Surround Processor
Audio Design Associates www.ada-usa.com
The ADA 6.1 Surround Processor enhances the Dolby Digital 5.1 or DTS 5.1 surround-sound experience by sending all mono-rear channel information to an actual speaker or to multiple speakers. Any 5.1-encoded movie, DSS broadcast or music software benefits from the effect at a relatively inexpensive price.

Multichannel Amps
B & K Components www.bkcomp.com
The Reference 7250 5-channel and Reference 7260 6-channel amplifiers are rated at 200 watts per channel into 8 ohms and 375 watts into 4 ohms. Designed using high-capacity torodial transformers, 1% metal film resistors and high-current computer grade electrolytic power supply capacitors, the amps operate on a class-A pre-driver and AB high current MOSFET power output stages. Frequency response is 5 Hz to 45 kHz. Input sensitivity is 1.4 volts; and input impedance is 33.2 k-ohms.

Power Amplifiers
Crest Audio www.crestaudio.com
Crest’s CPX Series power amplifiers offer built-in defeatable GCL™ clip limiting, low-pass filters (18 dB per octave at 80 Hz) and electronic crossovers with direct outputs. The CPX900 provides 450 watts per channel at 2 ohms, 900 watts at 4 ohms with bridged mono. The CPX1500 produces 750 watts per channel at 2 ohms (1500 watts at 4 ohms, bridged mono). The CPX2600 has 1300 watts per channel at 2 ohms (2600 watts at 4 ohms, bridged mono). Each operates at 20 Hz to 20 kHz.

Speaker/Mic Module
HAI www.homeauto.com
The HAI speaker/microphone module allows homeowners to listen in on home activities by accessing the system from a remote phone, allows the operator of a central station to talk to or listen to people and sounds after an alarm, and allows for paging and announcements from an in-home telephone. An optional two-way audio module lets the system announce the type of alarm (burglary, fire, etc.) and zone (front door, hallway, etc.); and it can deliver customized messages such as "trash-night" reminders. Available in surface- or flush-mounted versions, it is suitable for outdoor use in weather-protected areas.

Power Amplifier
Hafler www.hafler.com
The Hafler SR2600 transonova Diamond amplifier is said to combine the linearity of Class A and the headroom of Class B designs, with a Class-G output stage for improved efficiency and lower heat. Features include variable-speed, dual-fan cooling, switching-power-supply constant power at 2/4/8 ohms or 70/100 volts, and balanced XLR and 1/4-inch inputs. The 2-rackspace SR2600 delivers 600 watts per channel (at 8/4/2 ohms) or 1200 watts bridged mono into 4- or 8-ohm loads. Weight is 32 lbs.

Combination Deck
JVC www.jvc.com
The new XL-R5000BK 3-CD and 1-CD recording and rewritable combination deck comes with a triple-tray changer, mix-in-voice from microphone, and optical digital or line jacks. Options include creating CD-to-CD-R/RW synchronous recordings, 2-times high-speed recording, 1-disc recording and 1-track recording for mixing, and an edit recording function where up to 32 steps can be entered for listening or programming. Pitch control is ±12%. It is compatible with JVC products that offer Compu Link capability.

Preamp/Processor
Krell www.krellonline.com
The centerpiece of Krell’s HEAT™—High End Audio Theater—system concept is the Home Theater Standard surround preamp/processor. A preamp mode with an analog input passthrough allows the HTS to operate as an analog-only preamp when desired. Meanwhile, system interfaces include RS-232, RC-5 baseband, 12-volt trigger interfaces, and now PHAST Link communications (a Panja Partner Program standard) that uses TCP/IP technology to provide control of networked components. HTS is also I2P certified for compatibility with Crestron home automation systems. With a host of utilities and features, the Home Theater Standard is compatible with Dolby Digital, Dolby Pro Logic and DTS surround modes.

Integrated Amplifier
Krell www.krellonline.com
Add to Krell’s HEAT system the KAV-300iL integrated amplifier with a power output of 200 watts per channel into 8 ohms. The KAV-300iL employs eight output and four driver devices per channel. The voltage gain stages use Krell Current Mode™ discrete Class-A, direct coupled circuitry. The power supply features an 800VA toroidal transformer with 55K microfarads of filter capacitance. Both balanced and single-ended inputs are provided for compatibility with source components, and Krell’s Theater Throughput™ mode simplifies integration into home theater systems. Remote control is included.

