CERWIN VEGA Home Audio VE SERIES

Whether you're listening to your favorite tunes, watching a new DVD, or following the big game, the quality of your experience is defined by sound. Cerwin-Vega understands this... we've been a world-wide leader in loudspeaker design for over 50 years! And now, with the new VE Series, we bring you our legendary power and excellent sound quality, all at an unbelievably affordable price. If you're putting together your dream sound system for home, office, dorm room, or other environment, there's no need to compromise your expectations just to save a few bucks. Instead, do it right - do it with the Cerwin-Vega VE Series!

Feel The Power

From six VE Series models no single speaker configuration is right for all situations. Depending on the size of the room as well as your tastes in music and movies, you need a loudspeaker setup designed to meet your specific audio needs, while working together as a seamless system. The VE Series makes it easy for you to customize your own perfect sound system, ideal for your personal listening choices.

KEA AUDIO RUAPEHU

The Kea Audio RUAPEHU is made from the finest New Zealand Timbers, hand-crafted by local wood craftspeople. The inside of the cabinet is filled with natural sheep wool which also comes from New Zealand. Each driver operates within its optimal frequency-band. Therefore a transparent, uncoloured sound and wide dispersion is achieved. The RUAPEHU is a perfect combination of sophisticated design and exceptional sound

		Power handling: 200 Watt (Music) Bandwidth: 25Hz - 40.000Hz Impedance: 8 Ohms (nominal) Sensitivity: 89dB Principle: Bassreflex Drivers: 1 x 6.5" Polyepicell-Woofer 1 x 4" Polyepicell-Midrange 1 x 1" Polyepicell-Tweeter

REVEL Salon2 Floorstanding Speakers

The Revel Ultima2 Series Loudspeakers exemplify subtle elegance with their smooth, rounded shapes, easily blending into a wide variety of décors. Offering an elegant, designer-friendly appearance and unparalleled sound quality, the Revel Salon2 is the highest expression of Revel technology and performance in loudspeaker design and achieves previously unmatched performance. Its sophisticated design even extends to the cast aluminum input and control panel, which is hidden from view yet easily accessible. The smoked access panel continues the elegant shape of the cabinet, even when viewed from the side or rear. The Salon2 is as delightful for the discriminating eye as is satisfying for the refined ear.
Main Features

• Curvilinear Single Piece Enclosure with 9 Layers of Laminated MDF
• Narrow Sonically Optimized, 2 ½" Thick Baffle that Virtually Eliminates Diffraction Effects
• Easily Removable, Magnetically Attached Grilles
• Pure Beryllium Dome Tweeter with 3rd Generation Waveguide Technology
• Titanium Cone Woofer and Midrange with Inverted-dome Designs

Dolby Atmos: Bringing Surround Sound To New Level

Dolby’s brand new theatrical surround sound system, Dolby Atmos. I got to check out the new system at a showing of Brave at the SilverCity Yonge and Eglinton in Toronto, and the results are quite impressive. First off, the system is loud. Very loud. But it’s also the first time outside of an IMAX theatre where I’ve heard a sound system be this loud without also losing fidelity. This has everything to do with the way Atmos is designed.

Theatres have operated with what’s called 5.1 surround for a few decades now, and recently have been upgrading to a 7.1 system. Those numbers are simply an indication of how many separate audio channels a system can support. 5.1 has one subwoofer channel and five regular speaker channels; one in the centre, two on either side and two more on the sides of the cinema. There are often multiple speakers on the sides as well as the back walls, but these all share the same two channels of sound. 7.1 is effectively the same, except that it adds two more channels specifically for the back. A sound mixer on a movie now has control of a more full environment of sound. Dolby Atmos takes that control to a whole new level. Atmos can support up to 128 channels of sound plugged into up to 64 speakers. You don’t need to be good at math to know that’s a huge difference.
The number of speakers isn’t the only advantage, though. It’s where those speakers are placed. First of all, a lot more speakers lines the side and back walls. On top of this, behind the screen are said to be a bunch more speakers. The biggest change, though, comes from the rows of speakers lining the ceiling. In this case, one row of speakers on the left side of the ceiling pointed right down at the audience and another row on the right. I suppose the only way to surround the audience even more would be speakers beneath the seats.

