http://www.audioholics.comWhere audio and video equipment undergoes rigorous objective and subjective tests by our staff, ensuring that marketing slogans aren't the only guidelines for your home theater choices.Tue, 23 Apr 2013 08:05:00 -0000http://www.audioholics.com/reviews/speakers/architectural/speakercraft-profile-speaker-previewWe're willing to bet most Audioholics haven't actually seen one of SpeakerCraft's Profile line of speakers. That isn't to say the Profile line is brand new (although it is being expanded), but the speakers are ostensibly invisible, being in ceiling and in wall models. New to the lineup are the Profile A6 in ceiling speaker, the Profile Cinema Sub10 subwoofer, and the Profile AIM8 DT Three, which SpeakerCraft refers to as a single point stereo in ceiling speaker. Read on to see what we think of these new additions.Tue, 23 Apr 2013 08:05:00 -0000/reviews/speakers/architectural/speakercraft-profile-speaker-previewOutdoor Speaker ReviewsLoudspeakershttp://www.audioholics.com/reviews/speakers/architectural/triad-inwall-bronze-4-slimsub-preIf you are looking for a quality in-wall sub, your options aren't extensive and they aren't cheap. At $1400 a pop, the Triad InWall Bronze/4 SlimSub is promising extension down to around the 25Hz mark from an enclosure that is only 4" deep. That means that not only will the Triad InWall Bronze/4 SlimSub fit in a new construction, but it can be retrofitted into an existing wall without much problem. With Triad's grille matching program promising you a perfect match to your wall color, a DSP amplifier with integrated room correction and the Triad name behind it, the InWall Bronze/4 SlimSub is sure to sell.Fri, 05 Apr 2013 09:30:00 -0000/reviews/speakers/architectural/triad-inwall-bronze-4-slimsub-preOutdoor Speaker ReviewsLoudspeakershttp://www.audioholics.com/reviews/speakers/architectural/b-w-am-1One of the quickest ways to make enemies in a neighborhood is to install outdoors speakers. You might like to serenade your significant other under the moonlight with some Kenny G, or rock out with Rage Against The Machine cranked to 11 (who doesn’t love Renegades of Funk?) but, that doesn’t mean your neighbors enjoy the same eclectic musical genres, especially between the hours or midnight and five in the morning. Well, Bowers & Wilkins wants to help destroy the fragile fabric that holds your neighborhood together with their new AM-1 outdoor speaker. Featuring a 1” tweeter, 5” bass driver with passive radiator, and an innovative mounting system, the B&W AM-1 will help you burn bridges in style.Thu, 07 Feb 2013 00:00:00 -0000/reviews/speakers/architectural/b-w-am-1Outdoor Speaker ReviewsLoudspeakershttp://www.audioholics.com/reviews/speakers/architectural/wisdom-audio-insight-series-inwall-videoThe Wisdom Audio Insight Series speakers are designed for the high end market using their planar magnetic driver technology. Their speakers typically require biampification and external crossovers. Now they've changed all that, making things simpler and introducing a new line of speakers for CEDIA 2012. This is going to be great for custom installers. So now, with the new Insight Series, everyone can jump in and get that great Wisdom Audio sound - the new speakers son't need to be beamed and the crossovers are built right in.Mon, 10 Sep 2012 12:30:00 -0000/reviews/speakers/architectural/wisdom-audio-insight-series-inwall-videoOutdoor Speaker ReviewsLoudspeakershttp://www.audioholics.com/reviews/speakers/architectural/niles-georealistic-pro-rock-planter-preAudio companies love to throw around the word "audiophile" like it is a statement of quality and performance. But we have a hard time believing any speaker shaped like a rock or a planter is really designed to satisfy discerning audiophiles. Instead, they are designed to sound as good as possible considering their shape, size, location, and weatherproofing requirements. Niles has been a big name in custom installation for a long time so perhaps they don't feel the need