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Onkyo Readies Icon Series Electronics and Creator Series Powered Speakers

Onkyo is staging a two-channel comeback in 2025. The Icon Series of HiFi electronics includes the Icon P-80 Network Preamplifier, Icon M-80 Power Amplifier, and Icon A-50 Network Integrated Amplifier.
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.
Audio Cu Replaces AVR and Speaker Cables for Dolby Atmos Certified Sound

AUDIO Cu is trying to revolutionized home theater audio by using power line technology to deliver high-resolution Dolby Atmos sound, eliminating the need for complicated wiring setups or even AVR's!
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!
Walmart Buys Vizio

Walmart’s acquisition of Vizio is now complete. Walmart’s plans for Vizio include leveraging Vizio’s SmartCast Operating System to help expand Walmart’s retail media business.
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.
Sonos CEO Patrick Spence Steps Down

Sonos CEO Patrick Spence has left the company after 8 years at the helm. After last year’s disastrous app rollout, the Board of Directors is looking for new leadership for the company.
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.
New Partnership To Make Dirac Live Integration Easier For Audio Manufacturers

A new partnership integrates Dirac Live room correction into the Peerless Flow DSP platform, enabling home and pro audio companies to integrate Dirac Live seamlessly and efficiently.
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.
HDMI 2.2 — Everything We Know So Far

The HDMI Forum held a press conference at CES 2025 to announce the new HDMI 2.2 specification that supports 96Gbps of bandwidth to enable a wide range of higher resolutions and refresh rates.
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.
Samsung & Google Unveil Eclipsa: A New Royalty Free Immersive Surround Audio Format!

Eclipsa Audio, a new immersive format developed by Samsung & Google, will be supported by Samsung’s 2025 TVs and Soundbars. Unlike Atmos, Eclipsa Audio is open-source & royalty-free. Should Dolby worry?
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.
Denon Joins Audio Foundry, Debuts Dirac‑Enabled Automotive Sound System

Denon has joined the Audio Foundry, an automotive audio technology collaborative. The system uses Dirac to optimize its 22 speakers inside a Tesla Model Y at CES 2025. Read on to learn more.
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.
LG Exits Blu‑ray Business, Sells LCD Factory

LG pulled the plug on Blu-ray player manufacturing and will sell the existing inventory of its UHD players. The announcement comes just months after they said they are selling their LCD panel factory.
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?
Can Sonos Regain Customer Trust After App Fiasco?

After a failed app update Sonos CEO Patrick Spence is committed to regaining customer trust after the misstep from the company. Spence has laid out a plan to get Sonos back on track, but is it enough?
Focal Aria Evo X No.4 Loudspeaker Review

We reviewed the Focal Aria Evo X No.4 ($6k/pair) 3-way floorstanding speaker with dual 8" flax bass drivers, a 6.5" midrange, and 1” aluminum-magnesium tweeter to see if its performance matched its looks.
Yamaha NS‑800A Loudspeaker Giveaway! ($4,799.90 Value)

Register FREE to win a pair of Yamaha NS-800A Loudspeakers! ($4,799.90 Value). Yamaha's high-performance bookshelf loudspeakers w/ high-gloss black piano finish could be yours absolutely FREE!
Bowers & Wilkins Pi8 & Pi6 Wireless IEM Review & Comparison

Bowers & Wilkins’ new true wireless earbuds, the affordable Pi6 and flagship Pi8, feature hi-res Bluetooth and active noise cancelling. Discover which offers the best sound in this comparison review.
Onkyo Reimagined: The Japanese Brand Prepares For A New Chapter

Under Premium Audio Company, Onkyo will be reborn in 2025, featuring a new Japan R&D; facility and ambitious plans for premium, upscale audio products.
Klipsch And Devon Turnbull Launch Limited‑Edition kO‑R1 Speakers

Klipsch teamed up with Ojas to design a limited-edition loudspeaker, the Klipsch + Ojas kO-R1. At $8,498/pr it is a 2-way speaker with a 12" woofer and a Turnbull horn for the highs.
RBH S‑12HPS Powered Subwoofer New Year Giveaway! ($1,599 Value)

Kick off the New Year with a bang! Enter to WIN an RBH Sound S-12HPS 12-inch, 800-watt powered subwoofer (MSRP: $1,599) sponsored by our channel partner Dreamedia by January 31, 2025!
Marantz Readies Horizon and Grand Horizon High‑End Wireless Speakers

Marantz released information on their Horizon $3,500ea and Grand Horizon $5,500ea single-unit, multi-driver speakers. Both come with high-end finishes, custom GaN FET amplification, and built-in subs.
HDMI 2.2 New Standard Promises Higher Bandwidth?

HDMI 2.2 will be announced before CES 2025, possibly featuring 80 Gbps bandwidth and a new cable. The HDMI Forum's press conference is set for January 6th, a day before CES begins.
Aretai Contra 100S Bookshelf Speaker Review

We reviewed the Aretai Contra 100S, a 2.5-way bookshelf speaker featuring dual 6” midbass drivers and a 1.75” ring radiator tweeter housed in a custom-built waveguide horn positioned atop this unique speaker.
Parent Company PML of Paradigm, MartinLogan Buys GoldenEar From Audioquest

PML Sound International, parent of Paradigm, Anthem, and MartinLogan, acquired GoldenEar from The Quest Group. Will engineering-focused leadership unlock GoldenEar's full potential post-AudioQuest?
NAD M10 V3 Streaming BluOs Amplifier ‑ Best Audiophile Meets Modern Audio Product?

The NAD M10 V3 Streaming BluOs amplifier ($2,500) sports the ESS9030 DAC, Dirac Live Bass Control, and HybridDigital nCore Class D amplification. Best audiophile meets modern audio product on the market?
2024 Audioholics Product of the Year Award Winners!

The Audioholics 2024 Product of the Year Awards feature top-reviewed gear, including Yamaha, Onkyo receivers, RSL, HSU subwoofers, audiophile loudspeakers from the USA, Norway, and potent desktop monitors.