David 'Dave' Mitchell is an ISF Certified Video Calibrator and Audio Engineer with over 20 years of experience in the AV industry. He specializes in designing reference-grade home theatres and optimizing consumer setups for HDR and Dolby Atmos. David is a former studio recording engineer.
David Mitchell's career began in music production, where he worked as a recording engineer in Soho studios, giving him a professionally trained ear for acoustic nuances and audio fidelity. He later transitioned to the visual side of media, obtaining certification from the Imaging Science Foundation (ISF) to perform professional display calibrations. David possesses encyclopedic knowledge of audio codecs (FLAC, ALAC), surround sound formats (Dolby Atmos, DTS:X), and video dynamic range standards (Dolby Vision, HDR10). He consults for high-end residential clients, solving complex problems related to room modes, speaker placement, and HDMI handshaking issues. His writing demystifies the 'audiophile' world for the general public, explaining the physics behind sound propagation and the reality of cable quality. He is passionate about helping users extract the best performance from their equipment, whether it's a budget soundbar or a dedicated dedicated projection room.