Audio
Samsung Announces Additions to Soundbar Lineup
New models for the flagship Q-series line and the entry-level C-series line.
Dolby Atmos
News
Latest Version of ‘Ultra HD Benchmark’ Disc Set Released
The update from Spears and Munsil includes more features and patterns.
News
Nakamich Announces Pre-Order Launch Date for Dragon
Limited to 500 units, the 11.4.6 surround sound system is available for pre-order on April 26.
Features
The Magic Eye of the Ears
Trying my best to hear immersive sound out of single Dolby Atmos-capable smart speakers.
News
THX and Homatics Introduce Home Theater System for the Pay-TV Market
Designed to be a simple way for users to improve their TV’s sound.
News
LG Announces Pricing of 2023 Soundbars
Both the LG Sound Bar C (SC9) and LG SE6 are available now at LG.com and select LG-authorized retailers.
Audio
Pioneer Elite Introduces Flagship AV Receiver
The all-new Elite VSX-LX805 11.4, 150-watt-per-channel network receiver has been engineered for enhanced immersive audio experiences.
Audio
Sonos Announces New Era Smart Speakers; Support for Spatial Audio on Apple Music
The Era 300 is designed to reproduce spatial audio and the Era 100 takes over for the Sonos One.
Audio
Nakamichi Unveils Dragon 11.4.6 Wireless Home Surround Sound System
Plug-and-play system features Dolby Atmos, DTS:X Pro, quad subwoofers, and Omni-Motion Reference Surrounds.
Audio
LG to Show 2023 Soundbar Line at CES 2023
Adds enhanced LG TV Integration, new bracket options, and other additional features.
Features
Surround Pro 2.0
The advances in tech have again pushed us to the point where immersive sound will be ubiquitous.
Audio
Denon Debuts New Lineup of 8K AVRs
Combines popular 3D formats such as Dolby Atmos, DTS:X, IMAX Enhanced, and Auro 3D, along with Dolby Surround and DTS:X.
Audio
Home Theater Week Review: Sony HT-A9 Wireless Home Theater System
The HT-A9 offers a completely different look, design, and flexible installation that might make it a compelling alternative to a soundbar install.
Features
Home Theater Week: 5 Home Theater Trends in 2022
Personal cinemas continue to be at the top of clients’ wishlists — here is what they are asking for.
Audio
Polk Audio Adds Two New Dolby Atmos/DTS:X Soundbars
MagniFi Max AX and MagniFi Max AX SR include 11-speaker arrays featuring dedicated center channels, up-firing height speakers, and Polk’s Stereo Dimensional Array (SDA)...
Audio
Nakamichi Adds Shockwafe 7.1 and 7.2 eARC Soundbars to Lineup
Both models come with Spatial Surround Elevation (SSE) MAX technology, upgraded speaker drivers and amplifier hardware, and Qualcomm aptX HD.
Features
Case Study: A Recent Retiree’s Dream Room
Bravo AV breathes new life into a New Jersey home theater with Meridian Audio speakers and processing.
Audio
StormAudio Introduces ISP Elite Mk3 Surround Preamp/Processor
Also debuts new 4.3 firmware that allows different ways to use the second HDMI port available in some ISP models.
Audio
Denon’s Latest Soundbar Features Built-In Subwoofers
The low-profile DHT-S217 includes two down-firing subwoofers and Dolby Atmos 3D audio technology.
Audio
Polk Audio Debuts Ultra-Compact Soundbar with Dolby Atmos and DTS:X
The MagniFi Mini AX soundbar features a 14.5-inch wide design and is equipped with a 5-speaker array and down-firing subwoofer.
Audio
Bowers & Wilkins Introduces Panorama 3 Soundbar
Features 13 individual drive units, including twin subwoofers, and built-in Dolby Atmos.
Audio
Polk Audio Introduces Its First Dolby Atmos Soundbar System
The Signa S4 soundbar with wireless subwoofer delivers Dolby Atmos surround sound and crystal-clear dialog.
Audio
Sonos Announces Support for Ultra HD Audio and Dolby Atmos Music; Long-term Sustainability Commitment
Company reveals plan to drive its value chain to carbon neutrality by 2030 and to net zero by 2040.
Integration Guides
The Integration Guide to Immersive Sound – Selling Surround
Tips on explaining and showing your clients the impact of today’s immersive sound formats.
Audio
Review: Sony HT-A7000 Dolby Atmos Surround Bar
The HT-A7000 is a marked improvement at the top of Sony’s soundbar offering, and it creates the foundation of a really impressive system.
Audio
Denon Debuts Two New S-Series AV Receivers
Each of the new S-Series AVRs are designed with three 8K HDMI inputs and support latest immersive formats.
Audio
Denon Introduces 7.2-Channel AVR-X1700H 8K AV Receiver
Offers three 8K HDMI inputs, height virtualization support, and multi-room streaming.
Technology
Blustream Debuts HEX18GARC HDBaseT Extender
Delivers 4K 60 Hz 4:4:4 UHD, HDR10/10+, and Dolby Vision up to 328 feet over a single Cat6A cable.
Audio
Sonos Unveils Next-Generation Beam with Support for Dolby Atmos
Also announce plans to support Amazon Music, Ultra HD and Dolby Atmos Music later this year.
Audio
Sony Introduces New Dolby Atmos/DTS:X HT-A5000 Soundbar
Includes Sony’s Vertical Surround Engine and S-Force PRO Front Surround.
Audio
JBL Synthesis New Products Include HDMI 2.1/8K Video Support and a Dedicated Sub Amplifier
Announcement also includes a forthcoming surround processor, and AVR with integrated 8K HDMI capabilities.
Audio
Sony Debuts New Home Theater System and Flagship Soundbar
Features include Sony’s Spatial Sound and Sound Field Optimization and support of Dolby Atmos and DTS:X.
Audio
Klipsch Debuts New Soundbar Lineup
The Cinema Series features four new models, including two that offer Dolby Atmos.
Features
A Theater Worth Waiting For
Building a long-planned, commercial-level-quality Dolby Cinema in the home of Dolby execs.
Features
Certifiably Excellent Sound
KEF’s new home theater joins its Music Lounge and puts a spotlight on the impact that THX Certification can provide.
Audio
Yamaha Releases New Series of AVENTAGE AV Receivers
Features seven HDMI 2.1 inputs on each new model.
Audio
Review: Definitive Technology Studio 3D Mini
The Studio 3D Mini is not only the company’s first product to support HEOS, but also its first to support next-generation object-based audio formats...
Audio
Sennheiser AMBEO Soundbar Now Supports Sony’s 360 Reality Audio
In addition to the 360 Spatial Sound, the soundbar also supports Dolby Atmos, MPEG-H, and DTS:X.
Audio
Lithe Audio launches WiSA Certified Dolby Atmos Ceiling Speaker
Also provides PoE power delivery via existing lighting circuit/conventional plug point.
Features
All Around with Meyer Sound
Gaithersburg, MD’s All Around Technology uses Meyer Sound’s pro-level Bluehorn System loudspeakers to elevate a luxury home theater to the next level in immersive...
Audio
Denon Adds Premium Soundbar to its Denon Home Ecosystem
The Denon Home Sound Bar 550 features Dolby Atmos, DTS:X, and HEOS built-in.
Audio
Harman Celebrates 75 Years with Limited Edition Products and Keith Urban
Also announces a new soundbar, two architectural speakers, and a subwoofer.