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Sony XR-65X90J 4K HDR TV review
John Archer  |  Jan 17, 2022  |  0 comments
hcchighreccomendSony's latest mid-range TV isn't a member of the Mini LED glitterati. Will that put off John Archer?

Many TV brands have adopted Mini LED technology this year, but Sony is having none of it. Its 4K LCD models for 2021, including the upper mid-range 65X90J under examination here, persist with the 'standard' LED lighting that LCD displays have been using for years. Happily, though, this certainly does not prevent the 65X90J from being seriously desirable.

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'THX Dominus' loudspeakers to hit the UK
HCC News Team  |  Jan 17, 2022  |  0 comments
Perlisten Audio's S Series is primed for largescale cinema systems, range includes floorstanders, centre, monitors, height/surrounds and seven subwoofers
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CES 2022: Panasonic unveils LZ2000 OLED TV flagship, adds 77in screen size and new gaming features
Steve May  |  Jan 04, 2022  |  0 comments
Panasonic has taken the wraps off its new flagship OLED TV for 2022, the LZ2000, at CES. The high spec screen will be available in 55in, 65in and, in a first for the brand, 77in screen sizes. Panasonic dubs this new ultra large screen ‘Master OLED Pro Cinema Size’.
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The HCC 2021 Christmas Gift Guide!
Team HCC  |  Dec 14, 2021  |  0 comments
On the hunt for a Blu-ray boxset to binge on Boxing Day, or some AV add-ons for your cinema room? We draw up a wish list of accessories, software, movie merch and more
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Jungle Cruise 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray review
Steve Withers  |  Dec 14, 2021  |  0 comments
Emily Blunt and The Rock are all charm in this action adventure with an old-school feel
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Televisions
Panasonic TX-48JZ980 48in 4K HDR OLED TV Review
Steve May  |  Dec 03, 2021  |  0 comments
hccbestbuybadgev3Be you an avid gamer or film fan, this 48in OLED TV has what it takes to impress, says Steve May

Back when HCC was fresh of face, Star Wars was a trilogy and the Marvel Cinematic Universe had peaked at Howard the Duck, the very thought of a 48in TV would have blown my mind. A 36in set was typically as large as you could get back then, and even that would have required a van full of mates just to get it out of the box. An ultra-thin 48-incher would have been the screen of dreams, home cinema nirvana.

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Subwoofers
Velodyne DB-15 Subwoofer
Mark Craven  |  Dec 03, 2021  |  0 comments
hcchighreccomendThanks to its monster 15in driver, Velodyne Acoustics' new sealed subwoofer gives Mark Craven a taste of the low life

Long-term AV fans will remember Velodyne. Once the go-to for superior, face-melting subwoofers, the American company picked up awards left, right and centre for its range of bassmakers, particularly the flagship DD+ series, which peaked with a terrifying 18in model.

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LG 75QNED99 8K LCD TV Review
John Archer  |  Dec 02, 2021  |  0 comments
hcc_recommendedLG's new 8K LCD TV turns to Mini LED lighting and the result is typically – but not quite always – breathtaking, says John Archer

Mini LED is perhaps the TV technology story of the year. The implementation of LEDs far smaller than those of conventional backlights has helped put TCL on the TV map and taken Samsung's 2021 Neo QLED TVs to new heights. And now it's back to (hopefully) revolutionise LG's LCD fortunes with the 75QNED99, a 75in 8K model with a price tag far more tempting than the company's 8K OLEDs.

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Denis Villeneuve's Dune to hit 4K Blu-ray on January 31
HCC News Team  |  Dec 02, 2021  |  0 comments
Latest cinema adaptation of Frank Herbert's celebrated sci-fi novel will also land on premium VOD platforms on Monday
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Accessories
Elipson Music Centre Connect HD Networked Stereo Amplifier/CD Player Review
Ed Selley  |  Dec 01, 2021  |  0 comments
hcchighreccomendHi-res network playback, app control and multiroom expansion give Elipson's latest Music Centre a modern feel, says Ed Selley – but he appreciates its CD playback too

If you have had contact with French manufacturer Elipson in the UK, it is likely to be on account of its distinctive-looking (read: spherical) Planet loudspeakers, or its Prestige Facet lineup (the latter including Dolby Atmos upfiring modules – see HCC #291). But as well as these offerings, the company makes a small number of smaller electronic goodies. We previously looked at its Chroma 100 turntable in HCC #318, and now it's the turn of the recently updated Music Centre to receive our attention.

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