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KEF Concept Blade loudspeaker reveals its cutting edge

By Tim LeFevre

19:09 May 24, 2009 PDT

KEF Concept Blade loudspeaker is made from a carbon-fiber, balsa-wood composite found in u...

Three years of exhaustive research, testing and experimentation has resulted in the KEF Concept Blade loudspeaker. In particular, the loudspeaker showcases KEF’s cutting-edge capabilities and commitment to furthering innovative design. Read More

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QPD Motorized Speakers help find the right angle

By Tim LeFevre

19:40 April 28, 2009 PDT

Home theatre use

The majority of the “effects” you get from your surround speakers are quite directional, so ensuring that in-built speakers are pointing the right way is an important part of nailing your home theater set-up. Entering a relatively new area of the market is QPD Speakers with its range of motorized in-ceiling and in-wall speakers. These units use an adjustable design that caters for 25, 30, 35, 40 and 50 degree angles, allowing tweeters to fire directly towards the listening area rather than straight down or across. Read More

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Improved technology and design in new Elios speaker line

By Darren Quick

01:12 April 27, 2009 PDT

The Elios line of speakers from ELAN

As any home cinema buff will tell you, a good picture is only half of the equation when it comes to a truly superior home theater experience. The other half is of course good sound, an area that unfortunately often takes a back seat when it comes to setting up a first rate home cinema. The new Elios line of speakers from ELAN Home Systems boasts some new technology aimed at those who recognize the need for good sound reproduction as well as new designs that make the installation of the speakers into a wall or ceiling a much simpler task. Read More

AUTOMOTIVE

Lotus’ patented Active Noise Control technologies poised to make motoring more comfortable

By Darren Quick

17:52 April 18, 2009 PDT

Just because your car doesn't look like this doesn't mean it can't sound like it

Although the environmental benefits of hybrid vehicles are well known, their near silent operation when running off batteries does pose a danger to pedestrians who are used to the rumble of an engine to alert them to oncoming vehicles. Active Noise Control technologies from Lotus Engineering address this problem by projecting engine sounds externally to improve pedestrian safety, while also employing noise-canceling technology internally to reduce unwanted cabin noise. Read More

RESEARCH WATCH

Engineers develop cheap flexible loudspeaker that's only 0.25mm thick

By Paul Best

22:32 April 6, 2009 PDT

Warwick Audio Technologies shows off the wafer-thin Flat Flexible Loudspeaker

A loudspeaker that’s so flat and flexible it can be tacked to a wall just like a picture? That’s precisely what engineers at Warwick Audio Technologies in the UK have cooked up. The speaker – dubbed the Flat Flexible Loudspeaker (FFL) for obvious reasons – is less than 0.25mm and thin enough to be concealed inside office ceiling tiles, cars or printed with a design and attached to any flat surface, like a wall. Read More

AROUND THE HOME

Parrot announces sleek Philippe Starck designed wireless speaker system

By Noel McKeegan

21:25 December 21, 2008 PST

'Zikmu' Wireless Speakers

Renowned and prolific French Designer Philippe Starck has added to his diverse portfolio in a collaboration with wireless specialist Parrot. The result is the 'Zikmu', an iPod ready wireless speaker system that combines Wi-Fi and Bluetooth capability with 360° NXT surround sound in a design that's a fusion of modern minimalist lines and 70's bell-bottom fashion - it certainly works for us. Read More

MUSIC

iPhone speaker-dock caters for landscape viewing

By Emily Clark

22:14 December 9, 2008 PST

The i-Station25

One of the issues with many iPhone and iPod speaker docks is inability to view pictures or watch video in landscape view without straining your neck. The i-Station25 is the second design from Logic3 that's aimed at solving this problem, but rather than allowing the media player itself to be rotated this unit solves this problem with accelerometer technology that enables users to simply turn the whole thing sideways with out diminishing the sound output quality. Read More

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Roberts digital kitchen radio

By Emily Clark

03:27 December 8, 2008 PST

Roberts digital kitchen radio

This digital Kitchen Radio from ROBERTS fits neatly under the kitchen cupboards and offers a range of features, including - yes - an egg-timer, making it a nifty cooking companion. The space-saving design means the radio won’t encroach on your much needed counter space when cooking up a storm. Read More

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ZVOX Z-Base 550: big sound, small package

