Sennheiser MOMENTUM Black Headphones

Sennheiser has reimagined its popular MOMENTUM headphone with the launch of the new MOMENTUM Black model. Featuring a sleek look, the MOMENTUM Black combines pure design and uncompromising performance with the signature blacks of this season’s fashion collections. Minimal black designs are dominating the latest collections from the leading fashion houses. The look of right … Continue Reading

Theta Digital Compli Blu 3D Universal Disc Transport

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

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

Bowers & Wilkins AM-1 Weatherproof Speaker

The new Bowers & Wilkins AM-1 Architectural Monitor is a weatherproof loudspeaker that promises a perfect combination of quality sound, durability and supreme flexibility. AM-1 is suitable for installation in a wide range of outdoor and indoor applications.  The AM-1 avoids the compromises commonly associated with all-weather monitors, and delivers all the performance expected of … Continue Reading

Kanto YUMI Bluetooth Speaker System and BEN Speakers

Canadian distributor NVU Electronics Inc., has just announced the latest line of bookshelf speakers from Kanto AV Systems. YUMI is an all new Bluetooth enabled speaker system which promises one of the easiest set-ups of any bookshelf system. Simply connect the speakers, add power, and start streaming your favourite music right from your Bluetooth enabled … Continue Reading

Meridian Audio Explorer USB DAC

  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

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

CANADA HiFi February/March 2013 Digital/Tablet/iPad Edition is Now Available!

The digital edition of the February/March 2013 issue is now available in the Digital Editions section. Features inside this issue include:

• 2013 Consumer Electronics Show Highlights: Exploring the Latest Consumer Electronics Trends and Products in Las Vegas
• What drives your music? Understanding Hard Disk and Solid State Technologies and How They Relate To Music Storage
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Paradigm Electronics Soundtrack System

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

Naim Audio Launches New Products at Bay Bloor Radio

If someone asked you to predict the future of hi-fi a few years ago, would you be able to guess exactly what we would have today?  You might be able to predict some things but probably not everything.  Technology continues to advance at such a staggering pace that often it’s difficult to foresee what’s around … Continue Reading

Audio Guide – Best Headphones and Earphones

  Do you listen to music on the go?  If you’re a music fan like us, your smartphone is probably filled with hundreds of songs.  And if you’re still using the cheap earphones that came with your phone – shame on you!  But don’t worry because we’ve got the fix.  Our friends over at Guydster, … Continue Reading

Wren Sound Systems V5AP Wireless AirPlay System

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

Samsung UN55ES8000F 55-inch 3D LED TV Review

It was in the Aug/Sept 2012 issue of CANADA HiFi that I reviewed Samsung’s excellent flagship PN64E8000 plasma television.  Equipped with many of the latest user technologies and delivering one of the finest images available, Samsung’s reference plasma television leaves little to desire.  It’s no surprise that after years of successful products and good reviews, … Continue Reading

Bowers & Wilkins AM-1 Weatherproof Loudspeaker

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

SVS Ultra Series Tower Speakers

The new SVS Ultra Tower Speaker is the company’s flagship model in the Ultra Series line.  The trapezoid cabinet shape is a logical choice for speakers since the non-parallel cabinet panels reduce standing waves within the cabinet, effectively eliminating frequency response colorations. The wedge-shaped front baffle and flush-mounted drivers reduce edge diffraction and also improve … Continue Reading

THX Tune-Up App – Improve Your TV’s Picture in Minutes

Our friends over at Guydster – “the guy’s guide to everything” just posted news of the new THX Tune-Up app for smarphones/tablets which guides users through a basic TV picture calibration.  It’s available for free only until February 4^th so hurry up and download it today! Check out www.guydster.com for more detailed info.… Continue Reading

4K Resolution: The Next Evolution of Video

HDTVs are an integral part of many consumers’ homes and with the recent switch to digital over-the-air broadcasting in Canada, back in September of 2011, many consumers now have access to free, high definition content (1080i) without needing to go through a satellite or cable provider. Thanks to the ever-decreasing price of HDTVs, coupled with … Continue Reading

Glow Audio – Glow Amp Two

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

How Vibrations Impact the Sound of Your System and How to Eliminate Them

Audio is a wonderful hobby that brings great pleasure to millions around the world through their aural senses. However, few audio enthusiasts will deny that our wonderful hobby is plagued by a few product categories that flatter only to deceive. These are usually promoted by charlatans who talk such a great game, their mesmerizing sales … Continue Reading

MK Sound MK150THX 5.1 Speaker System

Have you ever wondered about what kind of audio systems professional studios use for engineering movie soundtracks?  MK Sound has long been a popular choice for professional studios and over the years has made its way into thousands of home theatres around the world. MK Sound speakers have been used for sound mixing and editing … Continue Reading