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The Hisense HS2.1 214-channel low-end soundbar provides detailed reproduction of mids and highs. And this despite the compact form factor. In addition to this, there is powerful bass thanks to the built-in subwoofer. The peculiarity of the gadget is that the soundbar is ideally combined with small TVs - 32-40 inches. With a price of $100, the device looks very attractive for the budget segment. Hisense HS214 soundbar - overview Connecting the Hisense HS214 soundbar to a TV is standard - via HDMI. There is an ARC function. You can control the volume and turn on the soundbar from the standard TV remote control. Communication between devices can be established without the help of wires via Bluetooth. Drive HS214, in...
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Audio-Technica ATH-M50xBT2 is an updated version of the wireless version of the well-known ATH-M50 headphones. An advanced DAC from Asahi Kasei "AK4331" and a built-in high-quality headphone amplifier are responsible for the digital component of the sound. Features: Bluetooth v5.0 with support for AAC, LDAC, AptX, SBC codecs. Built-in Amazon voice assistant Low latency gaming mode for improved sync. Audio-Technica ATH-M50xBT2 Overview Pay attention to another important innovation - the Bluetooth multipoint pairing function. It allows you to connect to two devices at the same time. For example, to a smartphone for calls, and to any supported audio source. Buttons built into the ear cup help you control volume and mute. Can switch tracks...
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Marantz ND8006 is based on the application of developments for premium series devices. Combines high quality network Hi-Res streamer and traditional CD player. Despite the release year (2019), this network player is still at the top of its fame. The manufacturer tried to create high-level equipment for fans of impeccable sound. Marantz ND8006 Network Audio Player Adapted to the Marantz Musical Digital Filtering technology, the processed signal is given a detailed and refined sound. The "OFF mode" turns off unused sections of the device, helping to avoid the influence of interference and preserve the purity of the sound. The device can play sound files both from the home local network via DLNA technology, and from ...
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The Rotel RA-1592MKII is the top model of the 15MKII range, delivering 200W (8Ω) per channel in class AB. It is considered an amplifier with amazing detail and clarity, thanks to the use of the proprietary Balanced Design Concept with optimization of the audio path. Upgraded power components and a powerful in-house toroidal transformer paired with foil capacitors deliver deep and punchy bass. Rotel RA-1592MKII Integrated Stereo Amplifier The audio device provides a wide range of ways to connect audio sources for music playback. The amplifier is equipped not only with classic line and phono inputs, but also with modern digital inputs for streaming Hi-Res content. The possibility of wireless playback is provided through the support of Bluetooth codecs AptX and AAC. For ...
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SMSL DP5 is a stationary network player for playing audio files of various formats from various sources. Audio equipment is intended for connecting headphones, in the role of acoustics. Can be used to play sound on active speakers. SMSL DP5 Network Audio Player - Overview SMSL's new music streamer "DP5" is positioned as a more advanced successor to the DP3. In addition to a number of improvements and improvements, the output staff has expanded. XLR was added to analog, I2S to digital. Device control is tied to Hiby Link technology (Hiby Music applications). The software can be easily installed on any modern, and not very, device from the native marketplace. As a bonus, the owner gets an advanced music player for his phone or ...
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Topping D30Pro is a digital-to-analog converter with a preamp in one unit. Audio equipment has two outputs with the possibility of parallel signal output. An internal MeanWell power supply is provided, operating at an input voltage of 110-240V. DAC/Preamplifier Topping D30PRO - overview In this model, Topping has abandoned the use of AKM and ESS chips. Instead, I used two pairs of CS43198 chips from Cirrus Logic. The result is the implementation of a balanced scheme. Thanks to full-fledged 8 channels operating in parallel, it was possible to obtain high performance. It looks like this: THD: no more than 0.0001% (1kHz). Signal to noise ratio: approx. 120 dB (1kHz). Dynamic Range: 128dB (1kHz) Device ...
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Cambridge Audio, combining 50 years of experience with modern trends in the production of audio equipment, introduced a line of all-in-one devices called EVO. The all-in-one player Cambridge Audio EVO150 is aimed at the middle price segment. Where each buyer can make his choice, focusing on the need. Some music lovers can touch the dream. Others - take for a comparative test. Cambridge Audio EVO150 all-in-one player review The EVO150 is a complete Class D amplifier with audio streaming features. The device is based on the Hypex Ncore board. This provides: Low load dependence. Low distortion and output impedance. High power. Rich dynamics and a wide stage. Numerous analog...
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The representative of the Reference 301 line - the Teac UD-301-X USB-DAC differs from its counterparts in reduced dimensions and a low profile. But this did not affect its quality at all. In addition, the device has a rather interesting price for the declared technical characteristics. Which draws attention to itself. Teac UD-301-X USB DAC - overview, features The UD-301-X is based on a dual mono circuit using MUSES8920 J-FET operational amplifiers. And a pair of BurrBrown PCM32 1795-bit digital-to-analog converters. This approach avoids interference between channels. Plus, it provides rich low frequencies with fast transients. Thanks to the use of the CCLC (Coupling Capacitor Less Circuit) circuit, there are no sound-degrading ...
