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GoldenEar DigitalAktiv 3 Wi-Fi Bluetooth Speaker Preview
Speaker manufacturer GoldenEar released details for their ultra-high performance powered/wireless DigitalAktiv 3 Bookshelf speaker at CES. Could these be among the best wireless speakers of 2018?
StormAudio AV Immersive Sound Processors and Multi-Channel Amplifiers Preview
StormAudio AV products are light on features but heavy on customization and performance. They support up to 32 channels and all three immersive surround formats. But are they worth the price? Read on.
JBL Announces Everest™ Headphones Optimized for the Google Assistant
JBL's latest Everest headphones (710GA, 310GA, and 110GA), armed with Google Assist, allows users to say what music they want to hear and so much more. Read on for details.
Polk Command Bar Soundbar, Wireless Sub, and Built-in Amazon Alexa
Polk Audio announced the release of their new soundbar this week at CES, calling it the Polk Command Bar. Why Command Bar? How about integrated Alexa support built in and wireless sub for under $300!
Marantz AV8805 13.2CH 4k UltraHD AV Processor Preview
The Marantz AV8805 13.2CH 4K UHD AV processor supports all 3 immersive surround formats, 6 assignable height channels, high resolution multi-zone streaming and the latest in HDMI HDR and Dolby Vision.
JBL Releases Updated Iconic JBL L100 Speakers
JBL updated their iconic L100 speakers with the latest drivers and crossover designs headed by Chris Hagen, the original designer of the L100T3s. Will they be revered as classic to JBL lovers?
Denon AVR-X8500H World's First 13.2CH AV Receiver Preview
The world's first 13.2CH AV Receiver is what Denon is calling their new AVR-X8500H at CES 2018. This 51lbs beast supports all 3 immersive surround formats and is equipped with HDMI 2.1 for the future.
Philharmonic Audio Mini Philharmonitor Bookshelf Speaker Demo Report
The Philharmonic Audio Mini Philharmonitor is a price friendly bookshelf loudspeaker with an audiophile RAAL tweeter, Zapf audio woofer, superb crossover network and excellent sound. We are impressed.
JL Audio IWS-SYS-108/208 In-wall Subwoofer Preview
Looking for a new in-wall sub? JL Audio released their IWS-SYS-108 and IWS-SYS-208 in wall subs. These two new models have a very small grille opening that belies their earth rumbling sound. Read on.
Rythmik FV18 Servo Subwoofer Sound Demo Report
Sub manufacturer Rythmik Audio recently released an 18" triple ported subwoofer, the FV18. With a newly designed aluminum driver and 900 watt amp, it's a beast of a sub. Read our sound demo report.