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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.

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.

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?

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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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

After the Trump administration cut funding for PBS, Netflix stepped in to save Sesame Street, bringing new and classic episodes to the streaming platform in November 2025.

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.

The restored Beatles Anthology documentary series premieres November 26 on Disney+. The updated Anthology albums include new Giles Martin mixes and previously unreleased tracks.

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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.

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.”

Legacy Audio is confirmed to be the exclusive sound sponsor for the T.H.E. Film Festival, which will take place as part of the Total HiFi Experience Show in New York, Oct 24-26, 2025.

Back to the Future returns to theaters in Dolby Cinema and IMAX October 31. Universal Pictures will release new 40th Anniversary Blu-rays on Oct 14. Both include over 90 minutes of all-new footage!

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Dirac Live ART is now available on select Denon and Marantz AVRs and processors sharing a key feature discussed in this article. A Dirac Live ART license costs $299 for current Dirac Live and DLBC users.

After more than a decade, Dolby Vision is getting its first major update. Dolby Vision 2 uses “powerful and intelligent technologies” to deliver picture quality enhancements beyond just HDR.

Apollo 13 is coming to IMAX theaters near you. This limited re-release runs from Sept 19-25 to celebrate the film’s 30th anniversary. Apollo 13 has never been shown in its entirety in the IMAX format.

After years of delays, Spotify is finally rolling out lossless audio quality to subscribers of its Premium plan. Lossless audio is offered via FLAC, but it maxes out at 24-bit/44.1kHz. Any caveats?