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RIP: ‘Rhinestone Cowboy’ Glen Campbell
SV Staff  |  Aug 09, 2017
Glen Campbell, the Arkansas born country pop singer/guitarist know for such memorable hits as “Wichita Lineman” (1968), “Galveston” (1969), “Rhinestone Cowboy” (1975), “Southern Nights” (1977), and many more died yesterday following a long battle with Alzheimer’s disease. He was 81.
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Ripserver Lets Your CD drive R.I.P.
SV Staff  |  Mar 07, 2008
At first glance, Belfast, Ireland-based Ripfactory's just-released Ripserver looks like nothing more than a $1,400 1-terabyte hard drive. For those not keeping track of digital storage prices, that's about five times too expensive. But for...
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Rising Above: Auro-3D’s Next Act in Immersive Audio
Mark Henninger  |  Dec 09, 2024
In the world of immersive audio, Dolby Atmos and DTS:X tend to hog all the headlines. Everyone’s always talking about them, and if you’re not tuned in, you might think they’re the only games in town. But then there’s Auro-3D. If the audio industry were a soda aisle, Auro-3D would be kind of like RC Cola—never the top seller, rarely a household name, but still hanging around, offering its own flavor for the folks who appreciate something a bit different.
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Riva Audio Ships Wand Wireless Audio System
SV Staff  |  Jun 28, 2017
The Wi-Fi-based Wand wireless audio system Riva Audio previewed at CEDIA 2016 last September is now available for purchase, the company has announced.
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Riva’s Alexa-Enabled Smart Speaker Hits Amazon Today
SV Staff  |  Nov 15, 2018
Riva Audio today announced that its new Alexa voice-enabled Riva Concert Smart Speaker is now available on amazon.com for $199.
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RMAF 2018: Two-Channel Heaven for Audiophiles
Michael Trei  |  Oct 10, 2018
Every October since 2004, the nation's audiophiles have gathered in Denver for the annual Rocky Mountain Audio Fest. Unlike mega tech shows, RMAF caters to the dedicated home audio enthusiast. Here are some highlights from the 2018 show.
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Robin Williams or Sharon Stone?
 |  Jun 07, 1998

Wit overcomes beauty in a recent, informal DVD survey: When asked which San Francisco-based actress or actor they'd like to have over for dinner and a DVD movie, the majority of local respondents picked Robin Williams (55%) over Sharon Stone (23%).

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Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Announces 2018 Inductees
SV Staff  |  Dec 13, 2017
The Rock & Roll Hall of Fame today announced its Class of 2018 inductees, an eclectic group that includes…
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Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Announces 2019 Inductees
SV Staff  |  Dec 13, 2018
The Rock & Roll Hall of Fame today announced its Class of 2019 inductees, comprising seven acts that launched influential music careers in the ’60s, ’70s, and ’80s.
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Rock and Roll Hall of Fame 2016 Inductees
SV Staff  |  Dec 17, 2015
The Rock and Roll Hall has announced its short list of 2016 inductees: Cheap Trick, Chicago, Deep Purple, N.W.A., and Steve Miller will be recognized at the 31st Annual Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony on Friday, April 8, 2016.
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Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Announces 2017 Nominees: Cast Your Vote
SV Staff  |  Oct 19, 2016
The Rock & Roll Hall of Fame in 2017 today announced the nominees for induction in 2017. Vote for your favorite artists.
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Rock Hall Extends Beatles Exhibition, Announces 2023 Nominees
Bob Ankosko  |  Feb 14, 2023
Cleveland’s Rock & Roll Hall of Fame has extended “The Beatles: Get Back to Let It Be” exhibit through the end of the year. And, in case you missed it, the Rock Hall recently announced the nominees for its Class of 2023.
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Rock Icon Joe Perry to Collaborate with Monster
SV Staff  |  Jul 06, 2016
Monster has announced a collaborative deal with Aerosmith co-founder and guitarist Joe Perry that builds on a decades long “personal and music industry relationship” Monster founder Noel Lee has with the rock icon.
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Rock of the Dead: Music appreciation for zombies
SV Staff  |  Feb 11, 2010
We don't often talk about the Nintendo Wii on this blog, and for good reason. It doesn't support high-def, it isn't as good with audio as its competitors, and it's simply not very impressive for home theater buffs. At least, it's not very...
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Rocketfish + Ikea = stylish, wireless speakers
SV Staff  |  Aug 09, 2010
Once again it's time to look at a clever, elegant DIY home entertainment project. Charles "The B-Roll" Visnic has put together a guide to making your own attractive, wireless outdoor speakers. All you need is a pair of $99 Rocketfish wireless...
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