JVC Speaks Out, Harman Expands, and Dolby Vision 2 Arrives | Home Theater News Review!

Home Theater News Review Podcast Season 3, Episode 14

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👉**CHAPTERS**

00:01 Intro

01:07 Show Sponsor: SVS

02:12 Show Sponsor: madVR

03:39 Time Machine Segment: Texas Chainsaw Massacre

06:55 Begin Lightning News: JVC

08:35 Devialet Phantom

10:48 Epson Lifestudio Projector

12:12 AudioControl Hyperion

13:25 Dirac: Marantz and Denon

14:49 ZVOX AV835

16:03 Dolby Vision 2

18:26 Capital Audio Fest

20:24 Florida International Audio Expo 2026

21:24 Harman Buys Sound United: Official

25:13 Check in with Michael Scott, AV Nirvana Disc Reviews

26:40 New to Disc this Week

28:25 Kaleidescape Content Update

30:33 Streaming and Disc Charts

32:51 Disc and Gear Deals

👉**SVS INFORMATION**

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👉*MadVR ENVY INFORMATION**

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🔹AudioControl Hyperion Interview: https://youtu.be/kE1y1Lh8W8g

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👉*FORUM LINKS*

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-For the latest news, including stories covered in this episode:

https://www.avnirvana.com/forums/av-industry-news.6/

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👉**SHOW SUMMARY**

On this episode of HTNR, we’re catching up on the biggest stories shaping the world of home theater and AV. JVC sets the record straight after a controversial projector shootout, Epson partners with Bose for its new LifeStudio projector line, and AudioControl debuts the Hyperion series packed with Dirac Live ART room correction. We’ll talk about Dolby Vision 2’s next-gen HDR advancements, ZVOX’s dialogue-boosting AV835 soundbar, and Harman’s major move to acquire Sound United—bringing brands like Denon, Marantz, and Bowers & Wilkins under one roof. Plus, we’ll touch on the latest in disc releases, streaming trends, and a few can’t-miss deals of the week for enthusiasts looking to upgrade their systems.

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