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TCL to Take Over Sony Home Entertainment Business
Sony and TCL struck a partnership giving TCL control of developing and selling future Sony audio products, including BRAVIA TVs, through a joint venture with a 51% TCL stake starting in 2027.
NAD NEW Retro‑Styled C 3030 and C 3030S Integrated Amps
NAD expands its Classic Series with the C 3030 and C 3030S integrated amps, pairing retro VU-meter design with 50W amplification, HDMI eARC, and BluOS streaming on the C 3030S.
SVS Launches First‑Ever Soundbar and New 3000 R|Evolution Series Subwoofers at CES 2026
At CES 2026, SVS unveiled new R|Evolution 3000 Series subwoofers with redesigned drivers for deeper bass, alongside its first 3CH soundbar paired with a 12” sub, wireless surrounds, and dual-sub support.
Sigberg Audio New & Improved SBS Generation 2 Active Speaker System
Sigberg Audio released their SBS Generation 2 Active System with new drivers, revised crossover tuning from their MANTA speakers, upgraded amplification and higher output from the same compact form.
GIK Amplitude Acoustic Treatments: Style and Substance?
GIK Acoustics has introduced a new Amplitude line of acoustic treatments. This new line uses patented “recessed plate” technology to improve both looks and performance.
Marantz AV 30 and AMP 30 Reference Home Theater Separates
Marantz unveils AV 30 11.4CH preamp/processor with DIRAC ART and four sub outs plus AMP 30 6-channel amp delivering 200WPC in a compact design—both priced at $4K for premium home theater performance.
Dolby and LG Unveil First Soundbar System Powered by Dolby Atmos FlexConnect
LG’s new Sound Suite is a flexible wireless ecosystem with the H7 soundbar, M7/M5 speakers, and W7 subwoofer. All models mix and match and support Dolby Atmos FlexConnect for flexible placement.
Klipsch Demos New Powered Speakers, Shows Off High‑End Concepts at CES 2026
Klipsch marked its 80th at CES with The Fives II, Sevens II, and Nines II powered speakers. The entire line added Onkyo electronics, Dolby Atmos, Dirac Live, and a range of streaming options.
2025 Audioholics Product of the Year Award Winners
From reference-grade loudspeakers and AV processors to subwoofers and headphones, 2025 delivered standout audio and home theater gear. These are the Audioholics 2025 Product of the Year Award winners.
HiBoost 3.0 Cell Phone Booster Review: Fixes Laggy In‑Car Streaming
In this review of the HiBoost Travel 3.0 cell phone booster on an 85-mile Florida drive, we found it nearly doubled data speeds, improved in-car music streaming, and clear calls in weak signal areas.
Darling: Hollywood’s Hip Hi‑Fi Restaurant
Darling is a new West Hollywood restaurant featuring elevated wood-fired food, craft cocktails, and a Hi-Fi listening lounge that features vintage Tannoy speakers and Accuphase amplification.
DALI New Entry‑Level SONIK Series Loudspeakers Revealed!
DALI’s new SONIK Series loudspeakers span standmount, floorstanding, on-wall, and center models, featuring SMC magnet technology and Clarity Cone drivers, priced from $900 to $4,500 per pair.
Paramount Offers $108 Billion to Tempt Warner Bros. Shareholders Away from Netflix Deal
Days after Netflix revealed an $83B Warner Bros. buy, Paramount issued a $108B hostile bid offer, calling it superior and giving all shareholders until Jan 8, 2026. Both bids face antitrust scrutiny.
Dayton Audio M6 Powered Desktop Loudspeaker Review
Dayton Audio M6 speakers lean into their own choices rather than following the market with a cloned design. How well does their unique spin work for this segment? Read on to find out.
Netflix to Acquire Warner Bros. In $83 Billion Deal
Netflix plans an $82.7B takeover of Warner Bros., gaining HBO Max and major IP like DC and Harry Potter. The deal faces strong concerns all the way from Hollywood to Washington D.C.
Bluesound PULSE CINEMA Atmos & MINI Soundbars – Redefining Home Audio Power & Ease
Bluesound just released the PULSE CINEMA soundbar, a 3.2.2 Dolby Atmos Soundbar for home theaters, and the PULSE CINEMA MINI for bedrooms. Will they be able to compete in a crowded field? Read on.