Digital Audio Server
Lansonic www.lansonic.com
Able to store up to 2100 hours of music on its internal drives, the DAS-750ML with MusicLoader™ is a digital music server that works with many commercial CD changers to record up to 400 CDs in one session without using a separate computer. CDID™ technology recognizes album, artist and song title and displays this information on the front panel. The MusicLoader uses a Control-A1-type interface to put the CD changer under the control of the DAS, allowing the DAS to select a disc, start and stop play, and transfer digital-audio data via SPDIF digital interconnection. The DAS-750M-30 has a 30GB internal drive (525 hours of music); DAS-750MO-60, a 60GB drive (1050 hours); and the DAS-750ML-120, two 60GB drives (2100 hours).

Amplifier
Marantz www.marantzamerica.com
The MM-9000 A/V power amplifier is a THX-Ultra certified, 5-channel amp designed for home theater surround sound systems. It sends 150 watts into 8 ohms for each of its five channels and is suited for Dolby Digital and DTS discrete 5.1-channel movie soundtracks and music discs. Oversized toroidal power transformers with high-capacity electrolytic power capacitors drive sound and loud volumes while internal components are high-quality for good signal purity. Rear-panel d-bus connectors allow the MM-9000 to interface with other Marantz components. Other features include LED peak-level indicators, rear-panel AC-outlet and banana-plug compatible speaker terminals for audiophile-quality speaker cables.

Digital Surround Processor/Multimedia Controller
Meridian Audio Ltd. www.meridian-audio.com
Two new products from Meridian, the Meridian 568 and the Meridian 562V.2, enhance each other in the home theater. The 568 digital surround processor delivers stereo and multichannel surround, plus decoding of all surround formats via up to eight channels. It can be configured using a PC or with simple front-panel control. The 562V.2 is a multimedia controller to complement the 568. It expands the 568 to 12 digital and eight analog inputs, plus 10 video inputs comprised of six and four composite/S-video. When used as a system, the 568/562V.2 is simple to install and configure. When fully configured, each source (when selected) automatically recalls a default program that incorporates the listener’s choice of surround decoding or processing options, and fine tuning of balance and channel levels, delays, bass and mid/treble tilt.

Digital Pre Amp Processor
Myriad www.artech-electronics.com
Designed to sit at the heart of a home theater and music surround system, the MDP500 puts digital signal processing into an elegant chassis. It handles Dolby® Digital and DTS and will adapt to future standards. There is a 7.1-channel direct analog input for DVD-Audio and future multichannel sources as well. Controls are designed for intuitive use, and a display screen gives full information. Inputs are: 9 stereo analog, 7.1 multi-channel analog, 6 digital (four co-ax, two optical), and 6 video (all composite and S-video). Outputs are: 3 stereo tape record (one loop), 7.1 multichannel analog, 1 digital (optical), 2 video (composite and S-video), 1 S-video without OSD. The unit also includes two My-Link input/output, three 12V DC-trigger output, RS0232 control input and more.

A/V Receiver
NAD www.nadelectronics.com
The T760 Dolby Digital and DTS A/V Receiver has a 60-watt power output to all five channels. It includes five A/V inputs (two with S-video) and four audio-only options, as well as three digital inputs. Features include simple onscreen display, 30 programmable presets for FM stations and 10 presets for AM stations. Input sensitivity for mono is 16.1 dBf, for stereo it’s 36.1 dBF. Frequency response is 30 Hz to 15 kHz ±1.5 dB. It is 17.125 inches wide by 5.188 inches high by 13.75 inches deep and weighs 35.9 pounds.

Home Theater Receivers
Onkyo www.onkyousa.com
Onkyo’s first home theater receivers use Dolby’s Pro Logic II processor for 5.1-channel surround sound, even from older audio sources like videotapes, cable TV receivers and LPs. The TX-DS494 features S-video connection capabilities and a preprogrammed remote control. The TX-DS595 and high-end TX-DS696 offer A-Form listening-mode memory for storing and recalling processing modes selected for each input. All three models have 5-channel amplifiers, rated from the 494 to the 696 at 55 watts, 75 watts and 100 watts per channel into 8 ohms. The receivers’ front panels are made from aircraft-grade stock, with black, brushed-aluminum front panels.