to tell us much about their new GeoRealistic Pro Series Rock and Planter Speakers other than that they exist and their shape and finishes. But for us to get truly excited about them, we need to know a little more. Like the size of the tweeters, the composition of the drivers, the frequency response, the impedance, the shape and weight, the power handling, the price, and much more. See your customer installer for these details as they can't be found anywhere on the Niles website yet even though the speakers are already shipping. Mon, 28 May 2012 09:25:00 -0000/reviews/speakers/architectural/niles-georealistic-pro-rock-planter-preOutdoor Speaker ReviewsLoudspeakershttp://www.audioholics.com/reviews/speakers/architectural/tannoy-ocv-6-pendant-speakerGetting sound into commercial spaces isn't as easy as it sounds. Not everyone utilizes a drop ceiling. In fact, not everyone has a ceiling that even remotely resembles a flat surface. Tannoy recognized this, particularly in light of the new wave of architectural design sweeping our airports, churches, malls and other social, transportation and retail gathering areas. The OCV Series of speakers are designed to look like a pendent that is suspended, near-invisibly, from the ceiling in order to cast sound down from above without requiring a flat or recessed installation. The speakers are very nearly a piece of art themselves and are available in either a 6" or 8" coaxial configuration.Thu, 01 Mar 2012 03:05:00 -0000/reviews/speakers/architectural/tannoy-ocv-6-pendant-speakerOutdoor Speaker ReviewsLoudspeakershttp://www.audioholics.com/reviews/speakers/architectural/paradigm-designer-series-preThose of us that have not only a need for in-ceiling speakers, but a desire for something that has been designed to sound as good as possible, the new Designer Series In-Ceiling speakers from Paradigm are enticing. Looking at the improvements they've made in the different lines, it is clear that they are thinking about the specific use of the speaker (from the improved output and clarity of the top of the line Guided Soundfield Models to the improved performance and longevity under any condition of the Marine Models). Add to that the overall improvement of the Designer's Series ability to go unnoticed with their smaller bezel and Paradigm is really trying to give you what you want.Tue, 07 Feb 2012 01:00:00 -0000/reviews/speakers/architectural/paradigm-designer-series-preOutdoor Speaker ReviewsLoudspeakershttp://www.audioholics.com/reviews/speakers/architectural/niles-cm4pr-compact-ceilingWe reviewed hands-on the new CM Series Ceiling Mount Loudspeakers from Niles and found them to be excellent - both in quality and ease-of-installation. Rather than simply update over time, Niles continues to innovate, and their latest model was revealed this week at the Hilton. It's the compact CM4PR. The CM4PR is the company’s first-ever compact ceiling mount loudspeaker and it comes with only a four-inch footprint. It's Niles' first small, designer-friendly loudspeaker to deliver its signature audiophile grade performance while being able to locate itself in aesthetically pleasing, unobtrusive areas. Wed, 11 Jan 2012 18:22:49 -0000/reviews/speakers/architectural/niles-cm4pr-compact-ceilingOutdoor Speaker ReviewsLoudspeakershttp://www.audioholics.com/reviews/speakers/architectural/boston-acoustics-voyagerEarlier this year we did a video review of the Boston Acoustics Voyager 7 Outdoor Speakers and found them to be excellent in both sound and design. The company didn't waste any time in releasing 5 brand new models in the Voyager Series and these are also geared towards the Indoor/Outdoor/Marine crowd/ The new speakers weren't part of our recent 2011 CEDIA Expo Show Coverage, but that's because nobody from D&M was there that we could find (Denon, Marantz, Boston Acoustics, etc). The good news is that these new speakers will be ready for release in September and include the same great products as before, but with updated model numbers (40/50/60/70/Metro