HTNR: Sony’s New RGB Tech is Called...? THX Expands, and a Wild New Modular HiFi System!

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⏱️ Chapters

00:00 Intro and episode overview

00:48 Show Sponsors begin

01:03 Show Sponsors, SVS

01:49 Show Sponsors, madVR Labs

02:51 Lightning Round begins

02:58 Sony True RGB Mini-LED announcement

04:11 THX expands certification labs in China and Taiwan

05:21 Majority Audio sets Bluetooth speaker record

06:26 Alcons CRMS LF18 SL Mark 2 subwoofer

07:30 Paradigm Premier Series V2 speakers

08:38 Cambridge Audio MSX compact speaker lineup

09:48 Revel PerformaBe Series update

10:41 Kaleidescape adds Angel Studios content

11:29 Featured Story, Advance Paris Nova modular system

14:28 Disc reviews and Michael Scott highlights

15:25 New to Disc releases this week

16:43 Top selling 4K discs

17:22 Kaleidescape content update and preorders

18:55 Streaming charts via JustWatch

19:34 Gear Deal of the Week, Denon AVR sale

20:39 Show close

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📺 Episode Summary

On this episode of HTNR, we dive into another full slate of AV industry news, starting with Sony officially stepping into the RGB Mini-LED conversation with its new “True RGB” approach, alongside THX expanding certification capabilities with new labs in China and Taiwan. The lightning round also highlights new gear from Alcons Audio, Paradigm, Cambridge Audio, and Revel, covering everything from ultra-slim infrasonic subwoofers to redesigned speaker platforms aimed at improving dispersion and real-world performance.The episode’s featured story centers on Advance Paris and its new Nova ecosystem, a modular, expandable approach to integrated amplification that blends classic design with modern features like streaming, DSP, and flexible system configuration. It’s a different take on how two-channel systems can evolve in a world increasingly influenced by home theater functionality.We wrap things up with disc and streaming updates, including new 4K and Blu-ray releases, Michael Scott’s latest reviews, Kaleidescape additions and preorders, and a look at current streaming trends. A timely Denon AVR sale closes out the episode, offering a budget-friendly path into home theater.

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