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Hulu Begins Its Password Crackdown

— April 22, 2024 02:00

Hulu Begins Its Password Crackdown

As of March 14th, 2024, Hulu has banned the sharing of account login information to friends and family outside the account-holder’s household. Rule breakers risk having their accounts suspended!

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Naim Classic and Sennheiser Conversation

— April 18, 2023 00:00

Naim Classic and Sennheiser Conversation

This “AV Quick Takes” series looks at the New Classic range of electronics from Naim Audio and the Sennheiser Conversation Clear Plus true wireless earbuds.

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Pioneer Elite VSX‑LX805 11.2CH AV Receiver ‑ Poor Man's Integra?

— April 10, 2023 22:20

 Pioneer Elite VSX-LX805 11.2CH AV Receiver - Poor Man's Integra?

The Pioneer Elite VSX-LX805 11.2CH AV Receiver packs in most of the features of its Integra counterpart but at $200 less. Audiophile grade DACs, Dirac Live, and 150 watts/ch make this the receiver to beat?

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AV Quick Takes: The Klipsch McLaren Legends Series

— April 07, 2023 00:35

AV Quick Takes: The Klipsch McLaren Legends Series

In this week's “AV Quick Takes” we look at the new Klipsch McLaren Legends Series loudspeakers designed in partnership with McLaren Racing, featuring the $8K MCL-905- a 2 way pro cinema speaker.

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AV Quick Takes: The Labrador Retriever Robot ‘Butler’ and Apple HomePod 2

— March 31, 2023 00:05

AV Quick Takes: The Labrador Retriever Robot ‘Butler’ and Apple HomePod 2

This “AV Quick Takes” series offers a brief look at what’s new, cool, and/or interesting in the AV world. Today we look at an Amazon-backed assisted-living robot and the Apple HomePod 2.

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AV Quick Takes: Apple Music Sing and the Sonos/IKEA Speaker Floor Lamp

— March 23, 2023 00:00

AV Quick Takes: Apple Music Sing and the Sonos/IKEA Speaker Floor Lamp

This “AV Quick Takes” looks at the Apple Music Sing karaoke feature, and a new Sonos/IKEA floor lamp with a built-in wireless speaker.

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AV Quick Takes: Deep Bass Makes The Booty Shake

— March 17, 2023 00:00

AV Quick Takes: Deep Bass Makes The Booty Shake

This is a brief look at a scientific study analyzing the relationship between bass and dancing at live concerts. People danced 11.8% more when the very-low-frequency bass was present. Read on.

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AV Quick Takes: LG’s Invisible Car Speakers and Daryl Hannah’s Butt

— March 10, 2023 00:30

AV Quick Takes: LG’s Invisible Car Speakers and Daryl Hannah’s Butt

This “AV Quick Takes” series offers a brief look at what’s new, cool, and/or interesting in the AV world. Today we look at LG’s “invisible” car speakers, and Daryl Hannah’s butt from the movie Splash.

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AV Quick Takes: Pricey New Headphones from Audio‑Technica and a Gaming Headset from Audeze

— March 02, 2023 00:30

AV Quick Takes: Pricey New Headphones from Audio-Technica and a Gaming Headset from Audeze

This “AV Quick Takes” series we take a quick look at some gorgeous high-end headphones from Audio-Technica and a gaming headphones with Dolby Atmos support from Audeze. Read on to learn more.

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AV Quick Takes: Monolith MTM‑100 Powered Speakers & ‘Matter’ Smart Home Standard

— January 29, 2023 00:30

AV Quick Takes: Monolith MTM-100 Powered Speakers & ‘Matter’ Smart Home Standard

This “AV Quick Takes” series offers a brief look at a new $499 pair of Monolith MTM-100 powered speakers from Monoprice, and a new open source smart home standard called Matter. Read on to learn more.

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RIP Roger B. Hassing of RBH Sound 1946‑2023

— January 24, 2023 00:30

RIP Roger B. Hassing of RBH Sound 1946-2023

Roger Hassing, founder and original owner of RBH Sound, passed away peacefully on 1/22/23 in Layton Utah. Roger considered RBH Sound a family operated business and was passionate about making great products.

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ONKYO TX‑RZ50 9.2 AV Receiver New Year 2023 Giveaway!

— January 01, 2023 12:25

ONKYO TX-RZ50 9.2 AV Receiver New Year 2023 Giveaway!

Enter our random draw FREE for a chance to WIN! From Onkyo's Flagship RZ-Series its the TX-RZ50 9.2-Ch AVR With: 8K/Ultra-HD, Dolby Atmos & DTS:X. Draw is brought to you by Audioholics & Audio Advice!

