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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 Quick Takes: LG’s Invisible Car Speakers and Daryl Hannah’s Butt
This “AV Quick Takes” series offers a brief look at what’s new, cool, and/or interesting in the AV world. Today we look at LG’s “invisible” car speakers, and Daryl Hannah’s butt from the movie Splash.
AV Quick Takes: Pricey New Headphones from Audio‑Technica and a Gaming Headset from Audeze
This “AV Quick Takes” series we take a quick look at some gorgeous high-end headphones from Audio-Technica and a gaming headphones with Dolby Atmos support from Audeze. Read on to learn more.
AV Quick Takes: Monolith MTM‑100 Powered Speakers & ‘Matter’ Smart Home Standard
This “AV Quick Takes” series offers a brief look at a new $499 pair of Monolith MTM-100 powered speakers from Monoprice, and a new open source smart home standard called Matter. Read on to learn more.
RIP Roger B. Hassing of RBH Sound 1946‑2023
Roger Hassing, founder and original owner of RBH Sound, passed away peacefully on 1/22/23 in Layton Utah. Roger considered RBH Sound a family operated business and was passionate about making great products.
ONKYO TX‑RZ50 9.2 AV Receiver New Year 2023 Giveaway!
Enter our random draw FREE for a chance to WIN! From Onkyo's Flagship RZ-Series its the TX-RZ50 9.2-Ch AVR With: 8K/Ultra-HD, Dolby Atmos & DTS:X. Draw is brought to you by Audioholics & Audio Advice!
Arendal Sound 1961 International Loudspeaker Giveaway & LiveStream
Arendal Sound 1961 international loudspeaker giveaway! Enter by Dec 13, 2022 to win a pair of speakers to make your holiday season a little brighter. Winner announced on the Audioholics LiveStream.
Paradigm Monitor SE 8000F Tower Loudspeakers Giveaway
Audioholics and Paradigm presents: "We Review 'em, You Win 'em" Giveaway! One pair of Paradigm Monitor SE 8000F floorstanding loudspeakers are on offer in our Sweepstakes! Enter to WIN by 12/31/22.
AV Quick Takes: Polk, Porsche, and George Harrison
Today's "AV Quick Take” looks at a limited-edition speaker from Polk Reserve series, a soundbar for Porsche fans, and the 20th anniversary of “Concert for George” from the beloved Beatles.
AV Quick Takes: McIntosh, Mitchell Speakers, and Acoustic Levitation
In Today's audio quick take, we look at a new high performance Class D amplifier from McIntosh, a new UK speaker brand Mitchell Acoustics coming to the US, and advances in acoustic levitation.
AV Quick Takes: TCL, KEF, and… Cow Dung?
“AV Quick Takes” offers a brief look at what’s new, cool, and interesting in the AV world. Today we look at new TVs from TCL, noise-cancelling headphones from KEF, and speakers made from poop!
Arendal 1961 Tower Speaker Giveaway! ($1,699 Value): Enter by Nov 15!
Arendal is giving away a pair of a pair of 1961 Tower Loudspeakers! Winner of the random draw to be announced LIVE on Audioholics' YouTube presentation: "Product Design" November 15th, 2022.
Dirac Launches ‘Intelligent Audio Platform’ for Cars, Introduces New Upmixing Technology
Dirac launched a software-based Intelligent Audio Platform designed to help car manufacturers upmix ordinary stereo content into surround mixes in real time. Will this rival Dolby and DTS for car audio?
Despite Bankruptcy Onkyo, Pioneer, Elite AV Drives On!
Onkyo declares bankruptcy after years of financial troubles. But Onkyo Audio-Video, Integra, Pioneer and Elite will continue on as part of the Premium Audio Co, owner of Klipsch, HECO and others.
Mercedes To Add Dolby Atmos to Top‑Spec Cars in 2022
Mercedes-Benz has announced that, starting next year, cars equipped with both its new MBUX infotainment system and a high-end Burmester sound system will be getting Dolby Atmos 31-speaker integration.
Denon AVR‑X3700H 9.2CH AV‑Receiver Giveaway ‑ Last Chance to ENTER!
Audioholics and Audio Advice is back with our Spring Giveaway for 2022! The prize is a brand NEW Denon AVRX3700H 9.2 channel 8K AV receiver.
Dolby Partners with Cinemo to Get Atmos into More New Cars
Dolby has teamed up with Cinemo, a leading provider of automotive infotainment middleware, to accelerate the integration of Dolby Atmos into vehicles set to drive a revolution for in-car entertainment.
Audyssey Unveils New Individually Calibrated Microphones for Use with MultEQ‑X
Audyssey just unveiled individually calibrated microphones for use with their new PC based MultEQ-X software. This is a must have for best calibration results. See why.
HECO 5.1 Speaker System Giveaway, $2,495 Value! ‑ Last Chance to WIN!
We've partnered with Audio Advice for a HECO 5.1 Speaker System Giveaway ($2,495 Value), running through March 31st 2022. Remember, You gotta be in it to WIN it! This is your last chance. Good luck!
Audi’s Q4 e‑tron Electric SUV Features The First Sonos Car Audio System
Arriving in the US this Fall, Audi’s compact Q4 e-tron electric SUV (~$50,000) will offer the world’s first Sonos-branded automotive audio system. Is it worthy of the SONOS name? Read on to find out.
The Lucid Air Electric Car Takes Dolby Atmos On The Road
Launching later this year, the Lucid Air is a luxury electric car with the world’s first automotive Dolby Atmos sound system which will also be integrated into the car's safety features. Read on.
PSB Aims to Customize Sound with Audio Personalization Company Audiodo
Paul Barton is teaming up with Swedish company Audiodo to develop PSB’s next generation of headphones.The tech uses a series of questions to create a personal hearing profile for each user.
Klipsch Teams Up With Dirac To Develop Next‑Gen Headphones
Klipsch has joined forces with the DSP wizards at Dirac to create new headphone products. The first headphone to benefit from this collaboration is expected to be a wireless in-ear design. Read on.
Denon & Marantz Announce HDMI 2.1 Receivers 4k/120Hz Works Without Issue!
Sound United annouced their latest HDMI 2.1 AV receivers from Denon and Marantz actually will support 4k/120Hz resolution without any issues. See how this problem has been resolved and what's next.
Marantz AV7705 11CH AV Processor Giveaway!
To end 2020 on a good note, Audioholics teamed up with Marantz to give away a brand new AV7705 11CH AV Processor. Enter to win by 12/31/20 to start your new year off right and be the envy of your friends.
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.
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.
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
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.