OTHER TECH

Having the right set of tools makes any job easier: everything from wall-mounting your new flat panel TV (see Step By Step: How to Mount a Flat-Panel TV) to adding some in-wall speakers (see Step By Step: How to Install an In-Wall Speaker).

But what kind of tools should you have? How do you come up with such a list? Fear not: As always, we've done the compiling for you. Here's a list of 15 tools that every hardcore home theater enthusiast should have in his tool bag. Because, really, a few key tools will make sure you'll tackle every job like a pro.

John Sciacca is the Sound & Vision Custom Installer Columnist. His company is Custom Theater and Audio.