So, given the theoretical power of Dolby Atmos, how did it actually sound in action? Well that’s a bit of a mixed bag. Brave sounded great, and having already seen it in a standard Dolby Surround cinema I could definitely feel a difference. Where the regular surround was nice and loud and had some great spatial work, the Atmos mix was a set up. In general it felt much more like being in a full environment of sound, and though the volume was very loud, the mix of sounds from every channel was clear and distinct enough not to become overwhelming. The downside is that the movie had so much going on in the mix, particularly in the score, that it wasn’t always clear that every channel was being used. Here and there they did come through. Sounds seemed to rush overhead and right around the audience. In one scene, a character is talking as she moves from the right side of the screen to the left, and the sound very precisely follows her, which could be accomplished with three speakers, but sounded a whole lot better in Atmos.

I’m not sure Brave was the best way to premiere the system, though. The constant score and mix of effects made it difficult to tell just how well the extra channels were being employed. I figure it doesn’t help that the Atmos mix for Brave was done as a last-minute demo, not giving quite enough time to perfect it. The better demonstration of Atmos was the Atmos bumper before the movie started. A 3D sequence where the camera tracks through tree branches, with wind and wooshes and animal sounds coming from all directions. It was more than impressive, and I’m sure if built a bit better into the mix of a film the effect of the extra channels and the ceiling-mounted speakers would be amazing. A film like No Country for Old Men, for example, would benefit greatly from Atmos, where you could plant the audience right in the middle of a soundscape, making it really feel like you’re traversing that desert, with sounds coming through the sides, and birds flying overhead.

Dolby Atmos isn’t a revolution in theatrical surround sound, but it’s pretty clear that if employed correctly, it will be something that the home environment simply cannot compete with. The power of the speakers and their sheer number and positioning would make for some pretty special sound mixes. It’s not a revolution, but it does take the surround sound we already know and love and raises it up a notch. Cinema has been about the experience of watching films for many decades, and Atmos is a great advancement in that experience. If all you want to do is see the picture and hear the words, you can do that at home. But if you want the best possible experience while watching a film, systems like Dolby Atmos make a big difference and truly enhance that experience

LEXICON ZX-7

ZX-7 features a true balanced topology. Each of its seven channels consists of two amplifier stages, one for each side — both positive and negative — of the wave form. The positive input signal is amplified by the positive amplifier and the negative input signal is amplified by the negative amplifier when a balanced signal is applied to the input. This approach lowers noise, lowers distortion, and eliminates interference from external stray electronic fields. Music reproduction benefits from a cleaner soundstage and increased dynamics, while the presentation of subtle detail is improved appreciably due to the significantly lower noise floor.

Along with its exceptional sonic performance, the ZX-7 is equipped with sophisticated protection capabilities. Advanced optically coupled protection circuitry safeguards the ZX-7 from damage caused by excessive heat, short-circuits, device failures, miswiring, internal faults and reactive loads, plus it protects loudspeakers from DC and frequencies below 10Hz. Because the protection circuitry is optically coupled for each channel, it is completely isolated from the audio signal path — eliminating any potential degradation of the audio signal inherent in traditional protection schemes.
A formidable combination of power and finesse, the ZX-7 is the obvious choice for audio enthusiasts looking for maximum performance from their listening systems.

Parasound Zbreeze

The Zbreeze - Cooling Fan is designed to prevent stagnant hot air around nearby heat-producing components, drawing
hot air away from a heat-producing component, and into the rack’s general circulating air. It is not intended
to exhaust hot air from an entire rack or compartment full of equipment and should not be employed as a substitute
for general rack or cabinet forced air circulation. Temperatures can increase to dangerous levels around
closely-spaced components where local pockets of stagnant hot air are not exhausted by the overall air circulation
in an equipment rack or compartment.

