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McIntosh MC-501 Mono Amplifier Reviewed
McIntosh is one of the longest living legends in American high-end audio history. McIntosh's...
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Mordaunt-Short is a name I have known about for years but rarely got a chance to hear. When I learned...
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Sherwood has been a staple of high quality audio/video components for decades, and the Newcastle line represents the pinnacle of...
AT&T U-verse DVR and Service Reviewed
Bundling one's entertainment services - be it television, Internet or phone - is all the rage these days. Every service...
Audio Research Corporation Ref 5 Preamp Reviewed
Few companies bring to mind the penultimate experience for an audiophile more than Audio Research Corporation. Having been in business...
Aperion's SLIMstage30 by Soundmatters Soundbar System Reviewed
When considering or shopping for a soundbar you have one of two choices: first, an all-in-one left, center, right loudspeaker...
dnp Supernova Epic Screen Reviewed
The dnp Supernova Epic is designed to compete with the big boys in the world of home theater video screens....
Krell Evolution 402e Stereo Amplifier Reviewed
When you think of Krell electronics you're probably a lot like me, you envision large, silver or black clad hunks...
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Is Today's Home Theater Equipment Too Good? -
Shocking wouldn't be how I describe the news that regional AV chain Ken Crane's is closing after decades in business...
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Consumer Confidence in Economy and Tech Drops, According to CEA-CNET Indexes -
Consumer confidence in the economy reached its lowest level in the history of the CEA-CNET Index in July, while confidence in technology dropped slightly, according to figures released today by the Consumer Electronics Association (CEA) and CNET. The CEA-CNET Index... Click for more...
Meridian Introduces Sooloos Control 15 -
Meridian Audio has announced the introduction of Control 15, which combines the three essential elements of every Meridian Sooloos Digital Media System - storage, playback and control - in a single freestanding device that, when paired with Meridian's DSP Loudspeakers,... Click for more...
Monster Partners with Yao Ming to Launch "Yao Monster" Electronics and Lifestyle Products in China -
Monster, a manufacturer and designer of headphones and A/V accessories, has announced that it is partnering with Houston Rockets star center and China icon Yao Ming to develop a broad range of co-branded "Yao Monster" consumer electronics and lifestyle products... Click for more...
Aerosmith Set to Arrive in Oakland on July 23rd for Start of 'Cocked, Locked, Ready to Rock' Tour -
No wind, no rain, no motorcycle mishaps can stop Aerosmith's "Cocked, Locked and Ready to Rock Tour" which begins their 18-city Live Nation produced US Summer Tour starting on Friday, July 23rd at Oakland's Oracle Arena. Aerosmith has just finished... Click for more...
Plans Underway for Zappa Dedication and Tribute Concert -
Since last month's confirmation of the September 19th date for Baltimore City's dedication of a bust of Frank Zappa, community support has been growing for a concert and festival in tribute to the legendary musician, composer and social icon, whose... Click for more...
Percussion Stars Host Benefit for Little Feat's Ailing Drummer -
It's time to help a legendary drummer during his time of need while savoring the rhythmic talents of three of his peers. DRUM! Magazine -- the leading magazine for drummers and percussionists worldwide -- has announced the biggest drumming event... Click for more...
CE Industry To Surpass $174 Billion in 2010, Reach Record High by 2011 -
The consumer electronics industry will exceed initial revenue projections for 2010, with growth of three percent over 2009 and overall shipment revenues of $174.9 billion in the United States, the Consumer Electronics Association (CEA) has announced. The semi-annual U.S. Consumer... Click for more...
Marantz Introduces Two New Universal Media Players -
Marantz America, a provider of home entertainment solutions, has introduced two Universal Media Players, Models UD7005 and UD5005, both offering universal compatibility with virtually all of today's most advanced video and audio formats. The UD7005 (SRP: $899), which will replace... Click for more...
Marantz Debuts New SR7005 Flagship A/V Receiver -
Marantz America, a provider of home entertainment solutions, has announced the introduction of its SR7005, a 7-channel, integrated audio/video receiver that addresses multi-room signal distribution needs. The SR7005, which replaces the SR7002, will be available in August 2010 for a... Click for more...
Marantz Debuts Two A/V Receivers -
Marantz America, a provider of home entertainment solutions, has announced the introduction of two 7-channel audio video receivers, Models SR6005 and SR5005. The SR6005, which will be available in September for a suggested retail price of $999, will replace the... Click for more...
Marantz Expands "Slimline" Family of A/V Solutions with Debut of NR1601 A/V Receiver -
Marantz America, a provider of home entertainment solutions, has announced the introduction of the NR1601 "Slimline" Audio/Video Receiver (SRP: $599). The 7-channel NR1601, which will be available later this month, joins Marantz' NR1501 "Slimline" A/V Receiver, which will be reduced... Click for more...
Marantz Debuts NA7004 Network Audio Player -
Marantz America, a provider of home entertainment solutions, has introduced its NA7004 Network Audio Player (SRP: $799). An all-in-one music source component, the NA7004 serves as a digital-to-analog converter for people with large collections of downloaded high-resolution music on their... Click for more...
Marantz Debuts Model M-CR603 Network CD Receiver -
Marantz America, a provider of home entertainment solutions, has debuted its M-CR603 Network CD Receiver (SRP: TBD). This all-in-one single component music solution offers lifestyle-focused music listening/distribution options, content access and system-building capabilities. Noted Kevin Zarow, Vice President of Sales... Click for more...
Marantz Introduces Two Integrated Amplifiers and Two Audio Players -
Marantz America, a provider of home entertainment solutions, has introduced two integrated amplifiers, the PM8004 (SRP: $999), which replaces the PM8003, and the PM5004, (SRP: $449), replacing the PM5003, as well as two new audio players, the SA8004 SACD Player... Click for more...
Marantz Debuts New Generation of Home Theater Separates -
Marantz America, a provider of home entertainment solutions, has debuted three new home theater separates, the flagship AV7005 Preamplifier (SRP: $1,499), as well as two Power Amplifiers, the Multichannel MM7055 (SRP: $1,199) and the Two-Channel MM7025 (SRP: $799). Designed to... Click for more...

