Streaming

Audio

Amazon Music Comes to Nuvo

Subscribers now have access to millions of songs, on any Nuvo Player.

By RS Staff ⋅ Nov 6, 2019

Audio

Simaudio Launches MOON 680D Streaming DAC

Produces digital audio delivery up to 32-bit/384 kHz.

By RS Staff ⋅ Oct 8, 2019

Audio

Marantz Introduces Integrated Amplifier with Wireless Streaming

The PM7000N is the company’s first fully discrete integrated Hi-Fi amplifier with wireless music streaming capabilities.

By RS Staff ⋅ Oct 1, 2019

Audio

BluOS Among First to Integrate Amazon Music HD

Users of BluOS Enabled players can experience Amazon’s new premium hi-res music service.

By RS Staff ⋅ Sep 18, 2019

News

Metra Home Theater Group Announces “Home Tech Tips” Live Streaming Videos

The topics will range from HDMI to security surveillance integration, bulk wire, multimedia distribution, home audio and other technical issues seen in the field.

By RS Staff ⋅ Jun 26, 2019

Audio

Denon Introduces New Hi-Fi Stereo Network Receiver

The DRA-800H offers an advanced HDMI video section, voice-controllable wireless music, and traditional audio capabilities.

By RS Staff ⋅ Jun 19, 2019

Audio

Yamaha Unveils Two New Soundbars with Built-in Alexa Voice Control

Also feature WiFi connectivity to play tunes through Spotify Connect, Amazon Music, and Alexa-supported music services.

By RS Staff ⋅ Jun 18, 2019

Audio

Onkyo Introduces its First IMAX Enhanced Products

THX Certified Select AV receivers debut with upgraded amplification systems, smart AV Receiver Technologies, and simplified multi-room audio distribution.

By RS Staff ⋅ May 30, 2019

Product Reviews

Review: Yamaha XDA-QS5400RK Quad Source MusicCast Streamer

Yamaha offers a MusicCast-capable product specifically built for the needs of the CI channel.

By John Sciacca ⋅ May 1, 2019

Technology

Marantz Introduces Hi-Res Network CD Receiver

Delivers voice-controllable playback from a variety of digital and analog sources.

By RS Staff ⋅ Apr 24, 2019

Technology

New Yamaha Firmware and App Updates

Yamaha enhances home audio products with AirPlay 2, as well as new music streaming and voice control capabilities.

By RS Staff ⋅ Apr 17, 2019

Technology

Stream TIDAL Masters on Your iPhone

TIDAL now supports MQA on iPhones, following the Android announcement at CES.

By RS Staff ⋅ Mar 12, 2019

Blogs

New Sonos Offer Might Rub Dealers the Wrong Way

Company offers a discount that is easier to get without going through the dealer.

By Henry Clifford ⋅ Mar 11, 2019

Technology

Case Study: Chicago Sound

Beale Street Audio’s Sonic Vortex powers 15-zone multi-room audio system in the Windy City.

By RS Staff ⋅ Mar 5, 2019

Technology

Sonos Unveils Sonos Architectural by Sonance

Partners with Sonance to create In-Wall, In-Ceiling, and Outdoor speakers.

By RS Staff ⋅ Feb 5, 2019

Technology

CasaTunes Integrates with Sonos

Solution offers streaming services with scalable multi-room audio.

By RS Staff ⋅ Jan 29, 2019

Technology

Roon Releases Version 1.6

Adds new Roon Radio, integration with the Qobuz music service, and an improved user experience across several areas of the application.

By RS Staff ⋅ Jan 23, 2019

Connectivity

OSD Audio Updates Streaming Amp; Releases New Speakers

OSD Audio’s upgraded Nero STREAM XD wireless DAC/streaming amplifier and new Nero Studio5 monitor speakers are sold separately, but designed to work together.

By RS Staff ⋅ Jan 21, 2019

Technology

Meridian to Show In-Wall Speakers, Streamer at ISE 2019

Streamer designed to send reliable high-resolution audio throughout the home.

By RS Staff ⋅ Jan 17, 2019

Technology

Bluesound Adds Apple AirPlay 2

Bluesound’s Generation 2i Players now certified for Apple’s AirPlay 2 technology.

