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.

Despite Bankruptcy Onkyo, Pioneer, Elite AV Drives On!
Onkyo declares bankruptcy after years of financial troubles. But Onkyo Audio-Video, Integra, Pioneer and Elite will continue on as part of the Premium Audio Co, owner of Klipsch, HECO and others.

Are You Tired of Subscription Model Content Yet?
For the A/V enthusiast there are so many ways to benefit from subscription-based streaming services. Read on to find out the benefits and problems of a subscription based entertainment industry.

Exactly Why YOU Are So Important To The Audio Video Business
Sometimes the only way to get hands on knowledge of a home theater product is to go to your audiophile friend's house to try it out. YOU are the audio influencer without even having to go on social media!

Mercedes To Add Dolby Atmos to Top-Spec Cars in 2022
Mercedes-Benz has announced that, starting next year, cars equipped with both its new MBUX infotainment system and a high-end Burmester sound system will be getting Dolby Atmos 31-speaker integration.

Radical Idea for Specialty AV Retailer to Win Loyal Customers
Superior customer service simply never goes out of style. Specialty AV retailers need to rethink how they service their customers to create repeat business and loyalty with this radical idea.

Denon AVR-X3700H 9.2CH AV-Receiver Giveaway - Last Chance to ENTER!
Audioholics and Audio Advice is back with our Spring Giveaway for 2022! The prize is a brand NEW Denon AVRX3700H 9.2 channel 8K AV receiver.

Best Loudspeakers of AXPONA 2022 Show Report
AXPONA 2022 is back and we covered the most interesting audiophile loudspeakers and electronics we saw at the show. Read our impressions of the best audio products we listened to at the show!

Why Won’t Audiophiles Add A HDTV To Their System?
Why are dedicated 2 channel fans hesitant to embrace adding a display when television content is better than the movies and creatively more important than today’s popular music? Read on to find out.

Dolby Partners with Cinemo to Get Atmos into More New Cars
Dolby has teamed up with Cinemo, a leading provider of automotive infotainment middleware, to accelerate the integration of Dolby Atmos into vehicles set to drive a revolution for in-car entertainment.

How To Get The Most From Listening At An Audiophile Show
Going to a brick & mortar audio stores is becoming more difficult every year. This is why demoing at audio trade shows is so important. You may even get a deal on showstock to take home with you.

6 Audio Products That Might Be the Wave of the Future
Looking for a gift for the hard to buy for Audioholic? Today we will look at 6 over the top new weird and wacky audio inventions that may just be the wave of the future.

Abandon Just In Time Manufacturing to Save Audio Industry?
Much of the best audiophile gear is made right here in the USA, but the internal parts are not. How do companies deal with shortages and how do these shortages affect us? Read on to find out.

Focal Naim Releases 10th Anniversary System Bundled Deal for Savings
To celebrate 10 years, Focal and Naim released a $48,000, 10th Anniversary Edition system that includes the Sopra N°2 speakers, an array of Naim electronics, and everything you need to set it up.

Audyssey Unveils New Individually Calibrated Microphones for Use with MultEQ-X
Audyssey just unveiled individually calibrated microphones for use with their new PC based MultEQ-X software. This is a must have for best calibration results. See why.

Possible War In Taiwan Might Inspire AV Enthusiasts To Buy Gear Now
On the fence about buying new AV gear? With tensions rising all around the world, now may be the BEST time to invest in new technology for your home theater system. Find out why in our editorial.

How Many Movies Do You Watch More Than Five Times?
How many movies can you honestly say you’d watch more than 5 times? The answer may radically change how to store and consume the media. Is it time to dump the silver disc collection and embrace streaming?

What Are You Really Paying For With Audiophile Gear?
What are we really buying for namebrand audiophile gear? Not all AV components are equal. some differences are huge. Check out our article to see what you are REALLY paying for.

HECO 5.1 Speaker System Giveaway, $2,495 Value! - Last Chance to WIN!
We've partnered with Audio Advice for a HECO 5.1 Speaker System Giveaway ($2,495 Value), running through March 31st 2022. Remember, You gotta be in it to WIN it! This is your last chance. Good luck!

What Happens When the Value of an AV Product Resets Radically?
Many audiophiles indulge in antiquated AV gear that can be rivaled in performance and features today. Can the enthusiasts accept that, or will the lure of “the way it always has been” be too tempting?

Sound United Sold to Medical Supplier & What the Future May Hold
Sound United and its audio brands have been sold to medical tech firm, Masimo Corp. But what does the future hold for brands like Denon, Marantz, Bowers & Wilkins?

How Art Can Teach The Stagnant World Of Audio A Lesson About The Future
Is the high end audiophile world dying while other tech savvy industries are moving ahead? In this editorial we are challenging audiophiles to think differently about what comes next for the hobby.

Dolby Survey: GenZ Could Save Music Sound Quality!
Dolby Labs revealed a OnePoll survey of American adults who listen to 1 hour of music each day showed increased demand for good sound quality from music, especially from GenZ. Good news for Spatial Audio?

Audiophilia Is A Messy Hobby- How Build It And They Will Come Doesn’t Work In AV Retail
The audiophilia business done right might not be that luxury oriented despite the hobby’s alternate name of high-end audio. Does the luxuriousness of the store dictate the traffic and clientele?

Stereo Gear in the 1970’s Was it The Audiophile Golden Age?
Stereo gear has changed A LOT in the last 50 years, but some people would still say there was never a better time for sound than in the 1970's. Come join us on a look at what the 70's had to offer.

Should Every Home Theater Purchase Be a Big-Ticket Sale?
In our editorial on risk vs reward of home theater sales in the AV Specialty market we look at what goes into getting return clients which one day may get you that million dollar sale.

Chip Shortages and Pricing Considerations in the AV Industry
The IC chip shortage is wreaking havoc on many electronics products, but does this chip shortage threaten the health and viability of the specialty audio and home theater market? Read on to find out.