HTSA News and Press

Many articles and press releases are written by—and about—HTSA members across the country. These informative pieces focus on topics that are of interest to homeowners including the latest smart home technologies, recommendations on system components, and troubleshooting advice. Information can also be found regarding upcoming training and lecture series, product reviews, and more. We’re confident these posts will help our members’ clients and potential clients better understand the high-tech world of custom home movie theaters, whole house audio and integrated lighting systems, and show how certified HTSA members can turn the dream of a custom home theater installation into reality.

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December 18, 2008 HTSA Names New Board

Dealerscope editors cover HTSA’s announcement of a new Board of Directors. The group’s members elected Mike McMaster of Wilshire Home Entertainment president. Leon Shaw of Audio Advice was elected vice president. Meanwhile, six previous board members will return next year. Read more.



December 17, 2008 Press Release: HTSA Elects New President, VP and Names Board Members

CE Pro editors cover HTSA’s announcement of a new Board of Directors. The group’s members elected Mike McMaster of Wilshire Home Entertainment president. Leon Shaw of Audio Advice was elected vice president. Read more.



December 14, 2008 Put Dreams of a New HDTV on Pause

Tampa Tribune editors feature HTSA member, Audio Visions South, in an article on the benefits of waiting until after the Christmas months to purchase a HDTV. "It will be a roller coaster for prices," said George Liu, owner of Audio Visions South in Tampa. Read more.



December 10, 2008 Buying a cheap HDTV could cost you in the long run, says home theater specialists

Matt Burns of CrunchGear features HTSA in an article about his skepticism of the group’s warnings against the dangers of purchasing a cheap HDTV. David Berman, HTSA’s director of training and public relations, responds by saying, “While there is certainly truth to the fact that we try to always recommend the best first, the point was to showcase why the best are worth the investment - if it’s within that person’s budget.” Read more.



December 10, 2008 Press Release: HTSA Warns Holiday Shoppers About Buying Low End HDTVs

CE Pro editors feature HTSA in an article about the dangers of purchasing a cheap HDTV. HTSA experts say many of those $700 TVs that keep popping up this season are seriously flawed. According to David Berman, HTSA’s director of training and public relations, the primary methods low-end manufacturers use to cut manufacturing costs are to remove key technologies and features that reduce performance, reliability, and service. They install lower quality processing engines, pair them with displays t Read more.



December 10, 2008 Audio Advice Bucks the Trend by Expanding

Sue Stock of the News & Observer features HTSA member, Audio Advice, in an article about their purchase of a Raleigh competitor. CEO Scott Newnam says, “The jump that we're seeing in terms of remodeling or people deciding to upgrade their current home has been a significant change in our business.” Read more.



December 10, 2008 HTSA Warns Against Cheap TVs

Rachel Cericola of Electronic House features HTSA in an article about the dangers of purchasing a cheap HDTV. HTSA experts say many of those $700 TVs that keep popping up this season are seriously flawed. David Berman, HTSA’s director of training and public relations, cites cheap processing engines and lesser warranties as some of the common problems associated with TV deals. Read more.



December 10, 2008 Audio Advice Buys Innovative Systems

Colleen Bohen of TWICE Magazine features HTSA member, Audio Advice, in an article about their purchase of a Raleigh competitor. CEO Scott Newnam says, “Innovative Systems is a best-in-class home-automation company. Jim Williamson, who headed Innovative in Raleigh, has a terrific reputation in our market and brings a strong management and automation background to us.” Read more.



October 9, 2008 Audio Advice Buys Raleigh Competitor

Chris Coletta of Triangle Business Journal features HTSA member, Audio Advice, in an article about their purchase of a Raleigh competitor. CEO Scott Newnam says of the acquisition, “I said, look, we’re the largest guys in the Triangle, and they were number two in the Raleigh market in terms of doing custom installations. So I said, you know, wouldn’t it be great if we combined together, got economies of scale.” Read more.



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