The Audiovisual Consultant - A Commercial AV Blog

2025 AV Transforming Retail Experiences

The professional-audio-visual (AV) market worldwide is set to hit USD 2901.8 million by 2025. This isn't just a number; it’s a strong signal of how much AV technology is changing…

Jon Alonso September 9, 2025

AV Integration

Hospital & Clinics Audiovisual Solutions

Today's healthcare landscape demands a delicate balance: cutting-edge precision paired with genuine human connection. That's why essential AV solutions for hospitals & clinics have moved beyond luxury to become an absolute necessity.…

Jon Alonso September 8, 2025

Audio & Sound

Outdoor Commercial Sound that Enhances Customer Experience

The global market for commercial outdoor speakers hit an estimated $2 billion in 2023, and it's set to keep growing at a steady 7% Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) through…

Jon Alonso September 5, 2025

Video & Displays

H.264 vs. H.265: Picking the Right Codec for Top-Tier Commercial AV

Boris FX states that H.265 delivers up to 50% better compression efficiency than H.264. This means you get the same video quality at roughly half the bitrate. (Source: Boris FX, https://www.borisfx.com/blog/h-265-vs-h-264/)…

Jon Alonso September 4, 2025

Video & Displays

A Closer Look at HDMI over IP

The global AV-over-IP market, including HDMI over IP, hit USD 4.8 billion in 2024. Experts predict it will soar at an 18.7% Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) from 2025 to 2033,…

Jon Alonso September 3, 2025

Audio & Sound AV Integration Video & Displays

The Art and Science of Audio Visual Design

The professional audio-visual (AV) market is booming, projected to surge from $376.39 billion in 2024 to $424.69 billion in 2025, boasting an impressive compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 12.8%.…

Jon Alonso September 2, 2025

Audio & Sound AV Integration Video & Displays

Auditorium AV Solutions On a Budget

Starting an auditorium AV project, particularly when budget is a concern, can feel overwhelming. Yet, it's likely more attainable than you think. A fundamental audio-visual (AV) setup for smaller events…

Jon Alonso August 25, 2025

Audio & Sound

Solving Restaurant Sound Acoustic Problems

8 out of 10 people have difficulty holding a conversation in a dining area. (Source) This shocking fact points to a big problem in the restaurant world that is often…

Jon Alonso August 22, 2025

AV Integration

Why Commercial AV is the Next Cybersecurity Frontier

As our world becomes more connected, every device that is connected to the internet is a possible target for cybercriminals. IT departments work hard to protect servers, workstations, and traditional…

Jon Alonso August 21, 2025

Audio & Sound

Top Commercial JBL Sound Equipment

In today's competitive commercial world, the quality of your audio isn't just a nice-to-have; it's absolutely crucial for everything from customer experience to employee productivity and even your brand's identity.…

Jon Alonso August 20, 2025