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JBL Classic Series Audio Components Blend Retro w Modern Tech JBL Classic Series Audio Components Blend Retro w Modern Tech JBL has released more retro Classic Series audio products. The SA550 integrated amplifier ($2,000), MP350 streaming media player ($700), CD350 CD player ($800), and TT350 turntable ($1,000).
RTJ 410 and RTJ18 Modular Sub/Sat Speaker System Review RTJ 410 and RTJ18 Modular Sub/Sat Speaker System Review Recently, we got a demonstration of the RTJ 410 and RT18Sub Massive modular speaker system at the Audioholics Smart Home. We give our listening impressions and compare to our reference RBH SVTRS system.
MonAcoustic SuperMon Isobaric Bookshelf Speaker Review MonAcoustic SuperMon Isobaric Bookshelf Speaker Review At $25k/pair, the SuperMon Isobarics bookshelf speakers from Mon Acoustic are not cheap, but they use the best construction materials money can buy. Does this add up to an amazing sounding speaker?
JBL 4329P Powered Monitor Speakers Bring Best Tech Into Compact Size JBL 4329P Powered Monitor Speakers Bring Best Tech Into Compact Size JBL released a new pair of powered Monitor Bookshelf speakers. The $4.5K 4329P Studio Monitor Powered Speakers come with an 8" woofer, 1-inch compression driver and high-definition imaging HDI horn.
Focal Releases Vestia Line of High Quality More Affordable Speakers Focal Releases Vestia Line of High Quality More Affordable Speakers Focal released details on their Vestia line of speakers including the Vestia N°3 which is based off the Aria K2 936's but at a $3,600 price point! Read on to see the other offerings from Focal.
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?