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Bowers & Wilkins Launches 700 S3 Signature Series Loudspeakers
Bowers & Wilkins has introduced its new 700 S3 Signature Series. The 702 floorstanders ($9,000/pair), 705 stand-mount($4,500/pair), and HTM71 center-channel($3,300 each) all have new upgrades!
RSL Speedwoofer 10E: Entry Price of Great Bass Just Went Lower!
RSL’s new Speedwoofer 10E is a 10” woofer sub with a 300-watt amp that somehow only costs $300 shipped. Learn how RSL’s brought many of their core technologies to a much lower price point.
Apple Vision Pro: Another 3D Comeback?
The $3,500 Apple Vision Pro is here. Although not for everyone, this product — and future products of this type — can deliver a 3D video experience far better than any previous technology.
The $299 WiiM Amp Breathes New Life Into Old Speakers
The new WiiM Amp is a compact streaming amplifier that turns any pair of passive speakers into a modern streaming audio system for only $299. It offers 60 wpc, HDMI ARC, bass management, and ESS Sabre DACs.
Definitive Technology Descend DN15 15" Subwoofer Review
The Descend DN15 is a large and powerful 15” subwoofer with a 500-watt RMS amplifier from Definitive Technology. Can this BIG sub produce audiophile sound and deep bass? Read our review to find out.
Hsu Research VTF‑TN1 15" Subwoofer: Deeper Bass, Lower Cost!
Hsu replaces their top dog 15” ported subwoofer with the higher performing, lower cost VTF-TN1 flagship bruiser. Read our preview to see how this modern miracle was achieved for only $1,200!
Focal Theva No.1 Bookshelf Loudspeaker Review
Focal’s Theva No.1 is their new entry-level bookshelf speaker that replaces the venerable Chora series. Focal makes high quality speakers, but how do they fare in a lower price point? Read on.
The REL T/9x Red Subwoofer: Beyond the Black Box
Rel's T/9x Red Subwoofer($1,650) adds Italian racing red paint and a souped-up driver. The pure carbon fiber center cap reduces weight and adds stiffness to the 10-inch driver. Read on to learn more.
Focal’s Aria Evo X Loudspeakers: Overview & First Listen
Focal’s new Aria Evo X loudspeakers include five models: N°1, N°2, N°3, N°4, and a center channel. Our demo at FAE 2024 reveled them to have near Kanta level performance at about half the price.
The KEF KC92 Subwoofer: 11Hz Deep Bass, Small Box!
KEF’s new KC92 Subwoofer ($2,000) uses a pair of force-cancelling 9-inch drivers and 1,000 watts RMS of specially-designed Class D amplification to deliver bass down to 11Hz! Read on to learn more.
ZapperBox Helps You Ditch Cable With Their M1 Over The Air DVR
Looking to cut the cord to cable? ZapperBox's new M1 ($250) over the air DVR may help. The M1 promises 4K video, Dolby Atmos and Dolby AC-4 sound, is HDR video compatible AND has NO monthly fees.
Sonus faber Duetto Powered Wireless Speaker Review
The Sonus faber Duetto are an impressive pair of active bookshelf speakers. At 4K/pair they deliver truly amazing sound but the prototypes I reviewed were buggy.
Adcom Stages Comeback With Updated Classic Amps
Adcom is relaunching in the USA and is now making “updated and modernized versions” of its classic audio hifi products, including the legendary GFA-555 stereo power amplifier.
Anthem AVM 90 15.4CH Preamp Processor Review
The AVM 90 8K is the first worthy successor to Anthem's D2v. Objectively and subjectively it's Anthem’s best-sounding preamp processor—EVER. Possibly the apex predator of 15.4CH pre-pros under $8,000.
Kanto ORA Powered Desktop Speakers & sub8 Review
Kanto’s new ORA powered desktop speakers push their technology further than ever by introducing an active crossover and other innovations. What does this do to the sound? Read on to find out.
Marantz Cinema 30 is the SR8015 Receiver Replacement We’ve Been Waiting For
The new Cinema 30 AVR ($4,500) sits at the top of Marantz’s 8K AV receiver lineup. It offers 11 channels of amplification, 13.4CH of processing, ESS Sabre DACs, Dirac Live Bass Control, and 4 sub outs.
Yamaha R‑N1000A Network Receiver Bench Test Results
The Yamaha R-N1000A is a 2CH Network AV receiver rated at 100 watts/ch and has features most stereo receivers don’t. Our bench test report determines if it lives up to their prestigious Top-Art reputation.
LG's Transparent OLED TV Is Here, And It’s Awesome!
The LG Signature OLED T will be the first transparent OLED TV to market when it launches late in 2024. A black “contrast screen” rises behind the transparent panel for viewing regular content.
HECO Aurora 300 Bookshelf Loudspeaker Review
The Heco Aurora 300 bookshelves produced a nicely balanced sound that is uncommon for a loudspeaker of its price range. How did they do it and how do they compare to more expensive speakers? Read on.
TCL Shows Massive 115‑Inch QD Mini LED TV at CES 2024
TCL has announced the world’s largest QD Mini LED TV. The 115-inch 115QM89 boasts 20,000 local dimming zones and 5,000 nits of peak brightness. The enormous TV will ship this summer and sell for less.
SVS New Flagship Speaker Line Ultra Evolution Series Tech Overview
SVS announced a new flagship speaker series called Ultra Evolution that advances their loudspeaker design by a giant leap. With time-alignment and force-cancelling woofers, it looks more like a revolution.
Parts Express Orian 3‑Way High Output Bookshelf Speaker Kit Review
The Orian 3-way bookshelf speaker is a high-output, coaxial design with a dipole midrange and an 8” bass driver, for only $675/pair. How can it be priced so low? You have to assemble it yourself!
The ATC C4 Sub Mk 2: New Driver, New Amp, New Sound?
ATC’s new C4 Sub Mk 2 active subwoofer system ($5,999) boasts 116dB max SPL. The C4 Sub Mk 2 promises studio-quality bass thanks to a new 12-inch driver and 300-watt Class AB amp. Read on.
Monoprice SW‑15 15in 600 watt Subwoofer Review
The Monoprice SW-15 subwoofer is spec’d with a 15” driver and a 600-watt amp yet only costs $300 shipped. How can a sub with such beefy specs sell for so little? Read our full review to find out.
Tannoy Bounces Back with New Super Gold Monitor Series
Tannoy announced 3 new speakers. The SGM 10 (£5,995/pair), SGM 12 (£6,995/pair), and SGM 15 (£8,495/pair) are available now in the UK. All three models feature dual concentric drivers. Read on.
MartinLogan XT F100 Floorstanding Speaker Review
MartinLogan's XT F100 Floorstanding Speakers recently underwent a significant upgrade featuring a new waveguide and revamped drivers. Did the additions pass our rigid tests? Read on to find out.
Cambridge Audio MXN10 and DacMagic 200M Review
The Cambridge Audio MXN10 network streamer ($499) and DacMagic 200M DAC ($549) offer excellent sound, high build quality, and easy usability in a compact form factor for a wide variety of systems.