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MONITOR SERIES 7 SUBWOOFERS: SUB 8, SUB 10 & SUB 12
•A compact footprint (check out the diminutive SUB 8)without compromising bass output or bass extension. • Trickle-down Paradigm Reference technology … despitecone size, the NLC™ non-limiting corrugated Santoprene®surrounds help cones move huge volumes of air for bass so loud and so deep it will send the cat running for cover. • State-of-the-art room-tuning technology. Don’t worry [...]
M.150: The world’s first LED & Active 3D
SIM2’s dedication and commitment to innovation, led us to focus our efforts into research on the most advanced light source technology available on the Home Theatre market today: LED.We are proud to announce the launch of the world’s first active 3D (*) LED Full HD DLP-based Video Interior Design System: the M.150. This system is [...]
Sim 2 Crystal 35 Projector
The Crystal 35’s rainbow effect issues may make it a try before you buy proposition, but its exceptional brightness for its money and designer looks mean that it’s a uniquely ‘lifestyle’ projection solution to that eternal problem of how to watch projected images in normal living spaces rather than dedicated theatre rooms. Key Features Full [...]
Rega RP6 Turntable
The new Rega RP6 Turntable has arrived with sound, engineering and finish which can only be described as stunning. Available in eight high gloss finishes, the RP6 comes with the latest RB303 Tonearm, dedicated outboard power supply with electronic speed change, double brace plinth technology for extra rigidity and a 16mm glass mass-loaded flywheel platter.All this for just $1,799 RRP. [...]
Media Release(Yamaha)
Networked home entertainment now optimised for iPad and Android tablet users Yamaha’s AV Controller app has transformed countless iOS and Android devices into wireless remote controls since it was introduced in 2011, opening the door to networked home entertainment for many Australian households. In a major update, version 3.0 of the AV Controller app boasts [...]
Best Bookshelf Speaker
Introduction The CEDIA Expo isn’t really a show for audiophiles. Most of the setups are geared towards in-wall speakers, projectors, and other various forms of home automation, but there are always a few vendors there that have some nice demonstrations. This year, one of my favorite demonstrations came from Paradigm, who had a complete [...]
Best Compact Subwoofer
Seismic 110 I described the last Paradigm Reference sub I reviewed, the Reference Signature Sub 25, as the “Mother of All Subwoofers”. Then Paradigm came out with the even more massive SUB 1 and SUB 2 models. So when I agreed to review the Seismic 110, a small barrel-shaped sub that measures barely 13” in any [...]
Best Mid Priced AVR
Introduction to the Anthem MRX 500 7.1 A/V Receiver A quick internet search turns up a number of very positive reviews for the Anthem MRX 700. The MRX 700 is Anthem’s top of line receiver. In my internet search, however, I didn’t find any reviews of the two other receiver models. Incidentally, the MRX 700 [...]
Best Advanced Room Correction Firmware
Introduction to the Anthem MRX 300 Receiver Anthem is a company that is well-known in audiophile circles for cost-no-object separates and excellent separate power amplifiers. Anthem is the parent company to Paradigm, whose Studio 20 v.3 monitors were used in conjunction with the Anthem seven-channel MRX 300 AV receiver for this review. I always assume [...]
The list of winners
Best Product Awards for 2011 The SECRETS Editorial Team is pleased to announce the Best of 2011 Awards. This year we have added a new Media Category for 3D Movies, in addition to Blu-ray, CD and Vinyl Recordings. And this year we have two products winning the “BAD ASS” Award, and one Media “BAD ASS” [...]
FMJ D33 Digital to Analogue Converter
Reference quality audio DAC World Class sound quality Dual 24bit / 192kHz Burr Brown DAC ICs USB, AES, Coaxial & Optical inputs User selectable filters Massive, multi-stage regulated power supply Full IR and RS232 remote control Stunning transparancy and musicality From the moment that the first CD players emerged in the mid 1990s Arcam set [...]
551R AV Receiver
Introducing the new slimline 551R AV Receiver The most powerful Entry Level AV Receiver on the market True Audiophile sound quality in Stereo or Surround Sound High Quality Faroudja Scaler & Cirrus Logic 24/192 DACs One of the few slimline AV Receivers available & the most Dynamic! As TVs become impossibly thin – and sound [...]
Pre32 and A34.2 Preamplifier
PERFECTION PER FUNCTION We introduce a new classic pre-power amplifier system for the 30 series comprising the PRE32 preamplifier and the A34.2 UFPD power amplifier. Generating audiophile standards of fidelity, this Primare combination represents the essence of Primare design, blending our trademark low-noise wide bandwidth signal processing and control with effortless ease-of-use and superb minimalist [...]
Sydney Audio Club Meeting – February
Sydney Audio Club Meeting – Sunday 12-Feb-2012 The February meeting of the Sydney Audio Club sees us once again at Dence Park for an afternoon of fine music and sound and convivial company. Each month, the Sydney Audio Club presents the finest in high end audio systems for our members and guests. It’s a bit like [...]
Azur 651 Series
Cambridge Audio’s new Azur 651 Series brings hi-fi to the digital music generation… Azur 651A Integrated amplifier $899 RRP Azur 651C CD player $899 RRP Download 651A Tech Specifications Download 651C Tech Specifications To embrace the wider variety of ways we enjoy music, Cambridge Audio, the UK’s best-selling hi-fi manufacturer, is excited to unveil the [...]
