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Sony’s MDR-MV1: An Open Back Headphone Reference for Audio Professionals Sony’s MDR-MV1: An Open Back Headphone Reference for Audio Professionals Sony’s MDR-MV1 ($400) is an open-back headphone that promises both accurate spatial sound field reproduction and all-day comfort. Read on to find out why these have become a reference for professionals.
Definitive Technology CI Dymension Architectural Speakers Reveal! Definitive Technology CI Dymension Architectural Speakers Reveal! Definitive Technology has released their CI series of architectural speakers at CEDIA 2023. The series is comprised of 5 CI PRO, and 7 CI MAX models. We interview Phil Jones to get the inner details.
Focal Vestia No.3 Floorstanding Speaker Review Focal Vestia No.3 Floorstanding Speaker Review Focal’s Vestia No.3 is a 3-way tower speaker that packs a lot of punch without costing a fortune despite being manufactured in France. Read our review to see if they live up to Focal’s high fidelity standards.
Denon’s New Entry-Level 8K AV Receivers Are Ready for the Future! Denon’s New Entry-Level 8K AV Receivers Are Ready for the Future! Denon’s affordable new 8K-capable AV receivers; the 7.2CH AVR-S770H ($649) and the 5.2CH AVR-S670H ($549) offer 6 HDMI inputs and enough power for small-to-medium living-rooms and are ready for the future.
Perlisten’s Game-Changing, THX Dominus In-Ceiling Speakers Perlisten’s Game-Changing, THX Dominus In-Ceiling Speakers Perlisten new THX Certified Dominus in-ceiling speakers (S3ic, R3ic, R2ic) use a new DPC waveguide to promises staggeringly good frequency response across a wide listening area for great sound at EVERY seat.
Bowers & Wilkins Proclaims 600 Series S3 Loudspeakers Is Their Best Yet! Bowers & Wilkins Proclaims 600 Series S3 Loudspeakers Is Their Best Yet! Bowers & Wilkins NEW 600 Series S3 loudspeakers is proclaimed to be their best yet. The new range includes the 603 S3 floorstander, 606 S3 and 607 S3 bookshelf, and the HTM6 S3 center channel. Learn why.
Bluesound’s Latest Products Skip Atmos, Aim For Stereo Greatness Bluesound’s Latest Products Skip Atmos, Aim For Stereo Greatness Today, we take a look at the Bluesound Pulse M Speaker ($449 each) and Powernode Edge streaming amplifier ($649). Bluesound opts out of 3D Atmos in favor of Dolby Digital Home Theater. Read on.
JBL Brings Stylish New Hi-Fi Gear to CEDIA 2023 JBL Brings Stylish New Hi-Fi Gear to CEDIA 2023 JBL unveiled new hifi gear at CEDIA 2023 including the L42 integrated music system, DA Series distribution amplifiers, and the 4305P & 4329P Powered Monitor loudspeakers which Gene absolutely loved.
 Denon’s PerL & PerL Pro Earbuds Customize the Sound to Your Hearing! Denon’s PerL & PerL Pro Earbuds Customize the Sound to Your Hearing! Denon PerL & PerL Pro Earbuds feature Masimo's Adaptive Acoustic Technology (AAT) which allows the user to create a personal audio profile customized to your hearing to transform the listening experience.
Denon New AVR-X6800H 11.4CH AV Receiver ADDS New Features You'll Want! Denon New AVR-X6800H 11.4CH AV Receiver ADDS New Features You'll Want! Denon’s NEW 11.4CH AVR-X6800H Receiver was announced at CEDIA 2023! It builds on the X6700H model it replaces by adding full 8K support on ALL HDMI inputs, 4 independent sub outs and Sony 360 processing.