[May 01, 2013] Sony Introduces Home Audio Product Line Tweet May 01, 2013 (Close-Up Media via COMTEX) -- At a special listening and audition event on April 25, Sony Electronics introduced its 2013 Home Audio product lineup, highlighting the STR-DN1040 Audio/Video Receiver and the HT-CT660 Soundbar. According to release, the products will be available in June. "Our rich audio legacy leads consumers to expect continued innovation and performance from Sony audio products," said Neal Manowitz, director of Sony Electronics' Home Audio group. "The newest AV receiver in our line has the simplest, most user-friendly interface, which when combined with a world first and only AVR feature set of built-in Wi-Fi, AirPlay and Bluetooth connectivity, raises the bar with respect to usability, and does so with knockout sound performance. Likewise, the new soundbar extends the Sony line and brings theater-like, high-definition sound to any room in the house, with Bluetooth ease and convenience." The STR-DN1040 AV Receiver delivers home theater performance with 7.2 Channel 1155 Watts (165 W x 7) of power and ten HD inputs (8 HDMI in), and features a newly redesigned chassis, an increased power transformer as well as Sony-designed capacitors and audio-grade transistors. Sound is further produced through support of Dolby TrueHD, Pro Logic IIz and dts HD enhanced audio codecs. For outstanding picture performance, video signals can be converted up to 4K Ultra HD HDMI. Complementing the sound performance is ample connectivity for HD and 4K Ultra HD devices, supporting both new and legacy connectivity. The HT-CT660 Soundbar is a 330 Watt system. The 2-way, 4-driver mica reinforced speaker system delivers sound complemented by a wireless. The three HDMI inputs allow connection to up to three devices, such as gaming consoles, Blu-ray Disc players and cable or satellite boxes. Sony's S-Force PRO Front Surround 3D technology synchronizes sounds to match the motion and depth of images on screen so viewers enjoy a fully immersive, simulated 3D surround experience without the bother and clutter of surround sound speakers. Sony also unveiled its complete Home Theater lineup, including the BDV-N8100W and BDV-N7100W "home theaters in a box." Both products feature 1000W, 5.1 channel 3D Blu-ray Disc Full HD 1080p playback, with built-in Wi-Fi to stream Netflix, HuluPlus, Pandora, the Sony Entertainment Network and more, and wireless rear surround sound speakers. Additionally, NFC or Bluetooth enabled devices connect with one touch. The BDV-N8100W system also features 3-way, 47-inch floor standing speakers, with the upper portion of the speaker separable for wall-mounting installations. More information: www.sony.com/news ((Comments on this story may be sent to [email protected])) [ Back To TMCnet.com's Homepage ]