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Mass Fidelity Relay Hi-Fi Wireless Receiver Review Review: Mass Fidelity Relay Hi-Fi Wireless Receiver wants to convince you that "Bluetooth" and "high-quality audio" can be used in the same sentence. Let's explore it and find out.

Yamaha AVENTAGE CX-A5000 AV Preamp / MX-A5000 Amplifier Separates Preview The Yamaha AVENTAGE CX-A5000 preamp and MX-A5000 amp AV Separates represent the state of the art in home theater. At $3k/ea, the CX-A5000 has all the latest features and the MX-A5000 has 150wpc x 11.

Anthem MRX710, MRX510, MRX310 Gen2 AV Receivers Preview Anthem's MRX710, MRX510, and MRX310 gen2 AV receivers feature a more powerful version of Anthem's ARC room correction, 4k upscaling, faster HDMI switching, and lots of integration and remote options

MartinLogan Dynamo 1500X Subwoofer Review The MartinLogan Dynamo 1500X is a small sealed powered subwoofer with solid performance, compact size, and modest price. It features a 15” long throw driver and 650 watt amplifier.

Berlin Boombox Preview The Berlin Boombox is a DIY cardboard boombox that connects to your device by 3.5mm. Yes cardboard. Yes, you put it together yourself. And yes, it does cost $80.

Marantz CD6005 CD Player Review Marantz's new CD6005 Hi-Fi Compact Disc Player is a $499 CD player that boasts high-quality components dedicated to getting the best possible sound out of your CD collection.

Marantz PM6005 Integrated Amplifier Review Review: The two-channel Marantz PM6005 Integrated Amplifier is a reminder of what this hobby is all about – music. Great sound, simple to use and plenty of power to drive your speakers.

Phase Technology Teatro TSB3.0 Soundbar Preview The Phase Tech Teatro TSB3.0 soundbar sports a passive design, aluminum case, and steel grille. The Teatro TSB3.0 has such features as dialogue lift and side-firing drivers for a wider soundstage.

Induction Dynamics ID1 Series Tower Speakers Induction Dynamics demoed their new ID1 tower speaker which has been completely revamped from its former iteration. The ID1 was first introduced in the 90s, but the updated version is a 4-way design.

Epson Pro Cinema 6030UB LCD Projector Preview Preview: The new Epson Pro Cinema 6030UB LCD projector is the company's flagship home theater model for the custom installation channel. We interview Jason Palmer and give you the scoop.