By RS Staff ⋅ Dec 10, 2018

Technology

VOIZ to Debut Smart Radio at CES 2019

AiRadio the second product to come from the collaboration between innovator Hiro Ogura and former Harman executive Mark Friedman.

By RS Staff ⋅ Dec 5, 2018

Technology

KEF Announces Spotify Connect and Roon Streaming Integration with LSX

Increases listening and access options for the fully wireless speaker system.

By RS Staff ⋅ Nov 21, 2018

News

Report: How Consumers Stream

New Parks Associates research dives into the streaming habits of consumers in the home.

By RS Staff ⋅ Nov 5, 2018

Technology

New KLH Voice-Enabled Amplified Keypad from David P. Kelley

KLH Voice-Enabled Amplified Keypad transforms existing in-home audio systems to wireless HiRES streaming music systems.

By RS Staff ⋅ Aug 23, 2018

Technology

ProVideoInstruments to Feature VeCASTER at CEDIA 2018

VeCASTER features HEVC H265 full high-definition to maximize video quality and reduce bandwidth.

By RS Staff ⋅ Aug 8, 2018

Technology

Dirac Live Makes Streaming Debut in miniDSP SHD Series

The Streaming HD (SHD) series stereo processor combines digital signal processing, network streaming, and digital room correction in one device.

By RS Staff ⋅ Jul 31, 2018

Technology

ProVideoInstruments Brings VeCASTER to CEDIA 2017

ProVideoInstrument will demo the VeCASTER at CEDIA 2017 (Booth 5750).

By RS Staff ⋅ Aug 14, 2017

News

Onkyo Announces DTS Play-Fi Firmware Update

Onkyo has announced several firmware updates activating DTS Play-Fi wireless multi-room audio on select hi-fi and home entertainment products.

By RS Staff ⋅ Aug 7, 2017

News

Simple.TV Cloud DVR Service Shuttered

Tiburon, CA-based Simple.TV announced late Friday afternoon that they are shutting down the electronic program guide service associated with the cloud DVR products effective...

By Michael Heiss ⋅ Jul 31, 2017

Technology

ZeeVee Showcases Third-Generation ZyPer4K at InfoComm 2017

ZeeVee showcased its third-generation ZyPer4K AV-over-IP solution during InfoComm 2017 in Orlando, FL.

By RS Staff ⋅ Jun 19, 2017

News

Onkyo, StreamUnlimited Add Chromecast Built-in to Entire Product Line

Onkyo has released Google Chromecast built-in capability, enabled as a software upgrade for more than 260 products across its portfolio, including AVRs and speakers...

By RS Staff ⋅ May 25, 2017

Technology

DALI Speakers to Offer BluOS

Danish speaker company DALI Loudspeakers and Canada-based brand development company Lenbrook International have formed a partnership whereby DALI will offer the BluOS high-resolution multiroom...

By RS Staff ⋅ May 23, 2017

News

Pioneer Adds Chromecast Streaming to AVRs, Ships MRX-3

Pioneer Home Entertainment has released a firmware update enabling Chromecast built-in audio streaming on select home hi-fi components, AV receivers, home theater systems, and...

By RS Staff ⋅ Apr 26, 2017

News

Fibaro Adds Russound Integration

Fibaro has announced integration with Russound.

By RS Staff ⋅ Mar 7, 2017

News

Sonos Outlines Opportunities in Crowded Market

Sonos was alone in the market when it launched the industry’s first Wi-Fi multiroom-audio speakers in 2005, but now the brand has a lot...

By Joseph Palenchar ⋅ Feb 23, 2017

Technology

WyreStorm Launches 4K AV-over-IP Solution

At ISE, WyreStorm launched the latest 4K UHD and HDR evolution in its NetworkHD line of AV-over-IP products in the 400 Series JPEG2000 encoders...

By RS Staff ⋅ Feb 16, 2017

Technology

NAD Shipping CI 580 Streamer

NAD Electronics is now shipping the CI 580, a four-zone streamer with BluOS Network Music onboard.

By RS Staff ⋅ Feb 15, 2017

Technology

SpeakerCraft Updates Multiroom Audio Platform

At ISE, SpeakerCraft from Core Brands debuted a major update to its multiroom audio software that adds streaming audio services, a new streamlined user...

By RS Staff ⋅ Feb 15, 2017