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New Oppo Universal DVD Player Comes With Upgraded Audio Capabilities
The original Oppo Digital DVD player from Chinese manufacturer BBK Electronics is renowned for superb video performance at an incredible low price - now its even more economical sibling, the DV-970HD ($149 US) gives slightly downgraded video, but more versatile features including enhanced audio performance for DVD-Audio and multichannel SACD (Hartford Courier, 13-Oct-2006)
Yamaha Introduces New One-Box Surround Sound Speaker System
Yamaha has added a new top-of-the-line model to its Digital Sound Projector line of one-box surround speaker systems - the YSP-1100 ($1,700 US) uses proprietary electronics processing and your room's walls to direct rear channel sound behind your listening position for surround sound simulation from a single speaker unit (Big Picture Big Sound, 30-Sep-2006)
Elliot Scheiner Tunes His ELS Surround Audio System for New 2007 Acura RDX
Grammy Award winning audio engineer/producer Elliot Scheiner talks about surround car audio and the tweaked-up version of his ELS DVD-Audio-based multichannel surround sound system going into Acura's 2007 RDX - and why it makes a better listening environment than a pro recording studio (Car Audio and Electronics, 27-Sep-2006)
Meridian's New Generation of In-Wall and In-Ceiling Speakers Rival the Best Free-Standing Models
Meridian's new 200-Series in-ceiling (from $397 US each) and 300-Series in-wall powered speakers (from $2,395 US each) achieve new levels of accuracy and refinement among flush-mount loudspeakers, for high-end multi-channel audio installations where the speakers must be invisible (Big Picture Big Sound, 24-Sep-2006)
McIntosh Forges Ahead Into High-End Home Theater With New Surround Audio Processor
High-end audio manufacturer McIntosh Labs continues its push into the home theater market with its upcoming AP-1000 audio switcher and surround processor ($11,000 US), featuring automatic correction processing for room speaker placement problems - due in stores in early 2007 (Big Picture Big Sound, 23-Sep-2006)
Review: Pioneer Elite DV-79AVi DVD Player
The DV-79AVi ($1,000 US) is a universal player that handles every imaginable audio format except the new Blu-Ray and HD DVD formats, offering excellent sound, bass management and connectivity options for both DVD-Audio and SACD, as well as superb picture and sound for DVD-Video (Ultimate AV, 27-Aug-2006)
Review: Classe SSP-300 Surround Processor and CA-5100 Amplifier
Incredibly transparent sound, a cool touch screen interface, great build quality, good looks, and ease of use - it all makes a compelling case for the new SSP-300 Surround Processor ($4,500 US) and CA-5100 Multi-Channel Amplifier ($5,000 US) (Home Theater, 29-Jul-2006)
Review: JBL Cinema Sound Speaker System
The Cinema Sound Series departs from JBL tradition by delivering neutral sound quality and elegant modern looks, for a compelling and affordable surround audio package: floor-standing tower speakers (CST55, $379 US each), center-channel (CSC55, $329 US) and subwoofer (CSS10, $429 US) (Home Theater, 26-Jul-2006)
Review: Cambridge SoundWorks SurroundWorks 200 Virtual Home Theater System
For $1,000 (US), gives you a 3-piece surround system, just a DVD/DVD-Audio player/receiver unit, a subwoofer, and a main speaker box that houses 3 speakers and simulates surround effects using patented Binaura technology - it doesn't sound great, especially for DVD-Audio, but you can't beat the convenience (Home Theater, 25-Jul-2006)
Need a Few Million to Make Your Next Surround Recording? Just Ask
