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Bluesound Serves Up New Wireless Audio Gear, Sonos Killer? Bluesound Serves Up New Wireless Audio Gear, Sonos Killer? Bluesound updated its Node streamer-$549 amd Powernode streaming amp-$899 with powerful new processors, new DACs, HDMI eARC, and more. The new Pulse Soundbar+ for $899 has Dolby Atmos support. Read on
New Denon 2022 8K AV Receivers with DIRAC! New Denon 2022 8K AV Receivers with DIRAC! Denon released SEVEN new 8K AV receivers for 2022. The top models will include Dirac Live room correction AND 4 sub outs and the lower models start at only $400! Read on.
Bowers & Wilkins 700 S3 Series Loudspeakers Demo Report Bowers & Wilkins 700 S3 Series Loudspeakers Demo Report We did a listening demo comparison between the Bowers & Wilkins’ new 700 S3 vs S2 Series of loudspeakers. The 8 new models include upgrades like new cabinet designs, crossovers, plinths, & driver mounts.
Focal NEW Utopia 2022 Headphone Review: Are These Endgame? Focal NEW Utopia 2022 Headphone Review: Are These Endgame? Focal new Utopia 2022 review: Focal has tweaked its flagship bringing light design updates including the M-shaped grille to better match the diaphragm and a new copper/aluminum voice coil.
Perlisten R212s Powered Subwoofer Review Perlisten R212s Powered Subwoofer Review Has Perlisten created similar magic of the D215s sub with their new R212s dual-12” 1kwatt more budget-friendly sealed subwoofer at half the price? Read our review of the R212 sub with measurements.
Denon AVR-X3800H 11.4CH Receiver: The Ultimate Afffordable AV Preamp? Denon AVR-X3800H 11.4CH Receiver: The Ultimate Afffordable AV Preamp? The Denon AVR-X3800H has 11CH of processing, HDMI 2.1 full support, 4 independent subwoofer outputs, preamp disconnect and DIRAC upgradability. For only $1,700, could this be the ultimate AV preamp?
Marantz AV 10 & AMP 10 16CH HDMI 2.1 Separates Details Leaked! Marantz AV 10 & AMP 10 16CH HDMI 2.1 Separates Details Leaked! The new Marantz AV 10 16CH AV Processor and matching AMP 10 amplifier feature DIRAC room correction, 4 independent sub outs, 200watts x 16 Class D amplification and full HDMI 2.1 support on every input.
Starke Sound Fiera4 4 Channel Amplifier Benchmark Test Results Starke Sound Fiera4 4 Channel Amplifier Benchmark Test Results The Starke Sound Fiera4 is an exciting new four channel Class D amplifier. It provides plenty of power (130wpcx4) to juice your home theater in a light weight and energy efficient package. Read on.
REL Acoustics HT/1510 Predator II Sealed Subwoofer Review REL Acoustics HT/1510 Predator II Sealed Subwoofer Review The REL Acoustics HT/1510 Predator II is a 1,000 watt, 15” woofer, sealed bruiser. REL touts their subwoofers as being fast & musical. We evaluate that claim with measurements & associated trade offs.
Epos Loudspeakers Are Born Again Under Karl-Heinz Fink Epos Loudspeakers Are Born Again Under Karl-Heinz Fink Karl-Heinz Fink bought Epos Loudspeakers and is rebooting the brand with new designs of old models, like the ES14N. The new ES14N features all new technology inside and out. Read on.