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Vizio VF551XVT LED LCD Television Review Vizio seems to really be getting the hang of LED backlighting technology. The VF551XVT, has a very consistent brightness uniformity – something that is lacking in many of the new edge-lit displays.

Aperion Audio Bravus 10D Subwoofer Review The Aperion Bravus 10D is an attractive, potent little subwoofer at a reasonable price. It’s easy to integrate two of them into any room décor to yield the numerous audible benefits of multiple subs.

Sherbourn PT-7020A Processor First Look It's been almost 5 years since the debut of the PT-7010A pre-processor from Sherbourn Technologies. Now they are back with the PT-7020A, an updated platform that updates the company's CE channel.

Pioneer VSX-1020-K Receiver Preview The new Pioneer VSX-1020-K has all the functionality of the $399 VSX-920-K with the addition of a GUI, on-screen album art, a powered Zone 2, improved MCACC, Internet radio, and iPhone control.

Pioneer VSX-920-K Receiver Preview The Pioneer VSX-920-K introduces two additional channels of amplification over the two lower models, PQLS for enhanced two-channel audio, and Anchor Bay powered 1080p upconversion all for $399.

Pioneer VSX-820-K Receiver Preview The VSX-820-K is the next in line from the electronics giant and comes in at just under $300 with an extra HDMI input, and on-screen display, MCACC auto system setup, and iPhone certification.

Auton Under the Bed TV Lift First Look The Auton Dream Machine is a high-end under-bed TV lift that is designed primarily as a modern space-saving device. It hides, slides, raises and swivels a bedroom television to any position.

Pioneer VSX-520-K Receiver Preview We really think Pioneer has cut the right corners with the Pioneer VSX-520-K. You can add surround back/height channels, Bluetooth control, and with HDMI 1.4 it is ready for 3D all for $229.

EMP Impression Series E55Ti Tower Speakers First Look The new EMP Tek E55Ti Tower Speakers have a D'Appolito array for the midrange/high end, a vented dedicated woofer section, and a new outrigger for stabilization - all for under $800.

ADAM A7 Monitor Speakers Review The ADAM A7 ($1149/pr) is a two way near-field studio monitor with the aforementioned tweeter and a 6.5 in. carbon mid/bass driver. This is all powered by two 50-watt amplifiers (one per driver.)