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Hercules XPS: Three new multimedia speaker kits
Hercules, specialized in computer peripherals including audio, has announced the release of three new speaker systems designed to accompany an HTPC. Design, audio quality, bass booster or DJ sound are all highlights of these three kits in the Hercules XPS series.
The Hercules XPS 41 speaker kit consists of two satellite speakers and a subwoofer. It offers a slick design, smart and sober at the same time. The speakers are well-rounded and painted on the top and rubber in the foot. According to Hercules, the XPS 41 speaker kit offers an efficient and balanced sound. The transducers satellite speakers cover a wide spectrum audio supplied by the subwoofer. The set delivers a power of 41 Watts (2...
Bowers & Wilkins updates their M-1 speakers and PV1D subwoofer
The Bowers & Wilkins are in the process of remodeling their equipment, and so began with one of its most veterans products, the M-1. This unit will receive new drivers that promise to offer an “audio system with an improved yield, for playing all kinds of audio frequency”.
The PV1D subwoofer received an even more deep change, and now has the same digital platform as the DB1 model, besides a new OLED panel and new specifications, such as a dynamic equalizer, for example. The only member of Theater Mini line that remains intact is the ASW608 subwoofer, which only suffered a color change (to white) to match the M-1.
They all start to be sold in early 2012.
M-1 Specifications
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Jamo M360: new series of spherical speakers
Present at CES 2012, Jamo has unveiled new speakers with very inspired design, the Jamo M360. This speaker series is notably composed of two floor-standing speakers with Nautic design , the F45 Jamo, one central Jamo C35, and Jamo S35/S45 surround speakers . Unfortunately, for the moment the Danish manufacturer provides only limited information.
The new Jamo M360 series uses Omnipolar technology, to disperse the treble and midrange within a radius of 360 degrees through two spherical speakers. In fact, Jamo Omniguide reuse technology used on some sets of Mirage speakers. Only the center speaker is logically free of this technology.
Currently no announced release date, we know only that the...
Klipsch SW-115: Muscular subwoofer
Klipsch announced the launch of a new subwoofer, rather impressive for its features for a price that is affordable, the manufacturer ends the year in style with the Klipsch SW-115.
The Klipsch SW-115 subwoofer delivers bass response below 20 Hz. Whether it’s the synthesized bass of an explosion or earthquake from a film or the extremely low true bass of a pipe organ or the distinct multiple low...
Jamo SUB800: ultra-compact and powerful subwoofer
The flagship of this new range consists of four boxes, the Jamo SUB800 is a box that stands out clearly from SUB260, SUB360 and SUB660 models as it is more compact, but also more powerful.
The Jamo SUB800 is not like previous Bass-Reflex or Closed dependent models, because it has integrated a single active/dual passive system, consisting of a 165mm active woofer (anodized aluminum cone), and two...
Paradigm Monitor Series 7 with Magnetic Screen
The Canadian Paradigm recently renewed its Monitor series, which comes now in its seventh version. The new Monitor series 7 has three towers and two bookshelf models. Besides the design, the boxes come with a redesigned internal architecture, derived from the top line Reference Studio, and has better quality components, according to the manufacturer.
Among the changes is a magnetic screen with double...
Boston Acoustics SoundWare S 5.1 : New Compact Speakers Kit
Recently, Boston Acoustics SoundWare released the XS SE kit with new colors gloss white and black. Today, the speakers manufacturer comes with an evolution of its best-seller, the kit SoundWare S 5.1 that offers more power nd better acoustic performance than the XS.
The Boston Acoustics SoundWare S. 5.1 includes 5 small size (13 x 13 cm) satellites available in gloss black or gloss white and will...
Cambridge Audio Minx S325 5.1 Surround Sound Speaker System Review
Cambridge Audio is one of the UK’s most prolific AV manufacturers, churning out everything from amplifiers to DACs with a clear emphasis on quality and affordability. Over the years Cambridge Audio has offered a few different loudspeakers; however it’s never been their primary focus. That could change, for their all-new, highly compact and affordable Minx speaker system isn’t out...
