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Sound+Image is Australia's no.1 mag for audio & AV – sister magazine to Australian Hi-Fi and to the UK's What Hi-Fi?, and bestower of the annual Sound+Image Awards, which since 1989 have recognised the year's best hi-fi and home cinema products and installations. While Sound+Image lives here online as part of our group, our true nature is best revealed in the print magazines and digital issues, which curate unique collections of content each issue under the Editorship of Jez Ford, in a celebration of the joys that real hi-fi and high-quality AV can bring. Enjoy essential reviews of the most exciting new gear, features on Australia's best home cinemas, advice on how to find your sound, and our full Buying Guide based on all our current and past award-winners, all wrapped up with the latest news and editorial ponderings. Click here for more information about Sound+Image, including links to buy individual digital editions and details on how best to subscribe.

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Step inside the world's best home cinema – a 'church cloister' entrance, gold ceiling and 15,000W sound system

By Sound+Image published 5 November 23

'Surprise us!' was the minimalist brief from the owners. And Wavetrain Cinemas certainly did, building them an Australian home cinema judged to be the world's best in CEDIA's 2023 global awards.

Loewe announces new brand, new TVs, Bluetooth speakers and headphones

By Sound+Image published 11 September 20

The revived Loewe brand is promising a new youthful range for early 2021

BenQ GS2 review

By Sound+Image published 19 August 20

Fancy a movie in your tent, or a binge on your bedroom wall? BenQ’s dinky and portable GS2 is ready to oblige.

Sony HT-X9000F review

By Sound+Image last updated 19 August 20

Sony's compact HT-X9000F soundbar makes sense with a Sony TV, but proves otherwise unremarkable.

MartinLogan Motion 60XTi review

By Sound+Image last updated 19 August 20

If you've got the room for it, the Motion 60XTi from MartinLogan offer exceptional audio, particularly from the custom tweeter design.

A supercar to match your super-hi-fi: all from South Australia's supertech cluster

By Sound+Image last updated 13 August 20

Kyron audio systems are now available for Brabham Automotive customers to order in liveries matching their BT62.

Google Nest Hub review

By Sound+Image published 20 June 19

Google's Nest Hub is a Google Home smart speaker with a screen. It works brilliantly in the kitchen, and makes a superb photo frame.

Marantz ND8006 review

By Sound+Image published 11 January 19

The Marantz ND8006 is a streamer, a DAC and a CD player, aiming to be your complete digital source.

Pioneer VSX-LX303 review

By Sound+Image published 4 January 19

Pioneer's VSX-LX303 delivers nine channels of movie soundtrack power and plenty of features at a remarkable price.

Marantz NR1609 review

By Sound+Image published 18 December 18

Marantz's NR1609 delivers 7.1-channel sound from a more home-friendly box than most AV receivers.

Sony STR-DH790 review

By Sound+Image published 6 June 18

Though not without limitations, Sony's STR-DH790 brings surround power to your lounge at a nice price.

Epson EH-TW5600 review

By Sound+Image published 16 January 18

Epson's affordable EH-TW5600 home cinema projector delivers fine-looking bigscreen movies.

Toshiba 65U7750A review

By Sound+Image published 23 November 17

Award-winning performance from this 65-inch 4K Android TV that brings Toshiba back to Australia with a bang.

Pioneer SX-S30 review

By Sound+Image published 26 June 17

Pioneer's neat, smart amp is the perfect hub for stereo TV sound and music streaming.

Gryphon Diablo 300 review

By Sound+Image published 14 February 16

True high-end amplifier performance from the music-loving Danes.

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