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Hi‑Fi Hotels: The Audiophile Vacation Destination

Could Hi-Fi Hotels be the next trend? We look at the Central Station Hotel in Memphis, Tennessee and the hotel Il Sereno Lago Di Como in Italy to see their audiophile-quality systems for hi-fi listen.
Clear Channel Radio Launches Rollout of Digital HD Radio

Clear Channel Communications Inc. (NYSE:CCU) Clear Channel Radio today announced an Advanced Technology Initiative to identify, develop and deploy technologies and products that improve the quality …
Tripath's Class‑T TA2022 Digital Amplifier to Power Denon DSW‑55XG Subwoofer

Tripath Technology Inc., creators of Digital Power Processing (DPP®) technology and Class-T® advanced 1-bit digital audio amplifiers, announced today that its TA2022, Class-T® audio amplifier has …
DTS Entertainment Takes Electronica Into Surround With The Crystal Method

DTS (Digital Theater Systems, Inc.) (Nasdaq:DTSI) entertainment label, DTS Entertainment (DTSE) announces that it will releasethe DTS-ES surround sound mix of The Crystal Method's Legion Of Boom on …
Integra DPC‑8.5 Universal 6‑Disc DVD Changer for Custom Installers

Integra has introduced the DPC-8.5 six disc DVD changer/player, which is compatible with nearly every disc format in use today, including DVD-Audio and multichannel SACD. The player features a broad …
THX Expands Its Executive Team

THX Ltd., the leading provider of technologies, certification programs and quality assurance standards for the entertainment industry, today announced the appointment of three technology and digital …
New SLAPPA Hardbody 360 PRO CD Storage Case

The new 360 PRO case broadens the SLAPPA CD storage line by introducing their largest capacity CD storage case to date. Targeted to serious disc collectors and DJ's, the development of the 360 case …
Parasound Zamp v3 Upgraded

Parasound has introduced a more powerful version of its ultra-compact Zamp zone amplifier, for use in custom installations and compact audio systems. The new Parasound Zamp v.3 is a stereo power …
Nero Digital MPEG‑4 Compression Announced with AAC Audio Encoding

Nero Digital is the next generation in MPEG-4 compatible compression technology - with premium quality video coding algorithms and full High Efficiency AAC audio. Realize audio and video in DVD …
Brillian Launches New 65‑inch LCoS HDTV Monitor

In a move to ensure early market input is incorporated into its 720p HDTV product design, Brillian Corporation (Nasdaq: BRLC - News ) has signed on a limited number of high-end, Phoenix …
Lexicon Launches Flagship RV‑8 A/V Receiver

Lexicon, Inc., a Harman International company (NYSE: HAR), announces the introduction of the RV-8 Receiver, an eight-channel audio/video control center with independent zone monitoring that provides …
Movie Industry and Tech Companies Unite to Develop New Consumer Entertainment Experiences

IBM, Intel Corporation, Microsoft, Panasonic (Matsushita Electric), Sony, Toshiba, The Walt Disney Company, and Warner Bros. Studios today announced the formation of Advanced Access Content System …
Denon CEDIA 2004 New Products ‑ Receivers, DVD Players, More

Denon Electronics, a world leader in high-performance home theater products, today unveiled a broad range of advanced audio/video components that combine some of today's most innovative technologies …
New Denon DVD Players Lineup: DVD‑3910, DVD‑1910, DVD‑2910

Denon Electronics, a world leader in high-performance audio/video components, today unveiled a new line of advanced DVD players for 2004. The company's new players include two "universal" models …
New Denon Receivers ‑ AVR‑2105, AVR‑5805, AVR‑2805, AVR‑1905, and AVR‑1705

Denon Electronics, one of the world's premier manufacturers of high-quality home theater receivers, is leading the way in the era of great home theater surround sound with a completely revamped line …
Canton Releases CD 300 Series Flat Panel Loudspeakers

Canton has introduced the first of a new line of slender, high performance aluminum loudspeakers designed to sonically and visually compliment modern flat-screen video displays. The Canton CD 300 …
Syntax Groups Reveals Olevia 20" LCD TV for under $700

Responding to a growing demand from consumers who desire a truly affordable digital television experience without sacrificing product quality or features, Syntax Groups Corporation*, an emerging …
Mordaunt‑Short Genie Loudspeakers Preview

Genie™ is a revolution in Home Theater. With nearly four decades' expertise producing outstanding, award-winning loudspeakers, Genie combines Mordaunt-Short's passion for sound reproduction with a …
ReplayTV Rebate Announced for 5500 Series DVRs

ReplayTV®, the inventor and creator of personal television, today announced a consumer rebate program for its award-winning 5500 Series Digital Video Recorders, the industry's broadest range of …
Runco Debuts Video Xtreme VX‑2c DLP Projection System

Runco International, the world leader in high-end home theater video display technology, steps into the future once again with the introduction of the Video Xtreme™ VX-2c Projection System . This …
Panasonic Sponsors Consumer HDTV Upgrades for Cable Viewers

Panasonic has announced a consumer promotional program to encourage consumers to take the next step in home entertainment and upgrade to high-definition digital TV. Just in time for the 2004 Summer …
Sony Vaio Pocket Digital Music Player Competes with iPod

Offering a bright new window on your favorite tunes, Sony's VAIO® Pocket hard drive digital music player, announced today, features a 2.2-inch color LCD display so you can display full-color photos …
Onkyo DV‑CP802 Universal DVD/SACD Changer Shipping

Onkyo has introduced the DV-CP802, a six disc progressive scan DVD changer that is compatible with nearly every disc format in use today, including DVD-Audio and multichannel SACD high-resolution …
Axion Launches World’s Smallest Handheld Rechargeable TFT LCD TV

The AXION branded ACN-5327 (MSRP $149) is a 2.5" TFT LCD handheld TV features built-in rechargeable circuitry, and includes four Nickel Metal Hydride (NiMH) rechargeable batteries with an AC …
2004 Sales of Consumer Electronics to Set New Record

Manufacturer-to-dealer sales of consumer electronics products will total a record $101 billion in 2004 - a five percent increase over 2003 - according to figures released today by the Consumer …
2006 CES Expands to Sands Convention Center

In an effort to improve logistics and meet the demand for exhibit booth space, the International CES, the world's largest annual tradeshow for consumer technology, has contracted with the Sands …
Any Music Inc Established to Offer Music Distribution Direct to Audio Equipment

On February 1, 2004 eight companies (Kenwood Corp., Sharp Corp., Sony Corp., Pioneer Corp., Onkyo Corp., D & M Holdings Inc., Victor Company of Japan, Ltd. (JVC), and Yamaha Corp.) agreed on a joint …
Canton Ergo Line Gets 8 New Models, Upgraded Crossovers

Canton has introduced eight new loudspeakers in its premium Ergo line, including a new powered subwoofer and seven full-range models featuring new crossover technology for a remarkable refinement in …
Canton Polishes Karat L‑Class with New Bookshelf and Center Channel Monitors

Canton has introduced two new full-range speakers in its Karat L-Class, the Karat L 100 two-way bookshelf monitor, and the 2-1/2 way CL 400 center channel. These models are the largest bookshelf and …