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The Leaders of Design & Innovation
Meet the companies that we call partners. They form the foundation of our product specifications thanks in part to their best-in-class performance, breadth of product offering and ongoing technological innovation.
Founded in Vienna, Austria in 1947, AKG built its reputation in recording studios, concert halls and broadcast booths around the world. Decades of microphone and headphone engineering have made AKG a trusted reference for musicians, producers and engineers who need to hear every detail exactly as it was recorded. That same studio heritage shapes AKG’s line of reference and open-back headphones for home listening, which deliver accurate, natural sound with the comfort needed for long listening sessions. Whether you’re mixing a track or settling in with a favorite album, AKG headphones let you hear music the way the artist intended.
Over the last 40 years, Audio Control has focused on “making good sound great” through their lines of amplifiers, receivers and preamplifiers. Unlike some other audiophile brands on the market, Audio Control does not just focus on amped-up specs. Their goal is to improve customers’ lives by delivering stunning audio that lets them recreate a concert hall or theater environment in their own home. As the heart of your home theater, their receivers deliver fully immersive sound as well as 4K video resolution. Knowing how important it is to get high-performance audio beyond a few dedicated rooms, they have a full line of multi-zone amplifiers that deliver excellence throughout your house. Even outdoor applications aren’t out of the question with their powerful line of 70-volt amplifiers.
Founded in 1980, AudioQuest has been boosting home audio video quality for decades through its speaker and HDMI cable lines. Drawing on decades of experience, the California-based company delivers unprecedented value and performance for all applications. Audiophiles often like to gauge quality based on ear tests, but at AudioQuest, all cables are developed and judged using a scientific process. Every piece of a home entertainment system matters, but cables often get left out of the equation. Opting for low-end cables will result in damage to components and dull or irritating sound. AudioQuest is dedicated to bridging the space between sources and speakers with little to no effect on the signal. Their cables reduce signal deterioration and coloration for a result true to the original without losing any important details along the way.
AWOL Vision is dedicated to bringing the true big-screen experience home without the need for a dedicated theater room. The company specializes in ultra-short-throw laser projectors that sit just inches from the wall and cast stunning images of 100 inches or more. Triple-laser technology produces vivid, accurate color and the brightness needed to hold up in rooms with ambient light, while support for 4K resolution and HDR formats keeps movies, sports and games looking their best. Pair an AWOL Vision projector with an ambient light rejecting screen, and any living room or family room becomes a cinema whenever you want it.
Design and functionality intertwine in BDI’s media room and home office furniture solutions. Not only does this Virginia-based company create user-friendly designs that improve product life quality, but their flow-through ventilation and cord-management systems optimize technology performance. An ongoing commitment to functional design, high-end materials and attention to detail result in pieces that last for years. Add structure and style to your media room with TV stands and media consoles, and recharge your record collection with audio cabinets. Streamline your workflow with modular office furniture solutions such as adjustable bookshelves, cabinets and more. Since its founding in 1984, BDI continues to design a wide range of furniture designs and configurations for the modern home and office. Furniture is available in various finishes, including walnut, oak, black and charcoal.
Bellari brings the warmth of vacuum tube sound to the heart of your listening room. Designed and supported in Salt Lake City, Utah as part of the Rolls Corporation family, Bellari creates tube phono preamplifiers and headphone amplifiers that add rich, natural character to vinyl playback and personal listening. Each component pairs classic tube circuitry with practical, modern features, making it easy to add a little analog magic to an existing system. For listeners who want the glow of tubes without the complexity or cost of a full tube system, Bellari offers an approachable path to more musical, engaging sound.
Bello designs AV furniture that gives your television and audio components a home that looks as good as the technology it holds. Their TV stands, media consoles and audio racks combine contemporary styling with thoughtful features such as integrated cable management and open, ventilated shelving that keeps equipment running cool. Available in a range of finishes, including rich wood tones, black glass and brushed metal, Bello pieces fit naturally into living rooms, family rooms and dedicated media spaces. The result is a clean, organized setup that keeps wires out of sight and puts the focus on the picture and sound.
