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A/V Product Reviews

Audioholics writes some of the industry's most thorough AV product reviews. Our reviews stand apart from the competition in that we do comprehensive objective measurements and analysis including taking the products apart to describe their operation from soup to nuts. Get the real skinny on how AV receivers, amplifiers and loudspeakers perform from our unbiased reviews.

Floorstanding Speaker Reviews Preview

Bowers & Wilkins Launches 700 S3 Signature Series Loudspeakers

— March 27, 2024 13:00

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!

Subwoofer Reviews Preview

RSL Speedwoofer 10E: Entry Price of Great Bass Just Went Lower!

— March 25, 2024 13:20

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.

AV Gadget Reviews Preview

Apple Vision Pro: Another 3D Comeback?

— March 21, 2024 00:20

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.

AV Gadget Reviews Preview

The $299 WiiM Amp Breathes New Life Into Old Speakers

— March 20, 2024 00:15

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.

Subwoofer Reviews Review

Definitive Technology Descend DN15 15" Subwoofer Review

— March 19, 2024 00:00

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.

Subwoofer Reviews Preview

Hsu Research VTF‑TN1 15" Subwoofer: Deeper Bass, Lower Cost!

— March 14, 2024 10:00

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!

Bookshelf Speaker Reviews Review

Focal Theva No.1 Bookshelf Loudspeaker Review

— March 11, 2024 00:30

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.

Subwoofer Reviews Preview

The REL T/9x Red Subwoofer: Beyond the Black Box

— March 05, 2024 00:00

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.

Floorstanding Speaker Reviews Preview

Focal’s Aria Evo X Loudspeakers: Overview & First Listen

— March 01, 2024 00:00

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.

Subwoofer Reviews Preview

The KEF KC92 Subwoofer: 11Hz Deep Bass, Small Box!

— February 27, 2024 00:00

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.

AV Gadget Reviews Preview

ZapperBox Helps You Ditch Cable With Their M1 Over The Air DVR

— February 23, 2024 00:35

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.

Bookshelf Speaker Reviews Review

Sonus faber Duetto Powered Wireless Speaker Review

— February 20, 2024 00:00

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.

Audio Amplifier Reviews Preview

Adcom Stages Comeback With Updated Classic Amps

— February 16, 2024 00:00

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.

AV Preamp and Processor Reviews Review

Anthem AVM 90 15.4CH Preamp Processor Review

— February 12, 2024 00:00

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.

Wireless & Computer Speaker Reviews Review

Kanto ORA Powered Desktop Speakers & sub8 Review

— February 07, 2024 00:00

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.

AV Receiver Reviews Preview

Marantz Cinema 30 is the SR8015 Receiver Replacement We’ve Been Waiting For

— February 01, 2024 00:00

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.

AV Receiver Reviews Preview

Yamaha R‑N1000A Network Receiver Bench Test Results

— January 31, 2024 05:55

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.

HDTV Reviews Preview

LG's Transparent OLED TV Is Here, And It’s Awesome!

— January 25, 2024 00:00

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.

Bookshelf Speaker Reviews Review

HECO Aurora 300 Bookshelf Loudspeaker Review

— January 19, 2024 00:00

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.

HDTV Reviews Preview

TCL Shows Massive 115‑Inch QD Mini LED TV at CES 2024

— January 18, 2024 08:15

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.

Floorstanding Speaker Reviews Preview

SVS New Flagship Speaker Line Ultra Evolution Series Tech Overview

— January 13, 2024 00:00

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.

Bookshelf Speaker Reviews Review

Parts Express Orian 3‑Way High Output Bookshelf Speaker Kit Review

— January 09, 2024 00:05

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!

Subwoofer Reviews Preview

The ATC C4 Sub Mk 2: New Driver, New Amp, New Sound?

— January 06, 2024 08:00

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.

Subwoofer Reviews Review

Monoprice SW‑15 15in 600 watt Subwoofer Review

— December 30, 2023 00:35

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.

Floorstanding Speaker Reviews Preview

Tannoy Bounces Back with New Super Gold Monitor Series

— December 29, 2023 00:00

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.

Floorstanding Speaker Reviews Review

MartinLogan XT F100 Floorstanding Speaker Review

— December 22, 2023 00:00

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.

AV Gadget Reviews Review

Cambridge Audio MXN10 and DacMagic 200M Review

— December 19, 2023 00:00

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.