Denon, the specialized manufacturer of high-fidelity professional and consumer audio equipment, is all set to launch its new 7.1-channel AV surround amplifier, the AVC-3310 by the end of August. The amplifier comes equipped with advanced connectivity and a user-friendly interface that will surely enhance your level of entertainment pleasure.

The AVC-3310 is compatible with Dolby TrueHD, DTS-HD Master Audio as well as Dolby Pro Logic IIz. It supports HD playback via HDMI port. The amplifier features AL24 Processing Plus technology and video up-scaling capability for DVDs and comes along with a remote control.

Available in black or premium silver, the AVC-3310 amplifier will be released in Japan for around 126,000 Yen ($1,346).

Ultrasone is proud to present its new Ultrasone Zino Headphones. It comes in a set of gunmetal black, semi-open headphones. Featuring an aluminum nameplate, these supra aural headphones have been designed to give you an ultimate and uninterrupted sound experience.

The new Ultrasone Zino Headphones incorporates the S-Logic Natural Surround Sound and Ultra Low Emission technologies. Moreover, these headphones also come with MU Metal bufferboard for reduced field emissions.

Ultrasone Zino Headphones provide a superb 25-25,000Hz frequency range and 35phm impedance along with 40mm gold-plate driver. These headphones come fitted with 3.5mm gold-plate plug. You can pick these headphones in just $129.

If you are just crazy for surround sound then you absolutely have to check out what Audyssey Labs has for you. The company has created a new Dynamic Surrounds Expansion system which will increase the number of speaker used to up to 11. The system focuses on the audio coming form in front of you since that’s what the ears can differentiate best. The DSX has two speakers mounted high at a 45-degree angle and two speakers placed farther to each side to create width. With the two surround back channels and the regular left, right and center channels you get to 11 speakers working for you. That’s right, that’s a lot of speakers which should deliver a great audio experience. Expect the DSX-enabled receivers to arrive this summer and you’ll be on your way to enjoying better movies.

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Sony HT-DDWG700

The Sony HT-DDWG700 is Sony’s entry level Home Theater surround sound system. The DDWG700 supports Dolby Digital, Pro Logic, and DTS decoding and includes optical and coax digital audio inputs and 4 analog inputs. An iPod docking station is included as well to allow users to directly connect their iPods to the tuner.

The impressive 900 watt speakers are not able to make full use of the wattage due to the low impedance of the five speakers and sub-woofer, but at this price point the sound is quite excellent and will certainly give the new home theater enthusiast the desired surround sound experience. Other perks include a built in AM/FM tuner and XM Connect and Play compliance which make they System easy to integrate an XM satellite radio tuner. The Sony HT-DDWG700 retails for a painless $155 to $185.

Logitech Z

The Logitech Z Cinema Advanced Surround Sound System has several advantages over comparable home theater sound set ups. First, the Logitech Z system provides a surround sound home theater experience without the need for rear speakers. Second, the system needs only a single USB connection to your computer to operate and plugs into any standard home electrical outlet. The system will function on Windows XP MCE, Vista Home Premium, or Vista Ultimate editions and the satellite speaker allows you to plug in earphones or an MP3 music player directly. A remote control (included with the system) allows you to access Windows Media center on your computer and manage digital files without getting up.

The Logitech Z Cinema Advanced Surround Sound System is a good entry level system for people who are backing into home theater by streaming movies through a PC. For a retail price that averages right around $250, the Logitech Z system provides lots of sound option for not a lot of money.