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Denon, celebrating its 110th anniversary on the market, is proud to introduce the PMA-A110 Integrated Stereo Amplifier as part of the new Anniversary Limited Edition. The Denon PMA-A110 is a PREMIUM Hi-Fi amplifier. Its price starts at $3500. This is a very interesting solution for music lovers who have a cool pair of acoustics, which lacks a decent quality amplifier. Denon PMA-A110 Integrated Stereo Amplifier - Overview The amplifier is based on a patented modification of a push-pull power amplifier circuit using ultra-high current field effect transistors. It delivers 160W per channel and high fidelity sound across the entire frequency range. In addition to standard connectors, there is an input from an external preamplifier directly to ...
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After the New Year holidays, 2022 began with an interesting offer for lovers of productive Android games. The Black Shark 4 Pro smartphone entered the market in the form of an interesting special offer. Where the gamer is invited to buy a new product at a discount with a promo code. And the first 500 buyers have a chance to get Lucifer T2 TWS headphones worth $40 as a gift. On the shelves of branded stores located around the world, the price of Black Shark 4 Pro exceeds $800. And on the AliExpress site, sellers offer smartphones in different configurations from $500. And it’s very nice when there is a promotional code that can reduce the price of a smartphone that interests the buyer. As part of the campaign, which is scheduled to start on...
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iFi NEO iDSD is an audio combine, in the full sense of the word. Audio equipment combines a DAC, a preamplifier and a balanced headphone amplifier, with the possibility of wireless data transmission. This is a device with a very cool electronic filling, which is devoid of all sorts of things to improve the sound and filters. The company's engineers did not save on anything here. The result is flawless performance out of the box. iFi NEO iDSD DAC and Amplifier – Overview, Features The device boasts a 16-core XMOS microcontroller that accepts data from USB and S/PDIF inputs. Unlike the company's previous devices, it uses a chip with twice the clock speed and four times the ...
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The hotly debated role-playing shooter STALKER 2, which was scheduled for release in April 2022, has been postponed again. Now until December 8, 2022. Fans of the epic STALKER do not lose heart. Many players are even glad that the Ukrainian studio GSC Game World is so actively fighting the existing bugs. After playing Cyberpunk 2077, I really want to get a working product. The release of STALKER 2 - prospects December 2021 created some problems for GSC Game World. After an unsuccessful attempt to create an NFT cryptocurrency of the metaverse (criticism was from fans), the developers postponed the project. It is believed that NFT was added to the game STALKER 2 before the announcement. ...
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We all remember the unsuccessful experiments of Chinese manufacturers with the Rockchip platform. Prefixes released in 2020-2021 were outright nonentities. Both in terms of performance and ease of use. Therefore, buyers tried to bypass Rockchip. But the situation has changed radically. Ugoos UT8 and UT8 Pro entered the market on Rockchip 3568. And the world saw what opportunities the chipset provides to users. Specifications Ugoos UT8 and UT8 Pro on Rockchip 3568 Ugoos UT8 UT8 Pro Chipset Rockchip 3568 Processor 4xCortex-A55 (2 GHz), 64 bit Video adapter ARM Mali-G52 2EE GPU RAM LPDDR4 4GB LPDDR4 8GB ROM 32 GB EMMC 64 GB EMMC .. .
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Apparently, the Korean giant Samsung has run out of ideas to expand the business. The company announced the launch of a cloud gaming service for smart TVs running Tizen OS. And it would look very attractive if you didn’t know how such innovations end for the South Korean company. Samsung is trying to bite off a piece of someone else's pie It's better to start with the fact that the company is good at creating appliances and gadgets that gain fans around the world. But as soon as the Samsung brand sticks its nose into other people's innovations, everything immediately collapses before our eyes. Suffice it to recall the Bada project or the plagiarism on the YotaPhone. The cloud gaming service will end similarly...
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Microsoft has come up with an interesting solution for owners or fans of the Xbox Series X console. A mini fridge for storing alcoholic or non-alcoholic drinks. The manufacturer claims that the refrigerator will hold 12 cans of 0.5 liters of any drinks. Mini-refrigerators Microsoft in the style of Xbox Series X A pleasant moment - the presence of a USB port on the refrigerator door. Can be used to charge mobile devices. The mini-fridge itself is powered by 110/220 volts. The novelty will be released in the style of the Xbox Series X - black body and green interior trim. Microsoft's Xbox Series X-style mini fridge is priced at $99 in the US and €99 in Europe. Nothing is said about other continents. ...
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