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Marantz AV 10 15.4CH 8K AV Processor Review! The Marantz AV 10 15.4CH 8K AV Processor excelled in bench & listening tests. With unique bass management & room correction features, it's unmatched at its price. Long-term testing confirms its AV prowess.

McIntosh Launches Next-Generation C55 and C2800 Preamps The next-generation C55 Solid State Preamplifier and C2800 Vacuum Tube Preamplifier from McIntosh promise “an enhanced, connected experience,” while delivering world-class sound.

Anthem AVM 90 15.4CH Preamp Processor Review The AVM 90 8K is the first worthy successor to Anthem's D2v. Objectively and subjectively it's Anthem’s best-sounding preamp processor—EVER. Possibly the apex predator of 15.4CH pre-pros under $8,000.

Denon AVR-X3800H 11.4CH Receiver: The Ultimate Afffordable AV Preamp? The Denon AVR-X3800H has 11CH of processing, HDMI 2.1 full support, 4 independent subwoofer outputs, preamp disconnect and DIRAC upgradability. For only $1,700, could this be the ultimate AV preamp?

Marantz AV 10 & AMP 10 16CH HDMI 2.1 Separates Details Leaked! The new Marantz AV 10 16CH AV Processor and matching AMP 10 amplifier feature DIRAC room correction, 4 independent sub outs, 200watts x 16 Class D amplification and full HDMI 2.1 support on every input.

McIntosh Launches MX180 8K 16CH AV Processor, Two New Brawny Integrated Amps McIntosh is shipping 3 new products; the MX180 a 16CH Atmos/DTS:X Auro 3D AV processor with 8K video support and the MA8950 and MA9500 stereo integrated amps which key audiophile features to drool over!

StormAudio ISP MK2 24CH AV Processor Review The StormAudio ISP MK2 24CH Atmos/DTS:X/Auro 3D AV processor has the most advanced bass management & connectivity features. Our review bench tests and listening impressions reveal why it’s our 2021 POY.

Monoprice Monolith HTP-1 16CH Home Theater Processor Review We reviewed the 16 channel Monoprice Monolith HTP-1 AV Processor to see how it performed. With ALL 3 immersive surround formats supported and a future upgrade path to 8K, is this the processor to beat?

Marantz Announces AV7706 11.2Ch 8K Ultra HD AV Surround Pre-Amplifier Marantz just announced the new AV7706 11.2CH 8K AV Processor armed with the latest immersive surround codecs and HEOS music management system. Read on to see how it improves upon its predecessor.

Yamaha AVENTAGE 5200 Series 11CH Processor/Amplifier Review Yamaha is on their 3rd generation of separates in the Aventage line with their new 11-channel CX-A5200 AV Processor and MX-A5200 amplifier. Read our review to find out if they are a worthy successor.