What happens when a $7B company builds a state-of-the-art loudspeaker system? JL Audio Primacy aims to redefine luxury audio with T6 towers, S3 standmount active speakers, and Centerpiece DAC/preamp.
Peacock is the first streamer to support Dolby Vision 2 and the AC-4 codec for Atmos for live sports. But so far, only TCL and Hisense will support it. Do these features matter?
RBH Sound marks its 50th anniversary with 3 new loudspeakers: the Obelisk slim tower with planar midrange, the Voce Fina Mk II standmount, and the Nemesis Mk II dual 12” subwoofer with ultra-deep bass.
Paramount-Skydance to merge with Warner Bros. Discovery as Netflix walks away. HBO Max on Paramount+ could give Netflix serious competition in a media landscape dominated by YouTube.
The Rotel DX-5 is small enough for a desktop, but offers more power than you might expect. It boasts great design and build quality, and high-quality Class AB power.
Maximum AV partnered with us for a 4-room demo featuring Trinnov processors and RBH speakers, immersive Atmos, active bass towers, a custom high-output soundbar, and modular speakers that defy their size.
Revel Performa4 speakers deliver trickle-down tech with ceramic drivers and advanced waveguides, offering wider sweet spots, lower distortion, and reference-level sound at a more accessible price.
Steven Wilson launched a new online platform for downloading hi-res Stereo, 5.1, and Dolby Atmos versions of his work. “Headphone Dust” offers downloads using the MKV format.
Cambridge Audio debuts its first active speakers. The L/R Series include the L/R X and L/R M that feature StreamMagic Gen 4, a new tweeter, and a down-firing woofer. The L/R S is Bluetooth-only.
Barco, the Belgium-based display tech company, is to acquire VerVent Audio Holding that owns Focal and Naim. The €135 million deal adds two legacy audio companies to Barco's portfolio.
We evaluated the Trinnov Amplitude16 (200W x16) to see how it compares against the Marantz AMP 10 and StormAudio PA16. Bench tests showcase its low noise & distortion, and up to 4× rated power when bridged.
After a months-long bidding battle, Paramount emerges victorious with a deal to buy Warner Bros/Discovery for $110 billion. Will Paramount be able to compete with Netflix and Disney for your money?
Denon expands its HEOS ecosystem with the Home 200, 400, and 600 wireless speakers and the Bluetooth-enabled DP-500BT turntable blending modern wireless convenience with classic analog vinyl playback.
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JBL’s new L100 Classic 80 is a limited edition of the iconic speaker. Designed to celebrate JBL’s 80th anniversary, the new speaker features luxury retro styling and modern JBL acoustic performance.
MTV 24-hour music channels shutdown bringing nostalgia for the music videos and a golden age when Michael Jackson was King of Pop. But MTV worked for the record labels, not music fans.
Focal Diva Utopia Active Speakers deliver audiophile sound in a fully active wireless tower with Naim amplification, UWB connectivity, and ADAPT room EQ—making this $40K all-in-one system a game-changer.
Brooklyn artist and audio engineer Devon Turnbull debuts “HiFi Pursuit Listening Room Dream No. 3” at NYC’s Cooper Hewitt, featuring music played through a massive custom-built audio system.
Klipsch updates desktop systems with the $380 ProMedia Lumina. It's a 2.1 setup with hornloaded satellites, a slim 6.5-inch sub, customizable LEDs, a 6-band EQ, and iOS, Android, and PC app control.
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.
JBL’s flagship 4369 Studio Monitor boasts a new 15″ woofer, HDI horn design, and advanced crossover for stunning clarity and power — a $23K audiophile floorstander. Is it a new benchmark?
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.
Bang & Olufsen celebrates its 100th anniversary with the Beolab 90 Titan Edition loudspeakers—an all-metal, 18-driver, 8,200W powerhouse priced at a whopping $211K per pair. But are they worth it?
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.
Arendal Sound’s 1610 Bookshelf 8 is a 3-way standmount speaker aiming to capture the sonic character of the flagship 1528 series at a lower price. Our listening tests and measurements reveal the truth.
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.
Arendal’s 1610 Series brings 1528-level engineering—time-aligned baffles, waveguides, carbon mids, and serious cabinets—into a more manageable, music-first loudspeaker built for real rooms.
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.