Speakers

Leon Speakers has announced new OS (over-sized) soundbar speakers that are custom-built to match some of the largest flat panel displays (up to 120 inches), including the LG Philips 100-inch LCD, Panasonic 103-inch Plasma, Hitachi 103-inch Plasma, Samsung 102-inch Plasma, Sharp 108-inch LCD, and others.

The OS Series is available in LCR, L/R, and center-only combinations, and feature audiophile-grade, full-range European drivers, ranging from three inches to six inches. Each channel has dual 4-inch Peerless HDS woofers and a Morel MDT29 or ET-338 1-inch hand-treated, cloth-dome tweeter.

"With the OS speakers we have redefined the limits of on-wall speakers once again, and have designed a beast of a loudspeaker. It's so large that it gets fork-lifted out of our facility and on the last install, it had to be lifted by a crane through an apartment window," said Jeff Gordon, CEO of Leon Speakers.

Get your own beast of a loudspeaker custom-built in only three to five business days…that is, if you have (at least) $6500 to spare.

Call 1-888-213-5015 or visit www.leonspeakers.com for more info.

The ZVOX Z-Base 500 was designed to integrate with flat panel televisions on a stand. You can locate the low profile unit directly underneath the television or on a shelf.

The ZVOX Z-Base 550 is self-contained. There are no controls or display on the unit and no external speakers. This means no speaker wires to try to route and hide. It is controlled either from television volume control or its own credit card sized remote control.

The PhaseCue virtual surround circuitry simulates surround effects to provide a larger soundstage.

Available now at www.zvoxaudio.com for $499.99.

The Cerwin-Vega CLS-215 tower speakers have two 15-inch subwoofers per tower. The tower itself can handle 500 Watts of power to make your neighbors call you to see if you are okay. Then, when you say that you have new speakers, those neighbors will be asking if they can come over to watch the game or latest movie.

The MSRP for the CLS-215 is $499 per speaker ($998/pair). The Cerwin-Vega company web site says these speakers have guaranteed “eviction notice” performance. These are the type of speakers that will hurt your ears – be careful, and enjoy this purchase!

The Mirage MX home theater system is standing tall with their small 5.1 surround sound speaker system. One speaker will fit in the palm of your hand, and there are five of them plus one subwoofer. The MSRP of these amazing speakers is $1,200, which is in line with high-end competitors to Mirage. The company will also sell individual MX stereo speakers for $150 each so consumers can add more if they choose.

The recognition from consumer electronics aficionados who are part of the International CES Innovations 2009 Design and Engineering Awards program recognize the Mirage MX home theater system as being among the best designed and engineered products for 2009. The Industrial Designers Society of America also gave Mirage a wink and a smile for their design efforts on the MX home theater system.

Read the press release for more information.

Now that the Holiday season is quickly approaching, it’s time to start finding gifts for all of the loved ones. The Home Theater owner on your list might be pleasantly surprised when he finds the gift from you upgrades his already most prized room. With help from Infiniti, you can make this scenario a reality.

The Infinity TSS-500 Home Theater Loudspeaker System includes four wall-mountable satellite speakers, a wall-mountable center channel speaker, and a 100-watt powered subwoofer with premium-quality drivers and components to produce clear, richly detailed sound. Compact and elegant, the system is sure to delight any home theater owner.

Of course, any home theater owner is used to fighting through a jungle of wires every time he wants to reposition an item or install a new piece of equipment. Enter the Infinity PS210W Wireless Subwoofer. By making use of the 2.4 GHz frequency range, there is no need for cords or wires. This is sure to make life easier – and neater – for your favorite home theater owner.

This company's speakers continue to amaze me. I still can’t believe they produce sound, much less sound fit for the best of audiophiles. To prove it to you, the consumer, the awards they win are from industry experts. The Absolute Sound is the premier magazine for high-end audio enthusiasts. They have awarded MartinLogan with a 2008 Budget Component of the Year Award with the MartinLogan Source Loudspeaker.

MartinLogan is one of the most respected names in audio and they stand out by incorporating high-resolution electrostatic technology and ATF™ (Advanced This Film) transducers into their products. Their speakers range in price from $299 to $30,000 USD. Devin Zell, MartinLogan’s marketing guru recently said, “We are honored to have our efforts recognized by our peers.” Keep up the good work MartinLogan!

Hercules, the computer DJ and entertainment specialist, is expanding their successful XPS branded multimedia speakers with the NEW XPS 2.150 Multimedia Speaker System. The MSRP for this modern marvel is $69. Talk about a deal that would only be seen on the likes of Woot!

Who did Hercules turn to in order to determine what would be the right product for their expansion of this line? His father, Zeus? No, it was you the consumer! The extensive consumer researches performed delivered a design and finish that coveys a modern sense of style. This modern look and feel is so much more with BIG sound. This speaker system will make for a great Holiday gift for the college student to the executive.