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(October 22, 2024) Today, Marantz is launching two of its better-kept secrets and, likely, least-expected audio products of the year. Called "Horizon" and "Grand Horizon," these wireless speakers defy conventional expectations. They’re not just about delivering excellent sound—they bring a new...

The Bowers & Wilkins Pi8 True Wireless Earbuds have arrived, and it carries the weight of high expectations. Developed by the same team behind the Px7 and Px8 headphones, the Pi8 brings premium audio technologies into a sleek, true wireless form. With features like aptX Lossless, adaptive noise...

(October 18, 2024) Pro-Ject has introduced its new Signature 12.2, a flagship audiophile turntable designed to push the boundaries of vinyl-sourced analog sound. This luxury turntable, priced at $14,999 and weighing a substantial 81.6 pounds, reads like a dream machine on paper. It offers...

(October 17, 2024) Bowers & Wilkins has announced the latest addition to its Zeppelin line with the all-new Pro Edition. Born from a speaker known for its iconic design and generous output capabilities, the Zeppelin Pro Edition is outfitted with several key upgrades to enhance aesthetics and...

(October 16, 2024) On this week's edition of the Home Theater News Review Podcast, MediaLight has released a new bias lighting kit (MK2 v2) that promises to enhance your viewing experience. We dive into what’s new and why it outshines cheap LED strips. Focal has launched a new wireless active...

(October 16, 2024) What better way to kick the fall season into full gear than a killer giveaway? Over the next 4 weeks (October 16 through November 11), you can enter to win a Flexus Core 200 Soundbar ($499 MSRP) shipped directly by Klipsch! Launched in April this year, the Core 200 is...

(October 8, 2024) Home theater enthusiasts, brace yourselves—SVS has announced a massive sale on its former flagship subwoofers, the SB16-Ultra and PB16-Ultra. With the recent unveiling of its new 17" models at CEDIA 2024, the legendary 16-Ultra series is being retired. But before they fade into...

(October 2, 2024) On this week’s HTNR Podcast, we’ve got some heavy hitters making waves in the home theater world. Both JVC and Sony have dropped new projectors that are turning heads, and we dive into the exciting—and pricey—details. Plus, Sound United may be on the chopping block as its...

(September 27, 2024) Kaleidescape recently launched its new Strato-V all-in-one player and massive 123TB SSD Movie Server. We caught up with the company at CEDIA 2024 to see the products in person and chat with Andre Floyd. Click the link below to see what's happening in the world of...

(September 26, 2024) Luxman is celebrating the release of its all-new L-505Z integrated amplifier, the latest addition to the company's Z Series of gear. This integrated amp blends decades of expertise with advanced technologies, presenting an entry-level ticket to Luxman's take on high-end...

(September 20, 2024) We caught up with StormAudio's Gary Blouse at CEDIA 2024 and learned about the company's most prominent show presence ever. Storm was showcasing its ISP EVO, ISP Core 16, ISP MK3, and ISR Fusion 20 Receiver in eight different locations throughout the convention center. Gary...

(September 14, 2024) Ascendo Immersive Sound's visionary and Co-Managing Partner, Geoffrey Heinzel, joined us to talk about his past, subwoofers, infrasonic technologies, and discussed why the company's all-new The28 SUB SQUARED PRO PASSIVE ($30,000 MSRP) is revolutionary. His insights and...

(August 30, 2024) Pro Audio Technology (PRO) is celebrating its 20th anniversary in grand fashion at CEDIA 2024 by introducing five new loudspeaker models, each designed to meet the demands of both commercial and residential audio installations. These new compact speakers are built-to-order in...

(July 29, 2024) Earlier this year, Kaleidescape announced a new commercial initiative that integrates its equipment in commercial theater settings, working with the same projectors and audio solutions already installed. The benefit is obvious: participating theaters gain access to a vast array...

(April 8, 2024) Several big changes are coming to TIDAL this week. The biggest involves a price slash; the company has announced plans to combine its existing HiFi and HiFi Plus tiers into a single subscription plan called “TIDAL.” Pricing for this plan will land at $10.99 per month. This new...

We have a pretty good HiFi system purchased in 2004 that I haven’t done anything to besides getting some decent interconnects & speaker wires. It’s a purely audio system with Unison Research’s Unico Secondo integrated hybrid amplifier (newly acquired after the original Unico SE’s right channel...

The High Note Movie: :4stars: Video: :4.5stars: Audio: :5stars: Extras: :2.5stars: Final Score: :4stars: Movie The High Note is another victim of the Covid-19 pandemic, being...

Across the Universe Movie: :4stars: Video: :4.5stars: Audio: :4.5stars: Extras: :4stars: Final Score: :4stars: Movie Just barely missing it’s 10th anniversary, Across the Universe skates onto a 4K UHD upgrade that follows a remastering of the film from the original 35mm...

The Defiant Ones Movie: :4stars: Video: :4stars: Audio: :4.5stars: Extras: Final Score: :4stars: Movie There are very few people in the hip hop world who have not heard of...

The War On Drugs Ends First Leg of US Tour, The Anthem Shines As D.C.’s Newest Venue The War On Drugs, live at D.C.'s new The Anthem (October 23, 2017) The Washington, D.C. live music scene has long been dominated by the cavernous Verizon Center (now Capital One Arena) and legendary 9:30 Club...