Archive for the ‘Audio’ Category
Shure SRH840, SRH440 & SRH240 Headphones
Shure have just launched three new models, the SRH840, SRH440, and SRH240, of closed back studio and DJ headphones that have already been getting quite a bit of interest since news of the pricing was leaked on Head-Fi.org around May, 2009 ago.
Full size headphones is a new departure for Shure, as they are known best for their in-ear sound isolating earphones.
Initial user reviews suggest that the Shure SRH840 sound like a “Shure SE530 with sparklier treble”.
Toshiba D-VR8K DVD/VHS Video Recorder
Toshiba announces in Japan the D-VR8K DVD/VHS dual format video recorder. The devices records to DVD-R, DVD-RW, and VHS tapes and it supports playback of DVD, DVD-R/RW, CD-R/RW. It supports G-Code and does JPEG viewing. Toshiba D-VR8K DVD/VHS dual format video recorder be able to record VHS to DVD or DVD to VHS.
Kerchoonz KBox Audio Speaker System
The main selling point of the Kerchoonz KBox is the fact that it can literally turn any flat, solid surface into a speaker, featuring a very good bass response. And if you’re wondering just why the bass is so good, the answer is quite simple: the K-box uses high-intensity vibrations in order to generate sound, or, as the vendor puts it, patented “gel-audio” technology.
As mentioned above, this thing is quite compact, measuring around 115×55x20mm, which means that you probably won’t have any problems carrying it around in your backpack or even in your pocket.
Maverick’s Nica Bluetooth Headset Coming Soon
Maverick Lifestyle Corporation has announced that its new Nica bluetooth headset will be shipping this summer. The Nica is a compact open-air headsetheadset that can also double as a hands free device. The design of the device lacks a boom with a mic aiming at the users face. The open-air design also allows a larger speaker to be used and more comfort since nothing sticks into the ear canal.
eD A7-700 Subwoofer Contest
Elemental Designs plans to offer up one eD A7-700 Subwoofer for free to the final winner of the contest that will run from July 1st (yes two days ago) until July 14th 11:59 PM Central Time. All posts after that time frame will not count for qualification. And yeah, it will be shipped free to your house, as long as you live in the continental United States of America. For all other contest information including the final drawing, please visit the Contest Announcement.
Boston Acoustics SoundWare XS 5.1 Surround Loudspeaker System
The SoundWare XS 5.1 Loudspeaker System is an ultra-compact 5.1 speaker system that brings a new level of style and substance to the fast-growing surround sound home entertainment category. It allows users to enjoy rich, room-filling surround sound with their home entertainment systems, while complementing virtually any décor in a stylish yet subtle (even virtually unnoticeable, if desired) manner.











Altec Lansing Mix Boombox IMT800 Speakers
Altec Lansing presents the MIX iMT800 boombox for iPhone and iPod. The MIX is basically an iPod/iPhone speaker system with dual 1-inch horn-loaded. This phenomenal sound system claims to offer soaring volume with preeminent sound clarity. The magnificent MIX IMT800 digital Boombox comes equipped with specially engineered tweeters and two mild-range drivers.