Music lovers disappointed by the quality of digital audio started Bluesound with the goal of delivering the full depth of master audio recordings through a wireless format. More than a decade later, the Canadian company had a fully fleshed digital platform featuring their line of high-end wireless speakers, streamers, amplifiers, soundbars and subwoofers. Each component can stream all digital formats, including MQA for studio-level audio quality in every corner of your home. Expand your music’s reach to up to 64 players to play music throughout the house or a different soundtrack in each zone. Though network audio provides the best quality, Bluesound speakers also allow for Bluetooth and AirPlay streaming.
Universally loved by audiophiles and recording professionals, Bowers & Wilkins is believed by many to offer the best loudspeakers in the world. They are so synonymous with luxury sound that they’re the official audio solution for all Jaguar car models. For more than 50 years, they have been the standard bearers in the hi-fi world through handcrafted speakers, superior grade materials and industry-leading audio engineering. They introduced the use of Kevlar and Diamond for the ultimate in pure, striking sound reproduction, and their audio engineering delivers expansive depth and clarity. Despite being best known for their flagship loudspeakers, B&W now offers the same exacting audio standard to their line of headphones, subwoofers, architectural speakers and even their stylish wireless speakers.
Passionately shaped by decades of innovation and engineering excellence, Denon leads in revolutionary audiovisual reproduction to offer powerful sound and video experiences for entertainment enthusiasts everywhere. Each solution is born from vigorous study of physics, electronics, art and nature to ensure they precisely meet the needs of every consumer. Craft the perfect entertainment experience with Denon’s vast selection of home theater receivers and soundbars, wireless speakers, hi-fi amplifiers, CD players, turntables and more. No matter the product, Denon promises superb craftsmanship, precision engineering and impeccable performance for any audio solution you desire in your home.
Draper works to customize and design the perfect solution for every customer. Founded in 1902, Draper offers high-end audiovisual displays, shading solutions for both the indoors and outside, and gymnasium and athletic equipment. Intent on listening to the customer’s needs, Draper’s goal is to always serve what you want and prefer for your project – and then work to exceed every expectation. With trusted expertise and knowledge of each industry, Draper delivers reliable and high-performance solutions for every comfort and need across the home, gymnasium, and beyond.
eero, acquired by Amazon in 2019 and headquartered in San Francisco was originally founded in 2014 with the vision of simplifying home Wi-Fi for everyone. As a leader in home networking solutions, eero’s primary mission is to enhance internet connectivity by providing high-performing, mesh Wi-Fi systems. These systems, designed to replace traditional routers and range extenders, ensure a reliable, fast, and secure internet connection across the entire home, effectively eliminating dead zones. eero’s range of products includes various models of mesh routers and extenders, each catering to different home sizes and connectivity needs. The company also offers an intuitive mobile app, enabling users to effortlessly set up and manage their network. eero’s dedication to redefining seamless wireless experiences is reflected in their continuous innovation and commitment to improving internet access for users worldwide.
Leverage Epson’s long history of electronic innovation with their line of commercial and home cinema projectors, which deliver striking, dynamic quality for projection made perfect. Their wide range of projectors is ideal for home theater enthusiasts who enjoy watching sports, TV shows or movies. With images up to 300”, you can relish the big-screen experience in the comfort of home. Meanwhile, 4K video resolution and advanced color processing offer unprecedented detail ideal for both residential and commercial settings. With ultra-bright models available, you can enjoy dynamic images, even with ambient lighting in the room. Dealing with a small space in your home or office? Explore Epson’s high-performance, short-throw projectors that can sit just a few feet from the screen.
Since 1979, France-based Focal has been creating benchmark acoustic equipment in the form of home audio loudspeakers, headphones, car speaker drivers and monitor loudspeakers with one goal in mind: to open a gateway to new sensations that allow audiophiles to experience pleasure in its purest form. Focal audio solutions push the limits of sound to offer a truly unique, high-fidelity listening experience that honors the artist’s musical creation. Thrill your senses with Focal’s vast collection of stunning hardwired and wireless speakers for your dedicated listening room, home theater or whole-home audio system.
