Paul Barton is the founder and chief designer of PSB Speakers and he has just released their first entry into the TV speaker base category: the VS21 with VisionSound. Like most TV Base speakers, the VS21 is made to be set underneath a flat panel TV from 32-60 inches in size (anything under 88 lbs, in fact). As […]
When I graduated college I quickly landed a job at a post production studio where I’d spend the next 7 years of my life working on movies, television and theme parks. We actually got by on a very minimal amount of gear—relying on our ears and our understanding of how things sounded in the rooms […]
I’m a home theater audio snob. There. I’ve said it. I see this trait as a blessing and a curse. On one hand, I’m not an early adopter to all-in ones or HTIB (home theater in a box) solutions. On the other hand, I have a good appreciation of what sounds good from a reference standpoint. My […]
Each year we cover CES in Las Vegas—the largest trade show in the world. Our CES 2015 news and show coverage is always fun and exciting, with the latest gear and technology announcements and a whole host of exciting trends that mark out what we can expect from the rest of the year. Each CES show has revealed, to […]
The new Marantz AV8802 Dolby Atmos Processor is their flagship A/V preamplifier that brings the line up to date with class-leading features and even the ability to upgrade the hardware for HDCP 2.2 compatibility. The build quality of the Marantz AV8802 is stellar, from the toroidal transformer to the three piece top cover and copper-plated chassis. The new AV8802 preamp will be available […]
There’s no question that Yamaha has some of the most feature-rich, configurable AV receivers in the industry. Their new 2014 line-up, however adds even more to the proverbial soup pot, including Wi-Fi and “Virtual Cinema Front”. We’re not so sure that Virtual Cinema Front is a good idea, but it certainly incorporates some of what […]
Denon is expanding into a new Hi-Fi series, and they’re starting with the PMA-50 Stereo Amplifier. This new Denon amp has been designed to satisfy serious Hi-Fi listeners who want a compact amplifier that still pays attention to quality—both in terms of build quality and sound reproduction. Make no mistake, the Denon PMA-50 amplifier is a “lifestyle” product—but at $599 […]
When Denon announced its latest flagship AV receiver, my ears perked up. When they told me the Denon AVR-X7200W receiver could be in my hands before it was available to the market, well…I got very excited. There are a couple of things you need to know about this receiver right up front in order to […]
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