Three large fans, ball bearing construction for long life

Two Turn Off Modes, instant turn off or 10 minute delayed turn off

Three user-selectable fan speeds

High air flow, greater than 90 cubic feet / minute at max speed

Three auto turn on modes, 12 Volt DC trigger, 120V AC or front panel button

Auto turn on mode disables front panel power button

Extra-quiet design, less than 33 dB noise

Switchable 115v / 230v operation

1U half-rack space chassis

(W x D x H): 9 ½" x 9" x 2 ¼" / 1 ¾" without feet

(W X D x H): 242mm x 229mm x 57.5mm / 44.5mm w/o feet

Parasound 2 year parts, 2 years labor warranty
(For USA and Canada purchases only)

Rotel RMB-1575 Five Channel Amplifier Reviewed

Rotel is one of the most established leaders in value-oriented audiophile gear.Rotel is the  giving home theater enthusiasts and audiophiles meaningful performance without a staggering price tag. One of the categories that Rotel has succeeded in most recently is in their digital multi-channel amps. With real power ratings you can get five channels of clean, quiet and bountiful power in an absolutely stunning chassis that borders on the levels of the uber-amps out there. The sound of the Rotel RMB-1575 ($2,799) is noticeably void of noise, a quality desirable to audiophiles in Class-A, Class-B designs. Class-D "digital" amps put the other designs to shame in terms of their quiet operation. Rotel's RMB-1575 also provides a very immediate sound, as it has so much more real power than even the top of the line AV receivers. This is valuable to home theater users pumping the latest HD audio codecs like Dolby TrueHD and or DTS Master Audio via HDMI from Blu-ray, who will now have the amplifier power to keep up.


High Points• Dollar for dollar, the power you get with the Rotel RBM-1575 makes it a killer value. It cannot be compared with even the best AV receivers as it has so much more power. It is clearly a step above.
• The "quiet" or low distortion sound of the amp is truly alluring for music lovers and movie enthusiasts alike, especially with the new HD audio codecs from Blu-ray.
• The casework on the Rotel RMB-1575 is gorgeous, comparing with the best in the business.
• The Rotel RMB-1575 runs cool as a cucumber compared to traditional amps

Low Points• Class-D "digital" amps have tons of power and run quietly and cool. However, they tend to lack the heft on the low end that you get from the best Class-AB amps, such as a Krell or even a comparably-priced ATI. Those amps are far heavier, larger and run much hotter, often with more distortion, yet there is no question as to the difference in sound. It is not a "one is better than the other" valuation. Class-D amps just sound different than traditional Class-AB amps.


Conclusion 

Rotel is back with another winner with the RBM-1575 five-channel Class-D digital amp. It is a good-looking contender that is the logical companion to today's latest AV preamps with the power needed to blow away even the best, most expensive AV receivers, especially on audiophile sources like DVD-Audio and SACD and, even more dramatically, on HD audio sources from Blu-ray.by jerry colliano

Performance

4 Stars

Value

4 Stars

Overall

4 Stars

Model	RMB-1575
Power Output All channels driven	250 Watts x 5ch (20-20 kHz, 0.03% THD, 8 ohms) 500 watts x 5ch (20-20 kHz, 0.03% THD, 4 ohms)
THD (20-20,000Hz) 8 ohms, all channels driven	< 0.03%
IM Distortion	< 0.03%
Damping Factor (8 ohms)	400
Gain	27.1dB
Input Sens. / Impedance	1.5 V / 8.3 k ohms
Frequency Response (+/-1 dB)	10 - 80 kHz (+3dB)
S/N Ratio (IHF A)	109 dB
Power Consumption	600 Watts
Dimensions (W x H x D) mm	431 x 144 x 407 mm
Dimensions (W x H x D) in.	17 x 5 5/8 x 16 in
Front Panel Height	3U / 132.6mm / 5 2/8 in
Weight (net)	11 kg, lb.

Control4® Home Controller HC-200

Control4® Home Controller HC-200

The affordable Control4^® Home Controller HC-200 adds intelligent one-room, home theater or small-system control to any home. For about the same price as a typical universal remote, you'll enjoy the same features plus on-screen interface and the ability to control lighting, distributed audio, security, HVAC, energy management and more. It can also be used as a primary controller to boost performance in smaller systems. The compact design makes it easy to mount in a rack or behind a TV so you can enjoy the power of on-screen control virtually anywhere.
Features & Benefits

• Perfectly priced for one-room systems, home theaters or to add on-screen navigation to every room in the house.
• Intelligent control with multiple IR and serial outputs.
• Integrated Ethernet and ZigBee support plus optional WiFi capability provides an ideal solution for new or existing homes.
• Great alternative to standard universal remotes, with the ability to add other home control features depending on your needs.
• Offers simple on-screen navigation to control multi-room music, lighting, energy, A/V, temperature and more.

