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Revel Concerta2 F36 Tower Speaker Review Revel's Concerta2 F36 tower loudspeaker is a 2 1/2-way, rear-ported, full range loudspeaker. It's build, finish, and pristine performance make it one of our favorite tower speakers under $2,000/pair.

XOUNTS UP Wireless Ambiance Speaker Review XOUNTS is looking to redefine the wireless speaker market with their new Ambiance Speaker system by providing a spectacle of sound and light to satiate your senses. Read on to see how it performs.

Denon AVR-X6300H / AVR-X4300H Atmos AV Receiver Preview Denon's new AVR-X6300H AVR-X4300H are loaded with Dobly Atmos, DTS:X and Auro 3D immersive audio, the latest 4K/UHD video including upscaling and are the first receivers featuring HEOS wireless audio.

Hsu Research ULS-15 mk2 Subwoofer Review The new HSU Research ULS-15 mk2 subwoofer is 30% less expensive and 20lbs lighter than its predecessor but does that mean it takes a performance hit? Read on to find out.

Marantz SR6011 9.2 Channel 4K Ultra HD AV Receiver Preview Marantz announced the release of their new SR6011 receiver this month. A 9.2 Channel Full 4K Ultra HD Surround Receiver with Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, DTS:X, Dolby Atmos, Audyssey room correction, and more!

OSSIC X - Your True 3D Audio Headphones OSSIC is a new headphone developer founded by veterans of respected hi-fi company Pioneer and computer peripheral company Logitech. Their new OSSIC X promise to bring a true 3D audio experience.

Schiit Yggdrasil DAC and Ragnarok Amplifier Review The Schiit Yggdrasil DAC & Ragnarok amp represent Schiit’s finest components. With a thoroughly engineered component system, this pair offer incredible sound without compromise, but at a high price.

Yamaha BD-S681 and AVENTAGE BD-A1060 Blu-ray Player Preview Yamaha recently introduced their new BD-S681 and AVENTAGE BD-A1060 Blu-ray players that play high end audio sources and also upconvert standard Blu-ray discs to 4K Ultra HD Quality. Check them out.

SVS PC-2000 Cylinder Subwoofer Review The SVS PC-2000 Cylinder Subwoofer light weight and clean, linear performance earned our Large Bassaholic rating. Their generous risk-free trial policy makes it an easy purchasing decision. Read on.

Pass Labs F7 Class A Stereo Power Amplifier Preview Pass Labs unveiled their F7 stereo Class A amplifier rated at 25 watt/ch with an asking price of $3k. It's touted as a minimalist design, but is that a good thing? Read on to find out.