By Noel McKeegan

15:35 November 25, 2008 PST

ZVOX Z-Base 550

Running with the theory that bigger isn't always better, ZVOX has crammed a complete home theater sound system into a compact cabinet measuring 28" wide x 14.5” deep x 3 3/8” high that doubles as a minimalist base platform for stand-mounted flat panel TVs. Within this small footprint the Z-Base 550 incorporates five 2" full-range speakers, a 5.25" powered subwoofer, 60W amplifier and virtual surround circuitry with only one connection required to the TV for a simple set-up. Read More

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How to set up your surround speakers

By Tim LeFevre

03:45 November 11, 2008 PST

fig 1 - 5.1 channel (www.teac.com.au)

The world of home theater seems ever changing. New formats, new innovations and cheaper prices have made an altogether bigger audio-visual experience more accessible for everyone. Two channel systems have been common place in our lounge rooms for decades now, but you might need a few more tricks in your arsenal to get the best out of the latest multi-speaker systems. Tim LeFevre investigates. Read More

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Onkyo upgrades THX Certified Home Theater Package

By Darren Quick

21:48 October 30, 2008 PDT

The Onkyo HT-S9100THX

The new Onkyo HT-S9100THX combines a home theater receiver with a 7.1-channel home theater speaker system, all of which were designed to conform to THX's Integrated System Plus certification protocols. It also boasts1080p capable HDMI v.1.3 connectivity, Faroudja DCDi video upscaling, Audyssey 2EQ and Dynamic EQ, and complete decoding for the latest high resolution audio formats. The system also includes the new THX Loudness Plus technology which compensates for the tonal and spatial shifts that occur when the volume level is reduced below the reference levels. Read More

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Edifier S200V premium desktop speaker system

By Darren Quick

00:56 October 27, 2008 PDT

The Edifier S2000V premium audio system

In part created by renowned loudspeaker designer Phil Jones, the S2000V from Canadian based audio specialist Edifier International boasts a total power output of 80 Watts RMS with a newly developed 5.5” subwoofer with HSCC (high strength cotton composite) cone designed to deliver impressive bass and mid range performance. Read More

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Sony's latest iPod dock range

By Darren Quick

20:02 October 22, 2008 PDT

Sony’s LBT-DJ2i mini hi-fi system.

Sony's new range of iPod compatible products makes good on the company's stated promise to “continue to develop products that are compatible with popular hardware formats and audio codecs.” Not surprisingly, this includes Apple’s ubiquitous portable player. The five-strong range includes a mini hi-fi system with docks for two iPods and DJ functions, two designs of iPod speaker system and two clock radios, one having CD playback in addition to its iPod compatibility. Read More

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Sonance updates outdoor speaker line

By Emily Clark

18:47 October 7, 2008 PDT

Sonance RK83 outdoor rock speaker

Here's one for those looking to entertain outdoors without upsetting their back-yard's natural ambiance. Sonance is expanding its Landscape Series of outdoor audio speakers with the addition of three new models. The new products include two smaller rock-like speakers and a larger boulder-like enclosure to house Sonance’s Mariner outdoor speakers. Read More

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Infinity Systems Prelude Forty Loudspeakers

By Tim LeFevre

17:28 September 25, 2008 PDT

Infinity Systems Prelude Forty Loudspeakers

To commemorate Infinity Systems 40th year in the industry, the company has released the Prelude Forty speaker system. Featuring a slim profile and the companies proprietary Maximum Radiating Surface (MRS) flat panel driver technology, the Prelude Forty aims to satisfy audiophiles and the design conscious alike, with it’s looks and the most advanced engineering innovations Infinity have to offer. Read More

MUSIC

Harman Kardon's diamond-like GLA-55 speakers

By Kyle Sherer

20:45 September 16, 2008 PDT

The speakers are computer-optimized, and include proprietary compression technology to pro...

Sound quality is always the key consideration when it comes to speaker systems, but if you are looking to combine this with some serious visual impact, Harman Kardon's GLA-55 two-piece speaker set for computers, laptops and portable media players could well be an option. Read More

PERSONAL COMPUTING

Logitech introduces Omnidirectional PC Speakers

By Jack Martin

05:46 September 16, 2008 PDT

Logitech's Omnidirectional PC Speakers

September 16, 2008 Logitech is proclaiming a significant step for itself in the evolution of the PC speaker. Logitech Z-5 omnidirectional stereo speakers use omnidirectional acoustics that create a substantially wider sweet spot – an especially helpful feature if you often move your laptop around your home or office. An innovative speaker technology previously found only in expensive home-theater systems, omnidirectional acoustics on the Logitech Z-5 speakers use forward- and backward-firing drivers to transmit sound evenly in all directions, and they’re available for both religions - PC or Mac at US$100 a pair. Read More

MUSIC

ION Audio's DESK ROCKER speakers

By Kyle Sherer

05:26 September 9, 2008 PDT

The US$149.95 DESK ROCKER speaker system consists of two self-powered desktop speakers, wh...

