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Arendal Sound 1528 Monitor 8 Loudspeaker Review Arendal Sound 1528 Monitor 8 Loudspeaker Review We reviewed the Arendal Sound 1528 Monitor 8 ($5,900/pr), a 3-way standmount loudspeaker with dual 8" woofers, 5" mid, and a 1" dome. With subwoofer-like bass and high output, is it the best in its class?
Focal 1000 Utopia IWLCR & IWSUB Speaker System Review Focal 1000 Utopia IWLCR & IWSUB Speaker System Review Focal's 1000 Utopia and Astral 16 deliver reference grade performance from an in-wall speaker. Check out our exclusive, in-depth, Focal 1000 Series Theater installation and a sneak peek at Dirac ART.
Yamaha NS-2000A Floor-Standing Loudspeaker Review Yamaha NS-2000A Floor-Standing Loudspeaker Review The Yamaha NS-2000A is a premium 3-way floorstanding speaker ($8k/pair) with exclusive materials, resonance control, and a piano gloss finish. Check out our review with measurements and listening tests!
Yamaha R-N2000A Network Hi-Fi Receiver Review Yamaha R-N2000A Network Hi-Fi Receiver Review The Yamaha R-N2000A hi-fi network receiver delivers stellar bench test performance and sonic excellence. Our review compares it to the more affordable R-N1000A to assess if the higher price is worth it.
Cambridge Audio ‘EX Series’ Amp and Streamer Overview Cambridge Audio ‘EX Series’ Amp and Streamer Overview Cambridge Audio’s EX Series includes the EXA100 amp ($2,199) with 100W Class AB power and Edge tech and the EXN100 streamer ($1,799) featuring an ESS ES9028Q2M DAC for high-resolution audio streaming.
Arendal Sound 1528 Tower 8, Center 8+ Loudspeaker Review Arendal Sound 1528 Tower 8, Center 8+ Loudspeaker Review Arendal Sound 1528 Tower 8 and Center 8+ speakers deliver audiophile sound, advanced tech, exceptional build quality & value, but there are caveats. Our review dives deep with measurements & listening.
AudioSmile Little British Monitor (LBM) Loudspeaker Review AudioSmile Little British Monitor (LBM) Loudspeaker Review AudioSmile's LBM compact desktop powered speakers pack a lot of technology and craftsmanship into a small package. Read our in-depth review to see how they measure up and sound against our high standards.
DALI Loudspeakers Wow Listeners With High-End EPIKORE Series Demo DALI Loudspeakers Wow Listeners With High-End EPIKORE Series Demo DALI’s new EPIKORE series, priced $15K–$60K per pair, delivers some of the best looks and sound in their class. With striking design and precision craftsmanship, these Danish-made speakers impressed us.
Wharfedale’s Upgraded ‘Super Linton’ Speakers: Style And Substance? Wharfedale’s Upgraded ‘Super Linton’ Speakers: Style And Substance? The Wharfedale Super Linton ($2,499/pair) retains its classic look but features an improved cabinet, upgraded drivers and crossovers, delivering significant performance upgrades over the 2019 model.
Onkyo TX-RZ70 11.2CH AV Receiver Review Onkyo TX-RZ70 11.2CH AV Receiver Review The Onkyo TX-RZ70 11.2CH AV receiver boasts 140 watts/ch, 8K HDMI inputs, Auro 3D, FREE Dirac Live and the BEST bench test results we’ve seen in its price class. Is this the best AVR at under $3k?