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GoldenEar Technology Releases HTR 7000 and Invisa MPX Architectural Speakers

GoldenEar TechnologyGoldenEar Technology has announced the availability of the new Invisa 7000 and Invisa MPX architectural loudspeakers. Both models are priced at $499 USD each.

The Invisa HTR 7000 is designed for use as a ceiling-mounted main left-, right- or center-channel speaker in high-quality home-theater and music systems, as well as for use as a side or rear surround speaker. It has a flat, round, magnetically attached micro-perf grille that covers the mounting flange for an attractive, nearly invisible look. An optional square grille is also available. We're told that the drivers are mounted at precisely calculated angles so that they acoustically align directly at the normal listening position for "exceptional imaging, superior frequency response, remarkable clarity and precise focus." The driver complement combines the 7" high-definition cast-basket driver used in the company's Aon 3 with a GoldenEar High Velocity Folded Ribbon (HVFR) tweeter.

The Invisa MPX is said to combine the advantages of a direct-radiating loudspeaker with the enhanced spaciousness and dispersion of a bipolar speaker to make it the "perfect choice" for the rear or side surround channels of a multichannel installation. It can also be used as a front main speaker or for distributed-audio and multi-room installations. GoldenEar representatives say that the Invisa MPX can be easily mounted in ceilings or in walls and is very flexible in terms of orientation. Like the other Invisa-series speakers, it has a flat, magnetically attached micro-perf grille. The Invisa MPX combines two cast-basket, 5” bass-midrange drivers, a High Velocity Folded Ribbon tweeter, and a complex precision crossover network with a high-frequency equalization switch. Like the Invisa HTR 7000, the Invisa MPX features GoldenEar’s unique Non-Periodic Diffraction Control and Wave-Launch technology combine for enhanced clarity and source-less sound radiation.

GoldenEar Technology announced that the new Invisa HTR 7000 and Invisa MPX are now shipping in both the US and Canada, as well as in their 25 export markets.

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High End 2013 Coverage Has Begun

High End 2013For 15 years the SoundStage! Network has been the audio industry’s leader when it comes to providing on-the-spot coverage from hi-fi events around the world. The SoundStage! Network is currently covering High End 2013 in Munich, Germany, with photos and features being uploaded to SoundStage! Global as the event happens. SoundStage! Global is the SoundStage! Network’s purpose-built site for event reporting, company tours, and blogging.

The initial coverage of High End 2013 has begun and will continue daily throughout the show, which runs May 9-12. Be sure to check SoundStage! Global often to get the latest updates.

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High End 2013 Coverage Begins Thursday

High End 2013Germany’s annual High End event is Europe’s largest specialty-audio show for trade and consumers. This year’s event is held May 9-12 at the Munich Order Center (MOC). May 9 is only open to members of the trade, but May 10-12 is open to consumers.

The SoundStage! Network team is already in Munich preparing to cover this prestigious event for SoundStage! Global, our site specifically designed for event coverage, company tours, and blogging by selected authors. Updates will go on SoundStage! Global during each day of the event, and links to all the updates will be uploaded to Twitter and Facebook, so follow us on Twitter or Like our Facebook page to make sure you don’t miss a thing.

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Nordost Introduces Valhalla 2 Cable Range

Nordost Valhalla 2Nordost has introduced its Valhalla 2 reference cable range at High End 2013 in Munich, Germany. The latest range consists of analog, digital, and tonearm interconnects, as well as loudspeaker and power cables. The new Valhalla 2 range uses upgraded Dual Mono-Filament technology, along with an innovative proprietary connector called the HOLO:PLUGTM. The HOLO:PLUGTM is a patent-pending connector that, according to the company, was designed to be the best possible interface between the cable and the component.

The Valhalla 2 analog interconnects use Dual Mono-Filament technology with ten silver-plated, 24AWG, oxygen-free copper conductors. The cable is available in single-ended and balanced versions and is terminated with proprietary HOLO:PLUGTM RCA or XLR connectors. The retail price is $6499.99 for a .6m pair. Valhalla 2 loudspeaker cables use Dual Mono-Filament technology with 28 silver-plated, 22AWG, oxygen-free copper conductors. The cable is available to be terminated with new gold-plated HOLO:PLUGTM spade connectors or gold-plated Nordost Z Plug bananas. The retail price is $9599.99 for a 1.25m pair.

For turntable users, Nordost has introduced a dedicated tonearm cable priced at $4499.99 for a 1.25m length. For digital applications there are two solutions: a 75-ohm Valhalla 2 digital cable terminated with a BNC connector for best impedance matching (supplied with a gold-plated BNC/RCA adapter) and a 110-ohm dual conductor Valhalla 2 AES/EBU terminated with a balanced Neutrik XLR connector. Each retails for $3299.99 for a 1.25m length. The Valhalla 2 power cord uses Dual Mono-Filament technology with seven silver-plated, 16AWG, oxygen-free copper conductors. It is terminated with the new carbon fiber HOLO:PLUGTM IEC in 15A and 20A versions. It is $4999.99 for a 1m length.

According to Joe Reynolds, president of Nordost, “The new Valhalla 2 cable series concept has been in the planning stages for two years. Since its introduction 13 years ago, our original Valhalla cable has been extremely successful. It has become a benchmark for performance in our industry. However, time marches on and we have developed new production techniques that improve the quality and precision of our manufacturing process. The Valhalla 2 cables use our Dual Mono-Filament technology, as well as our new line of proprietary HOLO:PLUGTM connectors.” Mr. Reynolds went on to say, “The combination of our Dual Mono-Filament technology, coupled with the groundbreaking HOLO:PLUGTM connectors, makes this new cable series unbeatable in terms of musical performance. The qualities of the HOLO:PLUGTM connector perfectly match Nordost’s philosophy of low-mass design, optimal signal transfer, and perfect impedance matching. There’s always a solution.”

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The "Best of Salon Son & Image 2013" Winners Announced

Best of SSI 2013Salon Son & Image (aka the Montreal Hi-Fi Show) is Canada’s longest-running and best-known specialty audio show. Salon Son & Image 2013 was held March 21-24 and the SoundStage! Network team was there reporting on it, with the coverage appearing on SoundStage! Global as the event happened.

This month, the Best of Salon Son & Image  2013 winners were announced and featured in SoundStage! Hi-Fi in an article written by Doug Schneider, the SoundStage! Network’s founder and publisher. The article features the best new products and the best systems. Visit now to find out who the winners are.

The Best of Salon Son & Image 2013” on SoundStage! Hi-Fi

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