8 Friday, March 3, 2017 brooklintowncrier.com (Yes Woman is a paid advertisement) Yes Woman By Marissa Campbell Brooklin Audio Video: It's about the sight and sound Whoever said the eyes are the gateway to the soul never looked through someone's music playlist. Music is my life. I can't go a day without it. That's why, when Brooklin Audio Video opened its new location on Baldwin Street, I had Mike South, owner of Brooklin AV, come into my home for a free consultation. Mike has over 25 years experience in the industry, and Brooklin Audio Video is geared to provide customers with a complete living experience. Any big box store can move merchandise off a shelf. But if you want an entertainment specialist, Brooklin AV is the company to call. They can whip together a home theatre to provide that wow factor, or create an indoor/outdoor sound and video experience to blow your mind. When I first met my husband, I was convinced that two people couldn't live happily ever after if they didn't share a modicum of musical interest. On the first date, I asked to see his cassette collection. That's right, I'm talking old school Walkman-style cassette tapes. Turned out we both liked some of the same bands. It was destiny. We've been together 26 years. When we bought our house in Brooklin, I had big dreams for a whole home listening experience. During my consultation, Mike helped me map out a plan to place speakers in different rooms, so no matter where I was, I could always listen to my music. I also wanted to tap into that sound experience outside in the summer. I figured getting my television system cleaned up and hung properly wouldn't hurt either. Mike showed me a cool system that lets you program everything on your phone. I'd be able to have different zones in and out of the house, each one completely customizable. If I wanted it louder in the kitchen when I was cooking (oh, that's funny, I don't cook.) or louder in the living room when I was vacuuming (who knew this would be a comedy piece? I mean, really, me vacuuming?) I would be able to set each zone individually. I could even program different playlists to play in the different areas, if the mood overtook me. I popped into the store to listen to their selection of speakers, enjoying some classic vinyl on one of their turntables. Prices range depending on the sound you're looking for. The store has stations set up, so you can see and hear the different audio video systems. You can even take control of the iPad and play with the different zones in the store to get a feel of the power available at your fingertips. Once the snow clears, I'll have Brooklin Audio Video install a full sound experience for my home. In the meantime, Greg Price, Brooklin AV's installer extraordinaire, fixed up my television and related paraphernalia. Gone are the wires and mess. In their place, I now have a slick wall-mounted T.V. and sound bar. Amazing how something so simple can make your living space look less cluttered. Whether you're looking for that wow factor or just a way to increase the enjoyment of your home, Brooklin Audio Video has a solution for you. Turn up the volume and add a little more soul to your life.