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Reviews and profiles of the latest stereo components, speakers, receivers, portables, iPod docks, whole house music systems and other stereo components
Stereo Gift Buying Guide 2009
This section has gift buying ideas for the stereo or music lover on your shopping list, organized by price and product type. It includes stereo accessories, headphones, speakers, receivers, music discs, books and other gift buying ideas.
Invisible In-wall/In-ceiling Loudspeakers From Amina & Triad
For sound and design conscious consumers, the invisible in-wall and in-ceiling speakers from Amina and Triad could be the ideal solution for stereo and home theater speaker systems.
Review: Audyssey Laboratories Sound Equalizer
Audyssey Laboratories offers the Sound Equalizer that when properly installed, removes frequency response irregularities and sound coloration from multiple seating locations in a listening room. The Audyssey Sound Equalizer unquestionably made listening to music and movies more enjoyable and is worth the investment and in my system it was the final step to achieving great sound.
Monitor Audio R90HD Mini Monitors & R360HD Subwoofer Review
The Monitor Audio R90HD Mini Monitors and R360HD subwoofer will deceive the eyes, but not the ears. The Monitor Audio Mini Monitor system is truly mini, perhaps even micro-sized, yet they have a sound quality that matches or exceeds many bookshelf speakers I've tested and are a great value.
Audyssey Laboratories Dynamic EQ
Audyssey Dynamic EQ selects the correct frequency response and surround sound volume levels on a moment-by-moment basis, taking playback level into account.
Focal Dome 5.1 channel Subwoofer/Satellite Speaker System
The Focal Dome is a satellite-subwoofer system with excellent sound performance, it takes little space and offers multiple placement options.
Phase Technology Teatro V3.0 Sound Bar - Profile
The Teatro V3.0 Sound Bar is a two-way speaker with three 5.25" VDT (Vapor Deposited Titanium) woofers and three 1" soft dome tweeters in a single enclosure. However, you might say it's a three-way speaker because each side of the sound bar has a midrange driver facing outward and angled slightly backwards towards the wall to produce a wider soundstage and increase channel separation.
Review Center: Reviews and Profiles of Stereo Components and Speakers
Research shows that 75% of shoppers rely on product reviews before making a buying decision. Often it helps to have some ideas in mind before shopping for a stereo component or system. The following are reviews and profiles of stereo components and speakers that have been tested and evaluated in real world conditions.
Update: Radiient Wireless Speaker System
THX and Radiient Technologies have formed a partnership to co-license and co-brand Roomcaster wireless speakers for stereo and home theater systems
Top Picks for 2008
Of all the stereo components, speakers and accessories I've reviewed or profiled in the last year, these deserve special mention and are my top picks for 2008
Unique gift ideas for stereo and music enthusiasts
Unique gift ideas for the stereo and music enthusiast
Gifts for Stereo and Music Enthusiasts Priced from $50 - $100
Gift Ideas for Stereo and Music lovers priced from $50 - $100
Best Budget Stereo Gifts
These gift ideas, all priced under $50 are sure to please any stereo or music lover
Gift Ideas for Stereo Enthusiasts
The Stereo Gift Center has the best budget and high-value gifts organized by product type to make it easy to find the gifts you're looking for. Most products have photos and a link to help you get the best prices.
Pioneer Elite X-Z9 Compact Stereo System
The Pioneer Elite X-Z9 is a compact stereo system with a stereo receiver, a built-in CD/SACD player and a pair of stereo speakers. The X-Z9 features Pioneer’s Home Media Gallery, which makes it possible to enjoy entertainment sources such as Internet Radio, streaming audio from a networked PC or music stored on an MP3 player or a USB thumb drive.
Bag End E-Trap Electronic Bass Trap
Bag End has introduced the E-Trap, an active or powered bass trap that provides an electronic solution to room bass problems.
Review: Audio-Technica USB Stereo Turntable System
The Audio-Technica AT-LP2D-USB LP to Digital Recording System makes it easy to convert LPs to digital files or CDs, so you can play them on a portable music player, a car stereo or on your home stereo system.
Profile: Audio-Technica LP2D-USB LP to Digital Recording System
CES 2008 New Product: The Audio-Technica LP2D LP to Digital Recording System is a complete USB turntable and software package that makes it easy to transfer vinyl records to digital media files and CDs.
Profile: iTrax High Definition Audio Video Download Service
iTrax is a new website for downloading high definition audio video content. iTrax features outstanding stereo and surround sound recordings for downloading in six different audio video formats.
Profile: Denon S-102 Compact 2.1 Channel Home Theater System
The S-102 system is one of Denon's latest 2.1 channel home theater systems with advanced video and networking features.

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