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Last Updated: 09/03/2010 08:50:02 AM UTC

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BLOG: Enduring The Inevitable 3D BS Bandwagon Mentality

BLOG: Enduring The Inevitable 3D BS Bandwagon Mentality

Much like the term "CD-ready" was bogus back in the heyday of its use, so, too is (for the most part) the new notion of "3D audio." In this guest blog from our resident audiophile Robert Franner, he discusses the issue, and why most claims of 3D audio are nothing but fluff.

Marketnews Published: 09/03/2010 08:50:02 AM UTC

 

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Apple Polishes New iPod Line

Apple Polishes New iPod Line

At a scheduled media event in San Francisco, Apple refreshed its entire iPod line with models that are downsized (physically) from their predecessors, and yet packed with more features, many of which were culled from the iPhone4.

Robert Franner Published: 09/01/2010 03:44:13 PM UTC

Sirius Canada Readies New Receivers, First Internet Radio, for the Fall

Sirius Canada Readies New Receivers, First Internet Radio, for the Fall

Sirius Canada held a preview this morning for its upcoming devices, including refreshed versions of its portable satellite radio receivers, a sound system with touch controls, and the company's first Internet radio.

Christine Persaud Published: 08/31/2010 11:53:50 AM UTC

Grace Digital Audio Adds a Trio of Weatherproof Outdoor Wireless Speakers

Grace Digital Audio Adds a Trio of Weatherproof Outdoor Wireless Speakers

Grace Digital Audio has announced three new wireless weatherproof speaker systems, the Rock Speaker, Schooner II, and Mini-Bullets II, for use by the pool or BBQ.

Robert Franner Published: 08/30/2010 07:31:47 AM UTC

Gentec Announces Canadian Availability of 17-model Klipsch Reference V Series

Gentec Announces Canadian Availability of 17-model Klipsch Reference V Series

Klipsch Reference V Series speakers have been re-engineered with new drivers and crossover systems; along with several cosmetic upgrades, including new black metallic finished baffles, machined "Cerametallic" woofers, logos and feet.

Robert Franner Published: 08/25/2010 03:02:27 PM UTC

FEATURE: Art of the Demo - Demonstrating High-Fidelity Headphones & Earphones

FEATURE: Art of the Demo - Demonstrating High-Fidelity Headphones & Earphones

In North America, people listen to music for a greater proportion of their waking hours than they realize: piped-in music in grocery stores and restaurants, background music at dinner parties, loud dance music at bars and weddings.

Gordon Brockhouse Published: 08/25/2010 01:56:24 PM UTC

HANDS-ON REVIEW: Arcam rDAC Digital-to-Analog Converter

HANDS-ON REVIEW: Arcam rDAC Digital-to-Analog Converter

True: we're in the age of iPods and compressed audio. But there still remains a healthy market of those who appreciate the ability to hear a song reproduced exactly how the artist intended. That's where devices like the Arcam rDAC digital-to-analog converter come in.

Marketnews Published: 08/25/2010 08:30:01 AM UTC

Denon Celebrates 100 Years and a Legacy of Firsts

Denon Celebrates 100 Years and a Legacy of Firsts

 

At a special reception held last week at its American headquarters in Mahwah, N.J., Denon Electronics announced seven Limited Edition home-entertainment products to commemorate its 100th anniversary.

 

John Thomson Published: 08/23/2010 05:21:20 PM UTC

Newegg.ca to Sell Klipsch

Newegg.ca to Sell Klipsch

Klipsch audio products will now be sold through the Newegg.ca Canadian online e-tailing portal, including earbuds and headphones, as well as speakers.

Christine Persaud Published: 08/20/2010 03:06:43 PM UTC

Audio-Technica Turntables Convert Vinyl Into MP3

Audio-Technica Turntables Convert Vinyl Into MP3

 

Audio-Technica's AT-LP240-USB Direct-Drive Turntable System has a USB output that allows direct connection to a computer without any special drivers. Once digitized, LP tracks can be ported to the likes of Apple's iPod or any MP3 player.

 

Robert Franner Published: 08/20/2010 03:00:30 PM UTC

SIRIUS Canada Launches Android App

SIRIUS Canada Launches Android App

On the heels of rival XM Canada's announcement that it has created a version of its mobile app for the Android platform, Sirius has confirmed the same.

Christine Persaud Published: 08/19/2010 11:06:04 AM UTC

Denon Celebrates 100 Years and a legacy of Firsts: Part 1 of 3

Denon Celebrates 100 Years and a legacy of Firsts: Part 1 of 3 + see more videos