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Arendal Sound 1961 International Loudspeaker Giveaway & LiveStream

— December 06, 2022 00:10

Arendal Sound 1961 International Loudspeaker Giveaway & LiveStream

Arendal Sound 1961 international loudspeaker giveaway! Enter by Dec 13, 2022 to win a pair of speakers to make your holiday season a little brighter. Winner announced on the Audioholics LiveStream.

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Paradigm Monitor SE 8000F Tower Loudspeakers Giveaway

— December 01, 2022 00:10

Paradigm Monitor SE 8000F Tower Loudspeakers Giveaway

Audioholics and Paradigm presents: "We Review 'em, You Win 'em" Giveaway! One pair of Paradigm Monitor SE 8000F floorstanding loudspeakers are on offer in our Sweepstakes! Enter to WIN by 12/31/22.

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AV Quick Takes: Polk, Porsche, and George Harrison

— November 28, 2022 23:45

AV Quick Takes: Polk, Porsche, and George Harrison

Today's "AV Quick Take” looks at a limited-edition speaker from Polk Reserve series, a soundbar for Porsche fans, and the 20th anniversary of “Concert for George” from the beloved Beatles.

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AV Quick Takes: McIntosh, Mitchell Speakers, and Acoustic Levitation

— November 17, 2022 00:45

AV Quick Takes: McIntosh, Mitchell Speakers, and Acoustic Levitation

In Today's audio quick take, we look at a new high performance Class D amplifier from McIntosh, a new UK speaker brand Mitchell Acoustics coming to the US, and advances in acoustic levitation.

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AV Quick Takes: TCL, KEF, and… Cow Dung?

— November 04, 2022 00:20

AV Quick Takes: TCL, KEF, and… Cow Dung?

“AV Quick Takes” offers a brief look at what’s new, cool, and interesting in the AV world. Today we look at new TVs from TCL, noise-cancelling headphones from KEF, and speakers made from poop!

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Arendal 1961 Tower Speaker Giveaway! ($1,699 Value): Enter by Nov 15!

— November 02, 2022 00:35

Arendal 1961 Tower Speaker Giveaway! ($1,699 Value): Enter by Nov 15!

Arendal is giving away a pair of a pair of 1961 Tower Loudspeakers! Winner of the random draw to be announced LIVE on Audioholics' YouTube presentation: "Product Design" November 15th, 2022.

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Dirac Launches ‘Intelligent Audio Platform’ for Cars, Introduces New Upmixing Technology

— May 24, 2022 00:30

Dirac Launches ‘Intelligent Audio Platform’ for Cars, Introduces New Upmixing Technology

Dirac launched a software-based Intelligent Audio Platform designed to help car manufacturers upmix ordinary stereo content into surround mixes in real time. Will this rival Dolby and DTS for car audio?

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Despite Bankruptcy Onkyo, Pioneer, Elite AV Drives On!

— May 16, 2022 00:30

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.

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Mercedes To Add Dolby Atmos to Top‑Spec Cars in 2022

— May 11, 2022 00:30

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.

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Denon AVR‑X3700H 9.2CH AV‑Receiver Giveaway ‑ Last Chance to ENTER!

— April 30, 2022 00:30

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.

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Dolby Partners with Cinemo to Get Atmos into More New Cars

— April 18, 2022 01:20

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.

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Audyssey Unveils New Individually Calibrated Microphones for Use with MultEQ‑X

— March 16, 2022 15:00

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.

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HECO 5.1 Speaker System Giveaway, $2,495 Value! ‑ Last Chance to WIN!

— March 01, 2022 23:00

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!

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Audi’s Q4 e‑tron Electric SUV Features The First Sonos Car Audio System

— October 08, 2021 11:45

Audi’s Q4 e-tron Electric SUV Features The First Sonos Car Audio System

Arriving in the US this Fall, Audi’s compact Q4 e-tron electric SUV (~$50,000) will offer the world’s first Sonos-branded automotive audio system. Is it worthy of the SONOS name? Read on to find out.

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The Lucid Air Electric Car Takes Dolby Atmos On The Road

— September 20, 2021 00:50

The Lucid Air Electric Car Takes Dolby Atmos On The Road

Launching later this year, the Lucid Air is a luxury electric car with the world’s first automotive Dolby Atmos sound system which will also be integrated into the car's safety features. Read on.

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PSB Aims to Customize Sound with Audio Personalization Company Audiodo

— January 05, 2021 13:00

PSB Aims to Customize Sound with Audio Personalization Company Audiodo

Paul Barton is teaming up with Swedish company Audiodo to develop PSB’s next generation of headphones.The tech uses a series of questions to create a personal hearing profile for each user.

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Klipsch Teams Up With Dirac To Develop Next‑Gen Headphones

— January 03, 2021 00:00

Klipsch Teams Up With Dirac To Develop Next-Gen Headphones

Klipsch has joined forces with the DSP wizards at Dirac to create new headphone products. The first headphone to benefit from this collaboration is expected to be a wireless in-ear design. Read on.