French loudspeaker manufacturer Focal launched the wireless floorstanding Diva Utopia in the fall of 2024. This active speaker was clearly well-received, as Focal is now releasing the larger Diva Mezza Utopia. Both Diva speakers aim to make all other hi-fi components obsolete, as they are equipped not only with powerful amplifiers from British company Naim Audio but also with […] More
KEF has launched the XIO Soundbar, a sleekly designed all-in-one speaker system that combines Dolby Atmos surround sound and hi-fi audio in a compact design that can be placed in front of the TV or mounted on the wall below it. While KEF has a rich history of developing and manufacturing loudspeakers, the KEF XIO […] More
The Magnat Signature 603 features a three-band configuration. These speakers come with a sizable woofer that has a diameter of 6.5 inches, utilizing a paper diaphragm with an additional outer coating. This design enhances the rigidity of the diaphragm while keeping its weight relatively low, resulting in fast and energetic low frequencies. The woofer is […] More
Wharfedale has updated its popular series of loudspeakers – the EVO 5 range replaces the EVO 4, which used technology developed for the flagship Elysian models, offering further improvements to the drivers, updated larger cabinets and crossovers for hi-fi sound, while avoiding a significant increase in price. The new Wharfedale EVO 5 series includes five […] More
Klipsch has announced the Flexus Core 300 soundbar, an expansion of the Flexus Sound System developed in collaboration with sister brand Onkyo. A total of 13 drivers are packed into the 5.1.2-channel soundbar. Klipsch Flexus Core 300 The Flexus Core Sound System is, according to the makers, a flexible and easy to install sound system. The system […] More
Bärbox is a new German loudspeaker manufacturer and the company’s first product is the floorstanding passive two-way loudspeaker B.01. The housing of the B.01 is made of solid wood and the bass port is placed on the bottom. The craftsmanship takes place in Germany. Bärbox B.01: two-way bass reflex loudspeaker The Bärbox B.01 has a […] More
Bluesound has significantly revised its existing Powernode. The engineers have added an amplifier for a center speaker. The new Powernode can now deliver 100 watts per channel in stereo or 80 watts per channel if three channels were used. The class D amplification has been improved by using GaN technology. The shipment is expected to […] More
Audio-Technica has given its existing AT-SP3x two-way active master/slave speaker system a white paint job. The speakers feature 3-inch woofers and 1.1-inch tweeters and are set to launch in 2024. Music can be fed in via a stereo RCA input or wirelessly via Bluetooth with support for Multipoint Pairing, allowing users to seamlessly switch between, […] More
Bowers & Wilkins (B&W) has been a supplier to the famous Abbey Road recording studio for many years, 45 years to be exact. That is partly the reason for releasing a special anniversary edition floorstanding loudspeaker. The B&W X 801 Abbey Road Limited Edition, which is based on the 801 D4 Signature, comes in a […] More
Teufel Audio has introduced a new version of the Ultima 40 Active. The Ultima 40 Active 3 merges the elegant design of the latest Ultima series with the benefits of an active speaker, including an integrated AV receiver that offers a variety of connection options. Additionally, the system can be enhanced with a pair of […] More
Sony has announced four new passive speakers that are members of the CS-Series. According to the manufacturer, the four speakers are multifunctional and usable for two-channel and multi-channel applications. There is even a Dolby Atmos model, but a buyer can also start with two floorstanders and expand later. Sony SS-CS5M2: three-way monitor speaker The SS-CS5M2 […] More
Wilson Audio has announced the launch of the Sabrina V, a completely redesigned floorstanding speaker that is largely based on the company’s leading technologies, but which also remains the most compact and accessible floorstanding model. Deliveries will reportedly start in early July and buyers will be able to choose from a variety of finishes. Wilson […] More
