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Trevor Rabin Says Yes to Surround Sound and Atmos
Mike Mettler  |  Oct 31, 2023

Trevor Rabin is all in on leaping directly into the Atmos-mixing universe, having immersed himself in composing in surround sound for the 50 or so films he’s scored over the past three-plus decades—plus the DTS-HD Master Audio 5.1 mix he supervised for his new solo album, Rio. Recently, Rabin—the onetime Yes guitarist/vocalist/composer behind the somewhat unexpected No. 1 hit single from November 1983’s 90125, “Owner of a Lonely Heart”—and music editor Mike Mettler got on Zoom to discuss the creative surround arc of Rio, how his mentor influenced his compositional-oriented way of thinking, and what songs from his era of Yes would benefit the most from new surround mixes. . .

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Sonos Move 2 Portable Wireless Speaker Review
Mark Henninger  |  Oct 31, 2023

Performance
Build Quality
Ergonomics
Value
PRICE: $449

AT A GLANCE

Plus
Stereo sound from dual tweeters
Battery life up to 24 hours
Support for wired audio sources
Upgraded Wireless Charging Base
Wi-Fi and Bluetooth capabilities
Minus
Stereo soundstage is limited
Cannot be paired with Sonos subwoofer
Proprietary USB-C Line-In Adapter not included in box

THE VERDICT
With long battery life, a robust build, powerful bass, and superior connectivity options, the Move 2 is a compelling upgrade that's ready for both indoor and outdoor use. While it might be on the pricier side, for the quality and features offered, it’s an investment that delivers.

Sonos, a brand synonymous with wireless multi-room audio, unveils its latest: the Sonos Move 2. This speaker is not just a sequel but a significant upgrade from its predecessor.

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Epson Ships Ultra-Short-Throw Smart Projector Previewed in September
Bob Ankosko  |  Oct 30, 2023
Epson today announced that the EpiqVision Ultra LS650 ultra-short-throw laser projector previewed in early September is now available for $2,800.
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Klipsch Announces New Portable Bluetooth Speakers
Bob Ankosko  |  Oct 28, 2023
Klipsch today announced a series of portable Bluetooth speakers that will bring the total number of portable models it offers to seven, at prices ranging from $99 to $349.
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Vintage Gear
The Yamaha CR-2020: A True ’70s Blockbuster
Bob Ankosko  |  Oct 27, 2023  |  First Published: Oct 26, 2023
There’s something magical about the majestic stereo receivers of yesteryear. Apart from being magnificent examples of industrial design, they’re dead simple to operate while offering a full complement of features to ensure a great, though decidedly old-school, music listening experience.
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Ultra HD Blu-ray Movie Reviews
Sisu
Chris Chiarella  |  Oct 27, 2023
Picture
Sound
Extras

Writer/director Jalmari Helander’s Sisu spins a thrilling, uberviolent work of fiction into something uniquely original by combining two bits of Finnish history — their gold rush plus the Germans’ retreat across the country in 1944.

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Audioengine’s New Subwoofer Is Small, Wireless & Costs Less than $500
Bob Ankosko  |  Oct 26, 2023
The world will be a better place when we can get rid of all those messy wires. Though we still have a ways to go before a full-on wireless AV system is a reality, Austin-based Audioengine is doing its part to advance the cause with a mini subwoofer that is wireless and sells for $439.
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SmartStream
How to Get More Storage From Your Streaming Devices
Barb Gonzalez  |  Oct 25, 2023
Amazon is following Apple’s lead. A recent update to its Fire TV streamers includes a feature that automatically frees up memory by offloading apps that have not been used in a while — a potential boon for devices with limited storage and a feature that has been available on Apple TV for some time.
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Subwoofer Reviews
Klipsch RP-1600SW 16" Ported Subwoofer Review
Jim Wilson  |  Oct 25, 2023


Performance
Features
Build Quality
Value
PRICE $1,799

AT A GLANCE
Plus
5 year bumper-to-bumper warranty
Incredible amount of clean output
Excellent dynamics
Minus
No XLR inputs
No app control
Few adjustments

THE VERDICT
In the past Klipsch was known primarily for its speakers, but that might be changing. The Reference Premier line of subwoofers are very impressive, finally able to keep pace with their speakers. I went into this review not expecting much, I came away admiring what they had created. The Klipsch RP-1600SW is for real.

Say the name Klipsch and most people will instantly think about high-efficiency speakers, ones with horn tweeters and distinctive gold metallic midranges and woofers. If you're of a certain age your mind might take you to their groundbreaking Klipschorn, that marvelous horn-loaded behemoth of a loudspeaker. Over 75 years after its introduction, the Klipschorn is revered by audiophiles. I'm not sure anything like it exists even today. I'm not reviewing something from their speaker line though, what I have in my living room is a subwoofer from their Reference Premier series: the RP-1600SW.

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Marantz Celebrates its Hi-Fi Heritage with New CD Player and Integrated Amp
Bob Ankosko  |  Oct 24, 2023
Marantz today introduced a pair of classic stereo components that celebrate its roots as a hi-fi pioneer.
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