Why your expensive home entertainment system still sucks (Directors Cut)

In this special episode of the Artisan Series, we dive into the science of sound with none other than Garth Powell, the engineering mastermind behind AudioQuest. If you've invested in high-end audio gear but still feel like your system falls flat, this episode is for you. We tackle the big questions: Why does power noise ruin your sound? Do high-quality cables really make a difference? What’s the secret to grounding your system for maximum clarity? Garth shares his decades of expertise to explain why your audio might still suck—and what you can do to fix it. From hidden noise problems to the role of power conditioning, ground noise, and protecting your gear, we cover it all. Whether you’re an audiophile or just want better sound, this episode is packed with insights that will change how you think about your system. For more home automation content like this – be sure to subscribe and follow us on social media: Instagram: / architechnellc LinkedIn: / architechne Website: https://architechne.net/ AudioQuest: Instagram: @AudioQuest LinkedIn: / audioquest Website: https://www.audioquest.com/ Thank you! 😊 Host: Jeff Cole (Architechne) Guest: Garth Powell (AudioQuest) Producer: Tony Callen & Andrew Engel (Vnzo AEC) Cinematographers/Editors: Tony Callen (Vnzo AEC) Series produced by Vnzo AEC.