Fosgate Auidonics FAA 1000.5 Modular Multi-Channel Amplifier

FAA 1000.5, incorporating the acclaimed Trans•ana circuit topology in a new Class-G version, delivers a level of audio performance previously available only in much more expensive and exotic products.
JFET input stages dramatically reduce noise modulation and cross-products which can cloud amplifier detail and clarity on complex musical material.

MOSFET power output devices assure high output current, fast transient response, reliability and transparent sound quality.

Trans•ana output topology is configured for “voltage gain,” allowing a simple signal path.

Output topology is dual-voltage-rail type, with soft transition between levels (Class-G), allowing cooler operation at typical 1/8 to 1/3 power levels. 4:1 power headroom (average) allows sustained high output levels -- a highly desirable characteristic for reproduction of movies or music. The FAA 1000.5 is virtually immune to thermal shutdown and meets UL and other regulatory requirements.

A real-time protection system continuously computes MOSFET power dissipation. Combined with the unique load-impedance selector switches, optimum operation is attainable with any type of loudspeakers.

	Features
	• Power Output: 200 watts x 5 @ 4, 6, or 8 ohms • Full-Power Frequency Response: 20Hz–20kHz, + 0, - 0.1 dB • Total Harmonic Distortion (THD: At 4 ohms, under 0.2% (typically 0.05% or less) from 20Hz--20kHz	• All Discrete circuitry • Power Supply: Regulating / Programmable Switch-Mode • Gold-Plated input jacks and 5-way binding posts

Yamaha RX-A3010BL 9.2 AV RECEIVER

Bring studio grade sound and sophisticated video enhancements to your home.

HQV processor provides adjustments to improve your HD video

Enjoy the effects of CINEMA DSP surround sound without the surround speakers

AVENTAGE is a dramatic, inspired leap forward in audio/video component design. AVENTAGE brings studio grade sound and sophisticated video enhancements to your home with unparalleled attention to detail in design, engineering, and fabrication. Yamaha has rethought every electrical path, every part, every piece, and every material to maximize performance. Details that at first glance would not seem to affect the quality of sight, sound, and control, when brought together in an AVENTAGE component, produce a work of visual and acoustic art.

In addition to an innovative new construction design, the 9.2-channel RX-A3010 A/V Receiver offers 3D and Audio Return Channel over 8 in/2 out HDMI, CINEMA DSP 3D, HQV video quality, new GUI (on screen display) with overlay on HD and 3D sources, new YPAO with Reflected Sound Control, network functions, control via web browser, Zone 4 digital output and Control4 certification. It also includes a learning backlit universal remote with macro functionality.

The advanced HQV video processing of the RX-A3010 enhances image detail and quality with four-field motion adaptive de-interlacing, multi cadence tracking, and expanded 12-bit color processing and detail enhancement. The result transforms standard-definition sources to HD quality and makes HD look even more detailed.

How AVENTAGE Delivers Lifelike Sound and Picture Quality

The Latest HDMI Features and High-Definition Audio Decoders for a Cinematic Experience

With nine channels and 150W x 9 watts of powerful surround sound, you can immerse yourself in your favorite movies and music. The latest HD Audio format decoding such as Dolby TrueHD, DTS-HD Master Audio, Dolby Digital Plus, and DTS-HD High Resolution Audio render soundtracks in lifelike detail. The latest HDMI support brings features like Deep Color (30/36 bit), x.v.Color, 24Hz refresh rate capability, and Auto Lip-Sync compensation.

The RX-A3010 features 8 1080p-compatible HDMI inputs (including 1 front) and 2 HDMI outputs (simultaneous), the RX-A3010 has room and power to spare for all your high-definition home entertainment gear, and is expandable to 11.2 channels. The front HDMI input is great for quick connection of the latest gaming consoles and HD camcorders.

HQV Video Processing for Upscaled and High-Definition Video

The HQV Vida processor in the RX-A3010 transforms standard-definition sources to HD quality and makes HD look even more detailed by providing real-time clean up of highly compressed video, reducing compression artifacts of block and mosquito noise from lower-quality sources. It incorporates two new IDT HQV technologies--Auto HQV and HQV StreamClean--which automatically enhance the incoming image and provide powerful clean-up of source video, allowing the picture to be as crisp and clean as possible. Analog and HDMI video upscaling to full HD 1080p means you get the best picture quality possible on your HDTV, no matter the source.

Exclusive Yamaha Features for Surround Realism

Yamaha CINEMA DSP is an advanced exclusive technology for creating richly realized independent sound fields that envelop you in an unmatched surround sound experience. With dialogue, music and effects ideally located in these separate sound fields, you will hear sound with accurate placement, smooth movement, exceptional clarity and richness, and startlingly realistic presence. 17 CINEMA DSP 3D settings let you customize the effect for your room. Adaptive DSP Level evaluates the difference between the volume level and a reference level, adjusting the DSP level to ensure optimum effectiveness, so you'll experience cinema-quality audio even at lower volumes.

CINEMA DSP's decoding technology also takes advantage of Yamaha's Compressed Music Enhancer, so you can enjoy your digital music library on your home theater system without sacrificing audio quality. Plus, CINEMA DSP 3D is expandable to 11.2 channels (with front and rear presence speakers) by adding an external amp--so the RX-A3010 is a receiver that can grow with you.

SCENE buttons automatically launch multiple operations to make your devices work together

Pressing a single SCENE button automatically launches multiple operations to make your devices work together--no more fumbling with the remote control. New SCENE PLUS features 12 SCENE choices (4 on front panel for quick setting changes and others via the full-color GUI), including 4 SCENE buttons for Zone 2/Zone 3. They are initially set to default settings for DVD Viewing, Disc Listening, TV Viewing and Radio Listening, but can be customized to whatever you need.

Yamaha's YPAO system uses a small microphone (included) and sophisticated equalization to automatically set the best sound for any room, no matter where the speakers are. First, it checks the speaker connections and phase of each speaker. Then it sends out tones which are captured by the microphone to analyze the room acoustics and sets a variety of parameters, such as the speaker size, the distance of the speakers and even the sound pressure level until it achieves the best sound conditions for your room--and you don't have to do anything.

Multizone Capability for Extending Your Home Theater Experience

With support for audio and video in up to four zones, controllable by the full-color GUI and/or controls on front panel, the RX-A3010 can become your home entertainment hub no matter what room it's in. An included Party Mode enhances your next get-together. Your zone settings can be saved, backed up, and restored later for convenience.

