Review: Sony SS-CSE Atmos Speakers Elevate Home Theater
Anyone looking to add the sensation of height-directed sound effects to their Dolby Atmos-enabled home theater system for not a lot of money, will want to check out Sony’s 2018 Dolby Atmos and DTS:X SS-CSE height speaker modules. Available now at leading retailers for an…
Review: Roku TV Speakers Add Big Sound For $200
Roku, the developer of Roku media streamers and the highly popular Roku TVs, recently began selling its first wireless speakers, designed to give home theater sound to Roku TVs whose built-in sound systems haven’t been known for their great depth or impressiveness. We recently had…
Firmware Updates For `eARC’ Begin To Arrive
If you recently purchased a better-performing AV receiver, soundbar and 4K television, there is a good chance a significant boost in performance and convenience is heading your way soon. That’s because manufacturers including Sony, Denon and others have either recently pushed to select step-up products…
Revitalized KLH Speaker Brand To Make CEDIA Appearance Under New Owner
Renowned speaker and audio brand KLH will make its appearance next month at CEDIA Expo since being acquired by long-time Klipsch sales president David P. Kelley. The newly rejuvenated brand and company, which made an appearance at CES 2018, plans to use its showcase in…
Denon Delivers Mid-Range AVR-X3500H Receiver With eARC, ALLM
Denon this month introduced a more affordable version of its popular X-series audio video receivers for 2018 in the AVR-X3500H. The mid-range Denon AVR-X3500H, which is available for a $999 retail price, is a 7.2-channel model with 180 watts per channel power and complements a…
Onkyo USA Adds TEAC Brand
Onkyo USA said Tuesday it has reached an agreement for the exclusive distribution rights to market and distribute TEAC-branded home entertainment products in the United States and Latin America. Through the agreement, Onkyo garners access to TEAC’s established marketing and distribution networks covering a variety…
Yamaha BAR 400 Sound Bar Brings Wireless Rear-Channel Option
Yamaha introduced Tuesday its first MusicCast-enabled sound bar offering the ability to add on optional wireless speakers. The value-added MusicCast BAR 400, which will carry a $499.95 suggested retail when it hits store shelves in September, is positioned as sound bar that can be…
Yamaha Unveils Slimline 5.1-Ch. RX-S602 AV Receiver With Wireless Surrounds
Yamaha introduced Tuesday its new 5.1-channel Slimline-designed AV receiver — the RX-S602 — featuring wireless connectivity options and Alexa voice control. The compact Yamaha RX-S602, which will ship in August at a $649.95 suggested retail price, is designed for audiophiles with limited space for AV…
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