Samsung Reveals High-End Atmos/DTS:X Q Soundbars
Samsung Electronics formally launched this week its top two Dolby Atmos/DTS:X supporting soundbars for 2020 — the HW-Q950T and the HW-Q900T. Both models also support the new Enhanced Audio Return Channel (eARC) feature from the HDMI 2.1 spec, enabling greater bi-directional data transfer capable of…
Denon Introduces 1st`8K-Ready’ S-Series AVR – The AVR-S960H
Those in need of an AVR today but aren’t quite ready for an 8K TV, might want to consider purchasing Denon’s new AVR-S960H S-series AVR, which is billed as a 4K home theater AVR with “8K on tap” for future system upgrades. Denon said the…
Samsung Reveals 2020 Soundbar Pricing, Availability
In tandem with Thursday’s announcement of Samsung’s first 4K QLED outdoor TV line (The Terrace) and corresponding all-weather Terrace soundbar, the manufacturer officially revealed pricing, availability and specifications on its full 2020 soundbar offerings. Much of the details on these soundbars was previously announced at…
LG Launches 2020 Sound Bar Line With Meridian Audio Technology
LG USA formally launched Monday its 2020 sound bar lineup that was developed in consultation with precision U.K.-based high-fidelity resource Meridian Audo Technologies, bringing advanced, immersive surround sound capabilities to flat-panel TV owners. This year’s lineup features eight models ranging in on-board power from 380…
AudioControl Ships 5 Advanced Surround Sound Solutions
Seattle-based high-performance audio equipment manufacturer AudioControl said Tuesday that it is now shipping three new Concert Series A/V receivers (AVRs) and a pair of Maestro Series A/V preamp/processors, each bringing an advanced new industrial design, flexible high-tech features and meticulous engineering to deliver premium home…
LG Hints At New Soundbar Updates Before CES 2020
LG Electronics’ (LG) corporate office in South Korea revealed Thursday that the company will use CES 2020 (starting Jan. 6th) to launch its new soundbar lineup, which has been designed to integrate easily and visually with the company’s televisions while delivering premium quality audio, easy…
IMAX Enhanced Celebrates First Year In The Market
It’s been a year since the IMAX Enhanced 4K HDR software and flagship consumer electronics certification program was launched. For most of that time the effort has focused on building the base of studios, distributors, manufacturers and retail partners. Now it’s consumer time. HD Guru…
Review: Samsung HW-Q80R Soundbar Is A Room Filler
Samsung has been introducing truly impressive soundbars in recent years and this year’s Q series lineup is no exception. For this review we received the 2019 Samsung Harman/Kardon HW-Q80R Soundbar ($997.99 retail price), which slots just below the top of the line HW-Q90R ($1,397.99) and…
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