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Monitor Audio Studio 89: Inspired By The 80s, Engineered For The Future 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 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! 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 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 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 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? 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 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 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 $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!