Previews

Pass Labs XP-17 Phono Preamplifier Preview

Pass Labs doesn’t change up models unless they can make significant upgrades when compared to existing products, so when they introduced the new XP-17 Phono Preamplifier in 2017 as a replacement to their highly regarded XP-15, I knew that it would be a worthwhile trial.

BenQ TH671ST DLP Projector Preview

BenQ is offering its legendary color accuracy and image quality to gamers with the TH671ST DLP Projector. In addition to Rec.709 color and 3000 lumens, it delivers low input lag for responsive gameplay. The short-throw lens will display a 100” diagonal image from just five feet away...

BenQ HT9050 Ultra HD DLP Projector Preview

BenQ HT9050 Ultra HD DLP Projector Preview

Ultra HD is all the rage in the flat panel market but for projector users, progress has been a bit slower. I just received my first such DLP display for review today, BenQ’s HT9050. It’s the successor to last year’s HT8050 which was the first consumer-level DLP sporting 3840x2160 resolution...

Anthem MRX1120 Home Theater Receiver

Anthem MRX1120 Home Theater Receiver Preview

Earlier this year at CES 2016, the fine folks at Anthem Electronics revealed their updated MRX receiver line. These new units featured Dolby Atmos and would be upgradable to DTS:X capability via firmware download. Having had an enjoyable experience when I reviewed their entry level MRX310 two years ago...

GoldenEar SuperSub X Subwoofer Preview

GoldenEar SuperSub X Subwoofer Preview

GoldenEar has been quite busy on the subwoofer front as of late. Using the same genetic Bouillabaisse that spawned the thoroughly enjoyable SuperSub XXL, GoldenEar has come back with an even smaller, yet still filling dish called the SuperSub X. This new sub looks...