All prices in U.S. dollars unless otherwise specified.
Denon AVR-5700 A/V receiver
 Synopsis of Product / Unique Features: The AVR-5700 from Denon may well be the most sophisticated and powerful Dolby Digital / DTS A/V receiver yet created. It is the first such device that delivers either rear channel information to dipoles for movies or direct-radiating speakers for music sources (i.e. DTS -encoded 5.1 audio CD's.) Moreover, it does this automatically, choosing the most effective rear channel speaker configuration. Several proprietary technologies went into the DSP and surround sound processing to attain a high level of sonic accuracy.
The AVR-5700 delivers awesome resolution with five premium Burr Brown 24-bit / 96kHz DAC's, anticipating the advent od DVD-Audio. The internal amplification delivers a high impact 140 watts per channel (x5). And finally, Denon has included a realistic number of digital inputs, no less than 9.
Price: $2800
Availability: February 1999
Denon DCM-370
 Synopsis of Product / Unique Features: This five CD changer with HDCD processing is more than an entry level piece. The HDCD processing extends the dynamic range of most CD players to a 20-bit level.
Price: $297
Availability: 1st Quarter 1999
Denon AVR-1600
 Synopsis of Product / Unique Features: Now there is no reason for anyone entering home theater with a DVD player, to forgo Dolby Digital due to expense. This 60 watts (x5) A/V receiver is the answer to all entry-level consumers. Incorporating 6-channel inputs, the AVR-1600 is future ready for either DTS or DVD-Audio additions.
Price: $399
Availability: 1st Quarter 1999
Marantz DVD-930
 Synopsis of Product / Unique Features: This new 24-bit / 96kHz DVD player includes a Dolby Digital processor, an output for DTS passthrough plus component video outputs offer superior video performance.
Price: $849
Marantz SR-18
 Synopsis of Product / Unique Features: This THX Ultra A/V receiver delivers 140 watts into five channels. Both Dolby Digital and DTS processes are incorporated. 6-channel inputs are provided, making it possible to upgrade to DVD-Audio when the format is approved.
Price: $2700
Available: 2nd Quarter 1999
JM Lab home theater speakers
 Synopsis of Product / Unique Features: Entering the home theater market in a big way is high end speaker manufacturer JM Lab. At CES they've introduced three new series of products along side the Utopia system. Each series provides a center and dipole speaker for home theater. The Tendai Series offers two bookshelf and three floor models. The speakers start at $350 and range as high as $1100. The Cobalt Series spans the price range of $1050 to $2500. The Electra Series begins at $2300 and tops out at $7500.
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M&K 750THX
 Synopsis of Product / Unique Features: This is the first speaker system to qualify for the new THX select certification. This new THX standard was established by Lucasfilm for small rooms that measure 2000 cubic feet or less. A wide assortment of colors and finishes are now available for series 80, 125, 150 and subwoofers.
Price: $2142
Currently Available.
M&K 750THX
 Synopsis of Product / Unique Features: This 100 watt powered subwoofer only takes up an amazing one square foot. This sub is available in black or white.
Price: $795
Pioneer HTZ-7
 Synopsis of Product / Unique Features: This executive lifestyle system contains a DVD/CD player and an AM/FM tuner. The main unit is connected via a single digital interconnect cable to the subwoofer, which houses a Dolby Digital decoder and amplification. The system is controlled by a fancy touch-screen LCD remote. If this small system is still too intrusive, hide the main unit and leave out the acrylic display, which reflects all changes made by the remote.
Price: $2500
Availability: January 1999
JBL ESC125 and ESC333
 Synopsis of Product / Unique Features: How about a complete 6-piece speaker system for a small den or bedroom? No problem with these compact systems. The ESC125 compliments any ProLogic or Dolby Digital receiver. If you need a compact and complete system, the ESC333, which includes a Dolby Digital decoder and four inputs within the subwoofer, is calling your name.
Price: $399, $599
Availability: ESC333 available in Spring 1999. The ESC125 is currently shipping.
Yamaha DVD-C900
 Synopsis of Product / Unique Features: Next time you have a marathon Saturday of movies you'll want to have Yamaha's DVD-C900 changer. Available in both black ($999) and gold ($1199) finish, this changer is compatible with both Dolby Digital and DTS DVD's.
Availability: April 1999
Yamaha RX-V995
 Synopsis of Product / Unique Features: Flagship 5-channel receiver with a powerful 100 watts x5, offering both Dolby Digital and DTS decoding.
Price: $999
Currently Available.
Yamaha NS-A1738
 Synopsis of Product / Unique Features: 4-way speaker with side firing passive woofer.
Price: $599 a pair
Yamaha RX-V495
Synopsis of Product / Unique Features: A Dolby Digital receiver with 6-channel input on the rear panel for adding DTS and DVD-audio (when available). The entry level price of this Dolby Digital receiver makes it a no-brainer if you want to add DTS or DVD -audio capabilities.
Price: $399
Availability: 1st Quarter 1999
Proton AA 1660 and AS 2621
 Synopsis of Product / Unique Features: For less than $1200 Proton offers a compact and versatile home theater combo. The AA 1660 delivers 60 watts by 5. The unit is bridgeable to 3,4 ot 5 channels. The AS 2621 seems a little shy on inputs but it does provide inputs for the hook-up of a DTS decoder.
Price: $500, $600
Proton AVS-2681 A/V receiver
 Synopsis of Product / Unique Features: Delivering 80 watts (x5) per channel and incorporating a Dolby Digital receiver, Proton showed off the AVS-2681 in an attractive black matte chassis.
Price: $900
Availability: 2nd Quarter 1999
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