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REL 212/SX Subwoofer Review

Todd CooperiderFebruary 9, 2022

The REL 212/SX subwoofer simply offers an entirely new level of bass reproduction in both 2-channel and home theater applications, and I have 2 of them in my media room for review!

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McIntosh Announces Upgraded Versions of Two of its Award-Winning Integrated Amplifiers

SecretsFebruary 9, 2022

The New MA9500 and MA8950 Offer Additional Performance Benefits (Binghamton, NY) February 9, 2022 – McIntosh is proud to unveil its MA9500 and MA8950 Int...

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The Astell&Kern A&ultima SP2000T Portable Digital Music Player Preview

Mel MartinFebruary 7, 2022

Can a portable digital audio player be worth $2500.00? The A&ultima SP2000T from Astell & Kern is feature-rich, uses some of the best sounding DACs available, and even throws in a tube amp to warm up the sound.

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HIFIMAN Deva Pro Active Headphone with Bluetooth Preview

Mel MartinFebruary 7, 2022

Can a moderately priced headphone compete with its more expensive brothers, especially when they are made by the same company?

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Florida Audio Expo 2022 to Host Filming of Documentary from Barbaric Nightmare Productions

SecretsFebruary 7, 2022

Just a few weeks away, the third annual Florida Audio Expo is happening February 18–20, 2022 (Friday–Sunday), at the newly refurbished Embassy Suites by Hilton Tampa Airport Westshore hotel.

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DALI OBERON 9 Floor-Standing Loudspeaker Preview

Craig ChaseFebruary 2, 2022

DALI has been designing and manufacturing loudspeakers for over 35 years.

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HIFIMAN Electronics’ R9 Closed-Back Headphone Features Topology Diaphragm for Outstanding High Frequency Response

SecretsFebruary 2, 2022

The Company’s second Closed-Back Dynamic Driver Headphone Includes Super-Comfortable Earcups for Hours of Listening Pleasure BELLMORE, NY, January 27, 2022 –...

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Chris EberleFebruary 2, 2022

Sony’s UBP-X800M2 Ultra HD Blu-ray Player plays every kind of shiny disc.

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Mojo 2 Redefines The Portable Audio Standard

SecretsFebruary 2, 2022

Chord Electronics has launched Mojo 2, the replacement for the genre-defining original portable DAC/headphone amplifier.

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Pro-Ject Announces New Automatic Turntable

SecretsFebruary 2, 2022

Sumiko and Pro-Ject USA are proud to announce the new A1 Turntable from Pro-Ject Audio Systems.

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DALI Oberon 1C Bookshelf Speaker and Sound Hub Review

Indiana LangFebruary 2, 2022

I have heard of DALI (yes, it’s supposed to be all caps), but had not experienced any of their products.

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FOCAL ARIA K2 936 LIMITED EDITION LOUDSPEAKER REVIEW

Glenn YoungJanuary 31, 2022

The Focal Aria K2 936 Limited Edition loudspeakers are some of the very best home theater speakers I’ve ever heard.

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How Reel-to-Reel Tape Decks Work and My Experiences with Purchasing and Repairs…

John E. Johnson, Jr.January 28, 2022

About a year ago, I purchased a reel-to-reel tape deck on eBay. Unfortunately, it was defective, and I luckily got a refund. Then, I...

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