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July 18, 2025
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From portable DACs to limited-edition turntables, luxury audio is evolving from a niche pursuit into a sector that values accessibility alongside performance.
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By Guy Hammett, Senior Market Analyst at Futuresource Consulting The last decade has brought an unassuming yet powerful evolution to high-end audio. While change in this sector can sometimes seem slow-moving, closer observation reveals a market that has steadily redefined itself. It is embracing new technologies, tapping into broader design methodologies, and understanding evolving consumer expectations.
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ASCENDO Infrasonic subwoofer and a musician
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By Todd Sutherland, Sutherland AV Marketing We all know that subwoofers play a crucial role in handling low-frequency content, and the presence of subwoofers in music playback systems is hardly a new concept. However, not all subwoofers are created equal, and their contributions to a music system can often leave music fans disappointed with the result.
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CEDIA Expo Update
Aqara, LiftMaster, Kii Audio, Neptune TV, and Core Lighting Group are among more than 50 new exhibitors.
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NKBA | KBIS CEO to join CEDIA CEO to unveil key insights.
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L-Acoustics debuts HYRISS technology for residential and marine soundscapes.
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New integration expands control and automation with advanced functionality for residential outdoor spaces.
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NJ Smart Homes & Theater converts to a Daisy franchise, focusing on video walls, home theater systems, game rooms, and simulators.
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Event takes place October 28-30, 2025, in Carlsbad, California.
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Living room with Nice Premium Toolless Speakers
By Anthony Savona With more than 30 years in business, Naturally Wired’s owner Todd Sandler has seen plenty in terms of home consumer trends and technology changes. So, when he saw Nice’s new Premium Toolless Speakers at CEDIA Expo last year — and the aggressive dealer pricing plan that came along with them — he saw an opportunity for his business and his clients.
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By Jeff Shaw, Chief Product Officer, Nice North America In professional AV integration, where time, precision, and consistency all carry equal weight, even modest improvements in workflow can significantly impact project success. Architectural speakers — installed flush in ceilings and walls — may appear simple to end users, but for integrators, these components often present real challenges, particularly during installation.
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A villa in Ibiza that uses L-Acoustics speakers
Concept Installations delivers a high-performance L-Acoustics-based sound system for an Ibiza villa, exceeding the homeowner’s requirements.
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