II).Fri, 16 Sep 2011 00:45:00 -0000/reviews/speakers/architectural/boston-acoustics-voyagerOutdoor Speaker ReviewsLoudspeakershttp://www.audioholics.com/reviews/speakers/architectural/niles-cm-architecturalNiles has introduced a new line of cost-effective ceiling mount loudspeakers featuring the same unique combination of design aesthetics, advanced technology and installation versatility found in the company's 3rd generation DS Directed Soundfield Ceiling-Mount Loudspeakers. The new CM Architectural Loudspeakers are designed to continue to provide deliver Niles' performance sound quality while blending even more discreetly into any environment. This is largely due to the speakers' paintable, low-profile, magnetically-attached grilles.Tue, 13 Sep 2011 20:39:46 -0000/reviews/speakers/architectural/niles-cm-architecturalOutdoor Speaker ReviewsLoudspeakershttp://www.audioholics.com/reviews/speakers/architectural/bowers-wilkins-isw-3-preLooking for a sub that you don't have to look at? The Bowers & Wilkins ISW-3 sub can be placed in a wall, floor, ceiling or even installed in a cabinet in your kitchen. The ISW-3 has a small (2" by 12"), slotted grille that looks like an HVAC vent, dual 6.5" Paper/Kevlar cone long-throw drivers in a balanced design eliminating transmission of vibrations through the enclosure and into the surrounding walls, and a -3dB point in the mid-20's. With the external amp, the setup will run you $2k. The question is, how much is it worth to you to have a sub that you can't see?Thu, 04 Aug 2011 10:00:00 -0000/reviews/speakers/architectural/bowers-wilkins-isw-3-preOutdoor Speaker ReviewsLoudspeakershttp://www.audioholics.com/reviews/speakers/architectural/bowers-wilkins-ci-300-preIf you have a client that likes the B&W sound (and there are lots of them) but don't want to spend a ton of cash on a speaker for their bathroom, the CI 300 series is an easy up-sell. The performance promises to be more than good enough for distributed audio or perhaps even as rear speakers in a surround sound setup. With an affordable price tag and the B&W name, these are sure to be winners. Of course, when a company is known for quality high-end audio, it's are usually NOT known for low-cost offerings. Be prepared to be surprised as B&W's newest in-wall/in-ceiling speakers are retailing for $300-$400 a pair.Tue, 02 Aug 2011 11:05:00 -0000/reviews/speakers/architectural/bowers-wilkins-ci-300-preOutdoor Speaker ReviewsLoudspeakershttp://www.audioholics.com/reviews/speakers/architectural/kef-ci-series-in-ceiling-speakersOne category of speakers that is often overlooked is ceiling mounted speakers for whole house audio applications. Integrating audio into both new construction as well as existing homes has become common, and for this article we will take a look at KEF's custom installation Ci Series in-ceiling speakers. Our project home consists of a dining room, kitchen/breakfast room, great room, dining room, master bedroom, master bathroom and back porch. After a few discussions with one of KEF's product line reps, we decided on several different models for each room or "zone" of the house. The home we installed the speakers in had very easy access to the attic above each room, making installation a pretty straightforward process for this project. The back porch does not have ceiling access, so we opted for a pair of bracket-mounted Ventura 6 weatherproof speakers.Tue, 14 Jun 2011 05:05:00 -0000/reviews/speakers/architectural/kef-ci-series-in-ceiling-speakersOutdoor Speaker ReviewsLoudspeakershttp://www.audioholics.com/reviews/speakers/architectural/boston-acoustics-voyager-7-videoEverybody seems to like speakers. I personally obsess about them. Maybe there are speakers better than mine. If so, I have to find them. But what about outdoor speakers? Nobody seems to take into consideration good sound when you're in your backyard grilling or throwing a Super Bowl party. Well we do... well, I do... and when it came time to review the Boston Acoustics Voyager 7 outdoor speakers - I had just the spot. Up until these I had been running planter speakers - those are speakers that are cleverly hidden underneath a planter. Great product - different review. In any case, the emphasis with those was on style. With THESE speakers, Boston Acoustics is all about quality. I mean these are the largest outdoor speakers in their Voyager line. The Voyager 7s have an exceptional bass response for a bookshelf speaker and they are more than just the typical boom and sizzle solution, I mean they truly sound well-balanced. There seemed to be a tad of emphasis around the lower mid-range, but it was pleasing to the ears. When played loud, the tweeters aren't terribly fatiguing and they really project into a wider area, so these speakers are perfect for that backyard party.Fri, 20 May 2011 03:10:00 -0000/reviews/speakers/architectural/boston-acoustics-voyager-7-videoOutdoor Speaker ReviewsLoudspeakershttp://www.audioholics.com/reviews/speakers/architectural/kef-ci-qr-in-ceiling-speakers-first-lookThe new Ci line from KEF looks to be just what the doctor ordered for distributed audio. You have speakers that can dip down fairly low (into the mid-thirties if the specs are to be believed) with a focus on not only invisibility (with an ultra-thin bezel) but on high end extension. The price of the line can be as low at $180 a pop but most of the offerings cross the $200 mark with the top of the line at $350. The fact is that if anyone knows coaxial speakers, it is KEF. Chances are these are going to sound pretty good. If you are looking for some speakers for your living room or bathroom, give these a listen when they ship soon.Fri, 25 Mar 2011 06:40:00 -0000/reviews/speakers/architectural/kef-ci-qr-in-ceiling-speakers-first-lookOutdoor Speaker ReviewsLoudspeakershttp://www.audioholics.com/reviews/speakers/architectural/snapav-episode-900-es-ht950-iw-7-ht900-iwlcr-6-flAre the new SnapAV Episode 900 speakers designed for the custom installation market? You bet. But we love seeing features such as overbuilt back boxes, separate EQ adjustments for bass, mids, and the tweeter with a compensation for perforated drop screens, and ribbon tweeters. The EX-HT900-ISLCR-6 is a little too wide for horizontal placement without cutting in to a couple of studs but other than that, we love how both this and the ES-HT950-IW-7 look on paper. But, as is often the case with in-wall speakers, only you'll know how cool they are. Everyone else will wonder where that sound is coming from. Tue, 22 Feb 2011 09:55:00 -0000/reviews/speakers/architectural/snapav-episode-900-es-ht950-iw-7-ht900-iwlcr-6-flOutdoor Speaker ReviewsLoudspeakershttp://www.audioholics.com/reviews/speakers/architectural/paradigm-reference-millenia-lpParadigm Electronics Inc. used CES to introduce a new speaker to its Paradigm Reference series with the Millenia LP on-wall LCR speaker. The ultra-thin (1-1/2") cabinet profile is slim enough to hang with the sleekest LED, LCD, or plasma flat-panel displays, even meshing with projector screens while designed to reproduce music, soundtracks and dialogue with accuracy. Lifestyle speakers are in demand and the Millenia LP caters to audio enthusiasts building a system piece by piece since each speaker can be used for left/right or center channel sound, just by configuring vertically or horizontally, depending on preference. The Millenia LP LCR delivers for those in search of non-architectural, minimalistic, audio options since it requires no custom speaker cut-out holes.Thu, 06 Jan 2011 17:34:02 -0000/reviews/speakers/architectural/paradigm-reference-millenia-lpOutdoor Speaker ReviewsLoudspeakershttp://www.audioholics.com/reviews/speakers/architectural/klipsch-audiorock-flTrue wireless outdoor solutions like the Klispch AudioRock add-on for the LightSpeaker system are rare and always impressive. Since the AudioRock is an add-on to the LightSpeaker system you'll have to fork over $600 before you can shell out $200 more for the AudioRock. They are rated down to 65Hz with dual 