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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.
New Yamaha Hi-Fi Network Receivers & Speakers for 2023! New Yamaha Hi-Fi Network Receivers & Speakers for 2023! Yamaha introduced 3 new Network Hi-Fi Receivers for 2023; the R-N1000A($1,800), R-N800A($1,200), and R-N600A($900). Two bookshelf speakers, the NS-800A($2,400ea) and NS-600A($1,500ea) complete the lineup.
Dayton Audio SUB-1500 Subwoofer Review - Dual 15s for $500?!? Dayton Audio SUB-1500 Subwoofer Review - Dual 15s for $500?!? Dayton Audio’s SUB-1500 is one of the most affordable 15” powered subwoofers on the market at $260/ea. How would dual SUB-1500s stack up against the best $500 subs? Read our review to find out.
Bowers & Wilkins Nautilus Speakers Overview & Listening Results! Bowers & Wilkins Nautilus Speakers Overview & Listening Results! The iconic Bowers & Wilkins Nautilus loudspeaker is back but costs $100k/pair! We discuss the 31 year history of this iconic speaker and give our listening impressions too.
MartinLogan’s Motion Foundation Series: High Tech Sound For ‘Emerging Audiophiles’ MartinLogan’s Motion Foundation Series: High Tech Sound For ‘Emerging Audiophiles’ On the heels of MartinLogan’s Motion Series speakers come the less expensive Motion Foundation Series. The new range comprises 5 models: two floorstanders, two bookshelf models, and a center channel.
The MonAcoustic PlatiMon Virtual Coaxial One: Megabuck Build Quality for $6.5K? The MonAcoustic PlatiMon Virtual Coaxial One: Megabuck Build Quality for $6.5K? The PlatiMon Virtual Coaxial One stand-mount loudspeaker ($6,500/pair including stands)boasts truly superb build-quality and is the latest offering from MonAcoustic. Watch our Youtube Review.
The Sonus faber Stradivari Loudspeaker Makes A Stunning Comeback The Sonus faber Stradivari Loudspeaker Makes A Stunning Comeback Making its debut in Munich, the second-generation Stradivari ($50K/pair) has a new shape and up-to-date tech, but captures the spirit of the original loudspeakers from 20 years ago. Read on.