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Axiom Audio Algonquin Outdoor Speaker System Review

The Axiom Algonquins proved to be among the best sounding speakers I've heard in this price class. Their ability to give you a full spectrum of sound, solid bass extension, and plenty of efficiency and power handling makes them ideal for those looking for quality bookshelf type speaker systems for their gaming room or covered barbeque area. Axiom’s color matching, prompt and unparalleled customer service and very generous return policy makes them a safe buy for anyone not sure if these speakers are right for them.

RBH Sound TK-5C Bookshelf Speaker System Review

The RBH Sound TK-5Cs were top notch performers, sounding BIGGER than they looked without faltering at high SPL levels. If you can't find an RBH dealer in your area, check out the EMP EF30s which are similar in performance but almost $150 cheaper through the Audioholics online store.

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First Look: Axiom Audio Millenia M3 Garage Speakers
by Clint DeBoer — last modified May 13, 2008 06:42

Axiom Audio announced a new Millennia "Garage" speaker, which is a version of their popular M3 v2 speaker. The speaker comes with a diamond-plate styled enclosure and has the same performance and specifications as the traditional M3 v2 speaker. The Millennia "Garage" speaker supports up to 175 watts of maximum power and has a frequency response of 60-22 kHz (+/-3dB) with an in-room sensitivity rating of 92 db SPL @ 1W/1m.

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Gear Corner: MB Quart Alexxa B-One Bookshelf Speaker Review
by J. Walker Clarke, Jr. — last modified May 01, 2008 17:53

Could the MB Quart Alexxa B-One speakers be manufactured in Hades? I ask this because, as I am sure you know, the devil is in the details. And detail is what these speakers are all about. They present a very detailed reproduction of music, and there is also great detail in the fit and finish. But fear not, I will not be forced to consider damnation after all, as the Alexxas are not the handiwork of Beelzebub, but rather that of a storied team of engineers in Germany. (But they are one hell of a pair of bookshelf speakers.)

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Pro Review: EMP Tek EF50T Speaker System Review
by Tom Andry — last modified May 01, 2008 09:05

While the EMP EF50 speaker system does sacrifice a bit of performance at the altar of aesthetics, it is very little performance for a whole lot of aesthetic gain. The tiny sub belies its performance and impact and the surround speakers sound too good to be surrounds. The removable faceplates may be a bit gimmicky, but it's a good gimmick. If this is your first foray into home theater and you want to do it right this is the set for you.

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Pro Review: Emotiva ER 5.0 Speaker System Review
by Tom Andry — last modified April 02, 2008 09:54

Emotiva, the maker of affordable amps and processors, has stepped into the speaker world in a big way. With the help of the famous loudspeaker designer Vance Dickason, they have put together a 5.0 package at a price that seems almost too good to be true. These speakers sound great, the dipole surrounds are amazing, and the boundary and tweeter adjustments mean that they'll fit almost any room. The downside? Just look at them…

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Pro Review: Sunfire HRS-12 Powered Subwoofer Review
by David Waratuke — last modified March 24, 2008 07:45

To get good monster bass, usually some fairly mongo subs are required. It is rare to find a sub this small that can not only provide copious bass output, but also can provide deep and accurate bass output as well. While not cheap by some standards, the HRS-12 subwoofers do an excellent job balancing the design and providing outstanding performance without skyrocketing the price. . Considering that the HRS-12s can easily provide better than two thirds of the performance of subs like the Fathoms at a mere one third of the price, the HRS-12s are a well engineered, high value product that represents a very good bargain for anyone looking for extreme levels of bass performance at less than extreme prices.

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Gear Corner: Klipsch Image Earphones Review
by J. Walker Clarke, Jr. — last modified February 26, 2008 02:21

The Klipsch Image earphones are proported to be the "world's smallest high performance earphones," and there is no doubt that they are unlike anything I have seen. I remember seeing them at CEDIA last year and thinking that they would probably be yet another overpriced, mediocre sounding earbud for the iPod. Recently Klipsch sent me a pair and I have been using the Image earphones for a couple of months now, and I am pleased to tell you that I had it all wrong.