Tuner
Parasound www.parasound.com
At half the width, depth, and height of a conventional audio component, Parasound’s TDQ-150 AM/FM tuner has a stereo signal-to-noise ratio over 74 dB, 50 dB stereo separation, 60dB AM suppression and a capture ratio of 1 dB. It has a remote control and rear-panel remote infrared connector that allows it to interface with many home automation technologies. It has a total of 30 presets, and long-term memory retains present stations for up to 30 days without AC power. The TDQ-150 weighs 4 pounds.

AC Socket
PS Audio www.psaudio.com
The Power Port, PS Audio’s first AC socket designed for home A/V systems, is a custom-built, hospital-grade, 15- and 20-amp receptacle with isolated grounds. The socket is designed to deposit 15 layers of hand-polished nickel plating over machined brass, which helps maintain the system by reducing surface pitting and eliminating oxidation and corrosion. It is also fully isolated.

Stereo Receiver
Rotel www.rotel.com
The RX-975 audio/video stereo receiver is based on an intentionally over-designed power supply based on a toroidal transformer rated at 600 VA. Two low-ESR 12,000 µf storage capacitors and precision high-current regulators form the rest of the power supply. The RX-975 sends out 100 watts per channel into 8 ohms. With pre-out/main-in RCA-type terminals, it accommodates up to 10 sources with eight line-level inputs and one RIAA-equalized high-quality phono input for either a magnetic or high-output moving coil cartridge. Five A/V inputs with composite video capability, an A/V "record out," and a separate video monitor output are also included, along with 30 programmable presets and several tuning modes.

Power Amplifier
Tsunami Technologies www.tsunamitechnologies.com
Similar to Tsunami’s SMPS-based HQ-2002S, the HQ-3.4 power amplifier is capable of more than 1800 watts of power per channel at 2 ohms. The HQ-3.4 uses a conventional power supply and features efficient class H output amplification, in-rush current protection, DC, temperature and over current.

CD Changers
Yamaha www.yamaha.com
Featuring new Yamaha styling, the CDC-585 and CDC-685 play CDs, CD-Rs and CD-RWs. Both models have CD text compatibility, peak search, optical output; and both let the user swap out four discs while the fifth is being played. Both have CD Synchro Start, peak search and index search, 40-track random access programmability, 4-mode repeat play, Intro Scan, four DACs, S-bit technology and Intelligent Digital Servo operation. The DCD-685 has a remote-controllable headphone jack, digital and variable analog output ports, and I/O remote control terminals for custom installation.

Speakers

Multichannel Speaker System
Atlantic Technology www.atlantictechnology.com
New from Atlantic Technology, the System T 90 includes dedicated center, left and right front, and surround speakers, plus a 150-watt powered subwoofer. Its five satellites are two-way, acoustic-suspension speakers with 5.25-inch woofer/midrange and a titanium-coated, molded graphite cone. The center-channel speaker has a titling base and features high-frequency level control. The surround speakers incorporate a single forward-firing woofer/midrange and two phase-compensated, side-firing, wide-dispersion tweeters. Finally, the T 90 PBM subwoofer comes with a custom-built, 12-inch-long throw driver, a treated cellulose composite cone, and a large magnetically shielded motor. Power for the T 90 PBM is supplied by a 150-watt Class-G amp.

Floor-Standing Speakers
Canton www.canton.de
Part of Canton’s Karat Series, the M 50 DC and M 70 DC (pictured) floor-standing speakers are equipped with gold-plated bi-wiring connectors. Each speaker in the series has an aluminum membrane midrange for high pulse velocity and good overload tolerance. An optimized Canton aluminum-manganese dome tweeter is used for the high-frequency range. The M 50 DC is 6.7 inches wide by 42.5 inches high by 13.8 inches deep. The M 70 DC is 6.7 inches wide by 47.2 inches high by 15 inches deep.

