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Fire Destroys AKM Audio Chip Factory: Can 2020 Get Any Worse? Fire Destroys AKM Audio Chip Factory: Can 2020 Get Any Worse? An inferno that blazed for three straight days devastated the AKM semiconductor factory in Nobeoka City, Japan. Read on to learn how this will this affect audio products from your favorite manufacturers.
Denon & Marantz Firmware Update Adds DTS:X Pro & Key Audio Feature Back! Denon & Marantz Firmware Update Adds DTS:X Pro & Key Audio Feature Back! On Nov 11th, 2020, select 2019 and newer Denon & Marantz AV receivers will be receiving a BIG firmware update that brings DTS:X Pro, Front Wides, and also restores a key audio feature we've been asking for.
The Future of Audiophile Systems Explained In Explicit, Painful Detail The Future of Audiophile Systems Explained In Explicit, Painful Detail Is hi-end audio on its way out? Read our thoughts on the challenges that lay ahead for the next generation of audiophiles to create broader appeal and keep this passion alive.
The Boston Acoustics Micro Reference 90 Stereo Review Story The Boston Acoustics Micro Reference 90 Stereo Review Story I recently said the Legacy Audio Signature SE speakers are most likely the last pair of speakers I will ever buy. See how the Boston Acoustics Micro Reference 90s came to be this for another reviewer.
Bug in HDMI 2.1 chips Affect AV Receivers, XBOX Series X & NVIDIA Graphic Cards Bug in HDMI 2.1 chips Affect AV Receivers, XBOX Series X & NVIDIA Graphic Cards Certain HDMI 2.1 AV receivers from Denon, Marantz and Yamaha have a bug in their HDMI 2.1 chipsets that causes blank screen for 4k/120Hz & 8k/60Hz resolutions. Sound United gives work around and promises future fix.
Microsoft's Xbox Long-Game Surges with Bethesda Purchase Microsoft's Xbox Long-Game Surges with Bethesda Purchase Microsoft buys Zenimax in the second biggest acquisition in gaming history. Xbox Game Studios at once solved its exclusive titles problem and stirred interest in pre-orders for Xbox Series X/S.
Bowers & Wilkins is Welcomed to the Sound United Family Bowers & Wilkins is Welcomed to the Sound United Family Sound United LLC today announced that it has finalized the acquisition of Bowers & Wilkins. What does this mean for the brand? Read on as we speculate the future of this premium loudspeaker company.
Enter Free to Win! Arylic A50 - Wireless Stereo Amplifier Enter Free to Win! Arylic A50 - Wireless Stereo Amplifier Audioholics is giving away an Arylic A50 wireless streaming amplifier! This contest is free to enter, just leave your email address and after Halloween, the winner will be announced.
Network Redundancy: The New Normal In a Post-COVID World? Network Redundancy: The New Normal In a Post-COVID World? When COVID-19 messed with all of our lives, it also messed with our connectivity. How do we deal with dropped internet, loss of cell service, and more when our whole life is hooked up to the internet?
Home Theater Is More Relevant During COVID-19 Than Ever Before Home Theater Is More Relevant During COVID-19 Than Ever Before Home theater has changed a lot over the last 20 years. COVID-19 has made some changes in the way we live our lives, but luckily home theater might be one of the positives to come out of this.