OPPO has recently released a third model in their over-the-ear headphones line, the brand new PM-3. The other two models in the lineup are named, logically, the OPPO PM-1 and PM-2.
The trailblazing staff at NAD just released all new top line stereo separates. The M12 preamp features a pure digital design with a modular case that is fully upgradeable for future signal formats or improved circuitry.
BenQ adds to its line of high-performance value-priced portable projectors with the new HC1200. A super-bright DLP model, it’s perfect for corporate warriors and home theater enthusiasts alike. Today I’ll run it through my benchmark suite and check out some 2D and 3D content.
Emotiva has earned a reputation for delivering great quality products at a substantial value to their customers. Emotiva has come a long way with their processor line, and this review covers the Emotiva XMC-1 Gen 2 which is a 7.2 channel preamplifier/processor (SSP).
OPPO has just released the HA-2 DAC and Headphone amplifier. It is sized to use with your smart phone's digital output using a USB-micro-to-USB-micro cable. With a Sabre Mobile DAC, the HA-2 will decode up to 32/384 PCM and DSD256 music stored on your phone (you will need a downloadable app).
Whether you have a need for height channels for that Dolby Atmos upgrade you are considering, or just great sounding in-ceiling or in-wall speakers for any room in the house, it can be a daunting challenge to find something that doesn't compromise on quality for convenience. The GoldenEar Invisa HTR-7000 speakers aim to meet that challenge.
Boasting high speed digital processing and HDMI connectivity, the NAD C 510 aims to bring your traditional two channel music system into the twenty-first century.
The RBH EP-SB is a well-designed wireless earbud featuring both excellent fit and top notch sound quality. The battery life is solid and more than enough for a day of casual listening or long workouts. The internal amp provides plenty of volume, helped in part to the excellent seal provided by the included Comply foam tips.
The battle of DLP vs. LCD in the value-priced projector market continues with the new HD161X from Optoma. It combines a bright sharp picture with 3D and full calibration features. It also offers a group of image enhancements that help set it apart from the competition.
When Ultimate Ears Custom contacted me about a meeting at the 2014 New York Audio Show, I said: "Absolutely"! I had a terrific experience reviewing the entry level Ultimate Ears 4 Pro Custom In Ear Monitors CEM and was eager to hear what was new in the world of custom audio...
As one of the speakers in the current JBL home-audio series, Studio 290 employs features derived from JBL longstanding history and experience in audio. This review hopefully sheds some light on the bang-for-the-buck performance of these speakers.
I wasn't able to attend CEDIA 2014 last fall in Denver where Paradigm Audio revealed their new Prestige Series, but I was able to tour their facility in Mississauga, Ontario where the speakers are completely designed and fabricated in-house. Then I was able to review them in my own space.
Today, there are more SSP options on the market, but few of them are as up-to-date as the AV7702. Considering the AV7702's hardware and feature upgrades from the AV7701, I am impressed Marantz managed to keep the price so close to the old AV7701's.