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Hulu Begins Its Password Crackdown

— April 22, 2024 02:00

Hulu Begins Its Password Crackdown

As of March 14th, 2024, Hulu has banned the sharing of account login information to friends and family outside the account-holder’s household. Rule breakers risk having their accounts suspended!

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GPS Tech Company Garmin Acquires JL Audio ‑ Yacht Rock Lives On!

— October 30, 2023 00:00

GPS Tech Company Garmin Acquires JL Audio - Yacht Rock Lives On!

Garmin has signed a purchase agreement to acquire JL Audio, the maker of some of the world’s best subwoofers. It might seem like a mismatch if you don’t follow JL Audio’s hugely successful offerings.

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3 New Monitor Audio Anthra Subwoofers You Can Make Wireless with REL HT‑Air MKII

— October 27, 2023 00:00

3 New Monitor Audio Anthra Subwoofers You Can Make Wireless with REL HT-Air MKII

This 3-strong lineup of Monitor Audio's Anthra subwoofers feature all new drivers, amps, and app control. Make them wireless with REL’s new HT-Air MKII Wireless subwoofer connection kit for only $139!

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Primare SPA25 Prisma 11.2CH AV Receiver & Tidal RISING

— October 23, 2023 00:00

Primare SPA25 Prisma 11.2CH AV Receiver & Tidal RISING

Today we look at the SPA25 Prisma, an 11 channel high-end AVR with Dirac Live from the Swedish audio manufacturer Primare. We also look at Tidal’s newly revamped artist support program, Tidal Rising.

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Bluesound Node X, PSB Alpha iQ, Radical NAD M66 Streaming Preamp

— October 16, 2023 00:00

Bluesound Node X, PSB Alpha iQ, Radical NAD M66 Streaming Preamp

We’re taking a look at 3 promising BluOS streaming products; the Bluesound Node X Streaming amp, PSB Alpha iQ streaming speaker, and the NAD M66 Streaming DAC-Preamplifier with Dirac and 4 sub outs!

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PlayStation Adds Atmos and Tidal’s FLAC Woes

— October 12, 2023 00:00

PlayStation Adds Atmos and Tidal’s FLAC Woes

Sony’s PlayStation 5 is getting support for Dolby Atmos gaming! Less exciting is the news that Tidal’s adoption of high-res FLAC is turning out to be less of a crowd-pleaser than we first expected.

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Audeze MM‑100 & Sennheiser HD 660S2 Two Affordable Open‑Back Headphones!

— October 09, 2023 00:15

Audeze MM-100 & Sennheiser HD 660S2 Two Affordable Open-Back Headphones!

Audeze MM-100 ($399) planar magnetic headphone and Sennheiser's HD 660S2 headphone($599.95), both are open-back designs with neutral sound signatures aimed at the pro audio and audiophile communities.

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Klipsch Reference RP‑1600SW 16" MONSTER Sub Giveaway!

— October 01, 2023 00:00

Klipsch Reference RP-1600SW 16" MONSTER Sub Giveaway!

Klipsch Reference RP-1600SW 16" Monster Subwoofer Giveaway! Entry is Free! Shipping is FREE! Enter to WIN this truly monstrous subwoofer before midnight Halloween night, Oct 31st, 2023 11:59PM ET.

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Get Streaming with WiiM, NAD, and Cambridge Audio

— September 29, 2023 00:30

Get Streaming with WiiM, NAD, and Cambridge Audio

Looking to add streaming to your existing audio system? The WiiM Pro Plus ($219), NAD CS1 ($349), and Cambridge Audio AXN1($499) and MXN10 ($499) let you choose your preferred form-factor. Read on.

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AV Quick Takes: Focal And Naim Continue Their Quest For World Domination

— September 26, 2023 00:45

AV Quick Takes: Focal And Naim Continue Their Quest For World Domination

There is a rapid expansion of the Focal Powered by Naim store network which is good news for you. The VerVent Audio group, which owns Focal and Naim, has opened 11 new locations since January 2023!

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AVPro Global Acquires AudioControl Home Division

— September 15, 2023 00:00

AVPro Global Acquires AudioControl Home Division

AVPro Global, the parent company of AVPro Edge, Murideo, and Bullet Train audio/video distribution products, has acquired the Home Audio division of AudioControl.

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BluOS 4.0 Promises Improved Interface, Better Search, Faster Navigation

— September 11, 2023 08:00

BluOS 4.0 Promises Improved Interface, Better Search, Faster Navigation

The BluOS 4.0 control app was announced at CEDIA, promising an improved interface with better search, a more personalized experience, and faster navigation for popular devices from Bluesound, NAD, and PSB.

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AV Quick Takes: Sony Acquires Headphone Maker Audeze

— September 04, 2023 00:05

AV Quick Takes: Sony Acquires Headphone Maker Audeze

Sony is acquiring Audeze, the California company known for making some of the world’s best planar magnetic headphones. Will Sony's newest headphones and earbuds have Audeze tech inside? Read on.

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AV Quick Takes: Looks Matter in Audio?

— August 29, 2023 00:10

AV Quick Takes: Looks Matter in Audio?

Today we look at three existing products that get refreshed with new looks! The KEF LS60 Wireless Lotus Edition, the Bowers & Wilkins Px8 McLaren Edition, and the PSB Alpha iQ streaming speakers.

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AV Quick Takes: Dayton Audio’s DTA‑100ST Desktop Amp and BST‑300EX Bass Shaker

— August 25, 2023 15:00

AV Quick Takes: Dayton Audio’s DTA-100ST Desktop Amp and BST-300EX Bass Shaker

Today we'll look at Dayton Audio's DTA-100ST ($135), a compact Bluetooth stereo amplifier, and the BST-300EX ($90), a powerful bass shaker for serious home theater and gaming rigs. Read on.

