proud To Be A Part Of This Great Darius Rucker Collegiate Golf Event
So excited to provide opportunities to educate the team in all areas of AV, Integration, Lighting, Shades & more…
March 29th 2014, CAV Bluffton Showroom – Lutron Radio Ra2 Training
The Radio Ra2 system is a totally wireless home control system that can include lighting, shades, HVAC and security. Custom Audio Video’s Lutron representative Jason Feus came to the showroom to train new technicians and designers about the system and its products.
CAV staff Iain Brown, Jeff Franklin, Eric Turner and Jed Garafolo attended the class. After a brief introduction to the history and background of Lutron, Jason explained in detail the products that make up the system and where they should be used. Giving practical examples Jason highlighted system limitations and capabilities as well as lead the attendees through some programming details and illustrations.
After taking an online test through Lutron’s Training website, the training qualified Iain, Jeff, Eric and Jed as certified Radio Ra2 design, installation and program specialists.
Lutron Electronics Residential Opportunities Tour
March 10th 2014, Charlotte, NC
Lutron Electronics Residential Opportunities Tour
This five day event was attended for one day only by Iain Brown of Custom Audio Video. The event is being repeated in various locations across the country and is intended to bring the latest information on new and existing Lutron products to the local Custom AV company installers, programmers and designers.
Various presenters delivered the latest information on lighting control products and systems from a simple 8 zone system available at Staples or Home Depot to full custom systems capable of running a 10,000 square foot home and beyond; shading solutions from inexpensive manually operated shades through the new Triathlon battery operated shades to wired and wireless Sivoia QS shades and systems; Ivalo – Lurton’s own lighting fixtures as well as breaking developments in controlling LED lights since the common incandescent bulb is being phased out. The day ended with some practical system programming examples.
Classé Wins The Absolute Sound Editor’s Choice Awards 2014
The Absolute Sound announced its 2014 Editor’s Choice Awards, honoring both the CP-800 Stereo Preamp/Processor and the CA-M600 amplifiers.
The CP-800 is described as “a spectacular performer that comes loaded with options…it boasts an exceptionally low noise floor and supremely high-resolution treble. Its tonal character is always firmly neutral.” JHb
Of the CA-M600s, the praise is equally effusive: “their sheer dynamism and alacrity are stunning. Blinding speed is coupled to a spookily low noise floor…You can search far and wide for a better amplifier at double the price.” JHb
Custom Audio Video is the only authorized Classé Audio specialist in Beaufort County. Stop by our showroom to hear and feel the difference.
This Looks Like A Pretty Good Match To Us – B & W, Maserati, and Heidi Klum
Another Rave Review From A Satisfied Customer! Way To Go Team!
Another Great Client Testimonial
