(Another low-tech idea: turning on closed captions, as many readers have suggested.). And with the deadline demands for a TV show, the audio may have been mixed too hastily or sloppily. Start with the programmers desire to promote music that a show has paid for, or a belief that loud music adds to the drama of a scene. Q I was wondering if you would be able to explain why TV shows must have the background music/noise sooooooooo loud! For the first time in the history of the United States, there are 95 million people over the age of 50 and many of them have some degree of hearing loss. While some readers have said the problem is not in their hearing, another said his test found serious hearing loss., Rich Heldenfels' column is distributed by Tribune News Service. That should tell you that the issue is not going away. Hey, it helped at the House of Heldenfels. All rights reserved. There have also been complaints about sound in some big movies, and thats not going to get any better when you watch them on TV. There have also been complaints about sound in some big movies, and thats not going to get any better when you watch them on TV. But lets revisit explanations and possible solutions. I have an answer, a long one to many questions. Netflix once dominated the streaming market, but do you think another platform has taken the lead? Set Front Surround to OFF. We have found that some cable remotes have crossover signals (for instance their DVR button) which activate the Front Surround on the adjacent television set. Then wonder about the audio quality in your TV set, since its long been argued that TV speakers are not up to the task of modern sound. Write to Rich Heldenfels, P.O. Do you have a question or comment about entertainment past, present and future? For the first time in the history of the United States, there are 95 million people over the age of 50 and many of them have some degree of hearing loss. While some readers have said the problem is not in their hearing, another said his test found serious hearing loss.. Messenger: Daughter wants justice for dads arrest at BJC while he was a kidney patient. With questions and answers about "Discovery," "Normal, Ohio" and "Joe Pickett.". Subscribe with this special offer to keep reading, (renews at {{format_dollars}}{{start_price}}{{format_cents}}/month + tax). TV Q&A: Why is the background noise sooooo loud on TV shows? Box 417, Mogadore, OH 44260, or brenfels@gmail.com. Zvox, for that matter, argues that baby boomers listened to LOUD music when they were young. This would move the rear surround, usually music and sound effects, information to the main speakers. But lets revisit explanations and possible solutions. And, as one commenter noted on CNET.com some time back, if youre watching a show in 5.1 and your sound system is 2.1, youre going to have to do a combination of settings to get it right. And while that may solve the dialogue problem, its still not fancy 5.1 sound. The music-vs.-dialogue problem also declined when we made the switch from speakers to a sound bar. I thought I was going deaf and went to have my hearing checked! Heres a guide to streaming nominees to help you catch up, from award-winning series to splashy newcomers. Then wonder about the audio quality in your TV set, since its long been argued that TV speakers are not up to the task of modern sound. Send questions to Rich Heldenfels, P.O. If this does not correct the problem, then the issue might be a 5.1 surround audio mix problem at your local CBS station or affiliate., But suppose you have a home theater or other external speakers and still have problems. Cardinals two-way prospect Masyn Winn flashes his 100.5-mph heat. From shortstop. Come to find out we are not the only ones as I have been taking a survey of sorts from friends and strangers of all ages and they all agree with me that this is a problem. All-Stars orbit around Cardinals great Pujols as he shines in his final Derby.

Last chance! A decidedly low-tech solution may be moving the speakers in relation to where you sit so youre not getting too much sound from a too-near source. On those hot summer nights (or days), curl up with these TV series that are more quirky than gritty. (Another low-tech idea: turning on closed captions, as many readers have suggested.). You have questions. 2022 www.beaconjournal.com. Get the recommendations on what's streaming now, games you'll love, TV news and more with our weekly Home Entertainment newsletter! Get up-to-the-minute news sent straight to your device. Start with the programmers desire to promote music that a show has paid for, or a belief that loud music adds to the drama of a scene. Set Front Surround to OFF. We have found that some cable remotes have crossover signals (for instance their DVR button) which activate the Front Surround on the adjacent television set. I thought I was going deaf and went to have my hearing checked. {{start_at_rate}} {{format_dollars}} {{start_price}} {{format_cents}} {{term}}, {{promotional_format_dollars}}{{promotional_price}}{{promotional_format_cents}} {{term}}, Man shoots, kills robbery suspect during violent crime spree in St. Charles, Cardinals bullpen does the job, but Genesis Cabrera shows some bad mound presence, Hochman: Juan Soto is for the birds; starting pitching is for the Cardinals. This can be corrected via your remote control, accessing MENU, and then the audio or sound profile. Your California Privacy Rights / Privacy Policy. A BBC executive in 2011 noted that the noisy TV environment could also be hurt by a mumbling actor. And those of us advanced in years are less accustomed to a loud music mix than younger viewers who grew up with it. Why the loud music? Finally, there may be human factors. Zvox, for that matter, argues that baby boomers listened to LOUD music when they were young. Even though the last new episodes of Arthur aired in February, the lovable aardvark isnt going away. Individual replies are not guaranteed.).

