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Kanto REN Powered Loudspeaker Review Kanto REN Powered Loudspeaker Review In our review of the Kanto Ren powered speakers, we put their $700 price tag to the test. With rich sound, wide imaging, and HDMI ARC, are they the best option for TV and audiophile listening needs?
Sonus faber Il Cremonese Ex3me – Automobili Lamborghini Edition Sonus faber Il Cremonese Ex3me – Automobili Lamborghini Edition Sonus faber and Lamborghini teamed up again, this time to create the $130K Il Cremonese Ex3me – Automobili Lamborghini Edition loudspeakers. The line is limited to just 50 pairs, so get yours now!
New ARCAM Radia+ Improved Integrated Amps Get HDMI, aptX Lossless Bluetooth New ARCAM Radia+ Improved Integrated Amps Get HDMI, aptX Lossless Bluetooth ARCAM has updated its popular Radia series of integrated amps. The new A5+, A15+, and A25+ bring upgraded circuitry, next-gen Bluetooth, and new features like HDMI eARC and audio improvements.
MartinLogan Revamped Grotto Line Digs Deep with 1kW 12" & 15" Subwoofers MartinLogan Revamped Grotto Line Digs Deep with 1kW 12" & 15" Subwoofers MartinLogan revamps the Grotto line with new 12" and 15" subwoofers, each powered by 1kW amps and dual passive radiators for deeper, more powerful bass than ever before.
AMPED 2400 800 Watt(?) Stereo Amplifier Review AMPED 2400 800 Watt(?) Stereo Amplifier Review Our review of the 400 watt/ch AMPED 2400 Stereo Amplifier revealed bench numbers that didn’t match the claims. It delivers clean sound, but the build feels more like a DIY project than a $6K component.
Fluance Ri71 Powered Bookshelf Loudspeaker Review Fluance Ri71 Powered Bookshelf Loudspeaker Review We reviewed the $499/pair Fluance Ri71 powered Bluetooth bookshelf speakers—an audiophile-grade option for music lovers seeking a high-fidelity alternative to soundbars. But is there a catch?
Magnetar MKII Series Blu-ray Players - The New Oppo? Magnetar MKII Series Blu-ray Players - The New Oppo? Magnetar has announced new versions of its high-end Blu-ray players. The UDP900MKII ($3,299.99) and UDP800MKII ($1,799.99) will arrive later this year with upgrades across the board. Read on.
Focal $69K DIVA MEZZA UTOPIA Active Wireless Speakers Preview Focal $69K DIVA MEZZA UTOPIA Active Wireless Speakers Preview The Focal DIVA MEZZA UTOPIA ($69K/pair) is an active wireless streaming speaker with four 8" woofers, a 6.5" mid, 1" Beryllium tweeter, and 500 watts of Naim amplification for stunning wireless sound.
Marantz Link 10n Streaming 2.1CH Hi-Fi Preamp Review Marantz Link 10n Streaming 2.1CH Hi-Fi Preamp Review The Marantz Link 10n 2.1CH streaming preamp delivers reference performance, stunning looks, and rich, engaging musicality—an ideal high-end hi-fi hub for discerning audiophiles of digital or analog music.
KEF Aims High With $2,500 5.1.2 XIO Soundbar KEF Aims High With $2,500 5.1.2 XIO Soundbar KEF’s first-ever soundbar, the new XIO, is a 5.1.2-channel system supporting Dolby Atmos, DTS:X, and Sony 360 Reality Audio—packed with advanced tech including all-new Uni-Q MX driver arrays.