For those looking for the truly discrete look for their flat-panel HDTV, Q Acoustics has the solution for you.
Their Q-TV2 is a complete 2.1 stereo audio system that fits completely behind your HDTV. This is ideal for placements where you don't want unsightly speakers, wires or other equipment showing.
The subwoofer is "vibration-free" and the left & right speakers' positions can be adjusted to fit any TV from 32" up to 42".
Unfortunately when home audio systems are set up, the acoustics of the listening room are rarely taken into account.Indeed, most people opt for expensive, top of the range sound systems in an attempt to reach the best-possible sound quality. But they often ignore one essential thing: the acoustics of the listening room itself.As a sound system is used in an enclosed space (the listening room), the acoustical conditions of the room will inevitably take control of the sound quality.
High-end audio manufacturers and enthusiasts go to great lengths to minimize the undesirable effects of mechanical vibrations on audio components.Hence most higher-end components are housed in heavy duty chassis and instead of having all electronics built into a single chassis we have separate CD players, pre-amplifiers and amplifiers.
Introducing an innovative two-piece home theater audio package, the YHT-S400 consists of an ultra-slim "sound bar" front speaker and a first-of-its-kind subwoofer-integrated receiver.
That's right: the receiver has the subwoofer built in! How it'll affect the electronics remains to be seen, but this is definitely a first!
The YHT-S400 provides HD Audio compatibility, three 1080p-compatible HDMI inputs (and one output), Yamaha's exclusive AIR SURROUND XTREME, UniVolume and Extended Stereo technologies.
For those with Internet-connected media servers in their home-theatre setups, Apple's iTunes Canadian store is finally offering high-definition movie downloads.
High definition movies are available for rent or purchase. Previously, Apple had only offered HD movies in Canada through Apple TV.
New release HD movies at the iTunes Canada Movie store will cost $24.99 CAD to purchase and $5.99 CAD to rent.
New release standard definition titles will cost $19.99 CAD to buy and $4.99 CAD to rent.
Gemme Audio has just announced that it will introduce a new G Series of loudspeakers in early 2010. The G series consists of three models, and each model will be available in Type S or Type R to suit the needs of audiophiles. All models share the same Peerless sourced coated paper woofer in Pressure Load Reflex enclosures. Type S variations feature a top of line Vifa Silk Ring Radiator, while Type R are equipped with aluminum True Ribbon tweeters.
British loudspeaker manufacturer KEF will formally introduce its Concept Blade speaker for the first time to a North American audience at the upcoming CES (January 7-10, 2010) in Las Vegas, Nevada.
KEF says the loudspeaker represents years of testing, analysis and experimentation by the loudspeaker manufacturer.
The Van den Hull HDMI Flat 180 is a flat shaped HDMI cable with clever tiltable connectors that installation in cramped spaces or at awkward angles easier.
The Flat 180 is fully compliant with HDMI v1.4 (1080p) for lengths up to 10 meters and 1080i compliant at 15 meters.
Features:
Fully compliant with the HDMI v1.4 fast-speed specifications for lengths up to 10.0 meters
In these economically tough times, prices for Blu-ray disc players and large flat-screen TVs have come down dramatically.So an upgrade to a first-rate surround speaker system, a Blu-ray player, HDTV
JVC has introduced a pair of soundbar home theater systems. Among the two new systems is the world's first dual wireless soundbar system that features a wireless subwoofer and wireless surround speakers. The other is distinguished by a super-slim soundbar and a thin, wall-mountable amplifier.
You may have heard of a relatively new comer to the audio component business, a little company called Fatman.Since its inception in 2006, Fatman has captured the interest of iPod owners with its high performance, tube-based amplifiers and docks designed specifically for the iPod.And as it turns out, the company isn't that little after all.Fatman is owned by TL Audio, a UK-based company that has been manufacturing professional audio valve products since 1993.
While the jury's still out on if 3D is the next big thing in home entertainment, Optoma is showcasing its capabilities and has just released the HD66, a 3D-capable home theatre projector.
We, at CANADA HiFi, are big fans of Logitech’s Squeezebox streaming system – in fact, we’ve got two zones setup in our test lab.
The company’s Squeezebox Touch, announced earlier this year, was suppose to be out before Christmas but now has been officially delayed until February 2010.
The WHDI standard enables full 1080p/60Hz HD with Deep Color at a distance of 100 feet and through walls.
WHDI provides a high-quality, uncompressed wireless link that enables the delivery of video data rates of up to 3Gbps (including 1080p/60Hz) in a 40MHz channel in the 5GHz unlicensed frequency, conforming to worldwide 5GHz spectrum regulations. Latency is less than 1ms.
WHDI also supports HDCP revision 2.0 to provide studio-approved security and digital content protection.
Yamaha Canada has announced two new soundbars which are thinner than previous models. They'll look great underneath the latest generation of slim bezel HDTVs.
Similar to previous Yamaha soundbars, both the YSP-4100 and YSP-5100, virtually recreate the soundfield of a discrete seven-channel audio system from a single box located under the display. The 5100 is about 7" longer (47-1/4") than the 4100 (40-1/2"). Both are 8-3/8" high and 3-1/2" deep.
Harman Kardon has just released the GLA-55, a high-end two piece speaker system for computer, MP3 player and home entertainment use. Offering versatility in its function, the Harman Kardon GLA-55 is a stylized multimedia focal point, boasting breathtaking beauty, impeccable sound technology and functionality. Combining numerous proprietary technologies to provide the highest audio quality, GLA-55 promises astonishing bass and clear accurate sound in any direction.
If you’re a fan of vinyl – we’ve got some good news for you this morning!
It appears that vinyl sales are up for the second year in a row since 1991, the year in which Nielsen Soundscan began keeping track in Canada and the US.
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