George de Sa

Ferrari by Logic3 R300 Scuderia Ferrari Headphones

February 20th, 2013, In Home, by George de Sa

Ferrari by Logic3, a brand distributed in Canada by Erikson Consumer, has just introduced its new R300 noise-cancelling headphone to their Scuderia Ferrari Collection. The new R300 Active Noise Cancelling (ANC) headphone embodies styling of the Scuderia Ferrari racing team, incorporating aerodynamic air vents and Ferrari’s traditional GT Car grill. The R300 features machined metal … Continue Reading

NAD C 516BEE CD Player

February 19th, 2013, In Home, by George de Sa

NAD Electronics, has just announced their new C 516BEE Player, which is aimed a providing high fidelity sound at an affordable price. The new C 516BEE replaces its predecessor, the popular NAD C 515BEE. More Headlines The C 516BEE features the latest generation Cirrus Logic 24/192 D/A Converters for more accurate dynamics and a finely-tuned analog stage for even … Continue Reading

Marantz Reference Calss NA-11S1 Network Player

February 19th, 2013, In Home, by George de Sa

Marantz, has just announced the launch of its new Reference Class NA-11S1 Network Audio Player and DAC. The NA-11S1 combines superior audio capabilities with advanced Internet streaming and digital connectivity options, all within a single box. The NA-11S1 provides connectivity to a broad range of portable devices as well as PC connectivity, all easily controlled with the … Continue Reading

Theta Digital Compli Blu 3D Universal Disc Transport

February 14th, 2013, In Home, by George de Sa

Theta Digital has just recently announced that it is now shipping its latest universal disc transport - the Compli Blu 3D. The Compli Blu 3D is optimized for use with advanced preamp/processors and outboard DACs. Theta has indicated that rather than compromise performance by incorporating an in-board DAC, they have optimized disc playback by creating a dedicated transport that can be … Continue Reading

Sonos Playbar

February 13th, 2013, In Home, by George de Sa

Sonos, Inc., an innovator in wireless audio systems, has just introduced their newest product, the Sonos Playbar. The Sonos Playbar is a soundbar that is said to bring immersive HiFi sound to the TV with all the convenience of wireless streaming through one easy-to-use player. The all-in-one design of the Sonos Playbar integrates aluminum stylish treatments with acoustically tranparent fabric for a modern yet discrete … Continue Reading

Meridian Audio Explorer USB DAC

February 12th, 2013, In Home, by George de Sa

Meridian has just announced their new Explorer USB DAC, a pocket-sized high-resolution USB DAC aiming to provide computer-audio at its best. The Explorer has connectivity to allow for it to be used in personal headphone-based systems right on through to full-scale systems. With the Explorer, the connect computer’s sound card is removed from the audio-chain and therefore, the door … Continue Reading

Sceptre E328BV-FMD LED HDTV with MHL

February 11th, 2013, In Home, by George de Sa

Sceptre, a manufacturer of HDTV and PC display products has just unvelied their first LED HDTV with MHL (Mobile High-Definition Link) technology. The new Sceptre E328BV-FMD is a 32-inch ultra-slim HDTV that has been designed to provide an interactive home entertainment experience. The E328BV-FMD with its MHL technology allows users to utilize a large flat panel screen as a display or speaker for their … Continue Reading

Paradigm Electronics Soundtrack System

February 7th, 2013, In Home, by George de Sa

Paradigm Electronics Inc. is now shipping its new Soundtrack System, part of the Paradigm SHIFT series. The Soundtrack System is a sleek, low-profile sound solution designed to specifically for use with ultra-thin flat panels. The system combines a soundbar with a compact, wireless (with optional wired option) subwoofer. Installation is a simple as mounting the soundbard to the wall, with no complex technical … Continue Reading

Wren Sound Systems V5AP Wireless AirPlay System

February 5th, 2013, In Home, by George de Sa

Wren Sound Systems has just announced their new Wren V5AP, wireless audio AirPlay sound system. An engineering team, led by former Harman SVP Mike Giffin, designed the new Wren V5AP. The Wren V5AP is said to leading-edge technology with traditional materials and build quality. The product brings together a wireless speaker with current WiFi technology that can deliver room-filling quality sound, while being aesthetically pleasing. The … Continue Reading

Bowers & Wilkins AM-1 Weatherproof Loudspeaker

February 4th, 2013, In Home, by George de Sa

Bowers & Wilkins has just introduced a new ‘weatherproof’ loudspeaker named simply as the AM-1. This new indoor/outdoor speaker has been designed to provide high-performance audio in an incredibly resilient and versatile package. The AM-1 is a two-way design that features an inverted drive unit configuration, with a 1-inch (25mm) aluminum-dome tweeter mounted below rather than above … Continue Reading