Active Subwoofer
Genelec www.genelec.com
Genelec’s 1093A active subwoofer has a frequency response of 18 Hz to 85 Hz ±3 dB from one 10-inch driver. The driver is housed in a compact, 41-liter cabinet and can create SPLs of 112 dB at 1 meter. Features include low distortion levels, a 6.1 bass management system, a built-in calibration tone generator, LF response control, driver protection and a bypass function. The enclosure is 21 by 12.5 by 23 inches and weighs 57 pounds.

Active Monitoring System
Genelec www.genelec.com
The S30D is a 24-bit/96kHz monitor system that accepts digital signals with a word length of up to 24 bits and sampling rates up to 100 kHz. Within the system, each three-way enclosure has an 8-inch woofer loaded in a vented cabinet for accurate frequency response down to 36 Hz; a 4-inch mid-frequency cone driver in a cast alloy aluminum housing; and a ribbon tweeter with a moving mass of 32 mg and a frequency response up to 50 kHz. Other features include selectable D-to-A gain settings, a digital loop through, and fast, low-distortion amplifiers.

Loudspeakers
Infinity www.infinitysystems.com
A family of high-end home theater and stereo loudspeakers, the Intermezzo Series includes the Intermezzo 4.1t floor-standing speaker (pictured), 2.6 bookshelf speakers, 3.5c center-channel speaker and 1.2s subwoofer. Each uses Infinity’s Ceramic Metal Matrix Diaphragm™ driver technology for ultra-low mass and high rigidity. The 4.1t has an integrated 12-inch, 850-watt RMS subwoofer and a separate LFE input with level control to accept the LFE output from a Dolby Digital/DTS home theater receiver. The 2.6 has a built-in 250-watt RMS amp and a switchable 80Hz high-pass filter. The 3.5 has a built-in 250-watt RMS amp with dual 5.25-inch woofers, a 3.5-inch midrange driver and high-power 1-inch tweeter. The 1.2s has an 850-watt RMS amplifier with peaks over 2000 watts, which operates with a 12-inch C.M.M.D. woofer for bass to below 24 Hz.

Speakers
Jamo www.jamospeakers.com
The X 8 Series consists of two floor-standing speakers (X 850 and X 870), a center speaker (X 8CEN), a compact main/surround speaker (X 830), and a 200-watt powerered subwoofer (X 8 SUB). Jamo’s proprietary anti-resonance compound comprises the front baffles. As an example of performance, the X 870, a 3-way bass-reflex speaker with a 10-inch woofer, two 6.5-inch mid-range drivers and a 1-inch tweeter has a sensitivity of 91 dB at 1 meter and a max SPL of 111 dB. Frequency response is 32 to 20,000 Hz; power is 200 watts long-term, 280 watts short-term with an impedance of 4 ohms. Jamo’s Web site has a list of all speaker specs under the product section.

Speakers
Jamo www.jamospeakers.com
The slim the E 8 Series are available in beech, cherry or black ash enclosures made of resonance-free MDF board between 19 and 22 mm thick. E 870 and E 850 are for large rooms, while the E 800 is for smaller roomers. The surround add-on, E 8ADD, goes with all three loudspeakers. The 11-pound E 800 is a 2-way bass-reflex speaker with a 5.5-inch woofer and a 1-inch tweeter. It runs 100/140 watts (long-term/short-term) through 4 ohms impedance for a sensitivity of 88 dB and a frequency response of 45 to 20,000 Hz.

Loudspeaker System
Krell www.krellonline.com
Including models for high-end stereo music systems and high-end multichannel home theater systems, the Lossless Acoustic Transducer Series features aluminum construction and separate crossover assemblies for each driver. The LAT-1 has a frequency response of 28 Hz to 25 kHz ±3 dB and system sensitivity of 91 dB SPL at 1 meter with 1 watt input. The LAT-C front-center loudspeaker’s frequency response is 50 Hz to 25 kHz ±3 dB, also with 91 db SPL. The LAT-S subwoofer operates at 20 to 150 Hz ±3 dB. The LAT-3 three-way speaker has 38 Hz to 25 kHz ±3 dB and 88db SPL. And, the LAT-2 offers 40 Hz to 24 kHz ±3 dB, 90dB SPL.

