ISE 2020 is hailed as ‘The world’s biggest pro AV show’, and it is taking place now at the RAI Amsterdam. There are over 1,300 exhibitors and over 80,000 visitors are expected, from all around the world.
McIntosh has announced that, now with Simple Device Discovery Protocol (SDDP) implemented, the MX123 A/V Processor has received Connects with Control4 Certification from Control4®, the smart home brand for SnapAV.
Scottish loudspeaker manufacturer, Fyne Audio, is entering the residential installation loudspeaker market, opening with five in-ceiling/in-wall models based on the brand’s budget and mid-level traditional speakers.
Built to provide a bass foundation for ATC’s Entry Series speakers, its C1C and C3C centre speakers, HTS Series on-wall speakers and all but the largest satellite speaker systems, the new C1 Sub Mk 2 is a compact real wood veneered design, incorporating a hand-built 12” ATC bass driver and a fully discrete ATC 200W MOSFET power amplifier.
The new Wharfedale EVO4 Series sits between the existing Diamond 11 Series and Wharfedale’s forthcoming, flagship Elysian speakers. The initial range comprises six models: two standmount speakers (EVO4.1 and 4.2), two floorstanders (EVO4.3 and 4.4), a large home cinema centre speaker (EVO4.C) and a surround speaker designed for on-wall siting (EVO4.S).
McIntosh has announced three new next-generation home cinema products: the MX170 and MX123 A/V Processors, plus the MC255 5-Channel Home Theatre Amplifier.
Hot on the heels of the Rocky Mountain Audio Fest 2019 is the CEDIA Expo. With RMAF moving to its new location this year, and being earlier than it’s usual October dates, CEDIA comes in back to back with it in the Colorado capital, with some exhibitors staying over for both shows.
Xavian, whose Perla speakers we reviewed here, handmake all of their loudspeakers in Prague, Czech Republic. They have just launched their collection of three newcentre channel speakers, Xavian Melos, Xavian Grande Scena and Xavian Scena.
MartinLogan has announced seven new Motion Series loudspeakers for music and home cinemas. The new line of modern, multi-application speakers uses the same technology as previous generations of the Motion Series, updated with a modern new design.
Emotiva Audio Corporation has introduced the XMC-2 16 channel AV Processor, featuring the sound and modular design of the company’s flagship RMC-1 processor, at a more affordable price point.
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