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Pro Review: Axiom Audio Algonquin Outdoor Speaker System Review
by Gene DellaSala — last modified May 15, 2008 22:11

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Pro Review: Yamaha Soavo-1 Floorstanding Speaker Review
by Clint DeBoer — last modified February 21, 2008 07:17

Considering Yamaha has such a good reputation with making fine instruments and some of the most reliable and accurate monitor speakers ever to hit the recording industry, it's astounding that they aren't equally appreciated for their home audio speakers. This past year Yamaha aimed to change that with the introduction of their new Soavo series loudspeakers. We were fortunate enough to get our hands on a pair of Soavo-1 towers - their flagship product and a magnificent-looking specimen to be sure. We got a sneak peek at these speakers during the 2007 CEDIA Expo, but now we actually get a chance to put them through their paces in one of our reference listening rooms.

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Gear Corner: Boston Acoustics SoundWare Indoor/Outdoor Speaker Review
by J. Walker Clarke, Jr. — last modified February 11, 2008 03:03

The SoundWare speaker from Boston Acoustics is a very interesting product, considering that whole-house audio has become all the rage. Whether it's in the kitchen or out on the back porch, we all want our music to follow us throughout the day. But as Audioholics, it's not as simple as having a boom box or clock radio wherever we want music - we want a nice set of speakers. Boston Acoustics has introduced a new line of affordable speakers aimed squarely at those of us who want great sound both indoors and out.

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Pro Review: Yamaha YSP-4000 Digital Sound Projector Review
by Tom Andry — last modified February 04, 2008 08:06

The YSP-4000 is the newest and top-of-the-line product in this well received line. To say that it has been pushed to its limits in this review is probably an understatement. But did it pass? In my book - yes… for movies. Are you going to need a DVD player or other source? Yes. Are you going to need a subwoofer? Definitely. But for movies, what you'll get is a convincing facsimile of surround from a single source, undeniable cool factor, and convenience galore.

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First Look: AV123 MFW-15 Subwoofer — by Tom Andry — last modified February 01, 2008 18:09

First Look: JBL-SCS500.5 5.1 Home Theater Speakers — by Jeff Lawson — last modified February 06, 2008 09:55

Pro Review: EMP ECA-4 & ECA-44 Compact Satellite Speaker System Review — by Gene DellaSala — last modified January 18, 2008 08:21

First Look: LG/Levinson HTiB — by Tom Andry — last modified January 14, 2008 08:06

First Look: LG and Mark Levinson's AP3133 — by Tom Andry — last modified January 14, 2008 07:54

First Look: Earthquake's MiniMe P10 & P12 — by Tom Andry — last modified January 11, 2008 12:07

First Look: Dynaudio Sapphire Loudspeakers — by Tom Andry — last modified January 11, 2008 08:57

First Look: Totem Limited Edition One Bookshelf Speakers — by Gene DellaSala — last modified January 08, 2008 23:07

First Look: Dali On-Wall Loudspeaker System — by Gene DellaSala — last modified January 08, 2008 21:31

First Look: Yamaha NS-SP1600 — by Tom Andry — last modified January 08, 2008 15:15

First Look: Induction Dynamics ID1.18 Tower Speaker — by Gene DellaSala — last modified January 08, 2008 10:07

First Look: Vestalife Ladybug iPod System — by Clint DeBoer — last modified December 19, 2007 21:32

First Look: Proclaim Audioworks DMT-100 Loudspeaker — by Tom Andry — last modified January 04, 2008 10:45

First Look: Anthony Gallo Acoustics TR-3 Subwoofer — by Tom Andry — last modified January 04, 2008 08:01

First Look: Anthony Gallo Acoustics Reference 5LS Loudspeakers — by Tom Andry — last modified January 04, 2008 07:51

First Look: Def Tech AW Series Outdoor/Commercial Speakers — by Tom Andry — last modified January 02, 2008 08:48

First Look: Def Tech STS Powered SuperTower — by Tom Andry — last modified January 02, 2008 09:41

First Look: Polk Audio SurroundBar360 DVD Theater — by Tom Andry — last modified January 04, 2008 10:08

First Look: Marten FormSeries Loudspeakers — by Tom Andry — last modified January 04, 2008 09:16

First Look: Def Tech Mythos SSA Surround Speaker Systems — by Tom Andry — last modified January 02, 2008 09:55

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