LG 136‑Inch MAGNIT Active Micro LED TV Promises True Cinematic Immersion
With Active Matrix technology and Dolby Vision, the new 136-Inch LG MAGNIT Active Micro LED display promises true cinematic immersion and stunning 4K visuals. Read on.
PSB Digs Deep w SubSeries BP7 and BP12 Powered Subwoofers
PSB promises deep bass with 2 new SubSeries subwoofers. The BP7 ($1,199) has a pair of 6.5” drivers while the BP12 ($4,199) a pair of 12” carbon-fiber drivers with a 1,000 watts of Purifi amplification.
2025 Audioholics Christmas Buying Guide & Deals!
Our 2025 Christmas Buying Guide highlights the season’s best AV gear deals—from streamers and speakers to top-value receivers—expert-picked to elevate any listening room or home theater.
Denon AVR‑S270BT 5.1CH AV Receiver Breaks Price Barrier on Performance/Value
Denon’s new entry-level AVR-S270BT ($399) is a basic 5.1-channel AV receiver for small spaces and limited budgets. The S270BT offers 70 watts/ch and 4K/60Hz HDMI passthrough.
Arendal Celebrates 10 Years With Gorgeous Limited‑Edition 1528 Towers
Arendal Sound is celebrating its first decade in business with a Limited 10th Anniversary Edition 1528 Tower 8 speaker. These beautiful speakers are finished in real rosewood and satin black.
Integra Introduces All‑New Professional Amplifier Series
Integra launched new Pro amplifiers for custom installations. The 4125DSP, 4500DSP, 8125DSP, and 8500DSP offer various channel counts and power output amounts in 70V or 8-Ohm/4-Ohm configurations.
New Beatles Anthology Docuseries & Albums Reveal Unreleased Footage & Music
The restored Beatles Anthology documentary series premieres November 26 on Disney+. The updated Anthology albums include new Giles Martin mixes and previously unreleased tracks.
Kanto REN Powered Loudspeaker Review
In our review of the Kanto Ren powered speakers, we put their $700 price tag to the test. With rich sound, wide imaging, and HDMI ARC, are they the best option for TV and audiophile listening needs?
Win a FREE Pair of Arendal Sound 1961 Tower Speakers ($2k value)!
Kick off the holidays with a FREE Audioholics giveaway! Win 1961 Tower Speakers ($2,000/pair) from Norway’s audio masters. Free entry & shipping—no purchase needed! Enter by Nov 31st, 2025!
Sonus faber Il Cremonese Ex3me – Automobili Lamborghini Edition
Sonus faber and Lamborghini teamed up again, this time to create the $130K Il Cremonese Ex3me – Automobili Lamborghini Edition loudspeakers. The line is limited to just 50 pairs, so get yours now!
Audio Formats Compared: WAV, AIFF, MP3, FLAC & When to Use Them
Learn how to choose the right audio format with LANDR—WAV, AIFF, FLAC, MP3, even Dolby Atmos—to keep your mix sounding pro from studio to stream. Don’t let file formats ruin your sound!
New ARCAM Radia+ Improved Integrated Amps Get HDMI, aptX Lossless Bluetooth
ARCAM has updated its popular Radia series of integrated amps. The new A5+, A15+, and A25+ bring upgraded circuitry, next-gen Bluetooth, and new features like HDMI eARC and audio improvements.
Premium Subwoofers From UK Brand MJ Acoustics Now Available In The USA
UK subwoofer manufacturer MJ Acoustics has partnered with Playback Distribution to bring its subwoofer products stateside. MJ Acoustics focuses on HiFi performance in addition to home theater power.
MartinLogan Revamped Grotto Line Digs Deep with 1kW 12" & 15" Subwoofers
MartinLogan revamps the Grotto line with new 12" and 15" subwoofers, each powered by 1kW amps and dual passive radiators for deeper, more powerful bass than ever before.
Denon, Marantz, and Classé Announce A New Era ‘Powered by HEOS’
The wireless music platform HEOS is launching a new brand identity and a refreshed app. Compatible products from partner brands Denon, Marantz, and Classé will now be labeled as “Powered by HEOS.”