Promising to bring “full heart, soul, and power to every performance,” the Furman brand is trusted by artists and AV professionals across the industry and entire globe for their premium power conditioning, protection, regulation, sequencing, distribution, and much more. Known for their high-end equipment’s reliability, and engineering expertise of over 40 years of experience, Furman has come to this reputation because of their focus on trusted products that industry professionals can depend on to never fail or cause delays when time is precious. Furman’s advanced and leading technologies elevate any AV system’s performance, ensuring that customers can manage their equipment with guaranteed clean and safe power from their Furman unit. Just as artists and industry professionals put their “heart and soul” into their entertainment, so does Furman into every solution and system they design, build, and offer.
Few names in vinyl playback carry the history of Goldring. Founded in Berlin in 1906 and based in England since the 1930s, Goldring has spent more than a century perfecting the art of turning a record groove into music. Today the company is best known for its phono cartridges, from approachable moving magnet designs that breathe new life into an entry-level turntable to hand-built moving coil models for the most revealing systems. Every Goldring cartridge is engineered to track precisely, protect your records and draw out the detail, warmth and dynamics that make vinyl so rewarding to listen to.
Founded in 1953 by Joseph Grado and still family-owned in Brooklyn, New York, Grado Labs has spent three generations building headphones and phono cartridges by hand. Grado’s open-back headphones are instantly recognizable for their classic, minimalist design and celebrated for an open, lively sound that puts you right in the room with the musicians. The company applies the same craftsmanship to its phono cartridges, which have helped vinyl lovers get more from their turntables for decades. From the entry-level Prestige Series to the hand-finished wood models, every Grado product reflects a simple philosophy: build it carefully and let the music speak for itself.
Hegel Music Systems began in 1988 as a university project in Oslo, Norway, when founder Bent Holter set out to build an amplifier with the lowest possible distortion. That obsession with clean, natural sound led to Hegel’s patented SoundEngine technology, which cancels distortion before it reaches your speakers for a remarkably pure and effortless presentation. Hegel’s integrated amplifiers, DACs, CD players and streamers pair that engineering with understated Scandinavian design and modern conveniences such as AirPlay, Spotify Connect and Roon Ready streaming. The result is high-end audio that sounds as natural as live music and fits gracefully into any listening room.
Underlying all of Integra’s high-end products are the two pinnacles that define them: passion and excellence. Committed to delivering flawless audio through expert design and construction, Integra learned early on how vital installation is to the end result as well. Not only are Integra products ideal for traditional 2-channel audio, but they stand out for their smooth integration into home theater and multi-zone systems as well. Realizing that ease-of-use and installation is just as vital as the components’ audio quality, all Integra products are designed to fit seamlessly into custom AV projects. Explicitly geared for personalized applications, Integra partners with AV specialists to deliver unprecedented quality for audiophiles and movie lovers through its line of receivers, amplifiers, soundbars and more.
JVC, known formally as JVC Kenwood Corporation, is a multinational electronics company headquartered in Yokohama, Japan. JVC was founded in 1927 and is known best for introducing Japan’s first televisions and developing the Video Home System (VHS) video recorder. In 2008, JVC merged with Kenwood Corporation to form what is commonly stylized as JVC KENWOOD and focuses today on consumer and professional audio and video electronics. From dazzling 4K and 8K projectors and smart TVs to car audio and high-resolution headphones, JVC offers an array of solutions for all your entertainment needs. For movie enthusiasts and music purists alike, JVC is committed to bringing picture and sound to life.
Ray Kimber founded Kimber Kable in 1979 after discovering that the geometry of a cable has a dramatic effect on how a system sounds. His signature braided design reduces interference and noise, allowing music to pass from component to speaker with remarkable clarity. More than four decades later, every Kimber Kable product is still hand-built in Ogden, Utah, using carefully selected copper and silver conductors and premium connectors. From speaker and interconnect cables to HDMI and power cords, Kimber Kable offers a solution for every link in your audio and video system, helping each component perform at its full potential.