Technical Specifications

• Model No: C4-HC200B-E-B-NR

PARASOUND Model 5250 v.2 Amplifier

• Over 60 improvements compared to the Model 5250
• THX Ultra2 certified
• 250 watts rms per channel into 8 ohm, all channels driven
• 385 watts rms per channel into 4 ohm, all channels driven
• 45 amps peak current per channel
• Gain for each channel adjustable from 19-39
• +/-10dB from THX Reference level
• Turn on options for Manual, 12v or audio
• Fully discrete circuitry with two toroid transformers
• Efficient, low heat design
• Gold-plated RCA input jacks
• Heavy duty 24k gold-plated 5-way speaker terminals
• Standby, channel status, high temperature indicators
• 4u chassis with carry handles; RMK44 rack mount kit available
• (W x D x H): 17.25” x 19” x 7.63” / 7” without feet
• Parasound 3 year parts, 3 years labor warranty

SPECS

Continuous RMS Power Output
20 Hz - 20 kHz, Five Channels Driven
250 watts x 5, 8 Ω
385 watts x 5, 4 Ω

Current Capacity
45 amps peak per channel

Frequency Response
20 Hz - 50 kHz, +0/-3 dB, 1 watt

Dynamic Headroom
1.6 dB

Total Harmonic Distortion
0.025% at full rated output
0.02% at average listening levels

IM Distortion
0.05 %

Transient IM Distortion
Not measurable

S/N Ratio
114 dB at rated output, IHF A-weighted
106 dB at rated output, unweighted
93 dB at 2.828 V output, IHF A-weighted
84 dB at 2.828 V output, unweighted

Input Impedance
33 k Ω

Input Sensitivity
1 V in for 28.28 V out, THX reference level
1.6 V for full rated output, adjustable from 500mV to 5

Inter-Channel Crosstalk
85 dB, 1 kHz
73 dB, 10 kHz
67 dB, 20 kHz

Damping Factor
Over 150 at 20 Hz

Auto Turn On - DC
9 - 12V, 15 mA

Auto Turn On - Audio
1 mV sensitivity
15 minute turn off delay

AC Power Requirement
110 - 120 V / 220 -240 V, 50 - 60 Hz
1 watt standby; 2500 watts full output

Dimensions
17-1/4" Wide
19" Deep with gain control knobs
7-5/8" High with feet, 7" panel only
437 x 482 x 193mm, 176mm panel only

Net Weight
69 lbs., 31.4 kg

Rack Mount Accessory
May be Purchased Separately
RMK44

Kimber Kable 8PR

The construction consists of eight brown and eight black conductors, arranged in a large format braid. Individual conductors are high-purity copper. The aggregate wire size is two 10 awg conductors. 8PR provides a sound that is full bodied and powerful, making it ideal for subwoofers and the low frequency section of bi-wired speakers as well as full range applications.

Spade

SBAN

Postmaster 25

Postmaster 33

Postmaster N3

Basic Electrical Specifications

8PR

DUT: 8PR 2.5m bare wire ends.

(Cp) parallel capacitance:	742.0 pF @ 20 kHz
(Ls) series inductance:	0.459 µH @ 20 kHz
(Rdc) dc loop resistance:	0.021 Ω
(Xt) total reactance:	0.057 Ω @ 20 kHz
Frequency response ± 0.5 dB: dc - 50 kHz

Integra CDC-3.4 CD Player

Integrity, the namesake of the integra brand, is defined as "a rigid adherence to a code or standard of values." that’s exactly what you get with the cdc-3.4 cd changer. The best parts, technology and engineering come together to bring you an unparalleled music listening experience. Integra was the first company to offer an exclusive 6-disc carousel in a CD changer. The tradition continues with the newly redesigned CDC-3.4. It features smooth & quiet mechanical operation, plus a soft blue light which illuminates the disc tray for better visibility. You can also load up to 5 discs while one is still playing for extended listening times without interruption. We've taken the best digital-to-analog converters and combined them with our exclusive VLSC noise reduction circuitry and 8x oversampling for the clearest possible sound from the analog outputs. For digital signals, a "Direct Digital Path" is used to carry the signal to the player's coaxial digital output. This provides a more direct signal path to your receiver via a heavily shielded cable. The CDC-3.4 is truly "Designed to Integrate" — it communicates flawlessly with third-party automation and control systems. It also boasts a family of nine discrete IR code sets, allowing control of several units in a single location with no "cross-talk" between components. Specifications CDC-3.4 6-Disc Carousel Changer Digital Filter 352.8 kHz, 128 x oversampling Frequency Response 5 Hz-20 kHz S/N Ratio 98 dB Dynamic Range 96 dB THD (1 kHz) 0.005 % Channel Separation (1 kHz) 92 dB Wow and Flutter Below threshold of measurability Dimensions (W x H x D) 17 1/8" x 5 3/16" x 17 3/16" Weight 15.0 lbs./6.8 kg

