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RSL Speedwoofer 12S Subwoofer Digs Deep to 16Hz for Only $800?!? RSL Speedwoofer 12S Subwoofer Digs Deep to 16Hz for Only $800?!? RSL digs deep with their new 80lbs Speedwoofer 12S subwoofer. With a massive 12” driver and beefy 500 watt amplifier, will the 12S raise the bar on performance and value for $800 subwoofers?
Definitive Technology’s New Bipolar Dymension Series Promises Ultimate Home Theater Performance Definitive Technology’s New Bipolar Dymension Series Promises Ultimate Home Theater Performance Definitive Technology’s new Dymension Series includes 4 bipolar towers, three center-channel speakers, a wedge-shaped on-wall, and an Atmos add-on. The towers offer built in subs for true LFE performance.
The OREI HDA-939 HDMI Audio Extractor is No One-Trick Pony The OREI HDA-939 HDMI Audio Extractor is No One-Trick Pony The OREI HDA-939 ($199) is a multi-function AV tool that works as a 4K HDMI Scaler, eARC Audio Extractor, audio/video processor and much more. What CAN'T the OREI HDA-939 do? Read on to find out.
Arendal Sound 1723 1S & 1V Powered Subwoofers Review Arendal Sound 1723 1S & 1V Powered Subwoofers Review Arendal offers their 13.8” drivers and advanced 800-watt amplifiers in both sealed and vented designs in their 1723 1S and 1V subwoofers. How did they measure up to our performance standards? Read on.
Sony New ES 8K AV Receiver Lineup Offers Audio Features Others Don't! Sony New ES 8K AV Receiver Lineup Offers Audio Features Others Don't! Sony released five AV Receivers all with their new 360 Spatial Sound Mapping Technology. From the $900 STR-AN1000 to their $3,300 13.2CH 48lbs STR-AZ7000ES flagship, can Sony compete with Denon and Yamaha?
Marantz SACD 30n Network SACD Player Review Marantz SACD 30n Network SACD Player Review The Marantz SACD 30n is a networking SACD player capable of delivering high-resolution playback performance of SACD and CDs while also serving as a networking streamer with USB DAC function.
Polk MagniFi Max AX: Their Most Advanced Soundbar Yet? Polk MagniFi Max AX: Their Most Advanced Soundbar Yet? The Polk MagniFi Max AX ($800) features an 11 speaker array, 10” powered subwoofer and discrete surround speakers supporting both Dolby Atmos and DTS:X and making their most advanced soundbar yet.
Arendal Sound 1961 Tower Speaker Review Arendal Sound 1961 Tower Speaker Review The Arendal 1961s tower loudspeakers are first-rate by any standard and all the more remarkable when one takes into account their reasonable $1,800/pair price and modest size. Read our review.
MartinLogan Motion XT Speakers 4th Gen Boast BIG Performance Upgrades! MartinLogan Motion XT Speakers 4th Gen Boast BIG Performance Upgrades! MartinLogan released their 4th gen Motion XT Series loudspeakers. All use newly-designed waveguides to improve sensitivity and performance of their AMT tweeters and upgraded drivers for better bass.
Denon’s 15.4CH AVR-A1H: Return of the Super AV Receiver? Denon’s 15.4CH AVR-A1H: Return of the Super AV Receiver? The new Denon 15.4CH AVR-A1H ($6,499) is among its first to incorporate Dirac Live and 4 independent subwoofer outputs. The 70lb A1H brings flagship status back to the brand with sheer power and build.