Lighting & Shades
Case Study: Shades of ‘Star Wars’
A Millennium Falcon-themed home theater has automated Light and Dark Sides thanks to the Force of PowerShades.
Home Theater
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
Integra Introduces New Flagship AV Receiver
The DRX-8.4 includes a full suite of integration software tools and XLR connectivity for long cable runs.
Audio
Definitive Technology Introduces Dymension Loudspeakers
Series includes four bipolar towers, three center channel speakers, a height module, and a surround speaker.
Technology
Severtson Launches Perforated Option for Its Broadway Series
Now available with an acoustically transparent option in seven screen sizes ranging from 100 to 165 inches.
Audio
Marantz Debuts AV 10 Preamp/Processor and AMP 10 16-Channel Amplifier
Part of the Marantz CINEMA Series, the AV 10 and AMP 10 are designed to work together.
Technology
RowOne Seating Announces 2023 Expansion Roadmap
Includes the launch of the Calveri recliner, a bi-monthly newsletter aimed at helping dealers enhance their profitability, and more sales reps.
Audio
KEF Launches Latest-Generation R Series Speakers
Now includes Metamaterial Absorption Technology to deliver a detailed performance.
Integration Guides
Integration Guide to Selling Projectors: Bigger Is Better
For customers looking for the big-screen experience at home, projection is the way to go.
Audio
Denon Releases its AVR-A1H Flagship AV Receiver
Includes 15 channels of power, delivering up to 150 watts per channel.
Audio
McIntosh Launches MHT300 Home Theater Receiver
A 7.2-channel AVR that offers 120–150 watts of power to every speaker with all seven channels being driven.
Features
Luxury Week: 6 Great Demo Movies for Luxury Home Theaters
Cineluxe picks a half-dozen films released in 2022 that can show what your high-end installs can really do.
Features
6 Home Projection Trends
Two-piece projection systems have become top-of-mind with consumers looking to create the big-screen theater experience at home.
Features
A CEDIA Expo for the Cinema Connoisseur
We were finally able to gather as a community, but are some key home theater players being left out of the conversation?
Audio
Marantz Offers New CINEMA Series Lineup
Indulging movie and audio aficionados with a superior at-home listening experience
Blogs
Harman Luxury Audio’s Tour and Tease
The company gives a tour of its California HQ and gives a sneak peek at the products it will showcase at CEDIA Expo.
News
The Cinema Connoisseur Releases Issue 4
Includes Cinema Sommelier review of ‘Captain Marvel’ and a look at the accomplishments of composer John Williams.
Blogs
2022 CEDIA Shares: Quantum Media Systems
Quantum Media Systems gives Residential Systems readers a sneak peek at what the company is planning for its CEDIA Expo 2022 exhibit.
Product Reviews
Review: Kaleidescape Compact Terra 22TB Movie Server
The latest from Kaleidescape offers more storage and faster download times.
Technology
Kaleidescape Announces Two New Movie Servers
The new compact Terra 22TB and Terra 88TB movie servers offer additional storage options for clients.
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: Elevated Expectations
Proper speaker elevation in an immersive sound system needs to consider all the speaker groups in the room.
Features
Home Theater Week: Sense-sational Theater Design
How technology and interior design of screening rooms relate to the fundamental senses.
Features
Home Theater Week: 10 Tips for Designing a Small Home Theater
The right seats, screen, and other accessories can make all the difference when building in tight spaces.
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.
CEDIA Show
Visit the Hisense and NextLevel Acoustics “Ultimate Home Theater” at CEDIA 2022
Demo room will also include products from Trinnov and Kaleidescape.
CEDIA Show
Experience a 9.4.6 Home Theater at 2022 CEDIA Expo
Seymour-Screen Excellence, ASCENDO, StormAudio, and RowOne Entertainment Seating partner to present high-end demo.
CEDIA Show
Experience the ‘Ultimate Immersive Demo’ at CEDIA Expo
Trinnov partners with McIntosh Labs, Sonus faber, madVR Labs, Kaleidescape, and Officina Acustica for an 11.12.6 demo system.
Technology
LG’s 97-Inch G2 OLED EVO Gallery Edition TV Shipping Soon
The LG OLED evo Gallery Edition TV model 97G2, will soon be available for purchase in global markets.
CEDIA Show
Legrand | AV Gives CEDIA Expo 2022 Preview
Installers Will See Products From Chief, Da-Lite, Legrand Shading Systems, Luxul, Middle Atlantic Products, On-Q, SANUS, and Vantage.
CEDIA Show
Sam Cavitt to Present at CEDIA Expo 2022
Paradise Theater and The Cinema Connoisseur founder and CEO to participate in panel discussions, technology and design presentations, and private cinema talks.
Blogs
2022 CEDIA Shares: Harman Luxury Audio
Harman Luxury Audio gives Residential Systems readers a sneak peek at what the company is planning for its CEDIA Expo 2022 exhibit.
Features
Case Study: Small Room, Extremely Large Screen
Two installation firms create an epic home theater with a 324-tile LED video wall, $500K worth of video equipment, 200 amps of protected power,...
Audio
Monolith Introduces THX Certified 5.1 Home Theater Speaker System
System features five on-wall satellite speakers and an 8-inch powered subwoofer.
News
New Curated Content Package Promotion from Meyer Sound and Kaleidescape
New customers receive 40 titles, including 4K Ultra HD, HDR, and Dolby Atmos mastered movies.
Audio
Review: Trinnov Audio Altitude16 Surround Processor
Reviewing the Trinnov has been on John’s bucket list for some time — does it live up to his expectations?
Audio
Starke Sound Launches Fiera Amplifiers
New models designed to deliver improved efficiency and sound quality in high-performance multichannel applications.
Audio
GoldenEar Introduces Ultra-Compact Extended-Response Subwoofers
The new ForceField 30 and 40 boast several significant sonic and cosmetic refinements.
Audio
Monitor Audio Debuts Cinergy THX Certified Cinema Audio System
Features include a modular design that rotates when required, allowing the user to adapt to a horizontal or vertical install.
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.
Blogs
Revisiting “A Theater Worth Waiting For”
Checking back in on Doug Darrow and Priscilla Morgan’s personal, at-home Dolby Cinema.
News
‘The Cinema Connoisseur’ Releases Third Issue
Dedicated to furthering the awareness and advancing the experience of the private cinema by sharing personal stories, informative articles, news and inspirations.