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Yamaha RX-Z7 7.1 Channel Networking A/V Receiver Review Yamaha RX-Z7 7.1 Channel Networking A/V Receiver Review The Yamaha RX-Z7 offers benchmark performance in virtually every category with all of the latest audio and video processing features, along with a host of multi room and networking capabilities.
Thiel SCS4 Bookshelf Speaker Review Thiel SCS4 Bookshelf Speaker Review The Thiel SCS4 speaker system has certainly met my expectations for performance, and the amount of low end exceeded it. The SCS4 is a well thought out and well made effort. The materials and…
The Speaker Company TST2 Floorstanding Speaker Review The Speaker Company TST2 Floorstanding Speaker Review I like reviewing budget gear because I know I'm reviewing something that is in the bulk of our reader's price range. Let me speak plainly - These are NOT $450/pair speakers as their price suggests. I…
Budget Bookshelf Speaker Shootout 2009 Budget Bookshelf Speaker Shootout 2009 Budget bookshelf speakers are a great first step into the world of high fidelity. But which ones to choose? A few of our forum members decided to take on the daunting task of comparing some of the…
The Speaker Company TSAT-1000-HT8-B System Review The Speaker Company TSAT-1000-HT8-B System Review This is the finest sounding compact system on the cheap ($399 for 5.1) that I’ve heard with a fit and finish that is second to none. The system works extremely well together mated with the ASW-8…
The Speaker Company NTIW26 and NTIW25 In-wall Speakers The Speaker Company NTIW26 and NTIW25 In-wall Speakers At $300 a pair for the NTIW26s and $230 a pair for the NTIW25s, these speakers are a remarkable value. Quality components, easy to mount, lots of tuning options… the list of benefits goes on.…
Anthem LCOS Projector Anthem LCOS Projector Brand new for 2009 is the Anthem LCOS Projector model LTX 500 (also on hand was the lower priced 300 model - both just re-branded JVC projectors). The projector is full HD, THX ready and includes 2…
Fatman iTube Red-i Integrated Amp w/Speakers & iPod Dock Review Fatman iTube Red-i Integrated Amp w/Speakers & iPod Dock Review The iTube Red-i from Fatman is easily the coolest docking system for iPods that I have had the pleasure of enjoying on my desk. So much more than a dock and speakers for your iPod, this system can…
Anthem Audio/Video Master 50v Preamplifier/Processor Preview Anthem Audio/Video Master 50v Preamplifier/Processor Preview Anthem showed the Audio/Video Master 50v preamplifier/home theater processor with a built in tuner and independent source selection for recording.
Paradigm "Edge" Compact Entertainment System Paradigm "Edge" Compact Entertainment System Paradigm showed off their "Edge" entertainment system in the Venetian at CES this year. Featuring a DVD player, IPOD dock, S_Video input, and internal speakers this projector-combo is designed for…