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USA Distribution Announced for Amadeus Philharmonia Speakers Co-designed by Jean Nouvel
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USA Distribution Announced for Amadeus Philharmonia Speakers Co-designed by Jean Nouvel

French speaker designer Amadeus confirmed Source Systems, Ltd. as its US distributor for the Hi-Fi market for new speakers co-designed by world-renowned architect Jean Nouvel. The new USA distributor for Amadeus Philharmonia speakers expects speakers to be available in California by early February, 2016: for sale and for demonstrations. The new speakers retail in the US for $39,900 per pair.
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Hafler’s HA75 Tube Head Headphone Amplifier Gets Recognition
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Hafler’s HA75 Tube Head Headphone Amplifier Gets Recognition

We have a policy not to publish news items just for the fact that products have been nominated for the NAMM TEC Awards or other awards. Not that they have merit or deserve the recognition, but because it doesn’t add anything to the information already published. We make an exception for Hafler’s HA75 Tube Head, because it’s good to know it’s getting some attention.
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AudioControl New Multi-Zone Network Matrix-Amplifier Director Model M6400 Now Shipping
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AudioControl New Multi-Zone Network Matrix-Amplifier Director Model M6400 Now Shipping

AudioControl is now shipping its new Director Model M6400 Network Matrix Amplifier for residential or commercial projects. The Director Model M6400, part of AudioControl’s new Matrix M-Series and is able to drive sixteen channels of high-power amplification in a compact 2U chassis that delivers 65 watts per channel at 8 Ohms, 100 watts per channel at 4 Ohms and 175 watts at 8 Ohm bridged, all channels driven.
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Celestion Unveils New 4 Ohm CF1840H Cast Frame Low Frequency Driver
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Celestion Unveils New 4 Ohm CF1840H Cast Frame Low Frequency Driver

Among several new products scheduled for unveiling at the forthcoming Winter NAMM 2016 show, Celestion announced it will extend its next generation CF range of high-end ferrite magnet professional audio loudspeakers with a new 4 Ohm CF1840H cast frame model. The new 1000W LF driver features long throw and high sensitivity with superior cooling features.
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Thiel Audio Showcases Latest Generation SmartSub 1.12 at CES 2016
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Thiel Audio Showcases Latest Generation SmartSub 1.12 at CES 2016

At CES 2016, Thiel Audio will introduce a new SmartSub using a proprietary long excursion 12-inch driver and DSP-controlled 1250 watt amplifier, which works with a sophisticated control app and advanced DSP room correction. The SmartSub 1.12 powered subwoofer features six user-accessible Sound Mode Presets to adjust it for any style of music, movies and even gaming content.
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McIntosh new MX160 A/V Processor Combines UHD, Dolby Atmos and Auro-3D
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McIntosh new MX160 A/V Processor Combines UHD, Dolby Atmos and Auro-3D

McIntosh Laboratory’s new MX160 processor combines 4K Ultra HD video, HDBaseT connectivity, Dolby Atmos and Auro-3D immersive audio support, high-resolution audio support, RoomPerfect correction technology, and more with the brand’s legendary sound quality. The new MX160 replaces the existing MX151 and brings McIntosh’s sound and build quality to a new level.
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Palmer Macht 402 Stereo Power Amplifier for Tube Sound Without Tubes
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Palmer Macht 402 Stereo Power Amplifier for Tube Sound Without Tubes

Now available, the Palmer MACHT 402 is a powerful 19” stereo power amplifier that has been designed specifically for use with guitars. It provides 200 watts of power per channel (4 ohms) and 400 watts bridged (8 ohms) and works with virtually any guitar cabinet. This high-performance unit with class D design for guitar preamps is suitable for small amplifiers, modelers and even effects pedals.
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New Mentor Automotive Development Platform for Audio Network Systems based on Automotive Audio Bus Technology
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New Mentor Automotive Development Platform for Audio Network Systems based on Automotive Audio Bus Technology

Mentor Graphics Corporation announced the Mentor Automotive A2B Analyzer, the industry's first third-party development platform supporting the Automotive Audio Bus (A2B) technology developed by Analog Devices. Introduced in 2014, A2B digital audio bus technology enables distributing audio and control data together with clock and power over a single, unshielded twisted-pair wire.
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Wireworld Previews Helicon 16 Speaker Cables for Internal Wiring and DIY Applications
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Wireworld Previews Helicon 16 Speaker Cables for Internal Wiring and DIY Applications

Miami-based manufacturer of high-performance audio and video cables, Wireworld Cable Technology, announced the Helicon 16, a new series of 16-gauge compact speaker cables, designed for internal wiring and DIY applications. The new cable solution will be previewed at CES 2016 in Las Vegas.
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Morel Debuts New SoundWall In-Wall Speaker Models at CES 2016
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Morel Debuts New SoundWall In-Wall Speaker Models at CES 2016

At CES 2016, Las Vegas, NV, Morel will announce the debut of its new in-wall sound bar named SoundWall LCR 4, created to compliment today’s ultra slim televisions with a sleek, high fidelity modular audio solution. The other new product is the SoundWall SURFACE series, part of Morel’s new “invisible” architectural speaker solutions that leaves no visual footprint while producing an immersive musical experience.
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