Enjoy personalized, American-made speakers and sound sculptures that look as beautiful as they sound when you choose Leon. Each audio solution is an elegant balance of stunning design and innovative technology, delicately manufactured in a way that helps reshape the way people experience culture. The Michigan-based manufacturer is widely known for their award-winning sound and unrivaled level of customization, building speakers by hand and to your exact specifications since 1995. Choose from their collection of custom soundbars, ceiling and wall speakers, outdoor speakers, and even elevate the design of your TV displays with Leon’s handcrafted media décor products.
Founded in 1958, LG Electronics is driven by the desire to deliver a better lifestyle for homeowners. Through years of innovation, the South Korean company has become one of the leading manufacturers in home electronics. Among their wide-ranging solutions, they offer award-winning OLED TVs, AI-based entertainment platforms, soundbars and Blu-ray players. Throughout, they have been standard bearers in quality, from ultra-thin designs that blend seamlessly with the environment to cinematic short-throw projectors that deliver 120-inch images even in ambient lighting. Their webOS platform is their latest advancement in home technology, providing easy access to the top streaming services including Netflix, Hulu and Amazon. WebOS even offers AI-based entertainment recommendations and allows you to stream movies, TV or music from your iOS device to any LG TV through Airplay2.
An audiophile favorite since 1953, Marantz delivers uncompromising sound true to the original recording. All Marantz products are crafted with sonic supremacy in mind to provide unmatched hi-fi sound that redefines the listening experience. Each product is the result of purposeful design and state-of-the-art technology that respects tradition while embracing innovation. Having passed rigorous testing at the hands of in-house sound masters, you’ll experience the same extraordinary Marantz signature sound each time. At the heart of all Marantz’ hi-fi audio products is the idea that music matters—and so does the way you listen to it. Let Marantz’ award-winning receivers, amplifiers and wireless music systems transform the way you listen to your favorite music and movies.
MoFi Electronics grew out of Mobile Fidelity Sound Lab, the label that has been producing audiophile pressings of legendary albums since 1977. With decades spent perfecting how music is mastered and pressed, MoFi set out to build the equipment to play it back properly. Working with renowned turntable designer Allen Perkins, the company created a line of turntables, phono cartridges and phono preamplifiers that bring true high-end performance to a wide range of budgets. Every MoFi component is designed to reveal the depth, texture and dynamics captured in the grooves, so your records sound the way they were meant to.
Music Hall was founded in 1985 by Roy Hall with a straightforward goal: make genuine high-fidelity sound accessible to every music lover. The company is best known for its turntables, which range from plug-and-play models perfect for building a first vinyl setup to precision-engineered decks that reward the most dedicated collectors. Music Hall also offers phono preamplifiers, integrated amplifiers and CD players that share the same focus on musical performance and outstanding value. Simple to set up and built to last, Music Hall components are a great way to start, or grow, a system centered around the joy of listening.
A group of European audiophiles founded NAD Electronics in 1972 with one goal in mind: combining astounding sound quality with unprecedented value. NAD sound engineers focused on removing the bloated features found in high-end electronics and focusing on the essentials. NAD developed the world’s best-selling hi-fi amplifier and the first Dolby C player during the next 40 years. As one of the pioneers in digital sound, they delivered the epitope in high-performance digital amplification. Leveraging a development team now based in Canada, NAD continues to innovate to ensure each product they produce sounds better than the last. Listen to your favorite recordings or movies just as creators intended with their premier lines of amplifiers, processors, AV receivers, turntables, CD players, media players and headphones.
Optoma has become one of the most recognized names in projection by making the big-screen experience easy to bring home. The company designs a wide range of DLP projectors, including 4K UHD home cinema models, bright living room projectors and ultra-short-throw laser models that create a massive image from just inches away. Optoma’s focus on sharp detail, accurate color and smooth motion makes its projectors ideal for movie nights, game day and gaming alike. With options for dedicated theaters and everyday family rooms, Optoma makes it simple to trade a standard TV for a picture measured in feet, not inches.
