Simaudio Ltd. proudly introduces the MOON CP-8 Surround Preamplifier / Processor, one of our newest additions to the MOON Evolution series. A genuine flagship Surround Preamplifier/Processor, the MOON CP-8 is aimed at the uncompromising enthusiast without price constraints. Designed with sound quality first and foremost in mind, the CP-8 provides a previously unimagineable level of sonic purity and realism from an audio/video product.

Simaudio Ltd. proudly introduces the MOON MC-8 Multi-channel power amplifier, one of our newest additions to the MOON Evolution series. Available in configurations from 2 to 7 channels, the MOON MC-8 was designed with one overwhelming goal in mind: uncompromising reproduction of both the massive dynamics and awe inspiring sonics that accompany today's uncompressed multi-channel audio recordings (Blu-Ray). To accomplish this feat and the numerous engineering challenges that go with it, a whole new approach to the design of multi-channel amplification was required.

Harman Kardon, Inc., becomes the first company to announce the inclusion of Dolby® Volume technology from Dolby Laboratories in an audio/video receiver. The new Harman Kardon® AVR 7550HD A/V receiver is a state-of-the-art home entertainment component that incorporates a host of industry-leading innovations, including Dolby Volume, which improves the listening experience by leveling the volume from any source and program material, while maintaining optimum sound quality at any listening level.  

The AVR 7550HD is also the first receiver to utilize Texas Instruments Incorporated’s (TI) newest DA710 audio digital signal processor (DSP) in a dual-DSP implementation, which provides unprecedented processing capability and multichannel audio performance.

Arcam chose the CEDIA Expo in Denver to announce the results of its most complex design project ever - the AVR600. Built to meet the challenges of an HD world head-on, the AVR600 sets new standards of fidelity for a home cinema receiver with an all new ultra low distortion power amplifier design, married to state of the art audio processing and video scaling.

The AVR600’s discrete styling hides a huge seven channel, 120wpc power amplifier and some of the most advanced audio and video processing ever seen in a high performance AV receiver. Arcam has built a world-class reputation for phenomenal audio and video performance through meticulous engineering and finely honed design expertise.The AVR600 AV receiver represents a tour-de-force of Arcam’s design skill and technical prowess. While most receivers are designed to provide an overwhelming list of specifications but are short on outright performance, the AVR600 is focused on the complete experience. Never before has an AV receiver delivered such a fine balance of state of the art sound and video processing backed up by an all encompassing technical specification.

Sony introduced new ES A/V receiver with a CAT5e port, allowing it to provide high-definition video to a second room.

The STR-DA6400ES (and STR-DA5400ES, announced earlier) model offer second room high-definition video and audio distribution via CAT5e wiring. The CAT5e output shared by both models provides an inexpensive option in sharing HD video in a second room.

STR-DA6400ES features an extra CAT5e input and is Digital Life Network Alliance (DLNA) compliant. The combination makes the STR-DA6400ES Sony's first network A/V receiver. Now there is a Sony A/V receiver that can stream music, photos and video from a DLNA-compliant PC plus it can access online music content from Rhapsody® and Shoutcast® Internet Radio without a PC.

Digital leader and Mr. Mark Levinson create newest home theatre with stylish design and luxurious listening experience.

LG Electronics, a global leader and technology innovator in consumer electronics, announced the next step in their partnership with world-renowned audio guru Mr. Mark Levinson, to create and fine-tune an entertainment product that will set new standards in sound quality and excellence. To maximise sound quality, its loudspeakers feature multiple drivers in parabolic housings, each with a tapered integrated pedestal. This improved sound quality, along with LG’s exclusive VSM(Virtual Sound Matrix) Pro technology, allows consumers to enjoy the ultimate surround sound experience when watching movies, TV or listening to music. With VSM Pro technology, HT953TV uses five virtual speakers to produce a 10.1 channel sound effect and enhances the sound quality without any distortion or exaggeration of the original sound.

STR-DA5400ES: A flagship AV receiver designed for today’s HD entertainment – and the future

The STR-DA5400ES AV receiver sits at the top of the new ES receiver range, and is designed to form the heart of a total entertainment system. Compatible with all the latest high-definition audio and video formats, it can handle the most complex systems, thanks to no fewer than six HDMI inputs and two outputs, enabling owners to connect to both a BRAVIA LCD TV for everyday use and a home cinema projector for those big movie events, and switch between them at the push of a button.

As well as having built-in decoders for Dolby TrueHD, Dolby Digital Plus and DTS-HD Master Audio, the STR-DA5400ES can accept eight-channel Linear PCM over HDMI, and even the DSD format native to Super Audio CD, enabling it to give excellent results with video and music discs alike. The H.A.T.S. for HDMI transfer system, used when DSD data is passed to this receiver from the new SCD-XA5400ES player, ensures the very best sound quality from Super Audio CD music.

• New system provides state of the art Blu-ray Disc home theatre with new High-Definition audio codecs
• Super-slim speakers with drive-units just 16mm wide
• Sound with style: Speakers on floor stands, desktop or wall-mounted – plus wireless rear channels
• Two HDMI input terminals allow users to experience external sources through the system, including High-Definition surround sound and vision
• Simple set-up and operation with Digital Cinema Auto Calibration and BRAVIA Sync

Philips has found a new way to put a complete home theater system into another surprising form factor without compromising on quality: The Philips CinemaOne (http://www.philips.com/ambisound) combines a DVD and CD player, an iPod dock, a five channel amplifier, six speakers, and a subwoofer all into a single stylish box of the size of a football, This small, stylish all-in-one home cinema system is the perfect fit for small spaces and budgets.

Measuring just 27.3 x 17.2 x 27.3cm (wxhxd) the Philips CinemaOne surprises with a great surround sound experience caused by six precisely angled speakers which are positioned around the body of the CinemaOne. The 4” subwoofer is built into the base of the unit whereby the installation is clutter free without the need for extra power cables and speaker wires. With the Philips CinemaOne a cinema like experience can be created also in smaller spaces like the living room of a student appartment, the bedroom, or in the office.

For the movie connoisseur the true cinematic experience means not only the very best in audio and video quality but also the ambience of a cinema theatre at home.

With the new Philips DVD Home Theatre System (HTS9810) featuring 9.1 Cinema Sound everybody can have an all enveloping, realistic cinema experience at home now.