A Unique Approach to Enhanced Performance

Unparalleled Control: Web Browser Control, RS-232 for Custom Installation, New GUI, and iPhone/Android App

Control your receiver via web browser.
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Full-color GUI with support for album art lets you browse music, movies, and settings

A USB port on the front panel allows direct connection of your iPod or iPhone

The RX-A3010 features unprecedented features to control your media. A new full-color GUI (on screen display) with support for album art lets you browse movies, music, and settings on your HDTV. DLNA compatibility delivers network features: Using a local area network (LAN) connection and Windows Media Connect, you can play MP3, WMA and WAV music from your PC or laptop, or listen to any of the thousands of stations available on Internet radio using the included MP3 vTuner data service. Yamaha Network Receivers get you connected to the vast music content available anywhere on your LAN and on the web. You can even control your receiver from any computer in your local area network via a web browser.

The improved GUI lets you control your home entertainment system and adjust settings simply. Its updated, intuitive interface features an HD overlay, so you can call the menu and it will appear unintrusively for quick commands--without interrupting or switching from whatever's playing onscreen.

An RS-232 port lets the RX-A810 integrate easily with any custom home theater installation. Control4 certification means you can make Aventage work seamlessly with your other AV and home electronics products, all from a single remote or control panel, when installed in a custom home theater environment.

Need more connection options? The Yamaha AVENTAGE Control App allows for key control functions over your AVENTAGE networked multi-zone receivers. Allowing for instant access to music and other contents you want to enjoy in each of the connected zones. AVENTAGE Control App is available free for iPhone, iPod touch, iPad, Android phones, and Android tablets. Current functionality includes multi-zone control over the available inputs, volume, mute and power commands by zone. The RX-A3010 also has a USB port for connecting your portable audio player or flash drive. It's SIRIUS Satellite Radio ready for even more music (subscription required). Or expand further with optional accessories like the Yamaha YDS-12 Universal Dock for iPod or the Yamaha YBA-10 Bluetooth Wireless Audio Receiver (sold separately).

HD Radio with iTunes Tagging

Traditionally, broadcast radio is analog. HD Radio Technology converts the traditional analog radio broadcast to digital and provides advanced audio and data features that enhance your listening experience. One of the most popular features of HD Radio Technology is the extra channels that you receive when you listen to HD Radio broadcasts. These extra channels are called HD2/HD3 Channels, and are located on the FM dial, adjacent to your long-time favorite stations. Your local radio stations are inventing all kinds of unique and fun to listen to HD2/HD3s Channels--everything from deep cuts, to classical, to new music formats, to in-language programming and hosts of other creative stuff.

iTunes Tagging provides you a simple way to capture songs you hear on the radio for future purchase. Songs that you tag appear on your personal iTunes account in a list called "Tagged Songs."

Enhanced Stability: Double Bottom Construction and a Specially Designed 5th Foot (A.R.T. Wedge)

A specially designed fifth foot adds even more stability to reduce vibration

Strong stability in an amplifier design reduces noise and jitter in your digital signal for clearer audio and video. Yamaha's AVENTAGE series of amplifiers achieves maximum stability via a new H-shaped cross-member frame, with cross-members supporting the top, bottom, and sides of the chassis. High-grade, heavier terminals reduce vibration at the speaker connections. An additional bottom cover contributes extra support at higher volume levels for the power transformer and heat sinks. And the specially-designed fifth foot at the center of the amplifier--an Anti-Resonance Technology (A.R.T.) Wedge--improves overall structural rigidity and reduces vibration, resulting in a more stable signal and sound improvement.

Enhanced Power: Optimized Power Amplifier Layout with Ultra Low Jitter Circuitry

The symmetrical power amplifier layout evenly distributes weight across the amplifier to control vibration, improving signal-to-noise ratio for an improved sound experience. The high-quality Burr-Brown DACs feature a direct path to ground, not sharing the ground like in other amplifier designs, for a more efficient and clean signal. Built-in Ultra Low Jitter circuitry reduces jitter from digital sources, including HDMI, using a more precise timing control--so you can be sure of a stable audio/video signal, resulting in perfectly reproduced images and sound.

A hybrid power supply makes the AVENTAGE series even more efficient. Independent power supplies for the digital and analog circuit results in less power consumption in standby mode, and a more efficient power transformer--so despite the power of the RX-A3010, it could cost you less to run.

Expand Your Yamaha System with Convenient Connectivity

The optional YDS-12 Universal Dock lets you connect your iPod or iPhone to the receiver. And the YDS-12 is "Works with iPhone"-certified, so you can get the most out of your iPhone music library with zero hassles.

The optional YID-W10 Wireless Dock System for iPod/iPhone ensures that you enjoy maximum sound quality and no lip sync (AV matching) problems.

The optional YBA-10 Bluetooth Wireless Audio Receiver docks to the receiver and supports A2DP stereo audio streaming, so users can enjoy music wirelessly from Bluetooth-enabled smartphones, Windows PCs, and Macs.

Technical Specifications

• Output Power: 150W x 9 RMS
• Impedance: 8 ohms
• Frequency Response: 10Hz - 100kHz (+0/-3dB)
• Total Harmonic Distortion: 0.06%
• Signal-to-Noise Ratio: 100dB
• USB Inputs/Outputs: 1/0
• Ethernet Inputs/Outputs: 1/0
• Radio: AM/FM and HD Radio; SIRIUS Radio ready
• Dock Terminal for Compatible Accessories: 1
• Optical Inputs/Outputs: 4/1
• Coaxial Inputs/Outputs: 3/0
• Analog AV Inputs/Outputs: 5/1
• Component Video Inputs/Outputs: 4/1
• Composite/S-Video Inputs/Outputs: 5/5/1/1
• Multichannel External Decoder: 8 channels

Speaker Wire Explained

The thickness of speaker cables is indicated by the "gauge." The lower the gauge, the thicker the wire. For example, 10- and 12-gauge wire is quite thick, while 18- and 20-gauge is comparatively thin. The average person will probably be very happy with 14-gauge speaker cables as all-around decent cables for average runs and audio systems.

Audiophiles will likely opt for a little more assurance that they are getting everything they can from their sound system, and might choose 12-gauge for surround-sound speakers, and 10-gauge for the subwoofer. The subwoofer delivers the bass sounds in a home theater system, and the thick 10 gauge cable assures low resonance signals will be replicated nicely. Surround sound speakers can also be wired with 10-gauge cables, but this is probably an unnecessary margin of overkill. In home applications it is rare to use anything thicker than 10-gauge speaker cables.

