SONY PS-HX500 - Record Player

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Today I'm looking at the PS HX500 Hi Res Audio Turntable. Which Sony say has been refined and designed to combine School Vinyl with a digital interface.

Apparently there has been a resurgence of vinly perhaps it's because 'these sound better'(the Rock) maybe it's that crackle that adds a little je nais se quois to your music (la Haine) either Sony have gone out there to cater for this niche.

So let's talk a little about well...how plain this looks. There really is nothing particularly that jumps out at you and says this is a premium bit of kit. Other than the Hi Res sticker on the front. I do like Sony products but I have to say if that sticker is the only thing that makes this look expensive what else does it offer that we can't see.

Well this Turntable can plug into to your PC or Mac via a USB cable and has the ability to capture your favourite Vinyl music in all its former glory in an option of file formats all the way up to DSD. Which is the same quality as super audio CD for those of you old enough to remember those things.

However if you think your getting away without installing at least some Sony software your having a bubble bath ain't ya. You will need Sony's software the good news is that it will be available on Mac as well as PC.

So if your looking for a record player and when I say record I mean Vinyl. Which has been perfectly balanced with shock absorbers and can been be perfectly aligned and tweaked, and that can record as in tape... As in record...which is like right click save as... Or you could just use it as a vinyl Turntable and plug it into an amp... and listen hear quick... if you enjoyed this video hit the like button, Subscribe and you will be one of the finest subscribers known to mankind!

SONY H.EAR G - SRS-HG1 - Wireless Speaker

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Today I'm looking at Sony's new portable wireless Hi Res Audio speaker. What is Hi Res Audio I hear you say. One of my first videos was actually about that. It's basically 24bit sound as opposed to 16bit. Any way let's look at the key features and come back to that. 

This new speaker looks very much like Sony's old portable speakers. It's not exactly what you would call an out of the box design, and I say that because well it just looks like a box...but anyway.

Sony say H.ear go delivers extra base and has been designed with dance music in mind. And utilizes the S Master HX digital amplifier to deliver a rich sound via its 2 drivers and central passive radiator. With the power of actually Sony haven't specified this yet. But they say it could be equal to a knockout punch from....

Now listen here Sony say this the world's smallest Hi Res Audio portable speaker which it most probably is. Although there is just one question. Can you stream full Hi Res Audio to it? The answer is sort of. It has Sony's on LDAC which might also be a Klingon swear word. LDAC allows you to stream near Hi Res Audio quality transferring data at up to 990kbps via Bluetooth. Thanks to its WiFi capabilities the H.ear speakers can be added to your sony multi-room set up using the Sony Songpal app.

So if looking for a speaker for when your on the go. Which delivers a wider frequency audio than any of its competitors and comes in multiple colours, and supports multi room and LDAC streaming, and the power to last up to 12hrs. Then you might want to go and check out the H.ear go from sony

I got just one question can you get Hi Res Audio sound quality from single mini audio jack? 

House of Marley - REBEL Bluetooth on-ear Heaphones

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Check it out another awesome pair of Headphones from the House of Marley! * If you enjoy this video and you subscribe that means you are now one of the finest subscribers known to Mankind! The REBEL BT on-ear headphones deliver all the same sustainable comforts as it's wired little brother with Bluetooth technology at an affordable price.

Check out this un-boxing video for these ROAR headphones from the House of Marley. They look like they sound good...lets see! keep an eye out for the full video review coming soon. Also check out our BETA version of the official WhatGear Website www.TheFinestReviewsKnowntoMan.com Check it out and please leave us suggestions for improvements.

Wirelessly stream music with the Get Together™ Bluetooth® portable audio system. The built-in rechargeable battery, Bluetooth, and convenient 3.5mm input make it simple and easy to connect hundreds of devices and fire up your tunes whenever and wherever you need them. The exclusive REWIND™ fabric cover and natural bamboo front and back panels are beautiful and sustainable.

WhatGear attended the Homemedics/ Jam Audio / House of Marley Xmas in July event. It held in Holborn, London. We got to meet the Legendary chef Otto from the Famous Fat Duck restaurant. We also got meet a spokesman Mike from Jam Audio. Also we

Apple Store to stock Devialet Phantom!

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Have you heard it? Its AMAZING news the Phantom will coming to an APPLE Store near you soon! 

If you have been following WhatGear for some time you will know that I am a big fan of the Devialet. In particular the space aged speaker that goes by the name of the PHANTOM. It is truly unique and I could go into a detailed spiel about it...but I won't because here is a video I made earlier...

DEVIALET PHANTOM REVIEW

This is a GROUND breaking bit of kit from a french company. Engineered to perfection. This really takes wireless speakers to a whole new level. If you get a chance to actually hear one of these I'm pretty sure you won't regret it.

Devialet enjoyed this video so much so that I actually got invited to the exclusive press event in Shoreditch. Where we got exclusive access to meet developers and designers from Devialet. It was great experience and you know what... I think WhatGear might have some of the worlds only video content from that day. You might see pics elsewhere but nothing like this. I also got to meet the CEO of the company who didn't seem to like my Napoleon joke. I just wish I had prepared a few more questions.

SONY HEAR ON HEADPHONES

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So...SONY taking a new more colourful approach to the Headphone market. The MDR100AAP are due to hit stores in time for Christmas. With the price tag expected to be around £199 can you see these headphones competing with the likes of Beats and Bose?

Check out my first impressions on these headphones from SONY Murder 10 RC headphones. What is Hi Res Audio Video- http://youtu.be/Gwp20gvsX1o?list=UU134rgaltHWHrkYc-R8lkZg MDR 1R WhatGear Review - http://youtu.be/NdFwk55AFD0?list=UU134rgaltHWHrkYc-R8lkZg

What Gear Reviews...Maybe the finest reviews known to man. Check out these Hi-Res Audio Headphones from SONY. So after spending a week with these SONY Hi-Res headphones, find out what I think of them. Check it out!

SONY's 5.1 surround sound soundbar! HT-RT5

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Check it out! Another WhatGear review from WhatGear: Sony's description: Get the authentic home cinema experience from a compact system including a slim sound bar and wireless rear speakers. Just plug in the HT-RT5 and instantly enjoy 550W of 5.1ch real surround sound.

Immersive cinematic surround sound meets outstanding High-Resolution Audio. With the HT-ST9, you'll enjoy sonic perfection whether you watch, listen, or play. @WhatGearReviews **Wisdomous** ;)

So are you after even more bass in your face? and a reasonably priced home entertainment system. Then you should check out this review of the SONY ht gt1!

Whether wall-mounted or flat, the beautiful HT-NT3 matches stylish, streamlined design with outstanding High-Resolution Audio for a breath-taking listening experience.

NEW* Similar to the HT ST7, but different. But still pretty awesome. Check out the details we have so far. ENJOY ;)

DEVIALET PHANTOM - 45 Day Give Away

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Devialet are so confident in their Phantoms that they are will to bank on it. I had the opportunity to meet to meet the CEO of the Devialet. I was a n honour he didn't like my jokes though... Anyway follow this like for you 45 day trial of what might be the finest wireless speaker known to mankind!

Let us know what you think of the Phantom.

This is a GROUND breaking bit of kit from a french company. Engineered to perfection. This really takes wireless speakers to a whole new level. If you get a chance to actually hear one of these I'm pretty sure you won't regret it.

So if you didn't see my video on the Devialet Phantom you should check that out! The PHANTOM is a new invention and a very high wireless speaker. I guess we could call it... a French wifi speaker revolution.... I was kindly invited along to this press event, it was a good day.