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Bob Ankosko  |  May 12, 2023  | 
It's been 30 years since Bowers and Wilkins introduced the world's most intriguing speaker, the utterly unique Nautilus — an example of outside-of-the-box thinking if there ever was one. To commemorate the milestone, the iconic British brand is offering a new made-to-order version of the speaker featuring a stunning Abalone Pearl finish.
Bob Ankosko  |  May 12, 2023  | 
NAD is making waves in the hi-fi community with an industry first: a two-channel streaming DAC/preamplifier boasting four subwoofers outputs plus Dirac Live room correction and bass control.
Bob Ankosko  |  May 11, 2023  | 
It may feel like summer is just around the corner but we still have more than a month to go, which means you have plenty of time to pick up a new set of wireless earbuds and check out the latest in outdoor party speakers, portable video systems, and more.
Bob Ankosko  |  May 08, 2023  | 
AudioControl today announced that the G4 series amplifiers shown last fall at CEDIA 2022 are all now available.
Bob Ankosko  |  May 04, 2023  | 
China-based Dangbei today introduced a portable 1080p projector with built-in Netflix streaming capability.
Bob Ankosko  |  May 03, 2023  | 
Denon has introduced a versatile network player designed to handle most digital audio sources, including TV sound, with built-in support for wireless streaming and multiroom playback through the company’s HEOS streaming platform.
Bob Ankosko  |  May 02, 2023  | 
Sony has announced pricing and shipment details for the 2023 Bravia XR lineup of mini-LED, LED, and OLED TVs it previewed in March. Seven mini-LED and OLED models are either available to order now or will be available for preorder in the coming weeks with LED-based models coming later in the year.
Bob Ankosko  |  May 01, 2023  | 
Is there anyone out there who is going to complain about being able to buy AV gear today at pre-COVID prices? I didn’t think so — and that’s what makes today’s announcement from Premium Audio Company (PAC), the company behind Klipsch, Pioneer Elite, Onkyo, and a handful of other AV brands, so refreshing.
Bob Ankosko  |  May 01, 2023  | 
McIntosh Labs has announced that the MA252 integrated amplifier, the first to feature the intriguing Hybrid Drive circuit design the company introduced last year, is now available to purchase online through several authorized dealers. The amp had previously been available only in dealer showrooms.
Howard Kneller  |  Apr 28, 2023  | 
It is not uncommon for an audio manufacturer to hold a product launch at a recording studio. Although the newly released products at these events often have little or no relevance to pro audio, such a venue is undeniably cool. The pro audio tie-in was readily apparent at the HiFiMan press event held on Wednesday (April 26) at Quad Recording Studios NYC in the always-bustling Times Square area of Manhattan.
Bob Ankosko  |  Apr 27, 2023  | 
Premium Audio Company (PAC), the entity behind Onkyo, Pioneer, and Integra brand AV receivers, today announced a firmware update to improve functionality and connectivity for a number of Integra, Onkyo, and Pioneer AVRs.
Bob Ankosko  |  Apr 27, 2023  | 
Whether you’re laughing your way through You People or groovin’ to Post Malone’s “Chemical,” speakers are undeniably the single most important link in the audio chain. The quality of your speakers can make or break the illusion of being in the middle of the action or up close and personal with your favorite musicians. Which is why we encourage you to check out our Top Picks in speakers so far in 2023.
Bob Ankosko  |  Apr 25, 2023  | 
Today is the last day to order the special 75th Anniversary World Premiere Edition of the mighty Nakamichi Dragon 11.4.6 Home Surround Sound System unveiled in January at CES 2023.
Bob Ankosko  |  Apr 20, 2023  | 
madVR Labs, the Maryland-based maker of high-performance video processors for high-end home theaters, says the next generation of its Envy Extreme and Pro processors offers a “massive upgrade.”
SV Staff  |  Apr 20, 2023  | 
Qobuz, the Paris-based music streaming and download service that’s been available in the U.S. since 2019, has finally made its way up north. As part of its ongoing international expansion, the service is now available in 26 countries with yesterday’s addition of Canada.

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