Pro-Ject Audio Systems was founded in 1991 and is headquartered in Mistelbach, Austria. Dedicated to delivering high-fidelity sound through vinyl records, Pro-Ject’s primary mission is to provide exceptional listening experiences without compromise. The company offers a comprehensive range of turntables designed with meticulous attention to detail and a commitment to audiophile standards. From entry-level models for those new to vinyl to high-end systems for seasoned audiophiles, Pro-Ject turntables are celebrated for their superior sound quality, sleek European design, and user-friendly features. Each turntable is crafted to capture the pure essence of music while serving as a striking visual piece in any home audio setup. With Pro-Ject, enthusiasts can explore the rich dynamics and warm soundscapes that vinyl has to offer.
Every Rogers High Fidelity amplifier is built by hand, one at a time, in the United States. The American manufacturer combines classic vacuum tube design with aerospace-grade engineering, using military-grade components and point-to-point wiring for the rich, three-dimensional sound that only tubes can deliver. Thoughtful modern touches, including automatic tube biasing and app-based control, make Rogers amplifiers as easy to live with as they are to listen to. From the versatile 65V-2 integrated amplifier, which can run either EL34 or KT88 tubes, to the powerful KWM-88MK2, every Rogers model is backed by a transferable lifetime warranty.
More than 50 years of experience in high-performance audio video solutions has made Rotel a premier brand in the industry. Rotel’s dedication to designing, engineering and manufacturing cutting-edge AV products puts them above the rest, while the time they take to build, test and evaluate every model before production only adds to their trustworthy reputation. Supreme sound quality comes from Rotel’s Balanced Design concept which combines component selection, circuit topology and evaluation when building each of their high-end components including amplifiers, DACS, CD players, surround processors, distribution amplifiers and more. Originally started in Japan by Tomoki Tachikawa in 1961, Rotel moved its headquarters to Zhuhai China in 2005.
Founded in 2004, California-based Ruckus offers a complete line of high-performance network infrastructure, including wi-fi controllers, indoor and outdoor access points, wired Ethernet switches and more, for enterprise environments and service providers. Ruckus’ deep history of and continued commitment to technical innovation ensures superior and ubiquitous connectivity for its customers. No matter the size of the project, Ruckus promises products that are readily available, flexible, and easy to use for unwavering connectivity in the most demanding environments. In addition to their world-leading network access infrastructure, Ruckus offers network security, detailed analytics, management software and award-winning customer support. When connectivity matters most, turn to Ruckus.
Elevate your expectations of home entertainment with Samsung’s most innovative and advanced range of televisions that offer an impeccable visual and auditory experience for film and gaming enthusiasts alike. Samsung’s proprietary Quantum Processor is the mastermind behind their unrivaled QLED 4K and 8K TVs that display a depth of detail, contrast and realism never seen before. Even when not in use, Samsung displays add beauty to your home by transforming into framed artwork or blending into the decorative pattern on your wall, elevating your space while turned on and off.
Solidsteel’s roots in the world of music trace back to the early 1990s when it established itself as a hallmark of Italian craftsmanship specializing in hi-fi racks, speaker stands, and AV furniture. Known for meticulous craftsmanship, sound optimization, and timeless design, Solidsteel products are made with premium materials and engineered for durability and aesthetic appeal. The Hyperspike Series, introduced in 2004, remains a flagship offering that showcases the brand’s commitment to innovation and quality. Solidsteel continues to honor its Italian heritage while embracing modern manufacturing techniques, ensuring each piece contributes to an unparalleled audio experience.
Sonos envelops every space of your home with brilliant audio, creating a soundscape you can easily customize to play what you want, where you want. With smart, wireless speakers for your music and cinema, Sonos expands crystal-clear audio anywhere you desire and connects to all your favorite media sources for easy, one-tap listening. Seamlessly command your speakers with voice activation or from your smart device of choice and rediscover your favorite music with a sound system that lets you listen your way.
Delight your senses with professional-grade home entertainment solutions designed to harmonize both picture and sound for a breathtaking, true-to-life experience. Unprecedented contrast, color and realism are made possible with Sony’s proprietary technologies that also lead in pixel-by-pixel detail for texture you can practically feel. Whether you’re outfitting a multi-purpose media room or a dedicated private cinema, Sony’s line of premium 4K HDR projectors and TV displays, AV receivers and high-resolution speakers work in tandem to craft the immersive experience intended by film and video game creators.