How Many Channels of Surround Are Too Many?

 Dolby Pro Logic in the 1980s significantly laid the groundwork for over two decades of boom times in the home theater market. 5.1 discrete surround sound had less and less compression in the form of Dolby Digital (AC3) and DTS fueled the popularity of DVD-Video all through the 1990s. In the mid-2000s 7.1 surround sound, complete with its side channel surround speakers, eked its way into the feature-laden receiver market and consumers sighed. HDMI never worked correctly and 7.1 only added more complications but over time most home theater enthusiasts couldn't live without 1080p video and literally uncompressed 5.1 and or 7.1 surround sound in the form of DTS-HD Master Audio and/or Dolby TrueHD - so they upgraded again. Today, the latest and greatest receivers are promoting 9.2 channels of surround sound including height channels as well as stereo subwoofers. In the midst of a nasty recession, consumers and reviewers alike are asking - when is enough enough when it comes to surround sound?
 I am not saying they love HDMI because they don't, but if it worked it would have been what the computer industry likes to call "the killer application." When it comes to 9.2 surround sound - new receivers have more of a good thing to sell to consumers. Consumers get more for their receiver dollar. They ultimately buy more speakers. Customers have more ways to realize the potential of Blu-ray in most home theater environments. This, for AV retailers, is something very compelling to sell even if consumers are getting a little wary of the upgrade path.

Consumers were confused to the core back in the 1990s when the AV powers-that-be decided to come out with 5.1 surround, as it wasn't really clear what a "point one" channel was. After more than a decade of advertising, promotion and education - everyone who loves home theater and movies knows what 5.1 or 7.1 surround sound is. However at 9.2 speakers, the question consumers are asking is - do I really need this? The short and honest answer is "not necessarily all at once." Most uncompressed surround sound tracks in Dolby TrueHD and/or DTS Master audio are in 5.1 or sometimes 7.1 surround. The extra front height channels and other subwoofers are matrix surround sound channels that add to the experience. The key idea for consumers is that they should build systems that are rock solid around their 5.1 speaker system even if their receivers are 7.1 or 9.2 channel capable. The idea of an upgrade path drove growth in the audiophile market from the 1970s through the early 1990s and it is important in the world of home theater today. If there is room and budget, side channel speakers make for a very nice upgrade that is pretty affordable. Remember to pre-wire for such an upgrade when your theater goes in. Before I would do front height channels for 9.2 surround - I would add a second subwoofer to a 7.1 system (I guess that makes it 7.2) as in most rooms an additional subwoofer can make far more impact - especially when there is auto-EQ systems built into your receiver.

The power of a second sub can physically and audibly rock your world. The "Nth" level of performance can come from height channels and makes for an extreme upgrade. Today's in-ceiling speakers from the likes of Nobile Fidelity, Paradigm and many others come to mind as an unobtrusive way to add even more fantastic levels of high end polish to an already cutting edge home theater system. Just don't get caught up in the number of speakers in a surround system to the detriment of the core 5.1 system, including speakers, processor amps and source components.by Jerry Del Colliano

What To Look For When Buying a Home Theater System

A surround sound system turns a television into a home theater. Without it, you can never approach the audio experience intended by modern-day filmmakers. Sure, your HDTV can probably fake surround, but it's not going to sound like the real thing.

That real thing requires a receiver  and several speakers. YouReceiver can buy everything in a single package, or get the receiver separately from the speakers You'll get a better deal if you buy everything in one package, although hardcore audiophiles usually prefer to buy them separately.

Your receiver will process audio information from your DVD or Blu-ray player, as well as your DVR. You might also want it to process audio from your iPod, smartphone, tape deck, and turntable.