0.75-inch polypropylene tweeters mated with a 5.25-inch injection molded polypropylene woofer. All the drivers are angled 20 degrees up to account for the inevitable ground placement. The AudioRock is constructed out of a UV-protected, weatherproof, and rustproof plastic with a gray faux-granite finish. The speaker is designed to withstand the elements (and sprinklers) as long as it is not submerged in water or left to sit in more than an inch of water. Sat, 09 Oct 2010 21:00:00 -0000/reviews/speakers/architectural/klipsch-audiorock-flOutdoor Speaker ReviewsLoudspeakershttp://www.audioholics.com/reviews/speakers/architectural/psb-cs1000PSB Speakers expands its highly acclaimed CustomSound Series and introduces a new product category for the brand, with the introduction of the CS1000 Universal/Outdoor Speaker. The CS1000s feature a sophisticated multi-purpose design ideal for outdoor residential and commercial environment. Specially designed for open spaces, the CS1000 serves such residential areas as decks and patios in addition to a wide range of outdoor and indoor commercial environments, including retail stores, restaurants, hotels, and fitness centers.Tue, 28 Sep 2010 17:30:00 -0000/reviews/speakers/architectural/psb-cs1000Outdoor Speaker ReviewsLoudspeakershttp://www.audioholics.com/reviews/speakers/architectural/speakercraft-boomtomb-flIf you have neighbors you hate or if you hate not getting the maximum amount of bass, the Speakercraft BoomTomb could be for you. Designed to be buried in your yard, the only evidence you'll see of it is a small tube protruding from a flowerbed. While pricing hasn't been announced yet, SpeakerCraft's rock shaped sub retails for just under a grand. It has (most likely) the same amp but a smaller driver and a more complicated enclosure. We'd expect similar pricing here. While this is a niche product for sure, the fact is that it will probably sell. While we like to snicker at the design, it is pretty innovative. We'd definitely love to get a chance to hear it... just not in our yard.Tue, 28 Sep 2010 11:10:00 -0000/reviews/speakers/architectural/speakercraft-boomtomb-flOutdoor Speaker ReviewsLoudspeakershttp://www.audioholics.com/reviews/speakers/architectural/pioneer-s-lx70-flat-panelIt seems just a few years ago, users didn't have the option to locate good sounding speakers that provided good sound and maintained a look that blended in well with the aesthetics of a wall-mounted flat panel TV. However, the last few years have issued in a new age of speaker systems specific to flat screens serving to both support the sound of movies and sporting events alike as well as being at least serviceable in music playback as well. This review takes a good look at Pioneer's Elite Flat screen speaker system, the S-LX70 series to see if it holds up its end of the home theater standard.Thu, 16 Sep 2010 21:08:49 -0000/reviews/speakers/architectural/pioneer-s-lx70-flat-panelOutdoor Speaker ReviewsLoudspeakershttp://www.audioholics.com/reviews/speakers/architectural/wisdom-audio-sage-flWisdom Audio describes themselves as "the leader in planar magnetic technologies for architectural speaker solutions." Wisdom Audio has 11 different speaker offerings nearly all of which incorporate planar magnetic and traditional transducer types. They specialize in in- and on-wall speakers but do have a few freestanding options. Because of their unique design, they require integration with their proprietary active crossover which has, surprisingly, Audyssey MultEQ XT room correction built in. Wisdom Audio has taken what is obviously an audiophile product and married it with technology that will make it sound its best. While others are pushing special rocks and cones, Wisdom is adding room correction and dedicated amps. We can see the wisdom in that.Fri, 03 Sep 2010 10:00:00 -0000/reviews/speakers/architectural/wisdom-audio-sage-flOutdoor Speaker ReviewsLoudspeakershttp://www.audioholics.com/reviews/speakers/architectural/def-tech-mythos-xtr-50-wallspeaker-first-lookDefinitive