The first ever high-resolution surround audio recording (multichannel SACD) of the complete Wagner Ring Cycle (14 discs) is being released by Australian independent label Melba Recordings, but it would never have happened without a $5 million (A) grant from the Australian government (Bloomberg.com, 25-Jul-2006)
Review: Oppo DVD 970 HD Universal DVD-Video/DVD-Audio/SACD Player
Possibly the best buy ever in a high-resolution DVD player, the Oppo DV-970HD ($149 US, distributor direct) handles any format you care to throw at it (anyone for DivX, HDCD or Kodak PhotoCD?), and offers respectable audio performance with DVD-Audio and SACD (Audiophile Audition, 24-Jul-2006)
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Review: MartinLogan Depth Powered Subwoofer
The Depth ($1795 US) is a small servo-controlled subwoofer based on the same proprietary TriLinear technology (3 small drivers doing the work of one) used in MartinLogan's high-end Statement E2 system, and it delivers powerful, tuneful, pitch-accurate bass (Stereophile, 22-Aug-2004)
Review: DAC1 Tells the Truth
Benchmark Media Systems' DAC1 ($975 US) is among the best of the current crop of affordable, high-quality D/A converters, delivering transparent digital audio with precise imaging and depth of soundstage (Digital Pro Sound, 4-Aug-2004)
Review: Native Instruments Express Keyboards
Virtual instrument developer NI has bundled simplified versions of 3 of its most popular plug-ins (PRO-53 Xpress, B4Xpress and FM7 Xpress) as Xpress Keyboards ($119 US), and it's a great value for home recordists and other who don't need all the power features of the full software versions (Mac Audio Pro, 1-Aug-2004)
Dynaudio Contour 1.3SE
Danish speaker maker Dynaudio offers the Contour 1.3SE ($3,499 per pair, US), a rear port bass reflex monitor design that sounds great as long as you have the amp power to drive it (About Stereos, 27-Jul-2004)
Integra DPC-8.5
Integra's new high-performance universal player ($700 US) handles nearly every disc format in use today, including DVD-Audio and multichannel SACD, it boasts exceptional sound and video specifications, and it won't break the bank (Stereophile Ultimate A/V, 26-Jul-2004)
Arcam FMJ CD33 CD Player
With SACD and DVD-Audio currently stalled in the marketplace, audiophiles seeking excellent 2-channel stereo reproduction are well served by the FMJ CD33 ($2,499 US), Arcam's new top-of-the-line CD player (Stereophile, 18-Jul-2004)
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Review: Onkyo SKS-HT540 8-Speaker Surround Package
Onkyo's SKS-HT540 speaker package ($300 US) is broken out from the Onkyo HT-S790 complete home-theater-in-a-box, these speakers sound good enough to cost twice as much, making them a truly exceptional value (CNET, 22-Jul-2006)
Acura RDX - Drive With the Best Automotive Sound System Yet
Acura's new RDX cross-over SUV is a lifestyle vehicle that's a blast to drive, and much of the pleasure comes from its optional 410-watt DVD-audio surround package - an "absolutely astonishing sound system" (Los Angeles Times, 22-Jul-2006)
Audio and Home Theater Manufacturers Must Learn from Apple, Make It Easy and Intuitive
Complicated cabling is killing surround audio, but maybe HDMI - with its promise of one-cable connections - marks an industry turning point towards easy set-up and home use (Audio/Video Revolution, 20-Jul-2006)
Extract and Rip Audio from DVD Video Discs with DVD Audio Extractor
Computer Application Studio's DVD Audio Extractor lets you rip audio streams (including DTS and Dolby Digital tracks) from video DVDs and save them as OGG, MP3, Wave or FLAC files - also offers 1-step transfers to audio CD (Personal Computer World, 30-Jun-2006)
2007 Acura RDX Offers 10-Speaker DVD-Audio and iPod Connectivity