Glow Audio – Glow Amp Two

January 29th, 2013, In Home, by George de Sa

Glow Audio, a manufacturer of unique audio products, has just begun taking pre-orders for its all new Glow Amp Two push-pull stereo tube amplifier. The Glow Amp Two is rated to produce 15 watts per channel with the use of EL84 power tubes. Like the classic Glow Amp One, the new Glow Amp Two is hand … Continue Reading

Dali Kubik Free, Fazon and Phantom Loudspeakers

January 24th, 2013, In Home, by George de Sa

At the upcoming ISE Show in Amsterdam, being held at the end of January, DALI, a loudspeaker manufacturer, will be showcasing three new loudspeaker products: the Dali Kubik Free (new multi-connectivity active speaker); the Dali Fazon Mikro (new, ultra compact addition to Dali’s Fazon series) and; the Dali Phantom (in-wall/ceiling evolution of Dali’s Kompas and … Continue Reading

Gryphon Audio Designs Pendragon Loudspeaker

January 23rd, 2013, In Home, by George de Sa

Gryphon Audio Designs, based out of Denmark, has just introduced a new flagship loudspeaker, claimed to be their greatest achievement. The new Gryphon Pendragon is a semi-active, four-tower loudspeaker and the pinnacle of Gryphon’s product suite. The Pendragon was developed with Gryphon’s own Pandora preamplifier and Mephisto (stereo) or Mephisto Solo (monoblock) power amplifiers in mind. The new three-way Pendragon … Continue Reading

Merrill Audio Veritas Twins and Siamese Twins Amplifiers

January 22nd, 2013, In Home, by George de Sa

Merrill Audio has announced the release of two new Veritas amplifier models – a single chassis dual mono design, which is named the Veritas Twins as well as a pair of bridged monoblocks that they have been aptly named the Veritas Siamese Twins. Both new models are built around a Hypex Ncore NC1200. The Veritas … Continue Reading

Braven Bluetooth Speakers – 850, BRV-1, 570

January 21st, 2013, In Home, by George de Sa

Braven just recently introduced three new Bluetooth speaker models to their stable of products: the 850, BRV-1, and 570. The 850 is similar to Braven’s Six Series but at four times larger can provide greater volume to fill larger spaces. The new BRV-1 with its compact, waterproof, ultra-shock-resistant design and low weight of 400 grams is perfect for outdoor use. The … Continue Reading

Polk Audio TSx Loudspeaker Line

January 17th, 2013, In Home, by George de Sa

Polk Audio, introduced their high-value TSi speaker lineup back in 2008. Now, five years later, the TSi line has been completely redesigned under a new line – the TSx speaker line. The new TSx line introduces new curvilinear cabinet designs, improved bass, greater dynamic range, improved imaging, greater detail and higher sensitivity. The revamped TSx speaker line, has new voicing, with an emphasis on the … Continue Reading

Eddie Current Electra Electrostatic Tube Headphone Amplifier

January 16th, 2013, In Home, by George de Sa

Eddie Current, a high-end audio company specializing in hand-crafted, vacuum tube amplifiers, has now released their new Electra electrostatic tube headphone amplifier. The Electra, has been developed to handle the difficult power requirements that electrostatic headphones present. Using vacuum-tube technology and coupling magnetics, the Electra is said to provide richness within a lively, transparent soundstage - a sought-after combination of traits associated with … Continue Reading

Light Harmonic – Da Vinci Dual DAC

January 15th, 2013, In Home, by George de Sa

Light Harmonic, has just introduced their new Da Vinci Dual DAC. Light Harmonic’s Da Vinci DAC utilizes unique, proprietary design elements, as follows: - A 384K/32 Bit Asynchronous USB input which accepts genuine 384K/32 Bit pulse code modulation (PCM) digital audio without artificial up-sampling. - 3-L Buffering provides a jitter-free, three-layer elastic buffer between the … Continue Reading

Burmester 101 Integrated Amplifier – World Premiere at CES 2013

January 14th, 2013, In Home, by George de Sa

Just last week at CES, Burmester, debuted their new 101 Integrated amplifier. The 101 is slated to be a whole new entry level into the Burmester sound world. The 101 was being demonstrated for the first time paired to the new 102 CD Player. Burmester’s new 101 Integrated Amplifier is the latest integrated amplifier in the Burmester product range. The 101 … Continue Reading

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