Technologies has released their Mythos XTR-50 Wallspeaker. The XTR-50s are on-wall or on-stand speakers that measure a slim 1.5 inches a their widest point. Designed with the latest flat panels in mind, the XTR-50s come with enough mounting and setup options to fill your changing needs. They have two 3.5" XTDD technology anodized Aluminum dome drivers flanking a center aluminum dome tweeter. There are two additional anodized aluminum dome bass radiators paired with each of the XTDD drivers for additional bass output.Thu, 27 May 2010 08:45:00 -0000/reviews/speakers/architectural/def-tech-mythos-xtr-50-wallspeaker-first-lookOutdoor Speaker ReviewsLoudspeakershttp://www.audioholics.com/reviews/speakers/architectural/axiom-audio-on-wall-flAxiom Audio is all about giving their customers options and they've expanded that with their new On-Wall offerings. They've taken their popular bookshelf and center channel speakers and have developed On-Wall versions. This means you'll now be able to mount your favorite M2, M3, M22, VP100, or VP150 speakers to the wall for space saving without sonic compromise. Wed, 14 Apr 2010 16:25:00 -0000/reviews/speakers/architectural/axiom-audio-on-wall-flOutdoor Speaker ReviewsLoudspeakershttp://www.audioholics.com/reviews/speakers/architectural/klipsch-lightspeaker-system-architectural-speakerKlipsch has introduced the LightSpeaker System Architectural Speakers at this year's CES. This speaker system consists of two LightSpeakers, a transmitter, and a remote. The installation is as brainless as it is brilliant - just screw the speakers in to existing5- and 6-inch recessed light fixtures, plug in the transmitter, and enjoy the music!Wed, 13 Jan 2010 13:55:00 -0000/reviews/speakers/architectural/klipsch-lightspeaker-system-architectural-speakerOutdoor Speaker ReviewsLoudspeakershttp://www.audioholics.com/reviews/speakers/architectural/axiom-audio-epic-accent-m0From the magnetic grills to the innovative (if quirky) wall mounting bracket system, the Axiom Audio M0s are a speaker unlike any other. Of course, coming from Axiom you'd expect them to deliver sonically - and they do. If you are looking for an unobtrusive on-wall system for a smaller room, the M0s are a very good choice and deserve to be on your short list. At $135 each and with a free 30day in-home trial, you've got little to lose except your preconceptions about what a small speaker can do.Fri, 02 Oct 2009 19:00:00 -0000/reviews/speakers/architectural/axiom-audio-epic-accent-m0Outdoor Speaker ReviewsLoudspeakershttp://www.audioholics.com/reviews/speakers/architectural/aperion-intimus-6-ic-iwAperion Audio has just released an upgrade to their existing in-wall, in-ceiling speaker line, the Intimus 6 line. Sporting 6.5" woven fiberglass coned woofers and a 1" silk dome tweeter, the real attractive part of the Aperion Audio Intimus 6-IW and IC is the price. For a bit under $300 shipped, you get a very good set of speakers that should be fantastic (maybe even overkill) for distributed audio and could easily proved sound quality good enough to do rear or surround duties in a home theater setup.Thu, 20 Aug 2009 13:00:00 -0000/reviews/speakers/architectural/aperion-intimus-6-ic-iwOutdoor Speaker ReviewsLoudspeakershttp://www.audioholics.com/reviews/speakers/architectural/aperion-audio-intimus-outdoor-speakersAfter you've experienced great sound in your home theater, you just can't settle for less anywhere else. Outdoor speakers tend to be the AV purchase your non-enthusiast friends can understand. Aperion Audio has got what you need. Their Intimus line of speakers have long been loved for the sound quality and value. Aperion is now shipping a new addition to their line in an weather resistant outdoor speaker. Available in white or black finishes, the Intimus Outdoor Speaker retails for $149 each and is available from their website. Or, of course, you can try to win a pair in our forums...Tue, 18 Aug 2009 10:15:00 -0000/reviews/speakers/architectural/aperion-audio-intimus-outdoor-speakersOutdoor