Acura continues to lead the pack in providing high-performance audio features, the new 2007 RDX has a 7-speaker audio system with iPod input jack as standard, and offers 10-speaker DVD-Audio surround system as an option (The Car Connection, 12-Jun-2006)
Review: Marantz SR9600 THX Ultra 2 AV Surround Receiver
Although it's pricey ($4,000 US) in today's bargain-conscious market for audio electronics, the Marantz SR9600 delivers the goods and then some, with superb sonics, ergonomic brilliance and outstanding build quality - plus every feature you can imagine for top-tier surround audio (Ultimate AV, 27-May-2006)
Acura Takes a High-Tech Turn
Along with all of its well-implemented high-tech and safety features (all of them standard), the new Acura RL arriving in October is fun to drive, highlighted by its great-sounding Bose DVD-Audio multichannel custom sound system (Kiplinger.com, 3-Sep-2004)
Serious Hurdles For DualDisc's Successful Launch This October
Although the four major music labels seem to be serious about promoting the new DualDisc format, there are several problems that may scuttle the launch, including patent and publishing issues, as well as consumer resistance to high prices and incompatabilities (Audio/Video Revolution, 2-Sep-2004)
Review: Axiom Millennia M80ti Floor-Standing Tower Loudspeaker
A worthwhile upgrade: - the top-of-the-line M80ti full-range speakers ($1,100 US per pair) add precision and weight to the bottom end of any Axiom 5.1 surround speaker package, and even add a little extra to Axiom's characteristic transparency and detail (AudioWorld, 1-Sep-2004)
Now Ear This
Menttor's 5.1 Surround Sound Headphones are designed to provide personal surround sound from multichannel sources such as Dolby Digital soundtracks and DVD-Audio discs, cramming enough tiny headphone speakers in the headset to deliver five discrete channels of audio (Melbourne Herald Sun, 1-Sep-2004)
Onkyo's DVD Changer Spins a New Tune
Onkyo's moderately-priced DV-CP802 universal disc player ($500 US) is a killer high-definition audio player, handling both DVD-Audio and SA-CD discs, as well as MP3 and WMA files (PC World, 31-Aug-2004)
DVD-Audio Review: Legion of Boom - Crystal Method
This is a disc that can really light up your multi-channel system, with music that is perfect for surround sound, recorded and mixed aggressively for 5.1 (Audio/Video Revolution, 28-Aug-2004)
Velodyne Introduces DLS-R Subwoofers
Subwoofer specialist Velodyne's new computer-controlled Distortion Limiting System (DLS-R) Series of subs includes 4 models ranging in price from $399 to $799 (US), with drivers sized from 8" to 15", and Maximum Dynamic Power (MDP) amplifiers from 160 - 500 Watts (HomeToys, 28-Aug-2004)
DualDisc... the Latest Major Label Folly
The major music labels seem to think it's just the thing to spur consumer acceptance of high resolution audio discs, but it seems more likely it will turn out to be yet another bonehead move by the music companies (AudioWorld, 26-Aug-2004)
DVD-Audio Release of Polyphonic Spree's 'Together We're Heavy' Promises a Powerful Surround Experien...
Polyphonic Spree, the 24-member baroque pop ensemble led by Tim DeLaughter, says the 5.1-channel remix of its 2nd album, to be released Sept.14 by DTS Entertainment, allows the band to truly realize what they had envisioned musically - 'so many nuances that come to life in surround' (DVD-Audio Daily, 24-Aug-2004)
CD On One Side, DVD On the Other
A consortium of record labels, including the major music companies EMI, Sony/BMG, Universal and Warner, is moving ahead with a plan to introduce the new DualDisc format later this year, discs with regular CD audio on one side, and high-resolution audio and multimedia content (DVD-Audio and video) on the other (CNET NEWS, 24-Aug-2004)
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SACD and Video?