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AV Quick Takes: Severtson’s New Deluxe In‑Ceiling Screens

— August 23, 2023 00:40

AV Quick Takes: Severtson’s New Deluxe In-Ceiling Screens

Can't do a fixed screen? Check out the new in-ceiling motorized projection screens from Severtson. Making their formal debut at CEDIA 2023, these new screens are designed for all kinds of environments.

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AV Quick Takes: Are Retro Amps The Next Big Thing?

— August 14, 2023 00:10

AV Quick Takes: Are Retro Amps The Next Big Thing?

At the 2023 High End audio show in Munich, a new Musical Fidelity A1 made an appearance, looking VERY similar to the 1984 original. Naim launched the NAIT 50, a “remaster” of the NAIT from 1983.

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AV Quick Takes: Prime Video’s New ‘Dialogue Boost’ Feature

— July 28, 2023 00:20

AV Quick Takes: Prime Video’s New ‘Dialogue Boost’ Feature

Amazon’s Prime Video streaming service has launched a new accessibility feature called Dialogue Boost. This innovative feature uses artificial intelligence to make dialogue easier to hear. Read on.

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RSL Speakers Speedwoofer 12S Subwoofer Giveaway!

— July 03, 2023 08:00

RSL Speakers Speedwoofer 12S Subwoofer Giveaway!

We Review it, You Win it! The Audioholics giveaway is back! An RSL Speedwoofer 12S Subwoofer is up for grabs for one lucky winner. Easy entry is always FREE to register! Enter now to WIN!

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MQA’s Future Uncertain As Tidal Adopts High‑Res FLAC

— June 16, 2023 00:05

MQA’s Future Uncertain As Tidal Adopts High-Res FLAC

MQA has filed for bankruptcy as it looks for a buyer. Meanwhile, Tidal will begin streaming in high-res FLAC. For now, Tidal’s existing MQA catalogue will remain available but can they coexist?

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AV Quick Takes: Denon Acquires Australian Headphone Maker Nura

— June 10, 2023 00:00

AV Quick Takes: Denon Acquires Australian Headphone Maker Nura

Denon has acquired Nura, the relatively small Australian headphone maker known for its personalized sound technology that tunes itself to the users unique hearing capabilities. Read on.

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AV Quick Takes: Apple Music Classical and Audyssey MultEQ‑X Pro Enhancements

— June 05, 2023 00:45

AV Quick Takes: Apple Music Classical and Audyssey MultEQ-X Pro Enhancements

There's a new classical music streaming service from Apple, and Audyssey’s new MultEQ-X Pro software for AV businesses with ver 1.5 updates offering much needed performance improvements we discuss.

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AV Quick Takes: Dayton Audio HTA Series Amps and ‘The Dark Side of the Moon’ Deluxe Box Set

— May 24, 2023 00:20

AV Quick Takes: Dayton Audio HTA Series Amps and ‘The Dark Side of the Moon’ Deluxe Box Set

Today we look at the Dayton Audio HTA Series hybrid tube integrated amps and the 50th Anniversary Deluxe Box Set of Pink Floyd’s “The Dark Side Of The Moon” in Spatial Audio surround!

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AV Quick Takes: Klipsch Reference Premiere Subwoofers

— May 17, 2023 00:00

AV Quick Takes: Klipsch Reference Premiere Subwoofers

New Klipsch’s Reference Premiere series subwoofers promise huge improvements in driver tech, amplifier power and reliability. The RP-1600SW has a 16" driver and we will be reviewing that beast soon.

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IsoAcoustics Loudspeaker Isolation System Giveaway!

— May 15, 2023 12:55

IsoAcoustics Loudspeaker Isolation System Giveaway!

Audioholics IsoAcoustics loudspeaker isolation system Giveaway! Win two sets of GAIA isolation feet for tower speakers & an Aperta300 isolation stand for a center channel speaker. Improve your sound!

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Yamaha A‑S1200 Amplifier Giveaway ($2999.95 Value)

— May 12, 2023 12:00

Yamaha A-S1200 Amplifier Giveaway ($2999.95 Value)

Yamaha A-S1200 integrated amplifier Sweepstakes. Entry FREE to WIN one of Yamaha's new audiophile-grade amplifiers, designed for the love of music. Entry ends June 12, 2023.

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AV Quick Takes: The $149 WiiM Pro High Resolution Music Streamer

— May 07, 2023 23:40

AV Quick Takes: The $149 WiiM Pro High Resolution Music Streamer

The WiiM Pro music streamer is both versatile and affordable with a built-in high quality DAC to satisfy the most discerning audiophile that wants to get the highest streaming resolution possible.

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AV Quick Takes: Monoprice Blackbird 8K HDMI Hardware

— May 04, 2023 00:20

AV Quick Takes: Monoprice Blackbird 8K HDMI Hardware

In today's Quick Takes, we look at a variety of new 8K HDMI switches, splitters, and matrix solutions from Monoprice’s Blackbird line of AV accessories. Read on.

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AV Quick Takes: Bowers & Wilkins Upgraded Pi7 S2 and Pi5 S2 True Wireless Earbuds

— April 27, 2023 00:00

AV Quick Takes: Bowers & Wilkins Upgraded Pi7 S2 and Pi5 S2 True Wireless Earbuds

The new Pi7 S2 and Pi5 S2 True Wireless earbuds from Bowers & Wilkins offer new tech and improved sound. Both models feature enhanced connectivity, longer battery life, and new premium finishes.