While receivers for home theater systems process audio sources to send bass signals to the subwoofer and special effects or brighter sounds to other speakers, traditional 2-speaker stereo systems must handle brighter frequencies and bass together. For this reason 10- or 12-gauge speaker cables can vastly improve the sound of stereo speakers that might be currently wired with older 18- or 20-gauge speaker cables.
While several popular manufacturers of audiovisual cabling charge fairly high prices for speaker cables, humbler brands can be just as good. For this reason many people, including many audiophiles, buy quality speaker cable by the foot from large spools at home improvement centers, electronics shops or other general vendors, rather than paying for expensive packaging and trendy names. Those even less concerned buy spooled lamp cord to save additional money. However, manufacturers of speaker wire provide specifications as to shielding, impedance and resistance. Manufacturers of lamp cord have no stake in how their wiring will sound.

Optional connectors like banana plugs or spades can be attached to the ends of speaker cables, making it easier to connect them to the speaker or receiver. Purists contend that connectors only impede the signal, no matter how nominally. This sect prefers to trim the bare ends of the speaker cables every year or so to produce a fresh connection. Trimming off any corrosion keeps the connections clean and unhampered.

Many people today choose to hide their speaker cables. This can affect the type of wiring required.bywisegeek.com

Technics SL-1210M5G

Since its introduction in 2003, many have called the SL-1210M5G the "Grand Master" of the 1200 line. In addition to the legendary Technics ruggedness and reliability, the SL-1210M5G boasts some killer one-of-a-kind features including an all-digital pitch control with a greater range, a specially constructed tone arm for improved skip resistance, an easy to adjust braking mechanism, and a black, brushed steel finish.

price: $699.95



Exclusive Digital Pitch Control
High Quality Sound
Improved Tone Arm Construction
Easy To Adjust Breaking Speed
More features

Exclusive Digital Pitch Control
A totally digital pitch control means your adjustments stay true from deck to deck. The SL-1210M5G also sports a greater range than earlier models. Switch easily between +/-8 and +/-16, and reset the pitch to 0 at the push of a button.

High Quality Sound
Powerful bass and clear sound thanks to High Grade OFC (Oxygen Free Coil) tone arm cable and high-grade stereo PHONO cables.

Improved Tone Arm Construction
The improved tone arm is designed to increase skip resistance. Easy to adjust height settings and a built-in anti-skate adjustment of up to 6g make the SL-1210M5G great for scratching.

Easy To Adjust Breaking Speed
It’s simple to set the breaking speed to suit your liking with the SL-1210M5G. After removing the slip mat, all it takes is a few twists of a screwdriver to go from a slow winding down to an instant halt, or anywhere in between.

Exclusive Long Lasting Blue Stylus Light
Super long lasting blue LED pitch indicators and stylus illuminator are exclusive to the SL-1210M5G.

More features

High torque motor for quick start-ups

Quartz direct drive accuracy

Arm-end scale for quick weight setting

Highly sensitive low-mass tone arm with gimbaled suspension

Stylus Kick Cancel and Anti-Skip

Technics Silver Head shell

Easy to replace pitch controller

Thiel CS2.4

The CS2.4 is the result of THIEL's more than 25 years of extensive experience in designing high performance loudspeakers for home music and video sound systems. Since 1977, THIEL's innovative engineering has led to significant sonic improvements in each new model, resulting in speakers with the most outstanding performance in their class. All-metal diaphragm driversThe CS2.4 is a three-way system incorporating all THIEL-designed and built metal diaphragm drivers--a 1-inch dome tweeter, 3.5-inch midrange driver, and 8-inch woofer--along with a 7.5 x 11-inch passive radiator. Metal diaphragms provide much higher stiffness which eliminates diaphragm resonances in the operating range for very clear and open reproduction. The CS2.4 drivers also use unusual short coil/long gap, copper-stabilized motor systems to dramatically reduce distortion. Coupled with the low resonance diaphragms and very high quality electrical network components, a very high level of clarity and tonal accuracy is achieved.

´ Very high performance sound from a medium-sized, 3-way floor-standing loudspeaker ´ Specially designed coincident tweeter/midrange array eliminates the need for a high-frequency electrical crossover network ´ Completely time and phase coherent for greater realism ´ Ultra-low distortion short-coil, long gap, copper-stabilized driver motor systems ´ Uniform, resistive load improves performance when used with lower power amplifiers ´ Beautiful cabinetry, available in a variety of finishes, integrates well into any room. ´ Provides great realism for both music and movies

The CS2.4 is available in 13 cabinet finishes including Satin Black finish, shown here. See more beautiful THIEL cabinet finishes HERE

Completely Time and Phase CoherentAs with all THIEL loudspeakers, the CS2.4 is completely time and phase coherent for much greater sonic realism. THIEL's Coherent Source (R) technology achieves the elimination of both time and phase distortions that cause alterations in the reproduced musical waveforms of most loudspeakers. Eliminating these distortions results in enhanced realism, clarity, transparency and immediacy as well as improved imaging and soundstaging in both the lateral and depth perspectives. Phase coherence in the CS2.4 is achieved by utilizing a sophisticated first-order electrical crossover system in conjunction with unusually wide bandwidth drivers. Time coherence is achieved by coincident tweeter/midrange driver mounting and the placement of the drivers on a baffle that is sloped at the correct angle to cause the sound energy from each to reach the listener at the same time. CS2.4 SpecificationsBandwidth (-3 dB): 33 Hz-37 kHz; Amplitude Response: 36 Hz-25 kHz +/-2 dB; Phase Response: Minimum ±10 degrees; Sensitivity: 87 dB@2.8 V-1m; Impedance: 4 ohms (3.0 ohms minimum); Recommended Power: 100-400 watts; Cabinet Dimensions: 11 inches wide x 14 inches deep x 41.5 inches high; Weight: 70 pounds

An optional aluminum Outrigger base is also available for the CS2.4. Click here for more information on THIEL Accessories.

New coincident driver array The new CS2.4's most innovative design feature is a newly designed coincident tweeter/midrange driver where the two drivers' diaphragms share the same voice coil. This technique allows for the elimination of the midrange/tweeter section of the

electrical crossover network as the drivers incorporate a mechanical crossover. Along with eliminating the need for two driver magnet structures, these reductions allow the CS2.4 to achieve a level of sonic performance normally reserved for more expensive speakers. The coincident array also uses very powerful neodymium magnets to improve efficiency and a redesigned magnet venting system to reduce unwanted resonances.

