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March 16, 2026
 
 
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Navigating the Landscape
Navigating the Landscape
By Anthony Savona Normally, Residential Systems does not feature landscapers, but Hillard, Ohio’s Hidden Creek Landscaping is not your typical landscape company. Sure, lawn care and tree trimming are all part of the package, but, as evidenced by a recent whole-home remodel in Dublin, Ohio, there is a lot more to this business. For this 1.5-acre property, Hidden Creek not only designed and installed the pool, patio, outdoor kitchen, and spa, but it also handled all the landscape design, including outdoor lighting and audio.
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Stealth Acoustics Names True49 as Exclusive Canadian Distributor
True49 will provide Canadian dealers nationwide access to Stealth Acoustics’ full product portfolio.
Full Story: Residential Systems (3/15)
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Emotiva Audio Ships BasX TA2+ Preamp/DAC/Tuner/Amplifier
The latest version is designed to be the heart of a 2-channel or 2.1 system.
Full Story: Residential Systems (3/15)
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SoundTube Names Jimmy Martin as Design Sales Engineer
Will support integrators, consultants, and distribution partners with system design, pre-sales engineering, and technical sales support.
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The Resi Weekly Top 10 – 03.13.26
The most visited stories on residentialsystems.com from March 6–12, 2026.
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Be a Part of the 2026 Residential Systems Showroom Showcase
Be a Part of the 2026 Residential Systems Showroom Showcase
Have you built or updated your showroom over the past year? If so, Residential Systems wants you to be part of the 2026 Showroom Showcase that will be featured in the May issue. To submit your extraordinary space, fill out the (very) simple form before April 1.
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Resi First Look with John Sciacca – Paradigm SFC12-SW and SFC12-SYS In-Wall Subwoofers
Resi First Look with John Sciacca – Paradigm SFC12-SW and SFC12-SYS In-Wall Subwoofers
For his latest First Look, John Sciacca gets the low-down on Paradigm’s new SFC12-SW and SFC12-SYS in-wall subwoofers with Kyle Delnero, director of training, field support & Eastern U.S. sales for Paradigm. John and Kyle discuss the benefits of in-wall subs and provide a detailed look at the new models.
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