The New Apple HomePod 2 can be used in Stereo mode with an Apple TV to create a Home Theater System. As an Audio Engineer, I had to find out how the HomePod 2nd Generation compares against a THX-compatible 5.1 Home Theater Sound System. This is an experiential binaural audio review and comparison, so wear headphones or earbuds 🌎 Protect yourself with NordVPN and get a bonus discount: https://nordvpn.com/techtoday (sponsored)

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CHAPTERS
0:00 Intro & Why the Sound is Different for this video
0:24 This is an Experiential review. How to have the best experience
0:45 The two audio setups
1:00 The Difference between HomePod 2nd Generation and HomePod 1st Generation
1:38 Why is Apple releasing a new HomePod?
1:55 The Stereo Setup Process
2:11 Why you cannot mix and match Gen 1 and Gen 2 speakers
2:50 The Experiential Review: Wear headphones or earbuds in both ears
3:20 AUDIO SAMPLE: HomePod 2
4:00 AUDIO SAMPLE: 5.1 System
4:36 Observations and Thoughts
4:57 AUDIO SAMPLE: Music (both systems)
6:24 HomePod 2 Max Volume Notes
6:47 Do the HomePods 2 have less bass?
7:26 AUDIO SAMPLE: HomePod 2 at 100% Volume and 50% Volume (Matched in Post)
8:03 ANSWER: What is going on with the bass on the HomePod 2
8:30 Issues I had with the HomePod 2 and Apple TV Setup
9:13 Who is the HomePod 2 for?
10:26 Talking to Siri about this video's sponsor, NordVPN
11:44 Final Thoughts
12:00 AUDIO SAMPLE: Extended Enclave Music Sample

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