Metal diaphragm, low distortion woofer The CS2.4's 8-inch woofer uses a very low distortion short coil/long gap motor system, powered by a 2.5 pound magnet. The rigid aluminum diaphragm eliminates resonance coloration, a special copper pole sleeve

reduces inductance distortion, and a heavy copper ring maintains an ultra-stable magnetic field. In combination with the 7.5 x 11-inch bass radiator, the woofer produces exceptionally clean bass down to 33Hz.thielaudiosource

MCINTOSH MC601 AMP

Enhanced front panel design with a larger true power wattmeter is framed with attractive brushed aluminum side panels. MC601 design is classic McIntosh yet timelessly handsome. New McIntosh designed binding posts allow the most secure connection to all speaker lead types. Remote meter light control is available when used with contemporary McIntosh preamplifier Control centers. With MC601 you will definitely receive sound which fulfill your musical need.

Power Output

600W @ 2, 4 or 8 ohms

Number of Channels

1

THD

0.005

S/N below rated output

124dB

Dynamic Headroom

2.1dB

Damping Factor

>40 Wideband

Circuit Configuration

Quad Balanced

Circuit Design

Transistor

Mono Bridge

N/A

Mono Parallel

N/A

Autoformer

Yes

Meters

Yes

Balanced Input

Yes, and output

Rated Power Band

20Hz to 20kHz

Frequency Response +0,-0.25dB

20Hz to 20kHz

Frequency Response -3dB

10Hz to 100kHz

Front Panel

Glass With handles

Illumination

LED Fiber Optic

Chassis Style

open stainless steel

Meter Light Switch

Yes

Remote Power Control

Yes

Multi Channel DB25 Cable

n/a

Gold Plated Binding Posts

Yes, 200 amp, 3-way

Dimensions H x W x D

9-5/16" (24cm) x 17-1/2" (44.5cm) x 14-1/2" (36.8cm)

Shipping Weight

EarthQuake Sound Cinénova 7

Two years of research. Three new technologies. Earthquake Sound proudly presents the Cinénova 7 multichannel amplifier.

For years audiophiles have been asking for an amplifier rivaling the Cinénova Grande in audio excellence, but positioned in the 200 watt class. The Cinénova name represents the pinnacle of amplification regardless of price. Traditionally, listeners assume that a reduction in power and cost will influence the quality of sound. With a constant demand for this amplifier, Earthquake’s chief engineer Joseph Sahyoun descended into the Earthquake research laboratories determined to crack the code to the universe and design an amplifier with no compromise in sound quality and competitively priced.

Since its inception, the Cinénova design concept has been a tempered blend of traditional high-end virtues combined with innovative and novel circuitry design. Produced using in-house proprietary manufacturing techniques, this tradition lives on in the new Cinénova 7 with a completely monaural design and enhanced class AB operation. The result is industry leading efficiency making the Cinénova 7 a true green amplifier.

Several new technologies had to be created during the intense development process in order to miniaturize the Cinénova Grande reference design. Contrary to logical thinking you cannot scale down an amplifier and expect it to perform the same just at a lower power level. Since real world customers don't play gentle on small, easy driven loudspeakers, high performance amplifiers have to be built and tested to the most rigorous standards. When lesser amplifiers are tested on low impedance, highly reactive speakers, they quickly lose control of the speaker cone. This results in muddy and distorted sound.

Earthquake engineers put prototype after prototype through rigorous and exhaustive testing. The conclusion was that even at 200 watts, the industry standard of 2 to 4 output transistors per channel simply was not sufficient to retain the taunt, punchy and distinctive woofer control that the Cinénova name has become synonymous with. The Cinénova 7 employs 8 massive output transistors per channel ensuring that even the most demanding speakers are held in an iron grip and any soundtrack is reproduced with dynamic precision and articulation.

During the research process for the Cinénova 7, three core technologies were developed to optimize the amplifier and elevate its performance above its class.

MARS TECHNOLOGY

The MARS technology (Magnetically Actuated Reanimation System) is a new type of protection system that enables the use of all the amplifier’s power resources without compromising the survivability of the amplifier under catastrophic conditions. Typical protection systems rely on fuses or relays that complicate the signal path thus degrading audio quality. MARS is different as it is not in the signal path, but works by sensing the electro-magnetic signature of the speaker output wire then translating this input into amperes flowing through the wire. Using the principle discovered by Danish Scientist H.C. Oersted, this design has no impact on the sound quality of the amplifier as it is totally separate from the audio circuits.

The internal communication of MARS is handled via optics rather than electrical circuits. This means MARS does not create an electromagnetic field as no current is flowing through wires. The signal path remains free of artifacts that impact and taint the sound in other designs as no amount of light activity can influence an electrical system.

Normally a relatively large safety margin is necessary because of the antiquated nature of traditional protection systems. MARS operates at 500khz speed making it deadly accurate. This enables the amplifier to utilize the outputs SOA (safe operating area) to the limit. This gives a MARS enabled amplifier 20 percent more power than an identical non-MARS amplifier.

During testing, the MARS technology showed that the output of the amplifier could be short-circuited at full power more than a thousand times with no damage to the amplifier. MARS does not use any relays or other damping-factor reducing mechanical switches that can wear out or fail over time. Instead, a specially designed circuit instantly shuts off the output drive.

In the event a short-circuit activates the MARS protection system, it continuously re-scans the output every 10 seconds. Normal operation automatically resumes as soon as the short-circuit condition is removed.

ION TECHNOLOGY

The ION technology (In-Circuit Optimization Network) is an advanced network of connection points on the Cinénova 7 circuit-boards. Traditionally, transistors and capacitors are paired, grouped and tested to ensure compatibility. However, it has been shown especially by exotic and esoteric audiophiles across the globe that even highly refined mass produced amplifiers have substantial room for improvement when individually tweaked and optimized. A lot happens when individual components are put together in a circuit. A certain margin of difference between two seemingly identical circuits exists. Some engineers refer to this as the “Ghost in the machine.” The option of being able to fine-tune and optimize a circuit even after it has been built would be the evolutionary solution - enter the ION technology. ION enables individual tweaking while remaining in a mass production environment.