ION Audio’s US$149.95 DESK ROCKER speaker system plays audio from any PC, Mac, TV, DVD, CD, and connected guitar or keyboard. The DESK ROCKER system consists of two self-powered desktop speakers, which plug into a standard wall outlet. Read More

MOBILE TECHNOLOGY

Ego Cup FM in-car FM transmitter

By Darren Quick

23:27 September 8, 2008 PDT

Funkwerk Dabendorf's Ego Cup FM

Drivers just might have to find somewhere else to stow their tasty beverages with the Ego Cup FM from German wireless in-car communications company Funkwerk Dabendorf. The Ego Cup FM is a plug and play FM transmitter designed to slot into car cup holders that connects to a mobile phone via Bluetooth and, as well as transmitting MP3s stored on the phone to the radio, also allows calls to be taken over the integrated speaker or through the car speakers. Read More

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Grundig announces return of Audiorama spherical speakers

By Kyle Sherer

23:41 September 1, 2008 PDT

The latest model in Grundig's iconic Audiorama series consists of two deep mid-range chass...

September 2, 2008 Grundig's disco-ball-esque speakers blasted funk in the 70s, and now the company is releasing a model for a new generation to enjoy. The Audiorama 9000 is set for an October release, for an RRP of €1100. The speaker set consists of two deep mid-range chassis, and incorporates a hyperbolically diverted treble system that provides clear 360 degrees surround sound without the “lattice fence effect”. Read More

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The Sountina sound fountain – 1.85 metre tall glass and leather column delivering 360 degree sound

By Jack Martin

23:38 August 28, 2008 PDT

The Sountina sound fountain – 1.85 metre tall glass and leather column delivering 36...

August 29, 2008 It’s taken us a few decades to fully wrap our brain cells around the fact that a loudspeaker doesn’t need to be box-shaped with an array of woofers and tweeters and equally, that remarkable sound quality can be produced from a single speaker. Taking it one step further is the new Sony Sountina: this single, elegant column, combining glass, leather and room-enhancing illumination, delivers music over 360 degrees, providing a sonic and visual focal-point for any room. The name comes from a fusion of the words ‘sound’ and ‘fountain’; just as people gather around a fountain, so the 1.85m tall Sountina will deliver amazing music to those all around it. Sony calls it a Circle Sound Stage, and it’s all made possible by brand-new Vertical Drive Technology. Check out the image library - beeeeautiful! Read More

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ELAC shows of world’s smallest subwoofer – ‘probably’

By Darren Quick

11:05 August 28, 2008 PDT

ELAC's pint sized 2.1 desktop speaker system

August 28, 2008 German speaker manufacturer ELAC was showing off what they dubbed ‘probably the world's smallest hi-fi subwoofer’ IFA 2008 this week. Their 2.1 desktop speaker system is made up of two satellite speakers and the 2010 BT MicroSUB, which contains four amplifiers, (two for the two bass drivers and two for the two connected satellites), in a unit that measures just 21.8 cm tall, 15.0 cm wide and 17.8 cm deep, and weighs just 4.8kg. Read More

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Hidden sounds from Revox speakers

By Emily Clark

11:04 August 28, 2008 PDT

Hidden sounds from Revox speakers

Revox of Switzerland manufactures a wide range of audio equipment that implements functional technology into everyday items. Two of its more notable products are speakers designed to replace traditional ceiling lights and bass speakers that double as stylish leather seats. Read More

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Leon Speakers introduces Profile 404-X-A on-wall speakers and A3-SUB subwoofer

By Tim LeFevre

19:03 August 11, 2008 PDT

Profile 404-X-A

August 12, 2008 Leon Speakers, established in 1995, is a world leader of high performance, on-wall loudspeakers. The company's new Profile 404-X-A speakers allow you to set them up on, or against a wall. The shallow profile (3.25-inches deep) helps them blend with their surroundings, and a choice of veneers and finishes (including paints) are available to finish the look. Read More

MOBILE TECHNOLOGY

New ROKR range from Motorola

By Darren Quick

08:52 August 7, 2008 PDT

The new Motorola ROKR EM30.

Motorola has expanded its ROKR range with the introduction of three new units in a range of styles. The lineup includes the candybar MOTOROKR EM30, clamshell ROKR EM28 and the slider ROKR EM25, plus there's two new portable speaker systems to complement the new phone’s music focus. Read More

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