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Edifier S2000 Pro Bluetooth Powered Speaker Review The Edifier S2000 Pro wireless active bookshelf speakers feature state of the art electronics and drivers. Read on to see if Edifier delivers on giving everyone the opportunity to be an "audiophile".

Integra DRX-R1.1 and DRC-R1.1 11.2-Channel Atmos AV Receiver and Processor Integra released two new 11.2CH Atmos/DTS:X AV flagships; the DRX-R1.1 Receiver & DRC-R1.1 Processor. These are the first in their lineup to incorporate 4K HDBaseT circuitry for extended transmission.

Rel Series T/i Powered Wireless Subwoofers Preview Rel Acoustic's T/i series powered subwoofers, ranging from a 300 watt long-throw 10" woofer & 10" passive radiator to their sealed 8" micro-sub sport as much finesse in sound as they do in sight.

ATI AT6000 Signature Amplifier Review With configurations from 2 to 7 channels the ATI AT6000 series amplifier performance is as massive as its dimensions and weight; and yet, completely silent. Read on to see what makes these amps great.

James Loudspeaker LR-S Passive Sound Bar Aims for Audiophile Performance James Loudspeaker released 3 new soundbars recently. The SPL5LR-S, SPL6LR-S, and SPL8LR-S Soundbars are designed as a 2.1 setup. Where is the sub? How about 4 high power neo drivers right in the bar!

PSB M4U 8 Wireless High Performance Headphone Preview Audio manufacturer PSB released their M4U 8 WIRELESS headphone recently at the CES 2018 EXPO. The M4U 8 is PSB’s first wireless headphone and the company’s most advanced headphone design to date.

SONOS Playbar, SUB, and Play:5 Review If you’ve been looking at wireless whole home speaker products, you’ve probably come across SONOS. We reviewed their Play:5 wireless speaker and Playbar soundbar with wireless SUB.

SVS Cuts the Cord with their Prime Wireless Speaker System SVS cut the cord with their Prime Wireless Bookshelf speaker. With a ton of input and streaming options and 50 watts/4 Class D biamplification, this small setup looks to be a great deal at $500/pair.

HiFiMAN SUSVARA Planar Magnet Headphone Review The HiFiMAN Susvara Planar Magnetic represents the latest update to original HiFiMAN’s HE-1000 flagship headphones. Do the updates justify the $6,000 price tag? Read our in depth review to find out.

V-MODA Crossfade Wireless 2 vs. Focal Listen Wireless Headphone Shootout V-MODA and Focal made two of the finest affordable (about $300/ea) wireless Bluetooth headphones to hit the market in 2017. We compare both headphones to help you decide which ones are best for you.