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The S&V Interview
Steve Hackett: At the Edge of Sonic Exploration
Mike Mettler  |  Jan 30, 2019
We got on the line with iconoclast guitarist Steve Hackett to discuss the rudiments of the soundscapes that comprise his stunning new album At the Edge of Light, the importance of physical packaging in the digital age, and, of course, his plans for future solo-catalog-derived surround sound reissues.
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Audio Video News
Survey: ‘Another Merciless Year of Cord Cutting’
SV Staff  |  Jan 30, 2019
Source: Waterstone Management Group

Americans are “cutting the cord” on cable TV subscriptions in droves, according to a new report from Chicago/San Francisco-based management consulting firm Waterstone.

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Audio Video News
Vizio’s 5.1.4 Atmos Soundbar Nabs Top Value Pick, Gets $100 Discount
SV Staff  |  Jan 30, 2019
Need a quick audio fix for your Super Bowl party? We might have a solution...
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Audio Video News
Sonos Reportedly Developing High-End Headphones
SV Staff  |  Jan 30, 2019
When you think about it, it’s pretty remarkable that wireless-speaker pioneer Sonos hasn’t ventured outside of the home since shipping its first music streaming system 13 years ago. That may be about to change.
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Soundbar Reviews
Vizio 5.1.4 Atmos Soundbar Review
Al Griffin  |  Jan 29, 2019

Performance
Features
Ergonomics
Value
PRICE $999

AT A GLANCE
Plus
Potent sound for the price
5.1.4 Atmos playback
Chromecast built-in for music streaming
Minus
No wireless surround speaker option
No DTS:X decoding

THE VERDICT
Vizio's 5.1.4 soundbar system delivers powerful, immersive sound plus Chromecast built-in streaming at a reasonable price.

Vizio's top-of-the-line Atmos soundbar comes with a cumbersome model number: SB46514-F6. Outside of that, this $1,000 Atmos system is a sleek, well-designed package that delivers surprisingly potent sound for the money. The addition of Chromecast built-in and Bluetooth streaming, along with Google Assistant compatibility, make it a compelling option for anyone seeking an all-in-one immersive audio solution to pair with their new TV.

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A/V Veteran
TV at CES 2019, The Sequel
Thomas J. Norton  |  Jan 29, 2019
With apologies to Samsung and a few others who haven’t made the OLED plunge, and show no signs of doing so, OLED remains today’s hottest flat screen technology. But the battle continues as UHDTV manufacturers scramble to take the next big technological leap. That will likely be Micro LED...
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Audio Video NewsNew Products
Monitor Audio Previews Mini-Cube 5.1 Speaker System
SV Staff  |  Jan 29, 2019
Monitor Audio today announced a 5.1 speaker system “designed to deliver full-scale audio fidelity from compact, elegant speaker cabinets that will augment any interior.”
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Audio Video News
NYC’s Stereo Exchange Now Deals in Used Audio Gear
SV Staff  |  Jan 29, 2019
New York City’s Stereo Exchange has expanded its operation to include the sale of certified-preowned audio gear.
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Audio Video NewsNew Products
Fluance Targets Audiophiles with Bluetooth Speaker
SV Staff  |  Jan 28, 2019
The world of $300/pair bookshelf speakers just got a little more crowded. Internet-based Canadian home audio company Fluance today introduced a compact Bluetooth/aptX-enabled speaker aimed at audiophiles.
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Audio Video NewsNew Products
Elite Unveils Two-Sided Portable Projection Screen
SV Staff  |  Jan 28, 2019
Elite Screens is looking ahead to spring with a new outdoor projection screen intended to replace those saggy old bedsheets people use for backyard movie nights.
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