Category: REVIEWS
LED technology has become somewhat synonymous with HDTVs in the past few years, though one could argue it has failed to catch on in the front-projection markets. The reason for this may be the result of two contributing factors: first, early LED-based designs were dim in comparison to traditional lamp-based projectors and, second, first-generation LED projectors often cost more [...]
MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA, October 16, 2012: International Dynamics is pleased to announce the Australian launch of the new OPPO universal Blu-Ray Disc player BDP-103AU today. Like its award-winning predecessor, the acclaimed BDP-93 Blu-ray player, the BDP-103AU is a premium universal Blu-ray Disc™ player that supports Blu-ray, Blu-ray 3D, DVD-Video, DVD-Audio, Super Audio CD (SACD), HDCD, and CD [...]
SIRIO by SIM2: A Revolutionary New Dual Lamp, High-Brightness Projector for Large Media Rooms New model makes world debut at CEDIA Expo 2012 Indianapolis, USA — September, 2012 — SIM2, the Italian manufacturer known worldwide for their pristine video performance and stunning aesthetic design, takes the visual experience to the next level at the 2012 [...]
Access millions of songs without using a home computer September, 2012 – Denon, one of the world’s leading manufacturers of high-quality home entertainment products, announced their partnership with Spotify to provide direct access to the leading digital music service via selected home cinema receivers. With just a small firmware update via Internet, Denon and Spotify [...]
Anthem MRX 700 Anthem’s MRX 700 really is a fantastic-sounding product and well worthy of a serious audition – don’t delayFor A fast, agile and musical sound; impressive sonic precision; good equalisation system Against Rivals offer more features What do you think is important in a high-end multichannel amp? If your [...]
On the back of the announcement of the new super high brightness 3D Sirio 6000 Ansi Lumen Media and Home Theatre projector [ estimated AUD$29,999 RRP and available later this year ] comes the announcement at CEDIA USA of SIM2’s new 4K projector which will be produced in collaboration with the World famous Christi organisation. This [...]
Sound perfected Sennheiser presents its analogue and digital headphone amplifiers September 2012 – Building a hi-fi device that sounds so brilliant, so crystal clear and so free of distortion as if one were sitting right in front of the audio source. Creating a level of acoustics that surpasses everything that has gone before. These are [...]
Tannoy Precision is a new luxury loudspeaker range that combines audiophile detail and delicacy with remarkable musical dynamics. Using contemporary cabinets with cutting edge fit, finish and features, the Precision range is meticulously engineered throughout. The entire range is based on a new 6 inch (150mm) version of Tannoy’s world renowned Dual Concentric™ driver with [...]
Yamaha builds on ’73 Series with release of RX‐V1073 AV receiver The newest addition to the ’73 Series presents a host of connectivity options, advanced network functionality, and versatile multi‐zone features. The 7.2 channel RX‐V1073 network receiver builds on signature attributes of the new Yamaha receiver range including AirPlay, iOS device integration, app control, discrete [...]
Marantz is proud to unveil two of their new AV receivers. The new slim-line NR1603 and full-size SR5007 AV receivers inherit the best genes of their predecessors, bringing them to a next level of technology, compatibility and convenience – Both new models bring discerning home entertainment consumers unprecedented ease-of-use, flexibility and style, as well as [...]
Paradigm’s Cinema 100 CT is an outstanding compact system, bringing the company’s high-end speaker expertise to a more affordable price point. It looks gorgeous and delivers insightful, potent sound, bolstered by a subwoofer of the highest order. The price tag might still be a stretch for your typical compact [...]
Melbourne, VIC – 22nd June 2012 – International Dynamics is pleased to announce the release of the brand new Pro-Ject Debut Carbon turntable, the successor to the Pro-Ject Debut III. The launch of the Debut turntable from Pro-Ject Audio Systems in the late 1990’s could not have been more fortuitous. Anticipating the resurgence of interest [...]
Adding to an already formidable sound bar range, Yamaha introduces the YAS‐101 TV audio booster – providing full‐bodied audio from an elegantly designed, all‐in‐one speaker solution. With the television market experiencing a move to larger but thinner screens, improved picture comes at a cost of audio quality. The slim profile of today’s TVs sacrifice dedicated [...]
The first thing we did in tuning the M.150′s image was to set its brightness and contrast, which we did by eye, using professional-grade patterns. Doing so brought the overall light output down within the range of SMPTE standards, which is between 12 and 16 foot-lamberts, less than the out-of-the-box 22 figure from earlier, but [...]
DENON RELAUNCHES ITS CORE A/V RECEIVER LINE WITH EXPANDED CONTENT SERVICES, TOTAL CONNECTIVITY AND EASE-OF-USE 2012 Line Opens Up New Ways to Maximise Enjoyment of Audio and Video Content from Virtually All Today’s Sources; Introduces Sleek New Chassis Designs & Front-Panel Inputs Denon Electronics, a premier manufacturer of high-quality audio and home entertainment [...]
- Home theatre performance meets smart home functionality – Yamaha Music Australia is proud to announce the release of two new receivers to the ’73 Series, elevating integrated home entertainment to a new level. The RX-V673 and RX-V773 both deliver exhilarating 7.2 channel home theatre sound and networking features offering seamless control and access to [...]
Marantz Releases Flagship Separates
State-of-the-Art Ultimate-quality for music and home theatre Separates: AV8801 AV-Pre / MM8077Amplifier For the ultimate music and home theater surround sound experience, the Marantz AV8801, AV pre-amplifier is packed with the latest state-of-the-art audio and video technologies, including the monaural construction pre-amplifier circuit with Marantz proprietary HDAM and Current Feedback topology. As well, the AV8801 features [...]
Yamaha’s Nifty Network CD Player is the King of Formats
YAMAHA INTRODUCES THE NEW CD-N500 NETWORK CD PLAYER. – Introducing a new concept in Hi Fi – The digital music revolution has transformed the face of Hi Fi with a new generation of consumers driving demand for high fidelity audio in a universally accessible and easy-to- store format. Recognising this trend, Yamaha introduces the CD-N500 [...]
Dynaudio at the HIA Sydney Home Show – Darling Harbour
Thursday 16 – Sunday 19 May 2013 This year Dynaudio will be at the HIA Sydney Home Show exhibiting the very latest in speaker technology; Xeo! Xeo is a new way of listening to music; it’s very easy to use and sounds awesomely brilliant. Xeo can be used with anything that plays music: your hi-fi audio system, computer, [...]
The Australian Hi-Fi Association is proud to announce the imminent arrival of a brand new website. Our new site will feature not only the latest news and reviews from around the world of audiophile hi-fi equipment but also articles on all categories of audio and video products and how to buy and get the most out of them. If [...]