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Sonos Beam Ultra and Ace Ultra: All Specs and Prices
Ultra rarely comes alone
The Sonos Beam Ultra and Ace Ultra offer 7.1.2 Dolby Atmos, enhanced ANC, and direct system connectivity. All specifications, prices, and release dates.
Sonos 27: ChatGPT, a new app, and portable surround speakers
Now ChatGPT is getting in on the action, too
Sonos 27 integrates ChatGPT, revamps the app, and turns the Sonos Play and Move 2 into versatile rear speakers. All features and release dates.
Sony ULT Tower Max, 7, and 5: Party Speakers with XLR and Auracast
Sony Brings the Bass in Three Sizes
Sony introduces the ULT Tower Max, ULT Tower 7, and ULT Tower 5, featuring up to 2,150 watts of power, XLR connectivity, karaoke, Auracast, and powerful bass.
Michi Prestige P430 and S430: New preamp and power amp combination with 2 x 390 watts
Two Components, One Powerful Partnership
Michi is expanding its Prestige Series with the P430 preamplifier featuring an ESS DAC and the S430 Class AB power amplifier, which delivers 2 x 390 watts.
Edifier with news: XR6 Studio Monitor and Subwoofer MW6T
From the studio to the basement
At IFA 2026, Edifier is showcasing the XR6 three-way studio monitor and the compact 210-watt MW6T subwoofer as add-ons to the M90.
Revox Experience Center: First Brand Experience Space Opens in Hamburg
Studio Sound Gets a Permanent Address
Revox is opening its first Experience Center at media@home Sterling in Hamburg, featuring audio demonstrations, single-room, and multi-room solutions.
Yamaha WXA-70A and WXC-70A: New Streaming Hubs with and without Power Amplifiers
50 becomes 70A
Yamaha is introducing the WXA-70A and WXC-70A, two compact streaming components featuring MusicCast, HDMI eARC, YPAO, Roon Ready, and ESS DAC.
Buchardt Audio E50-S: Compact speaker with Satori-TeXtreme woofer
With sensitivity
The Buchardt Audio E50-S combines a Satori TeXtreme woofer with passive radiators. The pair is available for pre-order for 4,100 euros through September 15.
Audio-Technica ATH-M20xSTS: Streaming headset with a condenser microphone for 99 euros
On the air
The Audio-Technica ATH-M20xSTS combines 40-mm drivers with a condenser microphone. The streaming headset will be available starting September 1 for 99 euros.
OXS Thunder Mini X: Gaming soundbar with wireless neck speaker
Support for Gamers
At Gamescom 2026, OXS is showcasing the Thunder Mini X: a 4.0 gaming system consisting of a soundbar and a wireless neck speaker, priced at 299.99 euros.