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Monitor Audio Studio 89: Inspired By The 80s, Engineered For The Future
Monitor Audio’s new Studio 89 speakers ($2,500/pair) celebrate the brand’s iconic Studio Series from decades past while incorporating all of the latest technology that the company has to offer.
RBH Sound Impression 85-i Floor-Standing Loudspeaker Review
RBH Sound proves you can get big sound out of a small speaker with their Impression Series 85-i tower. They have an 8" bass driver tuned for deep bass without the need for a external sub.
New Marantz Model M1 & M4 Multi-Room Audiophile Streaming Amplifiers!
The Marantz Model M1 ($1,000) is a compact streaming amp in a Sonos/Bluesound form-factor while the Model M4 ($3,500) is a four-zone distributed audio amp to deliver audiophile grade whole home audio.
Sony BRAVIA 8 & 9 4K HDR Laser Projectors With XR Processor
The new Sony BRAVIA HDR Laser Projector 8 ($16K) & 9 ($32K) are designed to bring a professional-grade cinematic experience into the home. They are the first to use Sony’s new XR Processor.
Denon AVR-A10H 13.4 Ch 150W 8K AV Receiver Tech Overview
The 150 wpc Denon AVR-A10H ($4,699) is a scaled-down version of the $6,500 AVR-A1H 8K AV receiver with 13.4 channels instead of 15.4. We explore what features you sacrifice by choosing the AVR-A10H.
New Marantz Model 10 Reference Integrated Amp Tech Overview
The Marantz Model 10 Reference Integrated Amp($15,000) is the most powerful single-box amp the company has ever made. Co-developed with Purifi, the power amp section delivers 250w into 8 ohms.
McIntosh Launches $6K MX200 11.2CH A/V Processor w Missing Features?
The new McIntosh MX200 A/V Processor is a small 11.2-channel pre/pro that offers improved HDMI capability and adds Dirac Live room correction. Perfect processor for brand enthusiasts or overpriced?
Dayton Audio OPAL1 Bookshelf Loudspeaker Review
Dayton Audio's OPAL1 achieves subwoofer-like bass from 5.5” woofers in a compact bookshelf speaker. Priced at $800/pair, they stand without peer for their bass performance and exceptional build quality.
The Meze Empyrean II Headphone is a Masterclass In Design
Meze Audio is back with a new-and-improved version of the Empyrean. The Empyrean II headphones betters its predecessor from 2018 in terms of detail retrieval, and offers a more neutral tonal balance.
$300 RSL Speedwoofer 10E Subwoofer Review
RSL's Speedwoofer 10E is an entry-level sub that still has a beefy 10" driver, an intricate enclosure, and a 300-watt amp. Is this the best sub money can buy for $299 shipped? Read our review to find out!