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Bryston Model T Floorstanding Speaker Preview Bryston Model T Floorstanding Speaker Preview Bryston has worked with Axiom to develop the Model T speaker system. From upgraded drivers to external crossovers, there are touches of Bryston everywhere on the Model Ts based on Axiom designs.
Bowers & Wilkins MT-60D Mini Theatre Preview Bowers & Wilkins MT-60D Mini Theatre Preview The MT-60D takes the satellite speaker of the acclaimed MT-50 Mini Theatre and adds a much better sub. While this will cost a bit more, we think of the PVD1 as an investment in the future.
Emotiva Audio XPA-1L Class A and AB Mono Amplifier Preview Emotiva Audio XPA-1L Class A and AB Mono Amplifier Preview The 250wpc Emotiva XPA-1L switchable Class A and AB mono amplifier is meant for the audiophile that also wants to conserve on energy for non critical listening.
JBL Synthesis SDP-45 Surround Processor Preview JBL Synthesis SDP-45 Surround Processor Preview It would easy to dismiss the JBL Synthesis SDP-45 as overpriced and under-featured. But the Synthesis line is aimed at a different consumer. If you have to ask the price, the SDP-45 isn't for you.
Opalum Audio Flow .4810 Speakers Preview Opalum Audio Flow .4810 Speakers Preview While pricing for the Opalum speakers hasn't been announced, we're betting it isn't going to be cheap. We're sure the Opalum speakers will turn heads, we're just not sure if they will open wallets.
Triad InWall Bronze 4 Slim Sub Triad InWall Bronze 4 Slim Sub The Bronze 4 Slim Sub is Triad's latest in-wall subwoofer offering, made to quite literally disappear into a room. Built to order in the US, read on to see our initial impressions.
2013 Pioneer VSX-xx23 Series A/V Receivers Preview 2013 Pioneer VSX-xx23 Series A/V Receivers Preview Fresh for the new year, Pioneer has released the VSX-523, VSX-823, VSX-1023, and VSX-1123, with prices ranging from $279.99 to $629.99. Do these models have the features needed to be relevant in 2013?
Tron Legacy (2010) CD Review Tron Legacy (2010) CD Review The Tron Legacy CD Soundtrack is a sonic masterpiece. It contains some of the best orchestral percussion I've heard in a long time and you can see why the Blu-ray movie "brings the boom" as a result.
Roku 3 Streaming Media Player (4200R) Preview Roku 3 Streaming Media Player (4200R) Preview Looking like a squared-off hockey puck and featuring a completely upgraded interface, the new Roku 3 has an all-new Roku interface lets you glide through menu screens, quickly and access 750 channels.
Denon E-Series Receivers Preview Denon E-Series Receivers Preview With budget offerings, it is always important to know what features you'll need versus those you just want. With the new E series from Denon, you have quite a few choices.