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AuthorNew Furutech Headphone Connectors
Furutech makes a wide variety of audio connectors, cables and accessories known the world over for their quality construction and superb sound. For 2013, Furutech has just introduced a new line-up of headphone connectors for discerning headphone listeners. The connectors are offered in various configurations, ensuring compatibility with all devices. The details of each new … Continue Reading
BC Acoustique ACT Series A4 Speakers Review
June 13th, 2013, In Reviews, Speakers and Subwoofers, by admin
Purolator knocking on my front door is a regular occurrence – this is the method by which most components arrive at my house for review. But being greeted by a driver of a big 5 ton truck is rather rare, unless a 50-inch or larger TV is being delivered. Except this time, it wasn’t a … Continue Reading
Alpha Design Labs ADL-H118 Headphone Review
June 13th, 2013, In Headphones/Earphones (and Heaphone Amplifiers), Reviews, by admin
Furutech is an audio-video product company based out of Japan that was founded in 1988 and is best known for their high-quality cables, connectors and audio accessories. Alpha Design Labs (ADL) is Furutech’s entry-level line of products that is focused on implementing Furutech technologies within affordable, yet innovative products, with broad customer appeal. Within the … Continue Reading
Sony PlayStation 4 Versus the Microsoft Xbox One – Console Details and Comparison
Both Sony and Microsoft recently announced that they will be releasing their next generation video gaming consoles by the end of this year and millions of video gamers around the world are curious to see just how the next generation games are going to look. Sony’s new console will be called the PlayStation 4, while … Continue Reading
Sony PlayStation 4 Complete Details
Sony Computer Entertainment has just revealed the PlayStation 4 (PS4) hardware design at the annual E3 press conference, and also announced that its next gen console will retail for $399 US, this holiday season. Sony also showcased an extensive line-up of exclusive first and third party content for the PS4, PlayStationVita (PS Vita) and PlayStation3 … Continue Reading
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Bang & Olufsen BeoPlay H3 Earphones and H6 Headphones
Bang & Olufsen is aiming to please dedicated music lover with its new H3 earphones and H6 headphones. Both new models combine quality craftsmanship with the latest technology to take portable music enjoyment to a whole new level. The BeoPlay H3 is an in-ear headphone (available now), and the BeoPlay H6 (available in August 2013) … Continue Reading
Listening Room Acoustics: Room Modes and Standing Waves (Part 1)
June 11th, 2013, In Features, Improving the Sound of Your System/Room Acoustics, by admin
Fig. 1 Low frequency measurement in a typical listening room. As stated in my earlier article (How do listening room acoustics affect sound quality?), room modes cause standing waves that can cause three acoustical problems: a level boost at some frequencies, an extent of the duration of sound at those same frequencies (resonance) … Continue Reading
CANADA HiFi June/July 2013 Digital/Tablet/iPad Edition is Now Available!
