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Kaleidescape Strato V Movie Player Delivers 4K Dolby Vision for Under $4k
![Kaleidescape Strato V Movie Player Delivers 4K Dolby Vision for Under $4k Kaleidescape Strato V Movie Player Delivers 4K Dolby Vision for Under $4k](/static/ph.png)
At $3,995, the NEW Kaleidescape Strato V movie player lowers the cost of entry into the Kaleidescape ecosystem, and incorporates Dolby Vision and Lossless audio on Kaleidescape downloads.
WiiM ‘Ultra’ Streamer & WiiM Amp Pro Offer Class Leading Performance/Price
![WiiM ‘Ultra’ Streamer & WiiM Amp Pro Offer Class Leading Performance/Price WiiM ‘Ultra’ Streamer & WiiM Amp Pro Offer Class Leading Performance/Price](/static/ph.png)
The WiiM Ultra ($329) is a flagship streamer with a touch-screen. The WiiM Amp Pro ($369) is an upgraded all-in-one streaming amp. Both feature the ES9038 Q2M Sabre DAC chip and built-in room correction.
PSB’s M4U TWM True Wireless Micro Planar Earphones
![PSB’s M4U TWM True Wireless Micro Planar Earphones PSB’s M4U TWM True Wireless Micro Planar Earphones](/static/ph.png)
PSB’s M4U TWM True Wireless Micro Planar Earphones ($199) combine advanced Magneto-Static technology with a Hybrid Planar dual-driver design, and they customize the sound to your hearing.
Arendal 1723 Tower THX Loudspeaker Review
![Arendal 1723 Tower THX Loudspeaker Review Arendal 1723 Tower THX Loudspeaker Review](/static/ph.png)
Arendal Sound's flagship 1723 tower speaker comes with an impressive array of four 8" woofers and a tweeter nested in a large metal waveguide. It is THX Ultra certified and looks it. Read on.
RBH Sound 21‑SF/R 4kWatt 21" Subwoofer Review!
![RBH Sound 21-SF/R 4kWatt 21" Subwoofer Review! RBH Sound 21-SF/R 4kWatt 21" Subwoofer Review!](/static/ph.png)
RBH Sound’s 21-SF/R 371 lb monster subwoofer uses a 21” carbon fiber driver powered by a 4 kW amplifier. This sub broke our Bassaholics ratings barrier & provided an unrivaled musical & movie experience.
Integra & Onkyo New Network Class G Stereo Receivers for 2024
![Integra & Onkyo New Network Class G Stereo Receivers for 2024 Integra & Onkyo New Network Class G Stereo Receivers for 2024](/static/ph.png)
The new Onkyo TX-8470 and Integra DTM-7.4 stereo network receivers feature 8K HDMI connectivity, 110 watts/ch Class G amplification for high power & efficiency, and essential custom integration features.
Sony Bravia Theater Quad: Impressed Us with Legit Home Theater Performance
![Sony Bravia Theater Quad: Impressed Us with Legit Home Theater Performance Sony Bravia Theater Quad: Impressed Us with Legit Home Theater Performance](/static/ph.png)
The Sony Bravia Theater Quad ($2,500) includes four wireless speakers optimized by Sony’s 360 Spatial Mapping for theatrical sound, all connected wirelessly to a compact control box near your TV.
Marantz AV 10 15.4CH 8K AV Processor Review!
![Marantz AV 10 15.4CH 8K AV Processor Review! Marantz AV 10 15.4CH 8K AV Processor Review!](/static/ph.png)
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.
TCL New 2024 Lineup of TV’s & Soundbars Details Revealed!
![TCL New 2024 Lineup of TV’s & Soundbars Details Revealed! TCL New 2024 Lineup of TV’s & Soundbars Details Revealed!](/static/ph.png)
TCLs new 2024 TVs include the higher performance mini-led Q Class with 5000 nits light output and more budget friendly LED S Class. The TCL Q Class 7.1.4 Dolby Atmos Soundbar for under $1k!