It must be able to send its amplified audio to at least five satellite speakers--the smallish ones that allow the sound to come from different directions--and one subwoofer.

The receiver will also need multiple HDMI inputs, as wellHDMI as other inputs for older technology. And it will need one HDMI output, so it can send the video information to your HDTV while rerouting the audio to your speakers.

Your receiver should also decode Blu-ray's high-quality formats, such as Dolby TrueHD and DTS-HD Master Audio.

Do you need a 7.1 system, or is 5.1 sufficient? In a 5.1 configuration, you have three front speakers near the television (left, center, and right), two surround speakers beside the audience (left and right), and a subwoofer for the low-frequency enhancement track (LFE). For 7.1, you get four surround speakers, so that you can get different sounds behind and beside you.5.1: Five satellite speakers and a subwoofer

As I write this, few 7.1 mixes are available, but that's changing. I don't consider 7.1 absolutely essential, but if your theater room is reasonably deep, 7.1 may enhance some movies. I'm happy with 5.1, myself.by lincoln spector

Runco QuantumColor Q-1500d & Q-1500d ULTRA

Product description

Runco's revolutionary QuantumColor™ projectors pair energy-saving LED technology with proprietary Runco engineering to create unsurpassed performance and unrivaled customization. The Runco QuantumColor Q-1500d home theater projector maximizes the benefits of Runco’s new InfiniLight™ lampless LED illumination technology and pairs it with the proprietary Runco
Brightness Acceleration Engine™ to produce large-screen, bright images making the Q-1500d the brightest LED home theater projector available in the world.

The Q-1500d is an energy-efficient projector with the widest color gamut ever available in home theater projection. But simply creating a projector platform with lampless technology and the largest color gamut isn’t enough. Harnessing its incredible color options, Runco introduces its revolutionary new Personal Color Equalizer™, which allows color adjustment that includes those exactly defined by the cinematographer and the color preferences of each individual viewer for each source. Proprietary Runco Smart Color (RSC™) provides a hue compensation curve and gamut mapping that allows for lifelike, accurate flesh tones while increasing color saturation, without sacrificing the purity of other colors

The Q-1500d’s unparalleled brightness is both a combination of Runco’s new Brightness Acceleration Engine and a phenomenon called Q-lumens. Q lumens enable the Q-1500d to outperform its specifications. To learn more about Q lumens, read Runco’s eBook “Out-of-the-Box Brightness for Life™.

BANG & OlUFSEN BEOLAB 12

Design is nothing without performance

The wave pattern creates a structure that is inconspicuous and sleek. But its compact shape does not sacrifice performance or acoustic perfection. BeoLab 12 exploits every inch of the slender unit to drive out incredible, multi-dimensional sound.

An optical illusion

BeoLab 12 features a sculptural design that forms a reassuring wave pattern. The effect of this wave design is a flat-form loudspeaker that beholds powerful capabilities, maximizing every inch of the slim space. Call it the world’s most high-performing optical illusion, because when viewed from the side, this commanding speaker appears even slimmer.

 

 

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Prick up your ears

Hear how the superb acoustic performance of BeoLab 12 breathes new life into your favorite film or song. It elegantly stages the experience of listening, so new dimensions and layers reach your ears. Whether it is a Puccini opera, a Spaghetti western, or the sound of wind blowing, BeoLab 12 wall speaker evokes the perfect surround sound to enrich your experience, both acoustically and visually.

Magic happens when you break the rules

Less reflection, more realism

With the Acoustic Lens Technology handling the treble notes and helping disperse the sound waves evenly throughout the room, we maximise space in front of the loudspeaker with optimal sound, constant tonal balance, minimised floor and ceiling reflection, and a deeper sense of space and realism.

Playing with the wall

The rear section of the wall-mounted BeoLab 12 is open where the woofer is placed; so two woofers play directly into the wall. Because these bass units play directly into the wall – away from the listener – you get an acoustic benefit. Any audible distortion from high frequency sounds is removed.

