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Bluetooth Speaker Reviews
Sonus Faber Omnia Wireless Speaker System
Howard Kneller  |  Nov 16, 2022

Performance
Features
Ergonomics
Value
PRICE $1,999

AT A GLANCE
Plus
Museum-quality aesthetics
Audiophile sound
Feature-packed (DSP, HDMI ARC, phono)
Extensive connectivity
Minus
Placement requires care

THE VERDICT
The Omnia’s large and well-defined soundscape, striking industrial design, full feature package, and connective versatility make it one of the most desirable wireless speakers available.

Due in no small part to its propensity to produce exquisite wooden cabinets, Italy-based Sonus faber has for many years created some of the sexiest speakers around. Of course, for a country that claims Ferrari, Prada, and LaPerla, sexy seems to be easy. Still, Sonus' sexy factor seems to be the result of several things other than just the country of origin. There's the addition by the company of keen-eyed Chief Design Officer Livio Cucuzza in 2010. Also, in 2021 the company purchased the masterly De Santi woodworking factory, with which it began working with back in 1986.

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Audio Video NewsNew Products
Pro-Ject Reimagines Classic Stereo Gear
Bob Ankosko  |  Nov 16, 2022
Pro-Ject USA has reimagined the classic integrated amplifier, choosing a refreshingly compact form factor over the traditional bulky box for two of its latest products.
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Audio Video NewsNew Products
Polk Announces $299 Entry-Level Subwoofer
Bob Ankosko  |  Nov 15, 2022
Polk today announced plans to expand its popular Monitor XT Series of speakers with an entry-level subwoofer rated down to 24Hz.
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New Products
JVC Unleashes Firmware 2.0 for D-ILA Projectors
Mark Henninger  |  Nov 15, 2022
The wait is over for JVC projector owners eagerly anticipating the company’s latest firmware, V2.0. The free update is available now and provides compatible existing projectors with new features, better performance, and increased convenience.
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The Connected Life
Working With a Custom Installer, Part 1
John Sciacca  |  Nov 15, 2022
If you’re looking to hire an installer for a job — or really have any trade come and work in your home — here are some suggestions for making the project go smoother for everyone, starting with things you should do and be aware of leading up to installation day.
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Signals
When Max Headroom Hijacked Chicago
Ken C. Pohlmann  |  Nov 14, 2022
Dear reader, are you ready for one last trip down the rabbit hole? It is Sunday night, November 22. The year is 1987. You are in Chicago, watching a Dr. Who episode on Channel 11. Then something very, very, very, very creepy happens.

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Speaker TechNew Products
Interview with Andrew Jones: MoFi SourcePoint 10 Loudspeakers
Mark Henninger  |  Nov 13, 2022
The MoFi SourcePoint 10 is the latest speaker from the talented and prolific Andrew Jones, chief loudspeaker designer for MoFi Electronics. It's one of the most exciting product debuts from this year’s Capital Audiofest high-end audio show. After a relaxing and enjoyable demonstration that led me to conclude these 10-inch concentric-driver loudspeakers offer the best bang-for-the-buck in the building, I asked Andrew if he was up for an interview and here's the result.
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Blu-ray Movie ReviewsUltra HD Blu-ray Movie Reviews
Top Gun: Maverick
Chris Chiarella  |  Nov 12, 2022
Picture
Sound
Extras
Someone once posited that the way to gauge the quality of a sequel is to plot the delta—better or worse—from the movie that spawned it. Employing that metric, Top Gun: Maverick might be the best damned sequel that I've ever seen.
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Ask S&V
Don’t Be Shy. . . Ask S&V!
SV Staff  |  Nov 10, 2022
Got tech questions? Looking for advice on how to get the most out of your A/V gear? The experts at Sound & Vision have answers! Email your questions to AskSandV@gmail.com.
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Audio Video NewsNew Products
News & Gear: Mid-Fall 2022
Bob Ankosko  |  Nov 10, 2022
MicroLED gets a market update while KEF rolls out the holiday discounts and McIntosh presents its latest two-channel amplifier. We also cover a new cabinet that makes your TV disappear and stylish surge protectors you can mount on the wall.
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