SVS Ultra Evolution Pinnacle Floorstanding Loudspeaker Review
![SVS Ultra Evolution Pinnacle Floorstanding Loudspeaker Review SVS Ultra Evolution Pinnacle Floorstanding Loudspeaker Review](/static/ph.png)
Our full review of the flagship of SVS's hotly anticipated new loudspeaker series is here; read our full review of the SVS Ultra Evolution Pinnacle loudspeaker to see if it lives up to the hype!
Cambridge Audio EVO 150 Streaming Integrated Amplifier Bench Test Results!
![Cambridge Audio EVO 150 Streaming Integrated Amplifier Bench Test Results! Cambridge Audio EVO 150 Streaming Integrated Amplifier Bench Test Results!](/static/ph.png)
This is our full test report of the Cambridge Audio EVO 150 Delorean edition streaming amplifier featuring a Hypex Class D amp section. Read our report to determine if performance matches great looks.
McIntosh Launches Next‑Generation C55 and C2800 Preamps
![McIntosh Launches Next-Generation C55 and C2800 Preamps McIntosh Launches Next-Generation C55 and C2800 Preamps](/static/ph.png)
The next-generation C55 Solid State Preamplifier and C2800 Vacuum Tube Preamplifier from McIntosh promise “an enhanced, connected experience,” while delivering world-class sound.
SVS 3000 In‑Wall Subwoofer Review
![SVS 3000 In-Wall Subwoofer Review SVS 3000 In-Wall Subwoofer Review](/static/ph.png)
SVS has released their first architectural product, the SVS 3000 ($2,000/single-$3,000/double). This in-wall subwoofer boasts two 9" drivers in a sealed enclosure.
New Focal Azurys & Hadenys Headphones: Made In France, For Everyone
![New Focal Azurys & Hadenys Headphones: Made In France, For Everyone New Focal Azurys & Hadenys Headphones: Made In France, For Everyone](/static/ph.png)
The all-new closed-back Focal Azurys ($549) and open-back Focal Hadenys ($699) make the company’s headphone technology accessible to more people, but are they better than their celebrated Bathys?
Sonus Faber New $750k Flagship ‘Suprema’ Speaker System
![Sonus Faber New $750k Flagship ‘Suprema’ Speaker System Sonus Faber New $750k Flagship ‘Suprema’ Speaker System](/static/ph.png)
Sonus faber has launched the Suprema ($750,000), a new flagship mega-speaker. The Suprema system comprises a pair of towers and a pair of tall towers and a pair of dual-15-inch passive subwoofers.
Pioneer VSX‑535/VSX‑835 Atmos AV Receivers Sacrifices for Budget?
![Pioneer VSX-535/VSX-835 Atmos AV Receivers Sacrifices for Budget? Pioneer VSX-535/VSX-835 Atmos AV Receivers Sacrifices for Budget?](/static/ph.png)
Pioneer released their VSX-535 ($379) and VSX-585 (499) budget immersive sound receivers. Both receivers come with Dolby Atmos and the latest video and HDMI upgrades. What are the limitations?
The Sennheiser HD 490 PRO: A $400 Open‑Back Headphone Reference?
![The Sennheiser HD 490 PRO: A $400 Open-Back Headphone Reference? The Sennheiser HD 490 PRO: A $400 Open-Back Headphone Reference?](/static/ph.png)
Sennheiser’s new HD 490 PRO ($400) reference studio headphone is an open-backed model designed for audio professionals. The HD 490 PRO is a direct competitor to the Sony MDR-MV1 and Audeze MM-100.
Dynasty ProAudio $300 200 Watt Wireless Stereo Amplifier Review!
![Dynasty ProAudio $300 200 Watt Wireless Stereo Amplifier Review! Dynasty ProAudio $300 200 Watt Wireless Stereo Amplifier Review!](/static/ph.png)
Can a $300 200 watt wireless stereo amplifier be any good? We bench tested and reviewed the Dynasty ProAudio's WSA-5RP to power a pair of surround and stereo speakers wirelessly and came away impressed.
