It’s safe to say that we are firmly in the golden era of wireless audio products. Not long ago, most portable speakers were dismissed as toys, and not something capable of any serious listening. But that sentiment has changed, as many of the most respected names in the audio industry have released portable wireless speakers that meet the…
It’s been just about two years since Bowers & Wilkins released the stellar PX wireless headphones, and even longer since the other models in the P lineup first hit the market. In that time, the company has revamped many of their most popular bookshelf and floorstanding speakers, and released their acclaimed Formation system—the industry’s first true audiophile-quality wireless…
When it comes to shopping for audio products, the proof is in the performance. Video reviews and forum advice might help you narrow down your target gear, but there’s no substitute for being able to demo an A/V receiver or set of speakers before you buy them. It’s even better if you can do it in a space…
Sonos may not have started the wireless speaker revolution, but they darn near perfected it. With an iconic design, an intuitive app, and unprecedented audio quality over a wireless connection, Sonos speakers set the standard to which every latecomer has aspired. Sonos became the de facto example of a “wireless speaker,” with one caveat—you still needed to plug…
It’s no secret that today’s ultra-thin TVs tend to lack in audio quality—this is an unfortunate side effect of their shrinking profiles. So, in order to get the most out of movie night, some sort of supplementary speaker system is just about mandatory. A surround sound system greatly improves the cinematic experience, bringing the feel of the theater…
This month, we’ll be hosting a trio of exciting events, featuring demonstrations of new and unique products from Bose, Dyson, and MartinLogan. Here’s all the info you’ll need on our July events: MartinLogan Neolith Experience — July 10 Among other audio innovations, MartinLogan is perhaps best known for their electrostatic speaker lineup. The pinnacle of that series is…
The Bose Frames audio sunglasses combine style and sound into one cool product that is sure to be the perfect summer companion. These high-tech shades have the power of Bose built-in, giving you immersive audio anywhere you go. And while they look great, you’ll have to try them on to really appreciate them. So our friends from Bose…
For more than fifty years, Bowers & Wilkins has made a name creating some of the finest speakers available for purchase. They are best known for creating audiophile-quality speakers whose signature is stunningly accurate sound reproduction—the listener hears exactly what the music creator intended. While they have always experimented with radical, innovative speaker designs like the Nautilus and…
Last weekend, we had the opportunity to take part in the Audio Expo North America (AXPONA), the country’s largest audio equipment expo. AXPONA is an audiophile’s dream—think of it as the Detroit Auto Show for audio lovers. It’s where the best of the best gets put on display, giving thousands of people the chance to experience something normally…
If you’re an audiophile or a music lover in the Chicagoland area, you’ll be interested to know that one of the industry’s most exciting events is right around the corner: The Audio Expo North America. AXPONA is the largest audio expo in North America, a three-day event celebrating everything about audio gear and the listening experience. Hundreds of…