Speaker ReviewsLoudspeakershttp://www.audioholics.com/reviews/speakers/architectural/mc-6awAt first I was mainly thinking of the RBH Sound MC-6AW as patio speakers but upon setting them up for some listening tests I discovered “indoor” possibilities as well. They shared many of the sonic virtues of my larger floorstander reference speakers and their performance absolutely bellied their asking price. As I listened, over and over I kept forgetting that these were small indoor/outdoor speakers and kept thinking they sounded better than some speakers I’ve reviewed from more prestigious brands costing several thousands of dollars. The MC-6AW’s can be used in multiple environments. They would be great mounted on the wall next to an on-wall television in either a bedroom or a family room. You could also class up your pool parties by using them on your pool deck or any patio. Just be careful not to make your audiophile friends too envious when they hear such great sound outdoors which ordinarily wouldn’t seem possible. Wed, 17 Jun 2009 03:10:00 -0000/reviews/speakers/architectural/mc-6awOutdoor Speaker ReviewsLoudspeakershttp://www.audioholics.com/reviews/speakers/architectural/aperion-audio-intimus-6-lcr-in-wall-speakersAs displays are getting thinner and thinner, consumers are demanding speakers that match. What matches a flat panel hung on a wall better than a few in-wall speakers installed around it? Aperion Audio has heard the call and has introduced a new in-wall speaker dubbed the Intimus 6-LCR. With a 2.5 way MTM design, the 6-LCR is designed for either vertical or horizontal placement making it perfect for either main or center channel duty.Fri, 12 Jun 2009 08:05:00 -0000/reviews/speakers/architectural/aperion-audio-intimus-6-lcr-in-wall-speakersOutdoor Speaker ReviewsLoudspeakershttp://www.audioholics.com/reviews/speakers/architectural/sonance-invisible-speaker-seriesSonance has long held a prominent position in the architectural, in-wall and in-ceiling speaker marketplace. Now, the company has released their latest innovative variation - the Invisible Speaker Series. The flat-panel driver technology developed by Sonance is featured in three new models, two of which utilize improved planar technology. The Sonance Invisible Series speakers are entirely flat and vanish into the room design, delivering "invisible" ambient music that emanates from the walls and ceilings.Wed, 06 May 2009 07:00:00 -0000/reviews/speakers/architectural/sonance-invisible-speaker-seriesOutdoor Speaker ReviewsLoudspeakershttp://www.audioholics.com/reviews/speakers/architectural/tSc-ntiw26-ntiw25At $300 a pair for the NTIW26s and $230 a pair for the NTIW25s, these speakers are a remarkable value. Quality components, easy to mount, lots of tuning options… the list of benefits goes on. Sonically, they at least met and in many ways exceeded my expectations. Bass was admirable for a bookshelf, much less an in-wall. The highs and mids were well-realized and very lifelike. The NT speakers definitely live up to the tSc motto - Quality Loudspeakers at Half the Price. Mon, 19 Jan 2009 11:30:45 -0000/reviews/speakers/architectural/tSc-ntiw26-ntiw25Outdoor Speaker ReviewsLoudspeakershttp://www.audioholics.com/reviews/speakers/architectural/ethereal-vibeOver at the Ethereal booth, we were surprised to find speakers. The grills (pictured bottom) had artsy pictures on them but we're not sure if this was available or just for CES. According to Ethereal (who is simply distributing the VIBE speakers), the VIBE Home Cinema’s Monolith Shuttle 1 and Shuttle 2 are fabricated from resin and finished in high gloss piano black paintwork. They seem to be a very installer-friendly line of speakers. The larger size actually works well with the idea that pictures can be printed on the grills and we hope this is a standard feature.Mon, 12 Jan 2009 18:52:37 -0000/reviews/speakers/architectural/ethereal-vibeOutdoor Speaker ReviewsLoudspeakershttp://www.audioholics.com/reviews/speakers/architectural/pioneer-elite-architecturalPioneer’s