Archives for 2003

Onkyo NC-500 Net-Tune Ethernet Client (Receiver)

Break free of computer rooms and portable digital players with Onkyo's Net-Tune Ethernet 'stereo receiver' technology

Onkyo is positioning its Net-Tune® technology as an easy-to-use home audio network that delivers audio from PCs and digital media files to hi-fi stereo and home theater systems. Net-Tune is available as a compact ‘stereo receiver’ component, the NC-500, priced at $400 (US) by itself, or $500 (US) in a compact stand-alone package with speakers. Net-Tune capability is also provided on the Onkyo TX-NR900, its full-featured 7.1-channel home theater A/V receiver ($1,500 US).

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Mission fs1 Home Theater Loudspeaker System

Mission's fs1 system offers a high-technology, high-style alternative to traditional box-type home theater speakers

Mission’s fs1 home theater loudspeaker system received the Innovations 2003 Design and Engineering Award from the Consumer Electronics Association (CEA). The 5.1-channel integrated loudspeaker system opens up a myriad of possibilities for apartment dwellers and homeowners who want to enjoy the complete home theater experience in any size room. The ultra-compact design does away with speaker cabinets altogether, replacing them with elegant, slim-profile sound panels based on NXT flat-panel technology. The panels fit snugly on walls or atop slender tower-like stands, along with a uniquely-designed powered subwoofer.

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GlobalTuner InTune 200 Internet Radio

UK-based PDT developed this affordable device that allows you to listen to PC-based audio anywhere in your home

Unlike expensive broadband solutions, the InTune 200 is wireless and portable. It does not require a hard-wired network connection. You can listen to the Web radio, MP3 files, or other PC-based music of your choice, in the location of your choice, with a range of up to 300 ft.

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Energy Connoisseur C-C3 Reference Center Channel Speaker

Energy adds a new multi-purpose L/C/R model to the Connoisseur Series for installers

Energy’s new C-C3 is a three way design with dual 2″ midrange drivers in a custom array, allowing either vertical or horizontal placement. The speaker has been designed with custom installation in mind, to serve as either a reference center channel, or in a L/C/R arrangement in the front three channels, with accompanying Connoisseur Series rear channel products and a subwoofer of choice.

Available in February 2003, suggested retail $600 (US) each, in either Black Ash or Canadian Maple/Silver.

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Bel Canto PRePro Home Theater Preamp/Processor

The PRePro is optimized to supply Bel Canto's acclaimed eVo™ amps the performance and flexibility they deserve

Bel Canto demonstrated their new reference component for home theater – the PRePro is an audiophile-grade preamp/processor, engineered to give you total control of all your audio and video sources. From PCM to 7.1 channel audio, the PRePro continues Bel Canto Design’s history of combining the finest components, craftsmanship and new ideas.

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