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  1. gene

    HiFiMAN HE-1000 V2 Headphone Review

    The HiFiMAN HE-1000 V2 represents the latest update to original HiFiMAN’s HE-1000 flagship headphones. With an improved ergonomic design and slightly different sound tuning, the V2 aims to recapture the same magic which has earned the original headphones many of its accolades since its...
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    Bookshelf Speaker Roundup of 2017 AXPONA

    Anyone searching for new bookshelf speakers would do well to take a look at what's happening at AXPONA, which is rapidly becoming the premiere audio show for North America. AXPONA (Audio Expo North America) rolled into the Chicagoland area again where we were ready and waiting to take in all the...
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    Virtual Reality: Whole Lotta Hype - For Now

    We have no doubt Virtual Reality (VR) will mature into an amazing experience for gamers. Someday, when VR no longer requires total isolation and a face-mask, it might carry the kind of mainstream appeal as home theater when it comes to bringing alternate realities to the masses. Think Star Trek...
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    OPPO UDP-205 Universal Ultra HD Blu-ray Player Preview

    As I stated in my preview, if you're NOT using the analog audio outputs, get the UDP-203 model. What makes OPPO usually stand out above much of its competition is a better and quicker interface. Try loading up a Blu-ray on an older Samsung BD player. It's painfully slow and quirky. Also I've...
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    OPPO UDP-205 Universal Ultra HD Blu-ray Player Preview

    OPPO Digital announced their UDP-205 4K Ultra HD Audiophile Blu-ray Disc player is available for purchase. A step-up version of the recently released UDP-203, the UDP-205 brings top-of-the-line audio performance to a universal player that supports 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray and many other digital audio...
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    How to Convert a Regular Room to a Home Theater

    Good suggestion Rang. My theater room does in fact have that and it's a very useful addition since phones usually can't be heard when things get blasting.
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    Pioneer VSX-532 and VSX-832 5.1 Channel AV Receiver Preview

    If you are looking for an AV receiver for under $500 with lots of connectivity options, Pioneer might have the right product for you. Both the new VSX-532 and the VSX-832 AV receivers pack a lot of useful features at very modest price points. If you’re looking for all this plus wireless...
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    How to Convert a Regular Room to a Home Theater

    So you've got the itch to put in a home theater. But, how does one go about doing this and what room should you use? This quick guide gives you a step by step procedure to make it a reality. Be sure to watch our related YouTube video and check out all of the embedded article links to dive...
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    Denon HEOS Soundbar Preview

    Denon has announced its latest entries into the HEOS line that includes a new soundbar they call: HEOS Bar. The Bar will take its place in the HEOS line alongside its earlier soundbar offering HEOS HomeCinema. The HEOS Bar promises to be a slightly more upscale soundbar with multiple HDMI ports...
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    Rotel RAP-1580 Home Theater Surround Amplified Processor Preview

    Looking for an ultra-high-performance multichannel, integrated amplifier with surround processing components? Audio company Rotel thinks they have what you're looking for with their new RAP-1580 Home Theater Surround Amplified Processor featuring the latest in immersive surround sound from Dolby...
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    Trump Rolls Back Online Privacy in Regulatory Shell Game

    President Donal Trump just signed a repeal for an FCC privacy regulation designed to protect consumers from Internet providers selling their data. If present deregulation continues, your ISP and wireless provider will be able to sell your browsing history, app usage and geolocation information...
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    Denon/Marantz Audyssey MultEQ Editor App Allows Full Customization of Sound

    It's still not as flexible as mDSP which allows customization of every input and output but it may be good enough for most people's needs and much easier to setup and edit since it's built into the AVR.
  13. gene

    Denon/Marantz Audyssey MultEQ Editor App Allows Full Customization of Sound

    Yep. I'm in the same boat as you as I have an AVP-A1HDCI that doesn't support this upgrade :(
  14. gene

    Denon/Marantz Audyssey MultEQ Editor App Allows Full Customization of Sound

    Denon and Marantz have launched a new Audyssey MultEQ Editor app, giving home theater enthusiasts control to refine and customize the set-up of their systems for even better surround sound. The app is accessible via a tablet or smartphone device and allows for full curve editing and limiting to...
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    Genesis Maestro Floorstanding Speakers Preview

    Realize that Toyota mass produces the Camry which brings the cost way down and there is also obviously a lot more markup in loudspeakers than there is in automobiles. Dealers make a large portion of their $$$ in service for the most part. Speakers usually don't require much service in...
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    Denon AVR-S730H 7.2 CH Atmos/DTS:X AV Receiver Preview

    Denon has announced several new products with integrated HEOS wireless, multi-room functionality. The AVR-S730H is our focus in this preview but two other models in this series are set to hit the market this month bringing HEOS to Denon's affordable S-series and potentially a much wider audience...
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    Genesis Maestro Floorstanding Speakers Preview

    Genesis Advanced Technologies has updated their V series speaker, now dubbed the "Maestro", for those who want a state-of the-art speaker system and have the money to pay for it. This 5-way design packs nine drivers in a modestly-sized tower speaker and projects sound in a full dipole dispersion...
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    Pro Audio SCRS-6c-iw In-Wall or In-Ceiling Speaker Preview

    Looking for your new in-wall or in-ceiling speakers to complete you new Dolby Atmos or DTS:X home theater room? Home audio company Pro Audio recently released their new SCRS-6c-iw 8” in wall or in ceiling speaker. The speaker measures in at an 8” square, but the 3.9” depth may be just what you...
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