Mark Henninger

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The UK Hi-Fi Show Live 2023: Ascot's Grandstand Set the Stage
Mark Henninger  |  Oct 19, 2023
Have you ever wondered why audiophile extravaganzas often feel like they're confined to your average Holiday Inn? Yes, we get it: the rooms, the isolation, but come on—doesn't high-fidelity deserve a high-class venue? Enter the UK Hi-Fi Show Live 2023, staged at the Ascot Racecourse Grandstand. It is where high-end audio got the royal treatment it's long yearned for.
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Editor's Eye
The Evolution of Performance
Mark Henninger  |  Oct 05, 2023
As highly competent design becomes more commonplace in modern AV gear, it’s the perfect time to discuss the balance between performance, design, and features.
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Audio Video NewsNew Products
Arcam Radia Series Unveiled: Tradition Meets Modernity in London
Mark Henninger  |  Oct 04, 2023  |  Published: Oct 03, 2023
Today in London, Arcam unveiled its latest audio line, the Radia Series, during a live event at the Vinyl Factory. The series features three integrated amplifiers: the Arcam A5, A15, and A25, alongside the Arcam CD5 CD player and Arcam ST5 high-resolution streamer. This initial offering represents a harmonious blend of Arcam’s established British audio heritage with modern design aesthetics and technology.
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New Products
Technics Demos New SL-1200GR2 Direct Drive Turntable
Mark Henninger  |  Sep 26, 2023
There are few names as synonymous with turntables as Technics, a brand that has consistently pushed the boundaries of what's possible with vinyl playback. I recently had the opportunity to attend a presentation by Bill Voss, Business Development Manager at Technics, where he unveiled the latest addition to the Grand Class series—the SL-1200GR2 turntable.
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ShowsCEDIA 2023
Transforming Home Audio with ART: A Conversation with Dirac's Dr. Mathias Johansson
Mark Henninger  |  Sep 24, 2023
I had the chance to speak with Dr. Mathias Johansson, co-founder and Chief Product Officer of Dirac, at CEDIA Expo 2023 in Denver. Our wide-ranging conversation explored the future of home audio systems, specifically focusing on Dirac's technology that aims to revolutionize how we deal with troublesome room acoustics.
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ShowsCEDIA 2023
Elevating Analog to Digital: Victrola at CEDIA 2023
Mark Henninger  |  Sep 24, 2023
While at the CEDIA 2023 Expo in Denver, I had the opportunity to visit Victrola's new headquarters and discuss the future of turntables and audio technology with Don Inmon, the head of product and brand at Victrola. The conversation offered a first look at Victrola's new Hi-Res variants of its two turntables, the Onyx and the Carbon, and explored the shift toward wireless, high-quality audio experiences.
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ShowsCEDIA 2023
THX Says New 8K HDMI Cables Offer Certified Reliability
Mark Henninger  |  Sep 23, 2023
During the CEDIA 2023 Expo in Denver, I sat down with Steve Martz, VP of Global Technology at THX Ltd., to discuss the company's forthcoming line of HDMI cables. Scheduled for a Q4 release, Steve showcased production samples and shared insights into their design and performance features.
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ShowsCEDIA 2023
CEDIA Expo 2023 Editor’s Picks
Mark Henninger  |  Sep 19, 2023
CEDIA Expo 2023 offered an opportunity to peruse a plethora of audio and AV products aimed at the CI (custom install) market. Much of what's on display is excruciatingly expensive and targeted at wealthy consumers. Case in point, one of the most popular demos involved a home theater system with a million dollars worth of gear in it. At that price point, a $12,000 video player and $16,000 video processor seem like almost trivial expenses.
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LCD TV ReviewsOther Tech
Samsung 57" Odyssey Neo G9 Monitor Review
Mark Henninger  |  Sep 18, 2023

Performance
Features
Ergonomics
Value
PRICE $2,500

AT A GLANCE
Plus
Cutting-edge graphics
Extreme immersion
Futuristic design
DisplayPort 2.1
Accurate colors
Handles HDR well
Minus
Expensive
Needs a powerful PC for gaming
No remote

THE VERDICT
While it requires a cutting edge, top-of-the-line PC to get the most out of it, If you love simulated driving or flying, the Neo G9 57-inch monitor was made for you.

When it comes to visual immersion, Samsung's curved, ultra-wide Odyssey gaming monitors are about as close as you can get to VR without donning goggles. And no such monitor that Samsung has released embodies this more than the Odyssey Neo G9, a 57-inch beast that is the resolution equivalent of two 4K 16:9 monitors side-by-side.

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ShowsCEDIA 2023
CEDIA Expo 2023 Trends: Bigger, Better Speakers and Screens
Mark Henninger  |  Sep 14, 2023
Ready to discover the future of home entertainment? Dive into our in-depth analysis of CEDIA Expo 2023, where high-tech meets high performance. From in-wall speakers that redefine audio quality to colossal micro-LED video walls that are finally attainable, we've got the trends that are reshaping the industry. Plus, we explore how cutting-edge room correction tech is bringing the dream of ideal sound into every home.
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