The digital edition of the June/July 2013 issue is now available in the Digital Editions section. Features inside this issue include:
- Sony PlayStation 4 and Microsoft Xbox One Details and Comparison
- Unlock the Full Potential of the Music and Video Stored in Your Portable Device – AirPlay, Bluetooth, DLNA and WiFi Direct Streaming Protocols Explained … Continue Reading
Parasound Zamp Quattro Four-channel/Two-zone Power Amplifier
Parasound has just added the Zamp Quattro, a four-channel/two-zone power amplifier to its popular Z-Custom line of half-rack-width components. The Zamp Quattro expands the company’s “Zamp” amplifier concept with more channels, more power and more versatility. The Zamp Quattro retains rugged Parasound build quality and use of premium parts throughout as well as versatile turn-on, … Continue Reading
Update TV & Stereo – Sony XBR 4K Ultra HDTV Event, With Sony XBR65X900A Review
June 5th, 2013, In Audio Video Show Coverage, Features, by admin
Last Friday, May 31st, retailer Update TV & Stereo hosted an event at its Vaughan location to demonstrate Sony’s latest XBR 4K Ultra HDTVs. Update TV & Stereo is a boutique audio video retailer that prides itself on providing excellent customer service and expert advice to its customers. Its other retail store is located in … Continue Reading
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Griffin Technology WoodTones Headphones
Griffin Technology has just released its WoodTones over-the-ear headphones which utilize real wood enclosures in a perfect marriage of design and sound quality. Griffin claims that its new headphones offer a warm acoustics and enhanced sound quality, with ear cushions that provide a very comfortable listening. The WoodTones, available in three types of wood finish, … Continue Reading
Cambridge Audio Minx Air 100 and 200 Wireless Speaker Systems
Cambridge Audio has just debuted its new Minx Air 100 and 200 compact wireless speaker systems designed to play music from smart phones, tablets or computers in superb, Hi-Fi quality. These systems claim to mark the first time a Hi-Fi wireless speaker boasts integrated AirPlay, Bluetooth, and built-in Internet Radio. The Minx Air 100 and … Continue Reading
Microsoft Xbox One Home Entertainment System
It’s been rumored for a while that Microsoft was expected to launch the next generation Xbox sometime this year and the news is finally official. Microsoft has just revealed the Xbox One , the all-in-one gaming and entertainment system created to deliver a whole new generation of blockbuster games, television and entertainment. With Xbox One, … Continue Reading
Integra DTR-30.5 AV Receiver with built-in Wi-Fi and Bluetooth
Integra, who designs products specifically for custom installers, has just introduced the DTR-30.5 home theater receiver with new home integration and performance features. Notably this is the company’s first receiver with built-in Wi-Fi and Bluetooth interfaces for modern media connectivity. It is also Integra’s first with 4K pass-through and up-scaling for Ultra HD high definition … Continue Reading
Creative Hitz Headphones / Headsets
Creative understands that smart phones are the centre hub of mobile entertainment and has just released a new series of fun and colorful Creative Hitz headsets. Each product in the new series offers an in-line microphone for calls. The Creative Hitz headsets also reflect the company’s incorporation of a fresh new design theme, with the … Continue Reading
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Sony XBR 4K Ultra HD LED TVs – Canadian Pricing and Availability
Sony Canada has just revealed the prices and availability for its new 4K Ultra High Definition TV sets showed earlier this year at CES. The new XBR-55X900A (55-inch) and XBR-65X900A (65-inch) 4K Ultra HD LED TVs are priced at $5,499.99 and $7,699.99 respectively and are available now at store.sony.ca/4ktv and various retailers across the country.… Continue Reading
Klipsch Music Center KMC 3 Bluetooth Speaker
Klipsch has just launched the first product in the company’s new Klipsch Music Center series, called the KMC 3 Bluetooth Speaker. The Klipsch Music Center range of products commemorates the brand’s partnership with Live Nation Entertainment and its sponsorship of the Klipsch Music Center amphitheater in Indianapolis —one of the five most ticketed live music … Continue Reading
Devialet 110, 170 and 240 Amplifiers – Experience the Devialet Sound on a Smaller Budget
Devialet, the company behind the magnificent sounding D-Premier amplifier, has just announced the addition of three new amplifier/DAC models, two of which now allow music listeners with smaller budgets to experience the magical Devialet sound. The new models include the Devialet 110 ($6,495), the Devialet 170 ($9,495) and the Devialet 240 ($17,495). The Devialet 240 … Continue Reading
Sonus Faber Olympica Loudspeakers
The new Olympica loudspeaker series from Sonus Faber has been created as a homage to master architect Andrea Palladio and his Teatro Olimpico, a monumental theater in Vicenza, Italy. This new range of speakers, designed completely from the ground up, consists of three models called the Olympica I, Olympica II and Olympica III. Characterized by … Continue Reading
Marshall Monitor Headphones
Marshall, the company recognized worldwide for its guitar amplifiers, has just added a new model to its stable of headphones called the Monitor Headphone. Its slim, over-ear construction is said to deliver superior noise isolation without the bulk. The Monitor is embossed with a white script logo and black vinyl leather, evoking the spirit of … Continue Reading
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