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Robb Report’s 2026 Audio Awards showcase a lineup of ultra-premium hi-fi gear across categories—from floor-standing and stand-mount loudspeakers to wireless systems, headphones, turntables, and digital music servers—featuring brands like Wilson, Magico, Franco Serblin, Luxman, and dCS, with prices ranging from a few hundred dollars to over $630,000.
Bowers & Wilkins has introduced the D5, the fifth generation of its 800 Series Diamond, a seven-model lineup announced during its 60th anniversary year. The new range features refreshed finishes, redesigned top plates and enclosures, revised drive-unit pods and the Space Frame Bracing to cut vibrations, plus upgraded crossovers and aluminium top-plate coupling for improved openness, lower distortion and greater dynamics. The lineup includes seven models (805 D5, 804 D5, 803 D5, 802 D5, 801 D5 and two centre-channel models HTM81 D5/HTM82 D5) and accompanying stands, with UK prices from around £8,000 to £43,000 (US pricing up to about $65,000 for the flagship 801 D5).
Bowers & Wilkins debuts the fifth-generation 800 Series Diamond (D5) across seven models, led by the 801 D5 flagship at €50,000 per pair; the range also includes 802 D5 (€37,000), 803 D5 (€30,000), 804 D5 (€18,000) and 805 D5 (€12,000), plus centre channels HTM81/HTM82 D5 and stands FS-805 D5 / FS-HTM D5. New Space Frame Bracing, an upgraded aluminium top plate and Signature-spec tweeter mesh carry over from the Signature line, with shipping starting September 9.
Kim Yo Jong, sister of North Korean leader Kim Jong Un, dismissed South Korean claims of removing loudspeakers along the border, criticizing Seoul's hopes for renewed diplomacy and asserting North Korea's disinterest in talks with the U.S., amid ongoing tensions and military exercises.
North Korea is removing loudspeakers from the border with South Korea, following South Korea's dismantling of its own speakers as part of efforts to ease tensions. This move comes after recent propaganda exchanges and signals a potential de-escalation, although North Korea has not confirmed the removal. Tensions remain due to military exercises and political differences, but both sides are taking steps toward reducing hostility.
South Korea has begun removing loudspeakers along the North Korean border as a gesture to ease tensions, despite North Korea's objections and claims that the speakers are psychologically harmful. The move is part of diplomatic efforts led by South Korea's President Lee Jae Myung, and does not impact South Korea's military readiness.
South Korea is removing loudspeakers broadcasting anti-North messages along the border as a move to ease tensions and improve relations with North Korea, with all loudspeakers expected to be dismantled by the end of the week, despite ongoing hostility and North Korea's rejection of dialogue.
South Korea has begun removing loudspeakers along its border with North Korea as a measure to reduce tensions, following a period of propaganda broadcasts aimed at Pyongyang. The move is part of President Lee Jae Myung's efforts to ease inter-Korean relations, although North Korea has not commented and remains largely disengaged, focusing instead on its own regional alliances and military developments.
The article highlights the week's notable tech and gadget releases, including a new entry-level turntable from Pro-Ject, updated electrostatic loudspeakers from Quad, a colorful Kindle from Amazon, and innovative products like Lego's Game Boy replica and Twelve South's PowerBug portable charger.
South Korea has turned off loudspeakers broadcasting K-pop and news into North Korea as a move to de-escalate tensions and improve relations, marking a shift from previous confrontational policies.
Bose is reviving its iconic 901 loudspeakers from 1968 in collaboration with NYC-based lifestyle brand Kith, as part of its 60th-anniversary celebrations. The modernized speakers, designed by Ronnie Fieg and custom furniture designer Mark Jupiter, feature vintage appeal with modern accents, available in white ash or natural walnut finishes. However, only 12 units will be released, exclusively for friends and family of Bose and Ronnie Fieg, and not for public sale.
Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Dr Mohan Yadav has issued a directive banning the unauthorized use of loudspeakers and DJs at religious places and public venues in an effort to curb noise pollution. The state government has formed flying squads to monitor and enforce compliance, with violations subject to investigation within three days. The government aims to engage with religious leaders to ensure adherence, and a compliance report is due by December 31, 2023. The Additional Director General of Police at CID has been designated as the nodal officer for monitoring noise pollution cases.
Perlisten has unveiled its S7t Limited Edition Loudspeakers, which will be showcased at High-End Munich 2023. The suggested retail price is $30,000 per pair, making them more affordable than Magico's new S3 by almost $15,000 USD. The S7t Limited Edition features updated woofers, an updated crossover, and a custom isolation/damping system. The exclusive production run will be limited to only 50 pairs and will be distributed worldwide in the Fall of 2023.
Axpona 2023, a HiFi show, showcased a variety of audio gear including Avantgarde Acoustic Duo GT, Seawave Acoustics AM45 speakers, Cardas Audio cables, Diptyque Audio Reference panel speakers, Vivid Audio Giya G1 Spirit Speakers, Mola Mola Perca Amplifier, Innuos Pulsar Network Music Player, Linear Tube Audio Ultralinear+ Integrated Amplifier, Merason DAC1 Mk II, Nagra Audio Classic DAC, Phasemation MA-2000 Monaural Power Amplifiers, Unison Research Simply 845 Integrated Amplifier, Yukiseimitsu Audio AP-01 Turntable, Bel Canto Black E1X Integrated Amplifier, Dynaudio/Octave system, Gryphon Audio EOS 2 Loudspeakers, JMF Audio HQS 6002 Amplifer, Luxman PD-191A Turntable, Octave Audio V 16 Single Ended Integrated/Headphone Amplifier, Magnepan + Rogue Audio, MoFi Electronics Andrew Jones-designed SourcePoint 8 Loudspeakers, Piega Master Line Source 2 Loudspeakers, Volti Audio Razz Limited Edition Loudspeakers, Bel Canto Black DAC, Acora Acoustics VRC-1 Loudspeakers, Constellation Audio Centaur II 500 Stereo Amplifier, McGary Audio MA1 Mono Amplifiers, ModWright KWA 99 Class A MOSFET Monoblock Amplifiers, Rethm MAARGA passive Loudspeakers, and Weiss DAC204 DAC.