A BBC executive in 2011 noted that the noisy TV environment could also be hurt by a mumbling actor. And those of us of advanced in years are less accustomed to a loud music mix than younger viewers who grew up with it. This would move the rear surround, usually music and sound effects, information to the main speakers. A decidedly low-tech solution may be moving the speakers in relation to where you sit so youre not getting too much sound from a too-near source. All-Star Game notebook: As trade buzz swirls, Nationals star Juan Soto could 'tremendously' shape race, BenFred: Arenado, Marmol make clear where they think bar for Cardinals should be, Blues GM Doug Armstrong on Tarasenko rumors: I expect (to have) him, Nurses pack courtroom as judge denies bond for SSM DePaul stabbing suspect, Fed-up Missouri caregivers walk away from disabled client, leaving mother, sheriffs deputy scrambling, Safaris, glamping, tower ride: St. Louis Zoo reveals details of WildCare Park, Nolan Arenado says test vs. top teams underscores Cardinals 'needs', Cardinals draft Oregon States Cooper Hjerpe, lefty who defies bats, delights metrics, Pujolspalooza! But even with a theater or a sound bar, you may have to work with the settings to find the best balance. From space sagas with bounty-hunting misfits to vengeance stories featuring a protagonist who wants to settle a score, anime offers something for everyone. If this does not correct the problem, then the issue might be a 5.1 surround audio mix problem at your local CBS station or affiliate., But suppose you have a home theater or other external speakers and still have problems. The governor signed it anyway. The music-vs.-dialogue problem also declined when we made the switch from speakers to a sound bar. And, as one commenter noted on cnet.com some time back, if youre watching a show in 5.1 and your sound system is 2.1, youre going to have to do a combination of settings to get it right. And while that may solve the dialogue problem, its still not fancy 5.1 sound. Or you may need to look at the settings, as cbs.com says: Occasionally, we have found that viewers who experience an overly loud background music playback sometimes have a stereo television and that the front surround feature is activated. I have written about it from time to time for about 15 years now, and folks still ask about this, more than about anything else. But even with a theater or a sound bar, you may have to work with the settings to find the best balance. Q: I was wondering if you would be able to explain why the TV shows must have the background music/noise sooooooooooooo LOUD! I have been taking a survey of sorts from friends and strangers of all ages, and they all agree with me that this is a problem. Letters may be edited. And when I talked about this once before, a reader especially recommended a speaker from Zvox called the Accuvoice, which uses a hearing-aid type technology to pull dialogue out of the soundtrack. Come to find out, we are not the only ones. Box 417, Mogadore, OH 44260, or brenfels@gmail.com. Finally, there may be human factors. Or you may need to look at the settings, as CBS.com says: Occasionally, we have found that viewers who experience an overly loud background music playback sometimes have a stereo television and that the front surround feature is activated. This can be corrected via your remote control, accessing MENU, and then the audio or sound profile. Hey, it helped at the House of Heldenfels. You have permission to edit this article.

Sign up for our newsletter to keep reading. Why the loud music? Missouris top mental health official balked at new homeless law. That should tell you that the issue is not going away. And with the deadline demands for a TV show, the audio may have been mixed too hastily or sloppily. And when I talked about this once before, a reader especially recommended a speaker from Zvox called the Accuvoice, which uses a hearing-aid type technology to pull dialogue out of the soundtrack. Actor Max Irons had no idea why friends looked shocked when he told them he was considering a role in Flowers in the Attic: The Origin.. I have written about it from time to time for about 15 years now, and folks still ask about this, more than about anything else.