Media Room
August 2025 / version 3
This is a summary of the Media Room and its operational components as of August 2025.
New in this incarnation are a desk extension on the left to accommodate a Mac in addition to the main Win PC, a pair of Martin Logan Electromotion ESLs as main speakers for the cinema setup, and a hugely comfortable electrically adjustable reclining comfort chair. I always resisted getting one of these because I didn’t like their bulky, old-fashioned looks. I still don’t think it’s good-looking, and it dominates the room, but the comfort is unbeatable.
By the way, although Logans and other dipoles should not be placed close to the back wall, I get away with this thanks to the surround amplifier’s Audyssey DSP, bass management with a separate sub, and the surround system’s different requirements from a stereo setup.
See the dedicated HFA History page 34 for detailed info on how this space was created.
Media Room Components
This list shows only the currently operational components in the Media Room. For more systems and a complete list of all Associated Reference Equipment, see All Systems and Associated Equipment Overviews.
Main Active Monitor Loudspeakers
Genelec 8341A
Digital Cables
Cinema Loudspeakers L/R
Martin Logan Electromotion ESL
Cinema Loudspeaker Center
Martin Logan Fresco
Cinema Loudspeakers Rear/Top Dolby Atmos
Piega ACE30
Cinema Amplifier
Denon AVC X3800H
Cinema Sub
Room Treatment
ArtNovion Douro W
R.T.F.S. Stripe
R.T.F.S. SiRRAH
R.T.F.S. Big Block
R.T.F.S. Ceiling Vane
Acustica Applicata DaaD 2
Acoustic Module Tube Basstrap Premium
T.Akustik Spektrum D20 Diffusor
Massive felt-covered bass trap next to the right-hand ESL
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See Also
HFA Audio Setups
Overviews of all HFA Setups by date
HFA Audio Setup History
Detailed reports of how the HFA setups and the rooms have developed over the years
Associated Equipment
A listing of all current audio equipment used in the audio systems and as references for reviews
HFA Awards page
Ranking Order of all reviewed components and their appointed Awards