 

 

Features & specifications

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Designer	David Lewis
Dimensions	94.2 x 22 x 9.8 cm/6 kg
Material(s)	Aluminum and composite materials
Colour(s)	Cabinet/Cover: Silver/White
Power consumption	Typical: 25 W; Networked standby: 0.4 W

harman/Kardon AVR 3650

Take your home entertainment to the next level.
If you’re looking for a receiver packed with the most sought-after home theater technologies, look no further than the Harman Kardon® AVR 3650. As an ideal starting point for building your dream home theater system, the AVR 3650 is blessed with an impressive list of features. It starts with HDMI® v.1.4a with 3-D, which allows you to experience 3-D entertainment when paired with a 3-D capable TV and 3-D sources. Then it continues on the audio front where the AVR 3650 commands serious attention with Dolby® TrueHD and DTS-HD Master Audio™ decoding – which deliver high-resolution sound that’s ultra-faithful to the filmmakers’ intentions. As an additional bonus, the AVR 3650 integrates Harman Kardon Logic 7® processing – a powerful and proprietary technology that devotes itself to each one of the seven amplified channels of surround sound the receiver is capable of supporting. Ultimately, with six HDMI inputs, extensive video and audio connectivity, and its ability to connect with a Harman Kardon The Bridge IIIP (available separately) for playback of your iPod and iPhone devices, the AVR 3650 is a brilliant performer that accommodates virtually any system you pair it up with.
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DENON AVR-5308CI(A)

Flagship Receivers AVR-5308CI & AVP-A1HDCI bringing these already incredible products the following feature enhancements:

• Audyssey MultEQ XT32 (including Audyssey Pro)
• Audyssey DSX Surround Processing
• Dolby PLIIz Surround Processing
• 3D Video Pass-through via HDMI

Setting the reference standard for sound and video quality, the AVR-5308CI(A) is packed with all of the latest technologies for the ultimate home theater experience. Featuring THX Ultra2 certification, the AVR-5308CI(A) features Denon’s legendary D.D.S.C.-HD surround sound decoding, employing no less than 3 high speed DSP processors, along with precision Burr-Brown DACs in differential mode on all output channels (12). Able to decode the latest high definition audio formats, such as Dolby Digital Plus, Dolby TrueHD, and DTS-HD Master Audio via the latest HDMI v1.3a specification. Video sources, regardless of resolution or format, are upconverted to high definition via the top-performing Realta HQV video processor, all the way up to 1080p. The versatile multi-zone functions include independent high definition and standard definition outputs. A host of digital media connectivity features includes network audio and photo streaming, via Ethernet and built-in Wi-Fi, along with internet radio stations, built-in HD radio, and XM satellite-ready capability. This latest "A" version now includes Audyssey Dynamic Volume, and is also Sirius Radio Ready.

• GENERAL

  Availability		-
  Depth (inches)		19.5
  Height (inches)		8.4
  Width (inches)		17.1
  Weight: In Pounds		52.8
  Finish		Black
  Power Output; Watts Per Channel		150
  THX Ultra2-Certified

• CONNECTIVITY

  XLR Analog Output

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• CONVENIENCE FEATURES

  Personal Memory Plus
  Relay-Controlled Protection Circuits
  Auto Setup Calibration
  Auto/Manual Room Equalization
  Auto Setup Microphone Included/Type		Y
  Dual Surround Mode Spkr. Selector

• SOUND MODES

  HDCD Decoder
  Dolby TrueHD and Dolby Digital+ Decoding
  Dolby Digital Surround EX Decoding
  dts ES Discrete 6.1 Decoding
  dts ES Matrix 6.1 Decoding
  dts Neo:6 Stereo-to-Surround Cinema and Music Mode
  dts 96/24 5.1 for DVD-Video Processing
  Dolby Headphone
  THX Ultra2 7.1 Cinema, Music and Game Modes
  THX Surround EX Decoding
  Pure Direct/Direct/Stereo Modes on Digital/Analog inputs
  Stereo/Direct Modes w/Pure Analog Path
  Multi-Channel Stereo Mode
  Video Game Mode
  Wide Screen 7.1 Mode
  Mono Movie Surround Mode
  Rock Arena Surround Mode
  Matrix Surround Mode
  Jazz Club Surround Mode
  Virtual Surround Mode – For 2 Speakers/Headphones

Awards

• Best High End AV Receiver
• Audioholics CE Award
• Home Theater RAVE Awards AVR-5308CI
• EXCITE Awards

Reviews

• Audioholics.com AVR-5308CI