CS2CD is a company touting its own technology that claims to integrate DVD-Video content with regular CD audio content, and potentially SACD multichannel audio material, all on a single-sided disc (Stereophile, 16-Aug-2004)
Driving the Digital Den
As networked, hard-drive-centred audio systems for home entertainment usher in a new 'digital den' consumer era, there is a strong possibility that the well-known consumer electronics brands of today will fall by the wayside (Stereophile, 2-Aug-2004)
New Site Listing: NIRO
Single-speaker surround sound, developed by Niro Nakamichi - proprietary NIROSON Cinema technology creates a true 5.1 surround audio field using HRTF processing (added 2-Aug-2004)
Review: Dynaudio Contour 1.3SE
Danish speaker maker Dynaudio offers the Contour 1.3SE ($3,499 per pair, US), a rear port bass reflex monitor design that sounds great as long as you have the amp power to drive it (About Stereos, 27-Jul-2004)
New Site Listing: BOI AudioWorks
Vacuum tubes for audiophiles and guitar amp enthusiasts: Sovtek, SED, Svetlana, EH, Ei - accurate matching, fast shipping (added 27-Jul-2004)
DualDisc Roll Out Challenged by Euro Patent Holder
The roll-out of the hybrid DualDisc DVD-Audio/CD format later this year - the music industry's effort to spark consumer interest in high-resolution multichannel music - may be hampered by Germany's DVD Plus International, which claims ownership of the technology (The Register, 9-Aug-2004)
New Products From McIntosh
McIntosh Laboratory has unveiled three new high-performance surround sound components that will be shipping soon, including the MVP861 Universal SACD/DVD-Audio Player ($4,000 US), the MX135 A/V multichannel control center ($7,600 US), and the MC207 7-channel power amp ($6,000 US) (Stereophile, 9-Aug-2004)
One-Speaker Surround Sound
NIRO continues to expand its line of single-speaker "surround" audio systems, designed by noted developer Niro Nakamichi, with the Niro 400 ($450 US), Niro 600 ($600 US) and top-of-the-line Niro Reference ($900 US), all featuring advanced "Niroson" surround simulation based on HRTF processing (Stereophile Ultimate AV, 9-Aug-2004)
Third Annual Surround Music Awards Finalists Announced
The finalists in all categories have been announced for the third annual Surround Music Awards (SMAs), with winners to be announced at a star-studded event taking place August 31, 2004 at The Highlands in Hollywood, CA (DVD-Audio Daily, 7-Aug-2004)
JupiterResearch Sizes Home Theater Surround Sound Market and Profit Potential
The latest home theater market research finds that 24% of U.S. households now have surround audio systmes, and that there is a consumer trend of upgrading inexpensive home-theater-in-a-box systems to pricey multichannel setups in the $1,000 - $5,000 (US) range (Tekrati, 3-Aug-2004)
New Site Listing: NIRO
Single-speaker surround sound, developed by Niro Nakamichi - proprietary NIROSON Cinema technology creates a true 5.1 surround audio field using HRTF processing (added 2-Aug-2004)
New Site Listing: Klegg Audio
Home-theater-in-a-box systems, and multichannel satellite-and-sub speaker systems, using distinctive egg-shapped speakers (added 31-Jul-2004)
DVD-Audio Evolving In Era Of Flash Memory, Hard Disks
The adoption of the aacPlus codec for use as an optional compressed-audio track on DVD-Audio discs will allow both 2-channel and multichannel audio to be transferred from DVD-A to portable audio players and other digital audio devices (T.W.I.C.E., 26-Jul-2004)
Subs with Smarts
Thiel Audio's new SmartSub family of subwoofers (SS1 - $2900, SS2 - $4900, SS3 - $6900, SS4 - $8900, all prices US) feature built-in electronics that set ideal crossover adjustments once you enter information about your main speakers (Home Theater Magazine, 26-Jul-2004)
Review: Integra DPC-8.5
Integra's new high-performance universal player ($700 US) handles nearly every disc format in use today, including DVD-Audio and multichannel SACD, it boasts exceptional sound and video specifications, and it won't break the bank (Stereophile Ultimate A/V, 26-Jul-2004)
Denon's AVR-3803: Home Alone
The AVR-3803 ($950 US) was the top-selling receiver in dollars through brick-and-mortar retailers for the 12 months ending May 2004, accounting for 5% of all receiver sales during the period (T.W.I.C.E., 26-Jul-2004)
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