Center-Channel Speaker
Meridian Audio Ltd. www.meridian-audio.com
The DSP5500HC uses digital active loudspeaker technology in a center-channel speaker. It has four drivers: dual 8-inch woofers, a 6.5-inch midrange and a 1-inch aluminum-dome tweeter. Each driver is amplified by a dedicated, onboard power-amp channel at 75 watts. The DSP5500HC also comes with four 96kHz/24-bit digital-to-analog converters and two independent S/P-DIF-format digital inputs. Frequency response in-room is within 3 dB from 35 Hz to over 20 kHz. It has greater than 112 dB SPL at 1 meter on music material; and noise is less than 15 dB SPL.

Flat Panel Speakers
Millennium Enterprises www.millennium-enterprises.com
The FSP-600 speakers feature a transducer mounted to a specially constructed, rigid panel that vibrates to create full-range, smooth frequency response without an enclosure. The flat panel speakers are 16 by 22 inches and can be covered with photographs or posters to match the décor of a room. The FPS-600s include a snap-in frame design to easily change the photo or poster. Frame sets are available in black, pine and cherry.

Surround Speaker
Miller & Kreisel www.mksound.com
Based on M & K’s Tripole design, the K-4 surround speaker measures 7.375 by 6 by 6.375 inches. It has 2.5-inch dipole drivers, a 1-inch neodymium tweeter and a 4-inch woofer; and it has the same look as the K-5, K-7 and K-9. This speaker also uses M & K’s phase focused crossover.

Indoor/Outdoor Loudspeaker
Niles Audio Corporation www.nilesaudio.com
There are two new weather-resistant loudspeakers from Niles: the OS10SI (pictured) and the OS25. The OS10SI has a 5-inch dual voice coil woofer and two 1-inch ElastoDynamic® dome tweeters. It comes in white or black. The OS25 woofer is made with the new 6.5-inch injection-molded TCC cone, a high-power BL magnet and a vented pole piece to prevent non-linear distortion. Both units are housed in polypropylene cabinets with rustproof aluminum grilles and fitted with adjustable mounting brackets.

Ceiling-Mount Speaker
Niles Audio Corporation www.nilesaudio.com
For use in a variety of custom applications, the CM800SI performance stereo input ceiling-mounted loudspeakers are 8 inches high, have dual tweeters and an 8-inch dual voice coil woofer. They are circular, weather-resistant speakers that fit easily into small spaces. Features include brass and stainless steel hardware, gold-plated connection terminals, a rustproof aluminum MicroPerf™ grille and a flip-tab mounting system for easy installation.

Outdoor Speakers
Parasound www.parasound.com
The Outsiders line of loudspeakers is designed for use near pools, decks and patios, or indoors. The Outsiders S (small) and Outsiders L (large) provide high-quality sound while withstanding weather conditions. They are made with Kevlar woofer cones with phase plugs, aluminum dome tweeters, a refined crossover circuit and new mounting brackets. Both Outsiders have two-way designs with 4.5-inch and 5.25-inch woofers respectively.

In-Wall Speakers
Parasound www.parasound.com
Parasound’s Precision Architectural Loudspeaker line consists of five full-range in-wall speakers, one in-wall subwoofer and three ceiling speakers. The PAL-380 (shown) and PAL-360 are three-way speakers with 8-inch and 6-inch woofers respectively. The 1-inch aluminum dome tweeter and 2-inch soft-dome dual-chamber midrange are mounted in an isolated sub-baffle that pivots 15?. Key features of the line include Kevlar woofers, multi-layer polyurethane surrounds, powerful motors, and crossover networks with glass epoxy circuit boards and high-resolution inductors and capacitors. It has 3-position treble controls, 2-position mid-bass adjustment and 3-position midrange controls,which allow the installer to tailor the sound to the room. Read information on the Pal 2-ways, subwoofer and ceiling speakers online.

Speakers
Phase Technology www.phasetech.com
The Teatro 7.5 is a floor-standing speaker system set into a rosewood cabinet with a full-range frequency response of 38 Hz to 20 kHz and a sensitivity of 90 dB. It incorporates a 7-inch, long-throw polypropylene woofer midrange with a butyl-rubber surround, and a 1-inch, soft-dome tweeter. With dimensions of 36.5 inches high by 8.25 inches wide by 11 inches deep, they are available laminates, are rosewood or black ash.

