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AudioControl introduced the Hyperion APR-16, a flagship AV processor for professional home cinema setups, at ISE 2026 in Barcelona.

Designed for high-level installations, it supports 16-channel decoding including Dolby Atmos and DTS:X, meeting CEDIA/CTA-RP22 standards and HAA-certified for acoustic precision.

Incorporating Dirac Live technologies, it offers real-time sound optimization, including bass control and spatial audio enhancement, ensuring immersive audio experiences.

Klipsch introduced The Fives II, The Sevens II, and The Nines II powered speakers at CES 2026, celebrating their 80th anniversary.

Incorporating Dirac Live room correction, these models optimize sound quality based on room acoustics, offering Dolby Atmos and DTS:X decoding for immersive audio experiences.

Featuring Onkyo's advanced electronics, the speakers include a 90° x 90° Tractrix horn and Cerametallic woofers, ensuring precise sound reproduction.

NAD Electronics announces official Dirac Live certification for streaming amplifiers NAD C 700 and C 700 V2, enhancing acoustic room correction capabilities.

The NAD C 700, introduced in 2021, features a HybridDigital UcD amplifier delivering 2 × 80 W power and BluOS support.

The NAD C 700 V2, launched in 2024, incorporates an ESS SABRE DAC, phono input, and immersive multi-channel support via BluOS.

BLUESOUND unveils NODE(N132), a high-performance audio streamer releasing in November with advanced features and priced around 110,000 JPY.

Upgraded from the original NODE, NODE(N132) incorporates the latest ESS SABRE ES9039Q2M DAC for enhanced sound clarity and reduced noise.

Features THX AAA headphone amplifier, aptX Adaptive Bluetooth, HDMI eARC, USB connectivity, and high-resolution audio playback such as MQA and DSD.