Audio Amplifier Reviews Preview

NAD M23 Stereo Amplifier Review

— October 16, 2024 00:00

NAD M23 Stereo Amplifier Review

The NAD M23 is a 200wpc stereo amplifier utilizing the SOTA Class D Purifi 1ET400A to push the envelope of performance and efficiency. Is this the best amplifier we’ve reviewed in our 25 year history?

Trade Show Coverage

10 Audiophile Reviewer Observations from Capital Audiofest 2024

Jerry Del Coliano — December 06, 2024 19:00

10 Audiophile Reviewer Observations from Capital Audiofest 2024

Capital Audiofest 2024 showcased a variety of high-end audio systems and innovations! Despite the event's success, concerns were raised about the aging demographic of attendees. Read on.

Headphone Reviews Preview

The Cambridge Audio Melomania M100: True Wireless Meets True Lossless

— October 09, 2024 12:55

The Cambridge Audio Melomania M100: True Wireless Meets True Lossless

Cambridge Audio Melomania M100 ($219) is a true wireless earbud featuring aptX Lossless audio and active noise cancellation. The earbuds and charging case can deliver up to 52 hours of playback!

AV News

Bose Reveals New 901 60th Anniversary Edition Speakers

— December 02, 2024 14:00

Bose Reveals New 901 60th Anniversary Edition Speakers

Bose reimages its 901 speakers with a 12-pair 60th-anniversary limited edition. Fans enjoy the nostalgia, critics debate the direct/reflecting sound, but we'd love a demo to assess any real improvements.

Floorstanding Speaker Reviews Preview

Focal $40K DIVA UTOPIA Active Streaming Wireless Speakers for 21st Century Audiophile

— October 03, 2024 00:25

Focal $40K DIVA UTOPIA Active Streaming Wireless Speakers for 21st Century Audiophile

Focal releases its first all-in-one active streaming speaker, the DIVA UTOPIA ($40K/pair). The DIVA UTOPIA uses Ultra Wideband tech to establish a high-res wireless connection between the speakers.

AV News

Yamaha R‑N1000A Network Receiver Giveaway!

— December 01, 2024 01:00

Yamaha R-N1000A Network Receiver Giveaway!

TODAY is your last chance to ENTER to WIN a Yamaha R-N1000A Network Receiver ($1,800 value)! This 2CH receiver delivers 100 watts/ch, bass management, HDMI ARC and MusicCast streaming integration.

Subwoofer Reviews Preview

SVS New 17‑Ultra R|Evolution Subwoofer Series Their Best EVER?!?

— October 02, 2024 00:00

SVS New 17-Ultra R|Evolution Subwoofer Series Their Best EVER?!?

The new SVS subwoofer series, 17-Ultra R|Evolution, includes the PB17 ($2,500) and SB17 ($3,000). Both feature a 17" driver and 2,800 watts of amplification, making them the highest-performing subs ever!

AV News

2024 Audioholics Black Friday Home Audio Gear Deals

— November 28, 2024 00:30

2024 Audioholics Black Friday Home Audio Gear Deals

Audioholics' Black Friday 2024 features top deals on speakers, AV receivers, subs, and TVs from brands we’ve reviewed like Sony, Yamaha, and Focal, etc. Limited-time offers from affiliates—act now!

Floorstanding Speaker Reviews Preview

Arendal Sound’s New Flagship 1528 Series Is Finally Here!

— October 01, 2024 09:00

Arendal Sound’s New Flagship 1528 Series Is Finally Here!

Arendal Sound’s 1528 series is their top performing 3-way loudspeaker line with advanced technologies. The 1528 Tower 8(MSRP: $9,500/pair) weighs 174lbs/ea and delivers class leading fidelity.

AV News

New Firmware Brings Improved Functionality & Dirac Performance to Onkyo, Integra, Pioneer AVRs

— November 27, 2024 00:00

New Firmware Brings Improved Functionality & Dirac Performance to Onkyo, Integra, Pioneer AVRs

Premium Audio Company, parent company of Onkyo, Integra, and Pioneer/Elite, released a firmware update for its AV Receivers which improves audio streaming quality and Dirac functionality and much more.

Bookshelf Speaker Reviews Preview

Monitor Audio Studio 89: Inspired By The 80s, Engineered For The Future

— September 27, 2024 00:00

Monitor Audio Studio 89: Inspired By The 80s, Engineered For The Future

Monitor Audio’s new Studio 89 speakers ($2,500/pair) celebrate the brand’s iconic Studio Series from decades past while incorporating all of the latest technology that the company has to offer.

AV News

Bose Acquires McIntosh Group

— November 23, 2024 00:00

Bose Acquires McIntosh Group

Bose acquires McIntosh Group, home to McIntosh and Sonus faber, stepping into luxury audio. A bold move, but what’s next for these iconic high-end brands?

Floorstanding Speaker Reviews Review

RBH Sound Impression 85‑i Floor‑Standing Loudspeaker Review

— September 20, 2024 00:30

RBH Sound Impression 85-i Floor-Standing Loudspeaker Review

RBH Sound proves you can get big sound out of a small speaker with their Impression Series 85-i tower. They have an 8" bass driver tuned for deep bass without the need for a external sub.

DIY Audio and Wiring

A Guide to Turntable Isolation Platforms: Materials and Benefits

Xavier Burgos — November 11, 2024 00:00

A Guide to Turntable Isolation Platforms: Materials and Benefits

This article discusses the crucial role of isolation in achieving high-fidelity turntable playback, offering methods to minimize unwanted noise and resonances for the purest possible sound.

Audio Amplifier Reviews Preview

New Marantz Model M1 & M4 Multi‑Room Audiophile Streaming Amplifiers!

