Yamaha unveils the newest models of its flagship line of network AV receivers, the AVENTAGE RX-A830 and RX-A730. Like their predecessors, these models push the company's "Powered by Music" philosophy to new heights, and exemplify Yamaha's rich tradition of marrying the art and science of sound with a craftsman's passion and precision to deliver superior entertainment experiences to consumers. The RX-A830 and RX-A730 deliver high performance, intuitive control and easy connectivity for those seeking to get the most enjoyment out of music, movies, TV, sports and games…

Yamaha today introduced the A-S2100 integrated amplifier and CD-S2100 CD/SACD player. These elegantly styled components utilize the company’s signature natural sound profile to deliver the truest audio reproduction and superior music experiences.

Both models feature advanced original circuitry that eliminates signal loss for the delivery of dynamic audio when listening to any genre of music. These units maintain the classic Yamaha Hi-Fi-style and many of the state-of-the-art features of the company’s flagship A-S3000 and CD-S3000 models — true statement pieces designed to excite the most discerning audiophiles…

Polk is now delivering its new top-of-the-line reference SurroundBar 9000 Instant Home Theater (IHT), illustrating how a sleek new single-cabinet multichannel speaker can deliver a home theater experience that belies its price point.

Originally announced earlier this year and first demonstrated at the 2012 CEDIA Expo, the SurroundBar 9000 IHT and its accompanying wireless subwoofer (included) feature an array of proprietary Polk Audio technologies to create a truly enveloping listening experience.

“Nobody knows sound bar design better than Polk, but even we are blown away by the output of the SurroundBar 9000, says Polk Product Line Manager Al Baron…

Panasonic today announced pricing and availability for the 2012 lineup of home audio products including Compact Stereo Systems, Full HD 3D Blu-ray Disc™ Home Theaters, DVD Home Theaters and Home Theater Systems. The new 2012 lineup of audio and home theater products are developed to offer users design-oriented products that enhance the home entertainment experience and produce superior sound quality…

Panasonic today unveiled a new slim bar home theater speaker system, model SC-HTB520 which neatly mounts on a wall by a TV and offers an easy to install, stylish alternative to a home theater sound system. The SC-HTB520 supports Stream Out for 3D image signals and Audio Return Channel, making it easy to configure a FULL HD 3D home theater system by combining it with a 3D Blu-ray Disc player and 3D VIERA TV. The SC-HTB520 ideally matches large panel displays 42-inches and above and includes a separate, wireless Down Firing subwoofer…

Panasonic today announced the launch of its first fully wireless home theater audio system made for Full HD 3D. The new SC-ZT2 can transmit Full HD 3D signals from the Full HD 3D Blu-ray Disc Player to the Full HD 3D TV, without the need for speaker cables. With the SC-ZT2, home theater enthusiasts, including those with 3D theater systems, can do away with speaker cables and arrange speakers throughout the room without worrying about tripping hazards or unsightly cables crossing the floor.

The SC-ZT2 is compatible with Audio Return Channel (ARC), which allows receiving audio signal from the TV through a single HDMI cable…

Panasonic today announced pricing of its new slim bar home theater speaker system, SC-HTB520, which will be available next month. The elegant system neatly mounts on a wall by a TV and offers an easy-to-install, stylish alternative to a conventional home theater sound system. The SC-HTB520 supports Stream Out for 3D image signals and Audio Return Channel, making it easy to configure a FULL HD 3D home theater system by combining it with a 3D Blu-ray Disc player and 3D VIERA TV. The SC-HTB520 ideally matches large panel displays 42-inches and above and includes a separate, wireless Down Firing subwoofer…

Pioneer today introduced the SP-SB03 Speaker Base TV Audio System, designed by legendary speaker engineer Andrew Jones to deliver excellent full-range sound performance and replace the audio that comes from the small low-powered speakers built into today’s flat panel televisions. Built for the majority of consumers who keep their flat panel TVs/monitors on a stand rather than hung using a wall mount, the Speaker Base is made to provide an enhanced home audio experience through a single point audio source by simply placing the television on top and using a one-cable connection…

Samsung today announced the availability of new premium products incorporating vacuum tube amplifiers that offer rich, harmonious sound qualities. The Samsung DA-E750 Audio Dock (SRP: $799.99), Samsung HT-E6500W Blu-ray 3D 5.1 Home Theater System (SRP: $799.99) and Samsung HT-E6730W Blu-ray 3D 7.1 Home Theater System (SRP: $999.99) will be shipping this spring in the U.S. With these products, Samsung also underscores its commitment to extend its leadership in audio products with premium offerings.

New in 2012, Samsung’s patented vacuum tube amplifier technology allows audio enthusiasts to enjoy music the way it was meant to be heard…

Today, Bose introduces two new SoundLink wireless speakers, the SoundLink Air digital music system, its first-ever Apple AirPlay-enabled product, and the SoundLink Bluetooth Mobile speaker II, an update of the original and now iconic SoundLink Mobile speaker. Whether streaming music via a home wireless network to the SoundLink Air system, or streaming from a mobile device using Bluetooth technology to the SoundLink Mobile speaker II, clear and powerful sound is delivered from Bose — wirelessly. Both systems will be available worldwide beginning on September 13, 2012…