Chief Speaker Designer Andrew Jones and his engineering team drew inspiration from the company’s professional TAD speaker offering to design the Pioneer Elite series of architectural speakers. All six new models utilize Pioneer’s CST driver technology that works to expand a room’s “sweet spot” for more uniform sound deliver to home audiences. By improving off-axis performance and a more accurate frequency response, Pioneer’s new Elite speakers surpass the capabilities offered by current pivoting driver designs.Fri, 09 Jan 2009 04:00:00 -0000/reviews/speakers/architectural/pioneer-elite-architecturalOutdoor Speaker ReviewsLoudspeakershttp://www.audioholics.com/reviews/speakers/architectural/rbh-reference-signature-in-wallsWe have long appreciated the quality of RBH Sound offerings here at Audioholics. While we love our freestanding speakers, it is clear that the market for in-wall speakers is an important one and growing. The References line of Signature speakers from RBH has long been without an in-wall counterpart - no more. Starting at just under $1000 and running up to $3300 each, these are definitely a higher end offering. But given our experience with RBH Sound, they are likely worth every penny plus some. Mon, 05 Jan 2009 19:33:54 -0000/reviews/speakers/architectural/rbh-reference-signature-in-wallsOutdoor Speaker ReviewsLoudspeakershttp://www.audioholics.com/reviews/speakers/architectural/soundcast-outcast-wireless-speakerWhat do you do if you want sound in many different rooms of your house or outside but don't have the time or money to spend on wiring up all those speakers, extra amps, and source components? Get yourself a wireless speaker with a great range and sound quality. But where? Soundcast Systems hopes to answer that question for you with their OutCast Wireless System. We found it to have great range (matching or exceeding their claims of 150') and better than expected sound quality. It may be pricy but for that you get convenience, portability, and a solution that will take minutes rather than days to complete.Fri, 23 May 2008 11:27:01 -0000/reviews/speakers/architectural/soundcast-outcast-wireless-speakerOutdoor Speaker ReviewsLoudspeakershttp://www.audioholics.com/reviews/speakers/architectural/axiom-algonquinThe 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. Mon, 25 Feb 2008 21:05:00 -0000/reviews/speakers/architectural/axiom-algonquinOutdoor Speaker ReviewsLoudspeakershttp://www.audioholics.com/reviews/speakers/architectural/boston-acoustics-soundwareThe 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. Sun, 10 Feb 2008 16:10:01 -0000/reviews/speakers/architectural/boston-acoustics-soundwareOutdoor Speaker ReviewsLoudspeakershttp://www.audioholics.com/reviews/speakers/architectural/dali-on-wall-loudspeaker-systemDali debuted a new On Wall loudspeaker system in their demo room at the Venetian hotel. It is based on their Mentor series speakers and are a low profile box speaker system that simply hang from the wall like a picture frame with a mounting hole at the top and bottom of the cabinet. I spent a good deal of time listening to the demo and felt that these speakers have enormous potential for a customer looking for audiophile performance with high WAF.Wed, 09 Jan 2008 08:31:34 -0000/reviews/speakers/architectural/dali-on-wall-loudspeaker-systemOutdoor Speaker ReviewsLoudspeakershttp://www.audioholics.com/reviews/speakers/architectural/def-tech-aw-seriesThe new AW5500 and AW6500 all-weather outdoor/commercial speakers use racetrack shaped pressure low-bass radiators to extend bass response without compromising their water tight seal. The AW models use high excursion active drivers pressurecoupled to racetrack-shaped passive radiators to produce more than double the bass output while maintaining a weather-tight seal for ultimate placement flexibility, reliability, and performance.Mon, 07 Jan 2008 06:05:00 -0000/reviews/speakers/architectural/def-tech-aw-seriesOutdoor Speaker ReviewsLoudspeakers