When the circuit is completed, the ION network is connected to a specially designed diagnostics computer that automatically determines the optimal connections and ION then makes those connections permanent.
CONCURRENT
The ConCurrent power supply design ensures full power can be delivered at all times to all channels simultaneously. Earthquake engineers developed the parallel symmetric transformer with identical electromagnetic coupling for each secondary winding. Every channel has its own secondary winding, capacitor bank, rectifiers and output circuitry all mounted on massive, individually, vertically-ripped extruded aluminum heat-sinks. The individual channels remain sovereign and autonomous as sharing is not required. This guarantees that no matter how hard one channel is driven it will have no effect on surrounding channels.
Power supply efficiency, stiffness and strength are dependent on several factors. The ConCurrent design is the culmination of intense optimization of all known parameters. To stiffen the supply (lower regulation factor) the transformer cores are made of ferrite instead of a lower grade iron material. The windings are made with the same oxygen free copper that is used in high-end speaker cables. To ensure hum-free operation, the transformer is hard-wound and made with military grade high temperature lacquer. The ConCurrent power supply in the Cinénova 7 has a combined transformer rating of 2400VA.

A high-end design using completely separate output blocks are largely unheard of in this class of amplifier, but with Earthquake’s enduring strive for quality and excellence there simply was no other way. From the loudest crescendo to the finest syllable, the Cinénova will remain composed and in control. We invite you to enjoy the unique ownership experience of this Cinénova amplifier that was designed by a brilliant mind and built with loving hands.from eartquakesound.com

MK Sound – Our Vision and Mission

At MK Sound, we design loudspeakers to sound inherently right, making them universal tools, equally adept with any style of music or movie soundtrack, in stereo or surround.
The inherent rightness of our products – call it accuracy, precision, naturalness, realism – breaks down the barriers that otherwise exist between professional and consumer audio, as we create loudspeakers free from the analytical brutality of typical studio monitors that make listening feel like work and equally free from the euphonic colorations of typical domestic speakers that introduce a boring sameness to recorded sound.
Our philosophy is that the only truly worthwhile listening experience is one that transports you to the site of the original acoustic event with absolutely minimal loss, addition or distortion. This is why our speakers are designed as a conduit to allow you to hear exactly what the performers and recording engineers heard, no more and no less.
As a company founded on audiophile recording and High End loudspeaker design, the basis for all MK design work throughout three and a half decades has always been that a good loudspeaker must accurately and realistically reproduce the original acoustic event, whether the source is a human voice, a musical instrument, an explosion or a gentle breeze caressing the leaves of a tree. Naturally, this must include the acoustical ambiance of the space in which the source was recorded.
A Commitment to Excellence
For more than three decades, Miller & Kreisel has been the standard bearer in speakers for music and motion picture sound in the studio and in the home. Because our emphasis has always been exclusively on accurate reproduction that maintains the full integrity of the original recorded signal, M&K has developed a fiercely loyal following both among professional users and music and cinema enthusiasts.
Under the MK Sound banner, veteran members of the M&K Professional team joined forces in 2007 to keep the legend alive with a clear and focused vision to maintain and improve the high standard of the products and their presence in the global marketplace. Along with newly recruited expertise, the MK Sound team includes Individuals closely associated with the brand for many years, to ensure continuity and consistency as we strive to enhance the distinct identity and high profile of the brand.
Our product development and listening panel includes representatives from one of the world’s leading microphone manufacturers, from major US and European post-production facilities, as well as innovative transducer designers from Peerless.
We are all dedicated audiophiles with a passion for the art and science of high quality sound reproduction. With staff on three continents, MK Sound represents a serious investment in and commitment to research and development and quality assurance.source mksound.com

Believe everything you hear, but only if you’re hearing it on MK Sound loudspeakers!

True Subwoofer EQ 12 Signature - TS-EQ12

Don’t let its diminutive 13" cubed profile fool you. The True Subwoofer EQ Signature will likely generate more earth-shaking and musical bass than any sub you’ve ever encountered. It’s a true, flagship product with a massive 116dB of crystal clear output, delivered with the precision of Sunfire’s two most coveted and patented technologies. First is the 5th- Generation high pressure, High Back-emf design, which produces extraordinary levels of bass energy from an impossibly small enclosure. The second is Bob Carver’s Tracking Downconverter™ power source, used to supply its amazing, internal 2700-watt amplifier.

Still want more? The True Sub EQ Signature gives you balanced inputs, a measurement microphone and internal contour circuitry that automatically optimize the subwoofer to your individual listening or viewing room. It is truly a one-of-a-kind product with absolutely no peer.

Rotel RC-1580/RB-1582 Sound Quality?

Like NAD, Rotel has for many years steered a careful course somewhere between the vast multi-nationals (Sony, Yamaha) and the small specialists, as well as managing to maintain a profile associated with distinctive products of good performance and value.
The RC-1580 and RB-1582 amps are actually among the more expensive we've seen from the company and it's no surprise to find out that they are the current stereo range-toppers.
In terms of basic specification they are well equipped, with the RC1580 preamp offering eight line inputs, plus phono (both flavours), while the RB1582 is a particularly high-powered beast. But does one actually need that much power for domestic audio?
Obviously the answer entirely depends on the speakers, the space to fill with sound and the target loudness. A few spare watts never hurt and the high current delivery, which is also on offer, is often handy for controlling awkward speakers, even at lower levels.
You'll notice that the preamp thoughtfully includes separate source selection for listening and recording. In order to provide this flexibility, Rotel has had to compromise slightly on the signal switching arrangements, which use relays for listening and an electronic switch for recording.

The volume control is a motorised mechanical one, and the (switchable) tone and balance controls also use mechanical parts.
The power amp features a particularly large mains transformer, with separate secondary windings for each channel, plus huge supply smoothing capacitors grounded via a large copper plate.

Even when playing at quite modest levels (the same as all the others in the blind test, decided empirically but well within the envelope of the least powerful here), these amps still manage to put out a powerful and convincing performance.
By unanimous acclamation, they rocked harder than any others here and overall achieved the most convincing musical results.
The nearest thing to a serious criticism was the mention of slight stridency on piano and other tuned percussive sounds. Take rhythm, for instance. Right across the board, the sound was felt to have not just excellent drive but also great rhythmic solidity and consistency – it never waivers whatever happens to the musical texture.
In part, this is due to the very solid, but also very well-tuned, bass, but the taut midrange clearly also plays a role. Treble is clean and detailed, with very nice decay into ambience, while the detail is just delightful, clear and precise. You want more? Dynamics, maybe?
They're generous and beautifully judged, on both the small and the large scale – the big swells across a whole orchestra and the little inflections in an individual voice or instrument.
Oh, and though it couldn't be part of the main listening as several amps didn't have one, the phono stage is also something of a gem.by richard black

