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Cambridge Audio CXN (V2) and Edge NQ network streamers gain Roon support

I’ve been testing out Cambridge Audio’s CXN (V2) network streamer for several months and today my one glaring complaint about the CXN (V2) just got resolved: Native Roon support. Roon support is a free software update for both the CXV (V2) and Cambridge Audio’s flagship Edge NQ. Once updated the CXV (V2) and Edge NQ will […]

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Denon, Marantz, and Heos publish final list of Airplay 2 compatible components

Denon, Marantz, and Heos—all subsidiaries of Sound United—have published the final list of models that will support Airplay 2 via Firmware upgrade.  The table below outlines the models that are eligible for the free Airplay 2 upgrade. DENON MARANTZ HEOS AVR-X8500H SR8012 HEOS Home Cinema HS2 AVR-X6500H SR7013 AVR-X6400H SR7012 AVR-X6300H SR7011 AVR-X4500H SR6013 AVR-X4400H […]

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Marantz and Denon announce AirPlay 2 Upgradable Receivers and Sound Bars

Marantz and Denon have announced current receiver and sound bar models that will be firmwareupgradable to Apple’s forthcoming AirPlay 2 whole home streaming technology. AirPlay 2 is Apple’s response to Amazon Alexa and Google, who have made tremendous inroads with music streaming platforms like Sonos, Heos, and MusicCast.  With AirPlay 2, you’ll be able to […]

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How to extend USB 1.0 and USB 2.0 connections for media servers and DACs

We’ll show you how to extend USB 1.0 and 2.0 connections up to 100 feet or more so you can connect audio servers and DACs to your audio system. If you have a music server with hi-res files or a high quality USB DAC, chances are you have these devices located relatively close to your […]

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Free AppleTV with DirectTV Now streaming service subscription

DirectTV is offering a free 32GB AppleTV 4K for new subscribers of their DirectTV Now streaming service who prepay three months of service for $105. The DirectTV three month deal is even better than DirectTV’s previous bundle which required a prepay of four months. You can take advantage of this special deal from DirectTV’s special […]

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SVS launches 4000 Series Subwoofers: Incredible subwoofer performance and high tech

SVS has set the subwoofer world on notice yet again with the launch of their new 4000 series subwoofers that promise to raise the performance bar yet again. The SVS 4000 Series subwoofers borrow heavily from the company’s flagship SVS 16-Ultra Series. The SVS 16-Ultra subwoofer line has won nearly every industry award in 2017, including […]

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Puro Sound Labs new JuniorJams headphones protect kids’ hearing

Puro Sound Labs is back with a new line of specially designed kids headphones geared protect a child’s hearing from permanent damage. Puro says that the new JuniorJams line has been designed for performance, safety, durability, and comfort, with great value pricing. We just call them high tech, audiophile-grade headphones for kids. Don’t laugh, Puro Sound […]

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1More Quad Driver headphone review

1More’s THX-certified Quad Driver headphones deliver superb sound and outstanding value for the audiophile who wants a reference in-ear-headphone. Introduction I’ve become a fan of 1More since the company’s founding just three short years ago. I’ve had the privilege of reviewing a number of in-ear and over the ear headphone models. For me, 1More’s headphone […]

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