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Another East Bay Company Chooses SCI To Update Their Facility!

kb — Wed, 17 Aug 2011 18:41:27 +0000

Here are a few before and after shots of this ongoing project!

The CEO's office needs a TV!

The Conference Room

More pictures to follow. We are adding Crestron control along with custom desktop switching and control for all 7 TV’s and multiple sources. From any executive desktop you will be able to route any source to any tv.

NEW from B&W Bowers & Wilkins, the PM-1!

kb — Fri, 24 Jun 2011 18:05:10 +0000

The NEW PM-1, $2,800.00 per pair seen here with with the PM-1 Stand.

Introducing the NEW Bowers & Wilkins PM1, probably the most refined small speaker yet created. Many of the lessons learned in the development of the 800 Series Diamond have influenced the design of the PM1.It offers an extremely high-quality audio performance and features several key technological innovations, including a new tweeter design and a cabinet unlike anything previously constructed by Bowers & Wilkins.

Foremost among the new technology is the PM1′s Carbon Braced Tweeter. This new design takes the already high performance of Bowers & Wilkins aluminum domes to a whole new level. The tweeter mechanism is mounted on top of the PM1 in the same way as the 800 Series Diamond and uses a Nautilus(tm) tapering tube. However, its high-quality aluminum dome, is strategically stiffened with a ring of filament-wound ultra-high modulus pitch-based carbon fiber.

Sitting below the Carbon Braced Tweeter is what at first appears to be a regular Bowers & Wilkins Kevlar® cone bass/midrange driver, as found on the likes of the well-regarded CM1, and which is renowned for its ability to deliver clarity and detail at mid frequencies. However, the PM1′s drive unit features a new Anti-Resonance Plug: a mushroom-shaped device that is a tight fit inside the voice coil former, helping to damp the motion of the former. This reduces cone break-up, for a smoother, more refined sound, again raising the performance of a key Bowers & Wilkins technology to a new level of performance.

The construction of the cabinet is critical in any loudspeaker, but especially so in a mini monitor. Internally, the PM1 uses the Bowers & Wilkins Matrix(tm) bracing system, for improved rigidity. This is a vital element in producing a large sound from a compact loudspeaker. The striking front baffle and top panel is also a key element in the PM1′s refined performance. The shape echoes the profile of the ‘head’ unit used on the 800 Diamond and 802 Diamond, and improves image localization. A layer of mineral-filled resin is poured in liquid form to the back of the outer thermoset profile, where it sets to create a dual-layer composite that combines high mass with damping for an impressively inert construction.

Lots of technology in a georgous package!!

Our Manteca Project Is Coming Along!

kb — Fri, 03 Jun 2011 19:27:10 +0000

As we near completion here in Manteca I wanted to show some pictures of the B&W Signature 8′s once painted out and in the context of the whole system . Additionally we have the kitchen and master bedroom.

Here is the living room which features the B&W Signature 8 for right, left and center channel speakers as well as the ISW-4 in wall sub woofer. Once painted they look wonderful.

Inside the cabinet is the heart of the system. An Anthem MRX-700 Surround Sound Receiver, Marantz BD-7004 BluRay and a NA-7004 Network Audio Player. The HD video is distributed thru the home via a Atlona HDMI Matrix Switcher. The entire system is protected by Furman AC protection. The automation is by Crestron. One button operation expertly programmed in house by SCI!

The kitchen TV is mounted on a swing arm so it can be viewed while cooking or dining.

The master bedroom TV is neatly tucked in a corner above the dresser.

More from Manteca!

kb — Thu, 02 Jun 2011 20:20:22 +0000

Here are a couple of pictures of the B&W speakers installed but prior to painted grills!

The B&W Signature 8's are installed!

In-Ceiling B&W's will disappear once the grills are added!

B&W In-Ceiling Speakers Sure Will Look Good

kb — Wed, 25 May 2011 20:22:17 +0000

Here are a couple of pictures of a beautiful remodel we are working on in Oakland. The new B&W in-ceiling speakers sound great and will look wonderful in these locations! Look for the finished photos to see them disappear!

Rough in for the living room speakers.

Our Manteca Project Continues.

kb — Wed, 18 May 2011 17:35:18 +0000

Here is another shot of the living room now that the sheet rock has been patched. As you can see, the back boxes are covered leaving only the area the speaker will fill. Our next photo will be after the speakers are installed and the painter has done his work.

B&W Signature 8's back boxes prior to paint and speaker installation.

The kitchen ceiling before paint.

Manteca Rough In!

kb — Tue, 10 May 2011 21:39:36 +0000

Here are a couple of pictures of the living room rough in. This room will feature a 58 inch Panasonic Professional Series Plasma TV and the stunning B&W Signature 8 Surround Sound speaker assortment. 3 of the Signature 8 in-wall’s and the B&W ISW4 in wall subwoofer!

One of the things that make the B&W Signature 8's so special sounding is the proper mounting of the back boxes.

Look in the next few days to see these back boxes disappear!

A New and Exciting Project in Manteca, CA

kb — Fri, 29 Apr 2011 21:00:10 +0000

Here is a lovely little home in Manteca. We will be doing a B&W Signature Home Theater in the living room, distributed HD Video to the Master bedroom and the Kitchen . Music will all be stored on hard drive and accessed via Apple i-Pad! Control by Crestron!

The blank wall that will become home to the B&W Signature Home Theater and the Panasonic Professional 58 inch Plasma TV.

The kitchen wall to the right of the window will be home to a 32 inch flat panel. B&W in-ceiling speakers will provide sound for the room.

This patio area off the living room and the Master bedroom will feature B&W WeatherProof Monitors for great sound while enjoying the pool.

Custom Theater Seats Arrive in Berkeley!

kb — Fri, 29 Apr 2011 20:31:39 +0000

The Seating arrived and was installed in our Berkeley Hills Dedicated Theater! Beautiful!!!

Custom made to our clients spec these VIP Cinema seats are beautiful as well as comfortable!

One last peek at the cabinet!

Berkeley Hills Dedicated Theater Continues

kb — Fri, 28 Jan 2011 20:17:07 +0000

Here are a couple of shots of the dedicated theater project we have been working on. The room features an Epson projector, Image Screen, the new Marantz SR-7005 Surround Sound Receiver and the UD-5005 Universal Disc Player. For speakers we have a full compliment of B&W. Embedded behind the screen are 3 CWM-7.3′s. For the sides and rears we used the CCM-663. Also we added the B&W SA250 sub woofer amp and 2 ISW-4 in-wall sub woofers! To protect the system we added Furman, to cool we added Active Thermal Management and to control the system with ease we added Crestron. The last step is the seating. Look for the finished pictures soon!

As you can see we designed for 3 rows of tiered theater seating.

The electronics are in the cabinet below the screen. Also note the B&W ISW-4 sub woofer to the right of the cabinet. One of two subs in the room.