For

• Powerful
• Great sounding in all areas

Against

• Just the slightest hint of upper-midrange

Snell Acoustics IC-C7S

For built-in cabinets, a utility version of the award winning C7 TowerThe IC C7HCC THX is based on the world’s first THX Ultra2 certified speaker. THX’s Ultra2 sets a benchmark for surround sound playback of...Music and Movies...Digital and ProLogic...DVD and CD. The result is a system uncompromised by program content or format! The IC C7HCC THX deploys the components of the award winning Snell XA 90ps in a space efficient enclosure designed to fit into most furniture and built-in cabinets or behind acoustically transparent screens. Intended for home theater and music system’s L/C/R channels, the IC C7HCC THX features a three-driver eXpanding Array (XA) of dual 2 ½-inch midranges and 1-inch aluminum dome tweeter. This unique driver/crossover innovation manages vertical directivity without lobing, for a natural and “airy” soundstage. Furthermore, its controlled dispersion pattern and special tuning compensate for unpredictable room acoustics and boundary interactions. Coupled with two 8-inch high output woofers, the IC C7HCC THX is capable of tremendous output, providing effortless, powerful sound to below 50 Hz. Every IC C7HCC THX is assembled by hand and individually calibrated, assuring performance to within 0.5dB of its reference standard.               

Snell Acoustics A7 ILLusion

Voted Robb Report's "Best of the Best" in the Home Electronics Category - June 2009 Issue
The Illusion reference floor standing loudspeaker system embodies Snell's very best design capabilities. With no limitations set on acoustical design, materials, and creative design, the Illusion is truly an audio enthusiast's masterpiece. Illusion is a graceful pair of tapering towers housing a full spectrum of fast, sublimely musical transducers, interacted with an exceedingly accurate crossover network in the Snell tradition.

Illusion generates an exceptionally wide, realistic three-dimensional soundstage that puts voices and instruments not just in their proper location, but in their proper size relative to each other with consistent acoustic characteristics at every listening level.

BOWERS & WILKINS 683 SERIES

The imposing 683 is the genuine three-way speaker of the 600 Series, with a line-up of technologies and a level of performance that defies its entry-level place in the market. For large rooms, two 683s make a formidable partnership, either for stereo hi-fi or fronting a home theatre installation.

Deep, dynamic, bottom-end power is delivered by a pair of aluminium/paper/Kevlar® composite cone bass drive units. The 150mm Kevlar® midrange handles middle frequencies with its characteristic clarity and tunefulness, but, for the first time in a 600 Series speaker, includes FST cone surround technology for extra detail and resolution. The Nautilus™ tube-loaded, aluminium dome tweeter, featuring a new surround material to improve spaciousness and imaging, adds needle-sharp top end all the way to 50kHz and beyond.

The improvements to the drive units in the new 600 Series make it possible, for the first time, to introduce a minimalist crossover to the range. The use of components that are fewer in number but higher in quality – hand-picked in exhaustive listening tests – reduces the degradation of the signal significantly. So, whether you’re enjoying hi-fi or home cinema, what you hear is that much closer to what was recorded.

SPECS

Woven Kevlar
Crossover Tuning
Nautilus Tapering Tube
Flowport
Mushrooms
FST
Technical features	Nautilus™ tube loaded aluminium dome tweeter Kevlar® brand fibre cone FST™ midrange Aluminium/paper/Kevlar® cone bass driver Flowport™
Description	3-way vented-box system
Drive units	1x ø25mm (1 in) aluminium dome high-frequency 1x ø150mm (6 in) woven Kevlar® cone FST™midrange 2x ø165mm (6.5 in) Aluminium/paper/Kevlar® cone bass
Frequency range	-6dB at 30Hz and 50kHz
Frequency response	38Hz - 22kHz ±3dB on reference axis

Dispersion	Within 2dB of reference response Horizontal: over 60º arc Vertical: over 10º arc
Sensitivity	90dB spl (2.83V, 1m)
Harmonic distortion	2nd and 3rd harmonics (90dB, 1m) <1% 90Hz - 22kHz <0.5% 120Hz - 20kHz
Nominal impedance	8Ω (minimum 3.0Ω)
Crossover frequencies	350Hz, 4kHz
Crossover Filters	1st Order – tweeter 2nd Order – midrange low pass 2nd Order – midrange high pass 3rd Order – bass
Recommended amplifier power	25W - 200W into 8Ω on unclipped programme
Max. recommended cable impedance	0.1Ω
Dimensions	Height: 985mm (38.8 in) (not including plinth or feet) Width: 198mm (7.8 in) Depth: 340mm (13.4 in)
Net weight	26kg (57.3 lb)
Finishes	Black Ash Red Cherry

Hi-Fi Choice August 2007
"B&W’s astonishing new 600 Series is finally here, and the 683 has been worth the wait"
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KRELL Evolution Two PreAmplifier

Power Supplies
Housed in a separate chassis, the power supply makes use of extensive electrical and magnetic shielding to keep radiated interference out of critical preamplifier circuits. Internal line conditioning circuitry filters RF noise on the AC power, and compensates for asymmetric power waveforms and DC on the mains. Power for the analog stages comes from a large 170 VA toroidal transformer. This transformer drives four 8-amp bridge rectifiers and 39,600 microfarads of filter capacitance. Each monaural preamplifier has as much power supply capability as many stereo power amplifiers.
The main regulators for the analog stages are scaled-down versions of those used to power the output stages of the Evolution One amplifier. Operating in current mode, with fully complementary gain stages and output drivers, wide bandwidth, low output impedance, and high current capability, the main regulators easily exceed the requirements of the analog stages. The driver and output stages in the main analog regulators use five pairs of 150 Volt, 8 Amp, 40 megahertz power transistors.
A dedicated 90 VA toroidal transformer with three independent secondary windings
powers the preamplifier's digital control circuitry. The regulators for the control circuitry team ultra-stable voltage reference chips with the same discrete high current driver and output transistors used in the main analog regulators. These ample power reserves are brought to the Evolution Two via high reliability 12-pin connectors with machined, gold plated, three-amp contacts. Secondary voltage regulators for each analog stage in the Evolution Two provide ultra-quiet, rock-solid supply rails, as well as complete isolation between all the analog stages.
When the Evolution Two is placed in stand-by, all the analog circuitry continues to operate at the same bias current; however, the main analog supply voltages decrease by 30 percent. The result is a corresponding 30 percent reduction in power consumption and heat without the need to wait for the electronics to "warm up" before listening.
Zero Feedback Balanced Current Mode Design
The signal path is fully complementary and fully balanced from input to output. All transistors operate in Class A mode. CAST inputs drive a newly designed current mode balanced input stage, which uses a unique topology able to reject common- mode input noise over an unusually wide bandwidth. Single-ended and balanced inputs drive a dynamically-cascoded JFET buffer, which has tremendous open-loop linearity and very high input impedance, to eliminate loading effects. The voltage signals are then converted into balanced current signals, the form in which they remain through the remainder of the signal path. The audio signal remains in the current domain throughout the entire preamplifier. Only at the single-ended and voltage outputs is it converted back to the voltage domain.
All signal gain is realized in the current domain using proprietary multiple-output current mirrors with nearly 500 times the open loop linearity of other designs. Negative feedback is not used anywhere in the Evolution Two preamplifier, nor is it necessary. Open-loop distortion is typically less than 0.005% (50 parts per million), and the open loop bandwidth extends to two megahertz. The result is an extraordinarily wide and deep image, with an open, effortless sound. The signal switching relays are hermetically sealed and use gold-plated bifurcated contacts for maximum signal integrity. Where needed multiple relays are connected in a "T" configuration to virtually eliminate crosstalk from unselected inputs. The volume setting can be adjusted and displayed either numerically, from 0 to 151, or in dB, from - inf to +12.0 dB.

