AUX Box
Much like the AUX Level we reviewed last year, the Box is mainly about two things: simplicity and sound. Built for portability, the Box was designed for block parties or as a versatile speaker setup for your TV or home stereo. 8'' subwoofers and 400 watts of raw power help deliver audio at some ridiculously deafening levels with very little distortion. We ran our test unit through the gauntlet and the Box just sang. Sound was detailed and crisp, mids were crystal clear, and the bass was beautifully robust. Our only gripe is the price which at $1500 is a bit much for a speaker that doesn't come with the usual basics expected in a speaker even at $200, but take a listen and you'll probably agree that these are minuscule compromises you can most definitely live with. Link: $1500
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Bowers & Wilkins 800 Series Diamond
Bowers & Wilkins looked to one material to raise the bar in terms of audio quality with their latest 800 Series speakers. The speakers now use diamond tweeters capable of achieving accurate high frequency sound and have been tweaked in specific areas creating a sound profile that leapfrogs the previous generation with bigger bass and significantly less distortion. Link
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GenevaSound S
GenevaLab has taken its GenevaSound system and shrunk it into a clock radio size that's perfect for the nightstand or your office. The GenevaSound S features an FM Radio, Alarm, 2 Channel Hi-Fi sound with DSP, amplifier, iPod dock, and buttons which illuminate as your hands reach closer to the unit. Link: $300
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Bowers & Wilkins MM-1
Bowers & Wilkins is also releasing a set of computer speakers that look to be the perfect complement to Apple's new iMac desktops. The speakers use a dual driver system that dedicates one driver to bass and midrange frequencies and one to treble. They also incorporate B&W's acclaimed Nautilus tweeters which are found in some of their highest end studio speaker equipment. Link
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Bose SoundDock 10
While Bowers Wilkins goes smaller with their Dock, Bose has decided to bigger, much bigger. The SoundDock 10 integrates a subwoofer, waveguide technology, and "Twiddler" transducers to further aid in reproducing a full frequency range of sound. Alongside the Dock the unit will also be available with an optional Bluetooth add-on for wireless audio streaming from any Bluetooth compatible phone or music player. Link: $600
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Logitech Squeezebox Radio
The Logitech Squeezebox Radio brings the inevitable doom of FM even closer with an easy to use tabletop set that gives you access to your favorite internet radio stations and your digital music library. Squeezebox is compatible with services like Pandora, Sirius Internet Radio, Rhapsody, and last.fm. Its also compatible with you home music library from iTunes and has a jack for any mp3 player. Link: $180
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Sennheiser RS 180 Wireless Headphones
Its probably time you stop subjecting your neighbors to your Michael Bolton-filled playlist and grab yourself a pair of Sennheiser's sleek new RS 180 wireless headphones. The headphones feature "Kleer" technology that transmits uncompressed audio, a frequency response of 18-21,000Hz, and an operating distance of over 300 feet within the transmitter's line of sight. Link
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Bose Soundlink
The Bose Soundlink is all about simplifying the process of wirelessly streaming your music. Whether it be iTunes, Pandora, or a last.fm playlist all you need to do is plug in the included USB transmitter and you're ready to stream anywhere in your home. They've also included a rechargeable lithium ion battery which can power the Soundlink for up to three hours at its loudest or longer at lower volume levels. Link: $550
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AUX Level
At first glance you'll notice the AUX Level's simplistic and minimalist exterior. There are no visible buttons, no iPod dock, and there isn't even any visible branding. So what do you get exactly? First, a little background. AUX is a project inside of Italian parent company, Outline, who is a concert audio specialist that have taken their expertise in building large scale concert sound systems into the home. Continued...
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Lexon Tube Radio
Lexon hasn't forgot about you analog loyalists who have yet to embrace digital music. Their unique Lexon Tube Radio has a great modern design with a cylindrical shape that twists to tune into radio stations. Link: $70
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