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Arendal Sound 1961 1S and 1V Subwoofers Review We review Arendal's entry-level 1961 1S and 1V subwoofers to determine if their more affordable subs can maintain the phenomenal performance to value we found in their 1723 2V powerhouse. Read on.

Paradigm Founder 100F and 70LCR Loudspeakers Review The Paradigm's Founder 100F 3-way towers and 70LCR speakers use a slew of new technologies to push the loudspeaker game forward. Read our review to see how they sounded and performed with measurements.

Denon Enters the Earbud Game With Noise Cancelling and Wireless Earbuds Denon released information on their first-ever lineup of true wireless in-ear headphones- The Denon Noise Cancelling Earbuds: AH-C830NCW and Denon Wireless Earbuds: AH-C630W. For more info read on.

Fluance Ai41 Powered Bookshelf Bluetooth Speakers Review The $250/pair Fluance Ai41 powered bluetooth bookshelf speakers offer performance and features (sub out and toslink input) making them a soundbar alternative for music centric listeners that also watch TV.

Monitor Audio’s Silver Series 7G Loudspeakers Refines A Winning Formula Monitor Audio’s new 7G Silver Series loudspeakers offers 8 different models and maintains its sweet-spot in the company’s lineup combining excellent performance, superb build quality, and high value.

Yamaha RX-A6A 9.2CH 8K AV Receiver Bench Test Results! We bench tested the Yamaha RX-A6A 9.2CH 8K 150watt/ch Atmos/DTS:X Receiver to gauge power output and uncover performance issues we discovered. We discuss the proper settings for best power delivery.

Polk Reserve R700 Floorstanding Loudspeaker Review In our in-depth review of Polk Audio's Reserve R700 tower speakers, we look at just how much of the performance of the stellar Legend series has trickled down to the more affordable Reserve series.

Polk Audio Releases Their First Dolby Atmos Soundbar, the Signa S4 Check out our preview of the new Polk Sound Signa S4. The first Dolby Atmos enabled soundbar from Polk offers 3D sound at a $400 price point. Will it deliver? Read on to find out.

Noise Cancelling Headphones Comparison: DALI IO-6 vs Shure Aonic 50 In this review, we compare the DALI IO-6 ($500) and the Shure Aonic 50 ($300) headphones. This comparison review will help you decide which noise-cancelling headphones are right for your needs.

StormAudio ISP MK2 24CH AV Processor Review The StormAudio ISP MK2 24CH Atmos/DTS:X/Auro 3D AV processor has the most advanced bass management & connectivity features. Our review bench tests and listening impressions reveal why it’s our 2021 POY.