— September 17, 2024 00:00

New Marantz Model M1 & M4 Multi-Room Audiophile Streaming Amplifiers!

The Marantz Model M1 ($1,000) is a compact streaming amp in a Sonos/Bluesound form-factor while the Model M4 ($3,500) is a four-zone distributed audio amp to deliver audiophile grade whole home audio.

Audio Amplifiers

Audioholics Petition to Reopen FTC Final Amplifier Rule of 2024

— October 30, 2024 00:00

Audioholics Petition to Reopen FTC Final Amplifier Rule of 2024

Our petition urges the FTC to reconsider its August 2024 Amplifier Rule, which expands power output regulations to ALL audio products. The broad, retroactive scope and blanket approach risk industry disruption.

Home Theater Projector Reviews Preview

Sony BRAVIA 8 & 9 4K HDR Laser Projectors With XR Processor

— September 10, 2024 00:30

Sony BRAVIA 8 & 9 4K HDR Laser Projectors With XR Processor

The new Sony BRAVIA HDR Laser Projector 8 ($16K) & 9 ($32K) are designed to bring a professional-grade cinematic experience into the home. They are the first to use Sony’s new XR Processor.

Trade Show Coverage

T.H.E. Enterprises Acquires The New York Audio Show

— October 28, 2024 00:00

T.H.E. Enterprises Acquires The New York Audio Show

T.H.E. Enterprises acquired the New York Audio Show and will launch T.H.E. New York International Audio Show on Oct 24-26, 2025. T.H.E. Show is America's longest-running HiFi show.

AV Receiver Reviews Preview

Denon AVR‑A10H 13.4 Ch 150W 8K AV Receiver Tech Overview

— September 06, 2024 00:00

Denon AVR-A10H 13.4 Ch 150W 8K AV Receiver Tech Overview

The 150 wpc Denon AVR-A10H ($4,699) is a scaled-down version of the $6,500 AVR-A1H 8K AV receiver with 13.4 channels instead of 15.4. We explore what features you sacrifice by choosing the AVR-A10H.

Editorials

Oasis’s 1994 Debut Album ‘Definitely Maybe’ Now Available In Spatial Audio With Dolby Atmos

— October 23, 2024 00:00

Oasis’s 1994 Debut Album ‘Definitely Maybe’ Now Available In Spatial Audio With Dolby Atmos

Definitely Maybe, the 1994 debut album from Oasis, has been re-released on Vinyl and CD to celebrate its 30th anniversary. Apple Music is offering a new way to experience this record in Dolby Atmos.

Audio Amplifier Reviews Preview

New Marantz Model 10 Reference Integrated Amp Tech Overview

— September 05, 2024 00:30

New Marantz Model 10 Reference Integrated Amp Tech Overview

The Marantz Model 10 Reference Integrated Amp($15,000) is the most powerful single-box amp the company has ever made. Co-developed with Purifi, the power amp section delivers 250w into 8 ohms.

AV News

Sonus faber Custom Designs Audio System for Lamborghini

— October 21, 2024 00:00

Sonus faber Custom Designs Audio System for Lamborghini

Sonus faber has custom designed a new audio system for the Lamborghini Revuelto. The new Revuelto sound system boasts 7 independent speakers, powered by a formidable 750 watts of amplification.

AV Preamp and Processor Reviews Preview

McIntosh Launches $6K MX200 11.2CH A/V Processor w Missing Features?

— September 04, 2024 00:35

McIntosh Launches $6K MX200 11.2CH A/V Processor w Missing Features?

The new McIntosh MX200 A/V Processor is a small 11.2-channel pre/pro that offers improved HDMI capability and adds Dirac Live room correction. Perfect processor for brand enthusiasts or overpriced?

DIY Audio and Wiring

What are the BEST Isolation Materials for Turntables?

Xavier Burgos — October 18, 2024 13:00

What are the BEST Isolation Materials for Turntables?

Selecting the right materials for isolating your turntable is essential for maximizing its performance. We'll help you find the BEST ways of isolating your turntable to get better sound.

Bookshelf Speaker Reviews Review

Dayton Audio OPAL1 Bookshelf Loudspeaker Review

— August 30, 2024 16:00

Dayton Audio OPAL1 Bookshelf Loudspeaker Review

Dayton Audio's OPAL1 achieves subwoofer-like bass from 5.5” woofers in a compact bookshelf speaker. Priced at $800/pair, they stand without peer for their bass performance and exceptional build quality.

Editorials

DTS Launches ‘Clear Dialogue’ Feature to Improve Dialogue Intelligibility

— October 15, 2024 00:15

DTS Launches ‘Clear Dialogue’ Feature to Improve Dialogue Intelligibility

DTS has developed an AI-based audio processing feature called Clear Dialogue. An on-device solution for TV OEMs, DTS Clear Dialogue identifies, separates, and enhances spoken dialogue for TV audio.

Headphone Reviews Preview

The Meze Empyrean II Headphone is a Masterclass In Design

— August 29, 2024 00:00

The Meze Empyrean II Headphone is a Masterclass In Design

Meze Audio is back with a new-and-improved version of the Empyrean. The Empyrean II headphones betters its predecessor from 2018 in terms of detail retrieval, and offers a more neutral tonal balance.

AV News

Panasonic TVs Are Back In The USA!

— October 10, 2024 00:30

Panasonic TVs Are Back In The USA!

Panasonic is back in the USA with a new lineup of OLED and Mini-LED TVs. The Z95A OLED, Z85A OLED, and W95A Mini-LED TV all use Amazon’s Fire TV streaming platform. Read on.