Audio
KEF Debuts the XIO Soundbar
The ultra-slim XIO offers a 5.1.2 configuration and 12 Class D amplifiers.
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Focal Introduces Diva Mezza Utopia Wireless Active Speaker
Delivering 500 watts per speaker, the system features a dual-stage power supply.
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Research: Headphones Market Poised for Recovery
New Futuresource Consulting report shows that global headphones market recorded a 4.3% year-on-year increase in shipments during Q1 2025.
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Nothing and KEF Collaborate to Launch Headphone (1)
Headphone (1) is Nothing’s first over-ear audio product and the debut device created through its partnership with KEF under the Sound by KEF initiative.
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FiiO Launches K15 Desktop DAC and Headphone Amplifier
Uses dual AKM AK4497S DAC chips, part of AKM’s new “Velvet Sound” series.
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Alfatron Electronics Releases Dante Ceiling Speakers
The Alfatron ALFC-657D is sold in master and slave pairs and connected via a Dante audio network.
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Luxsin Audio Releases X9 Headphone DAC/Amp
Features 6000 mW/16-ohm output, AK4499EX DAC chip, and HP-EQ technology that supports over 2500 headphone models.
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StormAudio Launches Core 16+ Processor
Expands the Core 16’s channel capacity and adds advanced features via a software upgrade.
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KEF America Announces Promotion of Stephanie Scola to Executive Vice President
Also elevates Alec Chanin to deputy president of KEF Audio Group.
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Monitor Audio Adds High Gloss White of Studio 89 Speakers
Joins the High-Gloss Black version originally introduced in 2024.
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Focal Adds Two UL-certified In-Ceiling Speakers to its 100-T Series
The new speakers are designed for large public spaces such as luxury hotels and high-end restaurants.
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Cambridge Audio Releases Evo 150 SE Special Edition Amplifier
Delivers 150 watts per channel into 8 ohms and includes the company’s StreamMagic streaming platform.
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Bluesound Introduces New POWERNODE Wireless Streaming Amp
Offers 100 watts per channel of refined DirectDigital amplification for more power and lower distortion sound.
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Gary Dayton Acquires Thiel Service and Repair Company Coherent Source Service
The former THIEL service manager to repair all legacy Thiel loudspeaker models (1977-2012).
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Ferrum Audio Delivers WANDLA Firmware Upgrade
WANDLA 2.0.0 is a free firmware update for its family of digital-to-analog converters.
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Evan Grimm Joins Leon in Senior Marketing Role
Brings nearly two decades of relevant experience to the company.
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From Living Rooms to Restaurants
How Sonos can help integrators break into the light commercial market.
Audio
Acurus Introduces M8X and M4X Amplifiers
Designed for precision audio in-home cinemas and media rooms.
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B&W Introduces 801 Abbey Road Limited Edition Loudspeaker
Offered in a production run of 140 pairs, the 801 Abbey Road Limited Edition is a reference-quality loudspeaker based on the 801 D4 Signature.
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Shanling EC Zero T Portable CD Player Now Available in the U.S.
It is designed for use as a CD player or as an outboard DAC when connected to a laptop via USB-C.
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Chord Electronics Launch Suzi Pre and Suzi Amp
The amplifiers, which can be used in isolation or in combination as a pre/power amp, are now shipping and available globally.
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Sony Adds Four Models to Its CS Series Speaker Line
Includes bookshelf, floorstanding, center-channel, and height-channel models.
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Bluesound Professional Launches CP200 Wall-Mount Control Panel
Debuting at InfoComm 2025, the control interface may be fully personalized with colors, images, and logos.
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Research: Futuresource Provides Home Audio Trends Analysis
A new report from Futuresource Consulting predicts a more resilient future for the sector.
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Theory Professional to Show New PLC Series Powersoft-based Loudspeaker Controllers at InfoComm 2025
The PLC series, comprised of two 8-channel and two 4-channel models, leverages Powersoft’s patented Class-D amplification topologies.
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Vanco Debuts Two New Beale Street Matrix Audio Processors
Both preamps offer advanced audio processing, with Adaptive Echo Cancellation and Adaptive Noice Suppression.
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Dirac Live Room Correction Now Available for Marantz MODEL M1 and Denon Home Amp
These are the first streaming amplifiers from both of these brands to feature Dirac Live Room Correction.
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Shanling SM1.3 Music Streamer Now Shipping in the U.S.
Now available in the U.S. through Forte Distribution.
Events
Save the Date: Futuresource’s Audio Collaborative Returns for 2025
Brings together industry leaders in the exclusive surroundings of London’s Soho Hotel on November 12, 2025.
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TCL Releases New Precise Dimming QD-Mini LED TV and Soundbar
The TCL QM8K is the first Precise Dimming Series model to incorporate the new CrystGlow WHVA Panel with ZeroBorder.
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Dirac Live Active Room Treatment is Coming to Denon and Marantz Devices
Dirac Live ART will be made available in select Denon and Marantz devices in the second half of 2025.
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Bluesound Professional Announces Fit Radio Integration
Allows all Fit Radio’s workout-focused playlists to be securely accessed through the BluOS app.
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ADI | Snap One Launches Episode Extreme Series Environment Speakers
The Extreme Series expands the brand’s architectural audio solutions into high-heat, high-moisture, and marine-grade environments.
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Klipsch and Onkyo Partner With ‘Jurassic World Rebirth’
Authorized retailers will receive dynamic in-store promotions and engaging point-of-sale materials.
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Marantz Debuts the AV 20 AV Preamp and AMP 20 Power Amp
These are the latest additions to the company’s reference-quality home theater line.
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Coastal Source Strengthens Partnership with Powersoft
The new amplifier lineup created by the companies is engineered to deliver exceptional performance in the harshest outdoor environments.
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Sonance Acquires Blaze Audio
Blaze Audio’s amplifier lineup and sound reinforcement loudspeakers help fill out the Sonance Professional loudspeaker range.
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Harman Releases New JBL Speakers and Mark Levinson Amps at High End Munich
Announcements include three new JBL Summit Series models and the Mark Levinson 600 Series.
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Qobuz Connect Now Available on Denon and Marantz Devices With HEOS
With Qobuz Connect, you can control your music directly from the Qobuz app without third-party apps.
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LG Electronics Adds Kardome Spatial Hearing AI to Smart TVs
Kardome’s Spatial Hearing AI technology enables smart devices to hear like humans do.
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NAD Introduces the Masters M33 V2 and M23 V2 Amplifiers
Next-generation streaming amplifier and stereo power amplifiers deliver timing precision, sonic transparency, and system flexibility.
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L-Acoustics Debuts LA1.16i Amplified Controller
Its high channel count enables the deployment of large quantities of speakers while its space-efficient design maximizes rack space utilization.