Home Theater AV News
Audioholics have our eyes and ears on the industry. We always provide you the latest audio or video related product scoop and bring it to you first. Stay glued to this section of the site for up to date product announcements or industry gossip.
Audio Listening Test That Fooled the Hollywood Sapphire Group

Some of the most highly trained audiophiles in the industry were asked to do a blind “A-B” listening comparison test of two audio circuits. Were they able to hear a difference, or were they fooled?
Lenbrook Bought Bankrupt MQA. Now What?

Lenbrook Corp., the parent company to NAD Electronics, PSB Loudspeakers, and Bluesound, has acquired Bankrupt MQA. We speculate if SCL6 technology is the driving force behind the acquisition of MQA.
Is Home Theater As We Knew It – Dead?

Home theater is accessible for almost everyone today and is easier to use and more affordable than ever. But are true home theaters a thing of the past? Read on to find out.
Cambridge Audio’s New ‘Black Edition’ Dac & Streamer

Cambridge Audio released their DacMagic 200M DAC($549) and MXN10 network streamer ($499). The DACMagic comes with Dual ESS ES9028Q2M chips and supports TONS of digital options. Read on.
Perlisten R210s Subwoofer Giveaway & Special Promo for All Registrants!

Enter to Win a THX Ultra Certified Perlisten R210s Subwoofer($4,995 value) & get a free special promo for entering! Perlisten, where luxury meets engineering in audio, and YOU take home the best bass!
GPS Tech Company Garmin Acquires JL Audio ‑ Yacht Rock Lives On!

Garmin has signed a purchase agreement to acquire JL Audio, the maker of some of the world’s best subwoofers. It might seem like a mismatch if you don’t follow JL Audio’s hugely successful offerings.
3 New Monitor Audio Anthra Subwoofers You Can Make Wireless with REL HT‑Air MKII

This 3-strong lineup of Monitor Audio's Anthra subwoofers feature all new drivers, amps, and app control. Make them wireless with REL’s new HT-Air MKII Wireless subwoofer connection kit for only $139!
Primare SPA25 Prisma 11.2CH AV Receiver & Tidal RISING

Today we look at the SPA25 Prisma, an 11 channel high-end AVR with Dirac Live from the Swedish audio manufacturer Primare. We also look at Tidal’s newly revamped artist support program, Tidal Rising.
Bluesound Node X, PSB Alpha iQ, Radical NAD M66 Streaming Preamp

We’re taking a look at 3 promising BluOS streaming products; the Bluesound Node X Streaming amp, PSB Alpha iQ streaming speaker, and the NAD M66 Streaming DAC-Preamplifier with Dirac and 4 sub outs!
PlayStation Adds Atmos and Tidal’s FLAC Woes

Sony’s PlayStation 5 is getting support for Dolby Atmos gaming! Less exciting is the news that Tidal’s adoption of high-res FLAC is turning out to be less of a crowd-pleaser than we first expected.
Audeze MM‑100 & Sennheiser HD 660S2 Two Affordable Open‑Back Headphones!

Audeze MM-100 ($399) planar magnetic headphone and Sennheiser's HD 660S2 headphone($599.95), both are open-back designs with neutral sound signatures aimed at the pro audio and audiophile communities.
Klipsch Reference RP‑1600SW 16" MONSTER Sub Giveaway!

Klipsch Reference RP-1600SW 16" Monster Subwoofer Giveaway! Entry is Free! Shipping is FREE! Enter to WIN this truly monstrous subwoofer before midnight Halloween night, Oct 31st, 2023 11:59PM ET.
Get Streaming with WiiM, NAD, and Cambridge Audio

Looking to add streaming to your existing audio system? The WiiM Pro Plus ($219), NAD CS1 ($349), and Cambridge Audio AXN1($499) and MXN10 ($499) let you choose your preferred form-factor. Read on.
AV Quick Takes: Focal And Naim Continue Their Quest For World Domination

There is a rapid expansion of the Focal Powered by Naim store network which is good news for you. The VerVent Audio group, which owns Focal and Naim, has opened 11 new locations since January 2023!
CEDIA 2023 Expo Show Coverage

CEDIA 2023 was all about bringing consumers the most impressive video demos we've ever seen. From JVC's new FW update on their 8K NZ9 to Sony's awesome QD-LED displays and Hisense 100" mini-LED …
AVPro Global Acquires AudioControl Home Division

AVPro Global, the parent company of AVPro Edge, Murideo, and Bullet Train audio/video distribution products, has acquired the Home Audio division of AudioControl.
BluOS 4.0 Promises Improved Interface, Better Search, Faster Navigation

The BluOS 4.0 control app was announced at CEDIA, promising an improved interface with better search, a more personalized experience, and faster navigation for popular devices from Bluesound, NAD, and PSB.
AV Quick Takes: Sony Acquires Headphone Maker Audeze

Sony is acquiring Audeze, the California company known for making some of the world’s best planar magnetic headphones. Will Sony's newest headphones and earbuds have Audeze tech inside? Read on.
THX Ltd. Announces New HDMI 2.1 48Gbps Interconnect Cables

THX Ltd. announced the release of THX certified Interconnect cables. The Ultra High Speed HDMI 2.1 cables are said to deliver 100% uncompressed 48Gpbs signaling for optimal fidelity and reliability.
AV Quick Takes: Looks Matter in Audio?

Today we look at three existing products that get refreshed with new looks! The KEF LS60 Wireless Lotus Edition, the Bowers & Wilkins Px8 McLaren Edition, and the PSB Alpha iQ streaming speakers.
AV Quick Takes: Dayton Audio’s DTA‑100ST Desktop Amp and BST‑300EX Bass Shaker

Today we'll look at Dayton Audio's DTA-100ST ($135), a compact Bluetooth stereo amplifier, and the BST-300EX ($90), a powerful bass shaker for serious home theater and gaming rigs. Read on.
AV Quick Takes: Severtson’s New Deluxe In‑Ceiling Screens

Can't do a fixed screen? Check out the new in-ceiling motorized projection screens from Severtson. Making their formal debut at CEDIA 2023, these new screens are designed for all kinds of environments.
Marvel Studios MCU: How Bad Writing Defeated Superhero Movies

Disney's Marvel Studios and its MCU are in serious trouble and terrible writing is killing it. The recent WGA writer's and SAG actor's strikes are symptoms of larger problems across Hollywood.
AV Quick Takes: Are Retro Amps The Next Big Thing?

At the 2023 High End audio show in Munich, a new Musical Fidelity A1 made an appearance, looking VERY similar to the 1984 original. Naim launched the NAIT 50, a “remaster” of the NAIT from 1983.
AV Companies That Survived Obsolescence

Here are a couple of our top picks for AV companies that had products that were great at their time but faded away. One company, however, survived and made a comeback. Read on to see if you agree.
AV Quick Takes: Prime Video’s New ‘Dialogue Boost’ Feature

Amazon’s Prime Video streaming service has launched a new accessibility feature called Dialogue Boost. This innovative feature uses artificial intelligence to make dialogue easier to hear. Read on.