Fully Balanced Discrete Volume Control
The volume control is realized with a 16-bit balanced resistor ladder, which uses low-resistance, high-linearity solid-state switches and discrete precision resistors. Control signals for the switches are optically coupled for low noise and maximum signal integrity. The bandwidth and transient response of the preamplifier circuitry are virtually unaffected by the volume setting. As a result high frequencies sound especially smooth and extended, and music seems to emerge from "jet black" silence. The analog and digital signal paths are not interconnected. Where necessary, digital control signals are optically coupled to analog circuits.
The Evolution Two has two buffered tape outputs: one linked to the main signal selection bus, and another with its own independent signal-selection bus. This allows the option of listening to one source while recording another, or the option of connecting two tape decks having different input signals. Both tape outputs have single-ended and voltage outputs. Either the fourth single-ended input or the third balanced input can be user-configured as a tape monitor input, allowing the opportunity to use home or professional recording equipment.
Advanced Microprocessor Control and Custom Software
A user menu allows extensive customization of the preamplifier operation, including (but not limited to) input names, input-specific gain trims, Theater Throughput ™, display brightness, and 12-volt triggers. Integration is supported via RS- 232,12 Volt trigger, and RC-5 inputs, as well as an IR transmitter for programming a learning remote control.
A built-in digital network allows multiple preamplifiers to be linked together, blending the convenience of a single-chassis stereo preamplifier with the sonic performance obtainable only from individual monaural preamplifiers. Six or more preamplifier channels can be "daisy-chained" together and controlled simultaneously for multi-zone or home theater applications. The digital link allows the user settings in one preamplifier channel to be conveniently "cloned" to other linked preamplifier channels. Similarly, upgraded software in one preamplifier channel can be installed in other preamplifier channels using the digital link.
In the event that the DC level at any of the preamplifier channel outputs exceeds a nominal level, sophisticated protection circuitry safely mutes the outputs, traces the source of the excess DC, and displays a diagnostic message on the main display. On power-up, the microprocessor verifies that all the circuit boards in the preamplifier channel are properly connected and are compatible with the version of software installed.krell.com

Inputs 3 CAST via 4-pin bayonet connectors 3 balanced via XLR connectors 4 single-ended via RCA connectors Tape input 1 balanced via XLR connector or 1 single-ended via RCA connector, user configurable Main outputs 2 CAST via 4-pin bayonet connectors 1 balanced via XLR connector 1 single-ended via RCA connector Tape outputs 1 balanced via XLR connector and 1 single-ended via RCA connector, buffered, connected to main inputselection bus 1 balanced via XLR connector and 1 single-ended via RCA connector, buffered, connected to a dedicated record-output bus Control inputs 1 RS-232 input via a 9-pin D-subminiature connector 1 remote IR detector input via a 3-conductor 3.5 mm connector 1 12 VDC trigger input via 3.5 mm connector 1 preamplifier link via an RJ-45 connector Control outputs 2 individually programmable 12 VDC trigger outputs via 3.5 mm connectors 1 preamplifier link via an RJ-45 connector Power output 1 phono power output (+/-20 VDC) for KPE via a 9-pin D-subminiature connector Input impedance CAST: 35 Ohms Balanced: 40 k Ohms Single-ended: 20 k Ohms Output impedance CAST: >1 M Ohms Balanced: 250 Ohms Single-ended: 125 Ohms Gain 12 dB (CAST or balanced output) 6 dB (single-ended output)

Volume control Balanced, current-mode, 16-bit, discrete R-2R ladder Input overload CAST: 11 mA RMS Balanced: 9 V RMS Single-ended: 18 V RMS Output overload CAST: 22 mA RMS Balanced: 20 V RMS Single-ended: 10 V RMS Frequency response 20 Hz to 20 kHz +/-0.01 dB Balanced or single-ended inputs: 0.2 Hz to 1.3 MHz +0, -3 dB CAST inputs: 0.2 Hz to 2 MHz +0, -3 dB Total harmonic distortion plus noise Balanced Output: <0.003%, 20 Hz to 20 kHz, 4 V RMS CAST output: 4 mA RMS Signal-to-noise ratio 4 V RMS balanced or 4 mA RMS CAST output Wideband, unweighted: >97 dB "A" weighted: >104 dB Power consumption Standby: 50 W Power on: 80 W Power on, with KPE: 90 W Dimensions Preamplifier only: 17.3 in.W x 3.7 in. H x 18.5 in. D 43.8 cm W x 9.5 cm H x 47 cm D Power supply only: 17.3 in. W x 3.7 in. H x 17.3 in. D 43.8 cm W x 9.5 cm H x 43.8 cm D Preamplifier channel: 17.3 in. W x 7.3 in. H x 18.5 in. D 43.8 cm W x 18.5 cm H x 47 cm D Stereo pair: 17.3 in. W x 14.6 in. H x 18.5 in. D 43.8 cm W x 37.1 cm H x 47 cm D Weight Shipped: 69 lbs., 31.2 kg Preamplifier only: 21 lbs., 9.5 kg Power supply only: 31 lbs., 14 kg

Denon AVR-3313CI

Metal front panel and flip-down door, the Denon AVR-3313CI IN-Command 7.2 channel AV Receiver is a stately addition to any home theater system. It delivers 125 watts per channel--more than enough power for the largest of rooms and the most demanding of speakers. With seven HDMI inputs and three HDMI outputs, the receiver lets you enjoy high-definition audio and video from a range of devices--including set-top boxes, Blu-ray players, game systems, and tablet computers--in multiple rooms at once. The AVR-3313CI incorporates true multi-zone HDMI audio/video distribution with the inclusion of its HDMI matrix switching functionality. It is also three-source, three-zone compatible. The AVR-3313CI is the high-end model in Denon's line of IN-Command AV Receivers.

