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Monoprice, which started with cables and went on to offer tons more things at affordable prices, bowed three new subwoofers under its Monolith brand, maker of respected multichannel muscle amps.

iPort’s new Luxeport series of iPad mounting systems consists of three models with aluminum cases and choice of tabletop or on-wall mounting options to control installed smart-home systems. Versions with Wi-Fi buttons are due next year.

Denon and Marantz aren’t playing favorites when it comes to high dynamic range (HDR) and immersive-audio technologies. And the brands are getting along with Alexa too.

The beginnings of CEDIA date back to 1989 when a group of audio/video professionals who called themselves “custom installers” got together to formulate a plan to establish an industry group that would promote the interest of its members and offer professional training as well as a place to exchange ideas and exhibit new products. The Custom Electronic Design and Industry Association was borne out of those early meetings.