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Atlantic Technology SB-900DF Downfiring Subwoofer Preview The Atlantic Tech SB900DF would make a fine first sub for a newbie to HT. With a -3dB low point of 32Hz, a downfiring 8" driver and port, and a reasonable size, the SB-900DF is a respectable offering.

EMPtek ES1010i Subwoofer Review The EMP ES1010i is a dual 10” 250 watt ported compact subwoofer combining beautiful aesthetics with competent performance. Free 30 day trial makes it a risk free recommended purchase.

Tannoy OCV 6 Architectural Pendant Speaker Review Tannoy's OCV Series of speakers are designed to look like a pendent that is suspended from the ceiling in order to cast sound down from above without requiring a flat or recessed installation.

Sony NSZ-GT1 Google TV Blu-ray Disc Player Review The Sony NSZ-GT1 sounds more like a Japanese sports car than an Internet TV Blu-ray Player. I mean, are we reviewing the hardware? Yes. Are we reviewing GoogleTV? Yes. Are we reviewing Sony? Yes.

Velodyne EQ-Max 15 Subwoofer Review This a review of the Velodyne EQ-Max 15 (MSRP: $879) 750 watt 15” bottom ported powered subwoofer featuring DSP to contour the sound and a remote control for easier setup and adjustability.

Bowers & Wilkins M-1 Compact Speaker and PV1D Sub Preview If you are looking for small speakers not because you can't afford larger ones but because you don't have the space, the B&W M-1 compact speakers and PV1D subwoofer should definitely be on your list.

Onkyo 2012 Budget Receiver Line Preview Onkyo's new 2012 line of entry-level receivers sport upgraded amps and tons of networking and streaming features but leaves out room correction under $500. Silicon Image's InstaPrevue is available.

Cables To Go TruLink High Speed HDMI Active Optical Cable Preview The Cables to Go TruLink High Speed HDMI Active Optical Cable has a USB breakout cable at the display end to power the cable. This allows for very clean installations with runs up to 100 feet.

Grace Digital Mondo Wi-Fi Music Player and Internet Radio Review The Grace Digital Mondo GDI-IRC6000W is a Wi-Fi music player and Internet radio that's designed to go just about anywhere and bring you music from just about any source.

iLuv MobiDock for Kindle Fire and MobiAir for Smartphones Preview The iLuv MobiDock for Kindle Fire and MobiAir for smartphones have a omni dock system that supports devices of any size, a feature sure to lure many consumers. The Kindle name alone is enticing.