For more than four decades, Sumiko has been a go-to name for listeners who take vinyl seriously. The California-born company is best known for its phono cartridges, including the celebrated Rainier, Olympia and Moonstone moving magnet models and a range of hand-crafted moving coil designs for the most revealing systems. Each cartridge is engineered to track cleanly and draw out the tone, texture and space of the original recording. Upgrading the cartridge is one of the most rewarding improvements you can make to any turntable, and Sumiko offers an option for every system, from a first record player to a reference-level setup.
Founded in 1883 in Sainte-Croix, Switzerland, Thorens began by crafting music boxes before turning its precision mechanics to phonographs and, eventually, some of the most iconic turntables ever made. Models such as the legendary TD 124 earned Thorens a place in radio stations, recording studios and audiophile homes around the world. Today, the company continues that legacy from its home in Germany, building belt-drive and direct-drive turntables that combine classic design with modern engineering. With models ranging from plug-and-play decks to statement pieces, Thorens offers a timeless way to enjoy your record collection.
Founded in Chicago in 1922 and now part of Eaton, Tripp Lite has spent a century keeping electronics powered, protected and connected. The company’s surge protectors, power conditioners and uninterruptible power supplies (UPS) shield valuable AV components and networking equipment from spikes, surges and outages that can cause damage or unexpected downtime. Tripp Lite also offers rack enclosures, power distribution units and connectivity products that keep equipment racks organized and running smoothly. Whether you’re protecting a home theater, a whole-home network or a home office, Tripp Lite provides the clean, dependable power your system needs.
Founded in 1987 in Treviso, Italy, Unison Research has become one of the most respected names in tube amplification. The company combines Italian craftsmanship with careful engineering to create integrated amplifiers, power amplifiers, preamplifiers and CD players that deliver the warm, natural and engaging sound that tube lovers cherish. Their components are as distinctive to look at as they are to listen to, often featuring handsome solid wood front panels and exposed glowing tubes. From the approachable Simply Italy to the flagship Triode and Performance series, Unison Research brings the beauty of tube sound to systems of every size.
URC delivers premium home automation and control solutions, bridging all your connected devices. Their Total Control 2.0 platform lets you seamlessly manage your media, security, lighting and more from one easy-to-use and customizable graphical user interface. Gain access to the Total Control 2.0 experience from your smart device of choice, including elegant touchscreens, handheld remotes, keypads or mobile apps that are all driven by powerful URC system processors. Hands-free control is also available through voice commands from Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant. This professionally installed and programmed system integrates with thousands of products in addition to the native URC product line up. Headquartered in Harrison, NY, URC has been a global leader for 25 years in automation and control for both residential and commercial projects.
Founded in 1977, Vutec specializes in high-end projection screens that deliver amazing lifelike color quality in a wide range of lighting environments. Through state-of-the-art masking technology, their screens transform from a typical flatscreen display to a wide theater-like display at the press of a button. Each screen is custom built within their Coral Springs, FL factory to ensure optimal performance in every installation. Not only does Vutec put a premium on quality, but they take great care to protect your home’s aesthetics as well. Craft beautiful entertainment spaces with their Artscreen and Theater Art systems, which transform your screen or flatscreen into a work of art. Meanwhile, Vutec’s motorized screens recede into a flush ceiling mount and disappear from view when not being used.
Gilbert Briggs founded Wharfedale in 1932 in the Yorkshire Dales of England, building loudspeakers by hand in the cellar of his home. Nearly a century later, Wharfedale remains one of Britain’s most beloved speaker brands, known for pioneering designs and its commitment to great sound at a fair price. Today’s lineup ranges from the acclaimed Diamond Series bookshelf and floorstanding speakers to the heritage-inspired Linton and Denton models, which pair vintage style with modern performance. Whether you’re building a two-channel system for music or a full home theater, Wharfedale delivers rich, natural sound that has stood the test of time.
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