The MoFi SourcePoint 888 Tower Speaker Brings the Bass!
![The MoFi SourcePoint 888 Tower Speaker Brings the Bass! The MoFi SourcePoint 888 Tower Speaker Brings the Bass!](/static/ph.png)
MoFi released their new SourcePoint 888 floorstander ($5K/pair). Designer Andrew Jones engineered new 8-inch woofers to give these 3-way towers deeper extension than their SourcePoint 8 bookshelves.
The Cambridge Audio Evo 150 DeLorean Edition: This is Heavy, Doc!
![The Cambridge Audio Evo 150 DeLorean Edition: This is Heavy, Doc! The Cambridge Audio Evo 150 DeLorean Edition: This is Heavy, Doc!](/static/ph.png)
The Cambridge Audio Evo 150 DeLorean Edition ($3,199) takes the award-winning formula that made the Evo streaming amps successful and adds new style inspired by DeLorean Motor Company, Inc.
HECO Aurora 30A Subwoofer Review
![HECO Aurora 30A Subwoofer Review HECO Aurora 30A Subwoofer Review](/static/ph.png)
HECO’s Aurora line has thus far impressed us with their loudspeakers – but can they keep up their winning streak with their Aurora 30A 12" ported subwoofer?
PSB SubSeries BP8 Packs dual 8" Drivers into Compact Subwoofer
![PSB SubSeries BP8 Packs dual 8" Drivers into Compact Subwoofer PSB SubSeries BP8 Packs dual 8" Drivers into Compact Subwoofer](/static/ph.png)
The PSB SubSeries BP8 ($1,499) is a compact powered subwoofer with dual 8-inch drivers and Hypex nCore amplification. It’s the first in a new generation of subs from PSB.
Solar‑Powered Headphones From Sweden’s Urbanista: The Future Is Now!
![Solar-Powered Headphones From Sweden’s Urbanista: The Future Is Now! Solar-Powered Headphones From Sweden’s Urbanista: The Future Is Now!](/static/ph.png)
The Swedish lifestyle audio brand Urbanista announced the 2nd generation of its solar-powered headphones and earphones, both of which use a new kind of solar cell called Powerfoyle and have recharge.
Naim Embraces Class D with Uniti Nova PE and CI Series Amps
![Naim Embraces Class D with Uniti Nova PE and CI Series Amps Naim Embraces Class D with Uniti Nova PE and CI Series Amps](/static/ph.png)
The Naim Uniti Nova Power Edition streaming amp ($10K) offers double the power of the original, thanks to Class D amplification. The brand’s new CI Series is designed for Focal’s custom speakers.
Kaleidescape Launches Terra Prime Movie Server with Massive 96TB Storage
![Kaleidescape Launches Terra Prime Movie Server with Massive 96TB Storage Kaleidescape Launches Terra Prime Movie Server with Massive 96TB Storage](/static/ph.png)
The Kaleidescape Terra Prime 96TB movie server ($26,995) is the movie collector’s dream source component. The Terra Prime can store up to 1,600 4K movies with reference video and lossless sound.
RBH Sound 3rd‑Gen Impression Series Speakers ‑ Made in USA!
![RBH Sound 3rd-Gen Impression Series Speakers - Made in USA! RBH Sound 3rd-Gen Impression Series Speakers - Made in USA!](/static/ph.png)
RBH Sound new 3rd-generation Impression Series of loudspeakers are reasonably priced and deliver RBH’s solid engineering and unusually high build quality all while being made in the USA!
Bowers & Wilkins Launches 700 S3 Signature Series Loudspeakers
![Bowers & Wilkins Launches 700 S3 Signature Series Loudspeakers Bowers & Wilkins Launches 700 S3 Signature Series Loudspeakers](/static/ph.png)
Bowers & Wilkins has introduced its new 700 S3 Signature Series. The 702 floorstanders ($9,000/pair), 705 stand-mount($4,500/pair), and HTM71 center-channel($3,300 each) all have new upgrades!