With today’s PlayStation 5 unveiling, all the card are on the table in the next-gen console battle. Here’s a look at the new Xbox Series X and Series S compared to the PlayStation 5 and PlayStation 5 Digital Edition. On paper, the two consoles appear to be pretty equally matched, with the Xbox Series X coming out on…
It’s been quite a year, so it’s not all that surprising to look at the calendar and see that it’s already September. The nights are starting to get a bit cooler, and we are staring down the last hurrah of summer: Labor Day Weekend. Hopefully it’s a chance for all of us to take our minds off of…
Starting out with yoga can feel intimidating, and it definitely takes regular practice before it becomes second nature. But yoga is actually an easy exercise to integrate into your life. This article will help you transition yourself into a regular yogi. All you need is some basic yoga necessities and a positive attitude! Continue reading to learn more…
If you were feeling some FOMO after we posted our favorite albums that sound better on vinyl, you’re in luck. This is a great time to start a record collection, since we’re all definitely spending more time at home these days. And that means we have more opportunities to sit down and actually listen to records. But if…
It’s hard to believe that we’re already standing on the threshold of autumn. Before you know it, chilly weather will be knocking at the door and we’ll be closing up all of the windows. That means more time spent inside, which means more kids playing on the carpet and more pets sitting on couches. And that makes autumn…
Earlier this year, Sonos announced their new soundbar, the Arc, which promised to be a top-tier offering. The Sonos Arc would be the brand’s largest soundbar yet—better suited to match with today’s increasingly large flat panel TVs—and offered the most elaborate driver arrangement we’d seen from them. In short, it looked like it would be not just Sonos’…
In 2002, vinyl preservationist and historian Gary Freiberg designated August 12 as National Vinyl Record Day. He established the holiday on the anniversary of Thomas Edison inventing the phonograph in 1877. But beyond the historical significance of the day, he wanted to celebrate fond memories and good times. As Freiberg said, “The objective of Vinyl Record Day is…
Searching for new employment opportunities in the Chicagoland area? If you enjoy working with people, thrive in situations where you’re trusted to make your own decisions, and look forward to every day holding something different, you could be a great fit at Abt. We are currently hiring for a variety of positions throughout our business, with immediate need…
2020 is the year that we all got to be very good friends with our TVs. Whether it was binge-watching The Office for the Nth time or enjoying the innovative option of viewing a first-run Hollywood blockbuster in our basements, we’ve all spent excessive time in front of the tube. And for many of you, this newfound relationship…
Today we wished a fond farewell to four very special long-time employees: Terry, Bern, Wayne, and Debby. Together, this group has over 150 total years of experience at Abt. They have worked in just about every department that’s ever existed, each contributing something special. In 2017, we honored Terry on his 50th anniversary at Abt. He started as…