Speakers
PSB Speakers www.psbspeakers.com
PSB expands its Stratus Series with a new powered subwoofer, the Stratus SubSonic 7, and two center-channel systems, the Stratus C5i and Stratus C6i. The subwoofer employs a 15-inch driver coupled to an amplifier that delivers 330 watts RMS, 600 watts dynamic, and 1200 watts dynamic peak in an acoustic-suspension enclosure. The C5i and C6i each contain a pair of 1-inch neodymium-magnet, aluminum-dome tweeters with the Stratus phase plug. In the former, the tweeters are couples with dual 5.25-inch polypropylene-cone, rubber-surrounded woofers; in the latter, the woofers measure 6.5 inches each.

In-Wall Speakers
PSB Speakers www.psbspeakers.com
The CustomSound line of in-wall speakers feature Split-Ring™ backframes and Slide-On™ mounting bars, designed to accommodate both new construction and retrofit installations. Elongated mounting holes allow adjustments. These models, the M6x6.1, M6x1, M6.1R, and M6.1S, use 6-1/2-inch polypropylene-cone, rubber-surround woofers and 1-inch, aluminum-dome swivel tweeters. All include front-mounted EQ switches with high and low positions. See more specs at PSB’s Web site.

In-Wall Loudspeakers
Sonance www.sonance.com
The Sonance Cinema.5 is a THX-certified in-wall loudspeaker, good for use in smaller spaces. It has a frequency response of 80 Hz to 20 kHz ±3 dB and a sensitivity of 90 dB. Power handling for the "dot five" is 5 to 100 watts, with an impedance of 6 ohms nominal and 4 ohms minimum. Sonance also offers the Cinema.5.SUR, a surround system with 6.5-inch woofer and dual 2-inch tweeters with polypropylene cones. Its frequency response is 55 Hz to 20 kHz ±3 dB at 5 to 75 watts of power. Sensitivity is 89 dB. Impedance is 8 ohms nominal and 7 ohms minimum.

Surround Speaker
Snell www.snellacoustics.com
Snell’s SR 30mp multipattern surround-channel speaker is switchable between diffuse-field and direct-field modes. It has a matrixed pair of cross-firing 3.5-inch midranges, a single top-loaded 6.5-inch woofer and three 1-inch aluminum-dome tweeters. The woofer has extended response to below 60 Hz. The SR 30mp ensures performance within 0.5 dB of its master reference and is available in black or white satin-texture finishes. It is 16 inches high by 16.25 inches wide by 8.25 inches deep.

Bookshelf Monitor Speaker System
Westlake Audio www.westlakeaudio.com
Westlake’s three-way bookshelf Lc3w10 monitor speaker system is 12.25 inches wide by 21.5 inches high by 13.375 inches deep. Its components are a 10-inch polypropylene woofer, a 5-inch midrange and 0.75-inch tweeter with a power handling capacity of 80 watts. Sensitivity is 88 dB at 1 meter for 2.83 volts input. Frequency response is 42 Hz to 20 kHz; and impedance is 5 ohms nominal, 3 ohms minimum with dual banana, five-way binding posts and bi-wire/bi-amp capability.

Bookshelf Speakers
Yamaha www.yamaha.com
The NS-6390 three-way and NS5290 two-way speakers come with a black finish. The NS-6395 and the NS-5295 come in birch. The NS-6390 (6395) has an 8-inch hi-polymer coated woofer, 4-inch coated midrange and 0.75-inch ferro-fluid-cooled,balanced dome tweeter. It has a power handling of 70 watts nominal and 140 watts music power. The frequency range is 45 Hz to 20 kHz, with a sensitivity of 91 dB/2.83 volts at 1 meter. The NS-5290 (5295) has a 6.5-inch hi-polymer coated woofer with inverted dust cap and a 0.75-inch ferro-fluid-cooled balanced dome tweeter. Its frequency range is 60 Hz to 20 kHz, with nominal power handing capability of 30 watts (60 watts of music power). The sensitivity for the NS-5250 is 90 dB/2.83 volts at 1 meter.