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Marc Rushton

StereoNET’s Founder and Publisher was born in England and raised on British Hi-Fi before moving to Australia. He developed an early love of music and playing bass guitar before discovering the studio and the other side of the mixing desk. After writing for print magazines, Marc saw the future in digital publishing and founded the first version of StereoNET in 1999.

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SpeakerCraft Distribution Moves to QualiFi

Custom Installation specialist brand, SpeakerCraft, has announced its move to Melbourne-based QualiFi for...

Posted in: Lifestyle | Integration

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Foxtel Takes On Netflix with Binge

From next week consumers will have more video streaming choice with Foxtel launching 'Binge',...

Posted in: Home Theatre

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Marantz Celebrates ‘End of 40-Year Era’ with Special Offers

Around two years ago, Marantz celebrated brand ambassador, Ken Ishiwata's 40th Anniversary by releasing...

Posted in: Hi-Fi | Home Theatre

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Brisbane Hifi Inducted into KEF Elite Dealer Program

In just their second appointment outside of the USA, KEF has announced one of Queensland's premier...

Posted in: Retailer News | Hi-Fi | Headphones | Home Theatre

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Bowers & Wilkins Home Cinema Bundle Bonuses

As Winter closes in and the days get shorter, home cinema season approaches and Bowers & Wilkins wants...

Posted in: Home Theatre

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A Bigger Screen and Big Bonuses with Sony

Sony Australia's projector distributor, Audio Active, has put together a bundle that not only puts a...

Posted in: Home Theatre | Visual

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Australia’s New Destination for Hi-Fi Bargains

There is a new destination for scoring a hi-fi bargain in Australia, and while the range is significant,...

Posted in: Hi-Fi | Headphones | Home Theatre | Lifestyle

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BenQ TK850 4K Projector Unboxing Video

StereoNET's Tony O'Brien unboxes and gives a brief overview of BenQ's new TK850 4K UHD DLP...

Posted in: Home Theatre | Visual

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In-akustik Delivers New Reference Micro Air Cable Range in Australia

Germany's highly respected cable manufacturer, In-akustik, has released its latest audiophile cables in...

Posted in: Hi-Fi

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Electrocompaniet Launches ECI 80D Integrated Amplifier

Norway's Electrocompaniet and its new product announcements are generally few and far between, and...

Posted in: Hi-Fi

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Densen Audio Technologies Breathes New Life Into Older Models

Densen's CAST line of products was its first venture into the streaming market, but now a new...

Posted in: Hi-Fi

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ELROG Vacuum Tubes Now Available in Australia

German manufacturer of vacuum tubes that have become widely popular, ELROG, have appointed Line Magnetic...

Posted in: Hi-Fi

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Philips 804 OLED TV Arrives in Australia

The first TV I ever bought was a second-hand black-and-white model. When a housemate overwatered the pot...

Posted in: Visual

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Audio-technica Launches ATH-ANC300TW True Wireless Earphones

Everyone's doing true wireless earphones, including lots of pop-up brands of uncertain reputation. But...

Posted in: Headphones

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Campfire Audio announces new and updated Earphones for 2020

Oregon USA's Campfire Audio, one of the go-to in-ear monitor brands for head-fi enthusiasts, has...

Posted in: Headphones

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New Samsung 8K QLED TVs On Sale Now

The bigger the TV screen, the more resolution you need for a sharp picture. That's now easier to find...

Posted in: Visual

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KEF Appoints First Elite Dealer Outside USA

In an Australian first, KEF has announced the appointment of Melbourne Hi Fi as its very first KEF Elite...

Posted in: Retailer News | Hi-Fi | Home Theatre | Industry

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“Hundreds of new titles” coming to IMAX Enhanced

IMAX Corporation together with Sony Pictures Entertainment this week have announced they would "release...

Posted in: Home Theatre | Visual

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JBL’s Stage Loudspeakers More Affordable

If there's one thing American speaker giant JBL knows, it's the stage, and live...

Posted in: Hi-Fi | Home Theatre

Reviews

BenQ GV1 Portable Projector Review

Pat Pilcher tries out movies on the move with this personal portable projector…...

Posted in: Home Theatre | Lifestyle

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Periodic Audio Nickel Headphone Amplifier Review

Don’t be fooled by its diminutive dimensions – this minimalist portable amp punches above...

Posted in: Headphones

Reviews

Amazon Echo Studio Smart Speaker Review

Does the reality match the hype? Pat Pilcher sounds out this small smartspeaker…...

Posted in: Lifestyle

Features

What the hell is ‘Custom Installation’?

Whenever I tell a new contact that I work in the 'custom installation' industry, I'm usually...

Posted in: Integration | Technology | Smart Homes & IoT | StereoNET

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Hegel Launches 7 Day Home Trial Program in Australia

Norway's Hegel Music Systems has long been held in high regard with audiophiles throughout Europe. Now,...

Posted in: Hi-Fi

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Amazon Prime Video Launches Video Store

Amazon Prime Video has today launched its Prime Video Store in Australia, allowing you to either rent or...

Posted in: Home Theatre | Visual