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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.
RBH Sound’s SFTR Speakers: Flagship Performance, More Compact Package RBH Sound’s SFTR Speakers: Flagship Performance, More Compact Package RBH Sound’s new SFTR/AX active speaker system gives you near the performance of their massive SVTRS flagship but in a more compact design. We were able to achieve flat bass extension down to 7Hz!
 Monoprice 3 Budget Monolith Mx100X Amplifiers Bench Test Results Monoprice 3 Budget Monolith Mx100X Amplifiers Bench Test Results We bench tested 3 new Monolith amplifiers by Monoprice starting at $399. The 2CH M2100X, 3CH M3100X, and 5CH M5100X amplifiers delivered rated power with All Channels Driven. Best deal on cheap? Read on.
Klipsch Reference RP-1600SW 16" Subwoofer Review Klipsch Reference RP-1600SW 16" Subwoofer Review The Klipsch Reference RP-1600S is a monstrous sized ported sub with a 16” woofer and a 800-watt amplifier. Our review tests how powerful this sub is from one the most popular speaker brands in the world.
soundcore Motion X600 Hi-Res, Spatial Sound Portable Speaker for $200?!? soundcore Motion X600 Hi-Res, Spatial Sound Portable Speaker for $200?!? Soundcore's X600 50 watt portable speaker supports Hi-Res, spatial audio and 12hr of battery life for only $199. Watch our review of this tech packed speaker. Imagine spatial audio you can take with you!
Andrew Jones MoFi SourcePoint 8 Concentric Speaker, Compact Form Factor Andrew Jones MoFi SourcePoint 8 Concentric Speaker, Compact Form Factor Andrew Jones revealed the new MoFi Electronics SourcePoint 8 ($2,750/pair). It features an 8" concentric driver and a design nearly identical to the SourcePoint 10, but in a more compact package.
A Bad Think’s New Dolby Atmos Album ‘Short Street’ Is A Personal Odyssey Through The Past A Bad Think’s New Dolby Atmos Album ‘Short Street’ Is A Personal Odyssey Through The Past Short Street is the latest Dolby Atmos album from music producer and multi-instrumentalist Michael Marquart and his experimental rock project, A Bad Think. Spatial Audio becoming the standard for new albums?
Arendal Sound Hits a Home Run - 1961 Monitor Loudspeaker Review Arendal Sound Hits a Home Run - 1961 Monitor Loudspeaker Review We review the Arendal Sound 1961 Monitor, featuring an MTM & waveguide design built with similar DNA to their venerable 1723 series but in a more compact affordable package at $1,100/pair. Home run!
RBH Sound 21-SF/R 4kWatt 21" Subwoofer - World's First Maximus Bassaholic Rated! RBH Sound 21-SF/R 4kWatt 21" Subwoofer - World's First Maximus Bassaholic Rated! RBH Sound’s Unrivaled 21-SF/R 371 lb monster subwoofer uses a 21” carbon fiber driver powered by a 4kwatt amplifier. This sub broke our Bassaholics ratings barrier causing us to add a new category.