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JBL Brings Stylish New Hi-Fi Gear to CEDIA 2023 JBL Brings Stylish New Hi-Fi Gear to CEDIA 2023 JBL unveiled new hifi gear at CEDIA 2023 including the L42 integrated music system, DA Series distribution amplifiers, and the 4305P & 4329P Powered Monitor loudspeakers which Gene absolutely loved.
 Denon’s PerL & PerL Pro Earbuds Customize the Sound to Your Hearing! Denon’s PerL & PerL Pro Earbuds Customize the Sound to Your Hearing! Denon PerL & PerL Pro Earbuds feature Masimo's Adaptive Acoustic Technology (AAT) which allows the user to create a personal audio profile customized to your hearing to transform the listening experience.
Denon New AVR-X6800H 11.4CH AV Receiver ADDS New Features You'll Want! Denon New AVR-X6800H 11.4CH AV Receiver ADDS New Features You'll Want! Denon’s NEW 11.4CH AVR-X6800H Receiver was announced at CEDIA 2023! It builds on the X6700H model it replaces by adding full 8K support on ALL HDMI inputs, 4 independent sub outs and Sony 360 processing.
New Yamaha Hi-Fi Network Receivers & Speakers for 2023! New Yamaha Hi-Fi Network Receivers & Speakers for 2023! Yamaha introduced 3 new Network Hi-Fi Receivers for 2023; the R-N1000A($1,800), R-N800A($1,200), and R-N600A($900). Two bookshelf speakers, the NS-800A($2,400ea) and NS-600A($1,500ea) complete the lineup.
Dayton Audio SUB-1500 Subwoofer Review - Dual 15s for $500?!? Dayton Audio SUB-1500 Subwoofer Review - Dual 15s for $500?!? Dayton Audio’s SUB-1500 is one of the most affordable 15” powered subwoofers on the market at $260/ea. How would dual SUB-1500s stack up against the best $500 subs? Read our review to find out.
The Iconic Bowers & Wilkins Nautilus Speaker is Back at $100k/pair! The Iconic Bowers & Wilkins Nautilus Speaker is Back at $100k/pair! The iconic Bowers & Wilkins Nautilus loudspeaker is back but costs $100k/pair! In commemoration of the speaker’s 30th anniversary, Bowers & Wilkins has developed a new Abalone Pearl finish. Read on.
MartinLogan’s Motion Foundation Series: High Tech Sound For ‘Emerging Audiophiles’ MartinLogan’s Motion Foundation Series: High Tech Sound For ‘Emerging Audiophiles’ On the heels of MartinLogan’s Motion Series speakers come the less expensive Motion Foundation Series. The new range comprises 5 models: two floorstanders, two bookshelf models, and a center channel.
The MonAcoustic PlatiMon Virtual Coaxial One: Megabuck Build Quality for $6.5K? The MonAcoustic PlatiMon Virtual Coaxial One: Megabuck Build Quality for $6.5K? The PlatiMon Virtual Coaxial One stand-mount loudspeaker ($6,500/pair including stands)boasts truly superb build-quality and is the latest offering from MonAcoustic. Watch our Youtube Review.
The Sonus faber Stradivari Loudspeaker Makes A Stunning Comeback The Sonus faber Stradivari Loudspeaker Makes A Stunning Comeback Making its debut in Munich, the second-generation Stradivari ($50K/pair) has a new shape and up-to-date tech, but captures the spirit of the original loudspeakers from 20 years ago. Read on.
Definitive Technology Dymension DM70 Tower & DM20 Center Speakers Review Definitive Technology Dymension DM70 Tower & DM20 Center Speakers Review Definitive Technology’s new Dymension series brings BIG improvements from the DM70 bipolar tower to the DM20 Center channel. Read our review for our listening impressions and full measurement report.