AVR-3313CI IN-Command AV Receiver At a Glance: Seven discrete 125-watt channels of equal power for dynamic sound 3D pass-through technology for watching the latest 3D movies Advanced circuitry to convert all video signals to 4K Networking functions to play Internet radio or digital music files Wireless streaming of your iTunes music with Apple's AirPlay technology Audyssey MultEQ XT creates an optimal acoustic profile for your home theater Three-source, three-zone capability Multi Zone HDMI audio/video distribution Seven HDMI inputs and three HDMI outputs to connect a variety of devices 10. Intuitive user interface with Setup Assistant and Denon Remote App Three-year warranty

7.2-channel AV receiver that offers seven discrete 125-watt channels of equal power for dynamic surround sound. View larger.

Seven HDMI inputs and three HDMI outputs for high-definition audio and video from a variety of HDMI-compatible devices. View larger.

AirPlay technology allows you to listen to music from the iTunes library on your Apple device. View larger.

Receiver upscales all video signals to 4K, enabling you to use it with 4K monitors and projectors. View larger.

Superior Surround Sound and 3D Pass-Through Technology
The AVR-3313CI IN-Command AV Receiver is a 7.2-channel AV receiver that offers seven discrete 125-watt channels of equal power for dynamic surround sound, along with dual subwoofer outputs for optimal bass performance throughout your room. View 3D movies through your home theater system using the receiver's pass-through technology.

4K Upscaling for Pristine Picture Quality
The receiver upscales all video signals to 4K (3,840 by 2,160 pixels), which provides four times the picture quality of 1080p. This enables you to use it with 4K monitors and video projectors.

Advanced Functions to Play Streaming Media
The AVR-3313CI IN-Command AV Receiver allows you to enjoy a variety of advanced networking capabilities, like listening to Internet radio and playing music files stored on your PC. The AVR-3313CI supports services like SiriusXM, vTuner Internet Radio, Pandora, and Flickr as well as Apple's AirPlay technology, which allows you to listen to music content from the iTunes library on your iPad, iPhone, iPod touch, PC, or Mac. The receiver is DLNA 1.5 certified and compatible with PCs running Microsoft Windows 7. (Subscriptions to SiriusXM are sold separately. The service is available in US only)

Optimum Sound with Audyssey MultEQ XT
The AVR-3313CI comes equipped with Audyssey MultEQ XT technologies to create an immersive, balanced acoustic profile for your home theater system. Audyssey MultEQ XT technology automatically customizes your home theater to overcome acoustical problems specific to your room, resulting in exceptionally clear sound. MultEQ XT uses high-resolution equalization filters, making it ideal for large or odd-shaped rooms. The receiver incorporates Audyssey Dynamic EQ and Dynamic Volume technologies, too, for comfortable and optimal listening of any source at any volume.

Immersive Surround Sound with Audyssey DSX Technology
The AVR-3313CI comes equipped with Audyssey DSX technology. Audyssey DSX expands surround sound beyond 5.1 with more speakers for an immersive and lifelike home theater experience.

Assign Power Amps for Different Audio Setups
The AVR-3313CI supports up to 7.2 channels for surround playback. You can reassign the amplifiers from the two surround back channels to power a pair of front height speakers, or, to achieve higher-quality sound for two-channel stereo playback, you can configure the AVR-3313CI for front bi-amp operation.

Three-Source, Three-Zone Capability
The AVR-3313CI can be the centerpiece of a three-zone system, including the main room plus two additional playback areas, with independent sources available for each zone. It supports up to two different video sources and three different audio sources.

Enjoy Two Different HDMI Sources Simultaneously
The AVR-3313CI incorporates true multi-zone HDMI audio/video distribution with the inclusion of its HDMI matrix switching functionality. Equipped with three HDMI outputs (two parallel and one discrete), the AVR-3313CI allows for the connection of up to three different HDMI-equipped displays. The receiver can send two different HDMI feeds to two displays at the same time directly from the receiver, eliminating the need for costly external switches or remote control complexity.

Connect Your HDMI-Equipped Devices
The receiver is outfitted with seven HDMI inputs and three HDMI outputs (two parallel and one discrete) so you can enjoy high-definition audio and video from a variety of HDMI-compatible devices, like set-top boxes, Blu-ray players, game systems, and media players like Roku and Apple TV. An HDMI input on the front of the receiver offers a quick, convenient connection for portable devices such as camcorders and HDMI-equipped smartphones and tablets. The front panel also has a USB port to directly connect your iPod, iPhone, or USB drive to the receiver. A flip-down door on the aluminum front panel neatly hides controls and connections when you're not using them.

Intuitive Graphical User Interface and Remote App
The AVR-3313CI features a Setup Assistant along with a graphical user interface that simplifies the initial setup and daily operation of the receiver. In addition, the receiver supports the Denon Remote App, which lets you operate the receiver's main controls from your iPad, iPhone, iPod touch, or Android smartphone.

Intuitive graphical user interface with "Setup Assistant." (Click each to enlarge)

Denon remote app for Android and Apple.
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Denon Link HD Jitter-Free Audio Transmission Technology
The AVR-3313CI also incorporates Denon Link HD, Denon's proprietary jitter-free audio transmission technology. This technology is designed to work with Denon’s DBT-3313CI Universal Blu-ray/DVD/CD Player.

Built-In IP Allows for Custom Integration
The receiver also features versatile custom integration-friendly features such as RS-232 and IP Control for third-party controllers for seamless integration to home automation.

Product and Warranty Information
Sporting a sleek black finish, the receiver measures 6-3/5 by 17-1/10 by 14-9/10 inches (H x W x D) and weighs 26-1/2 pounds.

The AVR-3313CI IN-Command AV Receiver is backed by a three-year warranty.

Package Contents
AVR-3313CI IN-Command AV Receiver, remote control with batteries, AM and FM antennas, power cable, quick setup guide, owner's manual on CD-R, and Audyssey setup microphone. by denon.com