Just released: new hi-fi and home theater arrivals – May 2025

Son-Vidéo.com presents the new hi-fi and home theater products for May 2025! Discover the latest generations of equipment designed to let you enjoy all kinds of music, films, TV series and video games to the full!

JBL Cinema SB580 soundbar

Designed to instantly enhance the sound of your TV, the JBL Cinema SB580 is a 3.1-channel soundbar with a wireless subwoofer. It develops a total power of 400 watts and supports Dolby Audio Virtuel technology, for a more immersive experience with films and video games. Thanks to its three front speakers, including a central channel dedicated to dialogue, and its 6.5″ subwoofer, it delivers a full, punchy soundstage. Connected in the blink of an eye via HDMI ARC, Bluetooth or optical, the JBL Cinema SB580 blends easily into any living room. The wireless connection to the subwoofer enables flexible installation, without unsightly cables. Available now for €329.

Bowers & Wilkins Px7 S3 Bluetooth headphones

Successor to the multi-award-winning and best-selling B&W Px7 S2e, this third generation incorporates significant improvements in both acoustics and functionality. The B&W Px7 S3 feature 40mm transducers with biocellulose membranes, combined with dedicated amplifiers in each earcup. This configuration delivers a precise, dynamic sound reproduction that’s rich in detail. The acoustic architecture has been redesigned to reduce distortion and improve sound clarity. The new ANC system uses the latest algorithms to suppress unwanted sounds without altering musical quality, ensuring immersive listening experiences even in noisy environments. Pre-order, €429.

Nintendo Switch 2 console

The Nintendo Switch 2 is Nintendo’s new hybrid console. Eight years after the dazzling success of the first Switch, this new generation promises significantly improved performance, a smoother display, and modern features long-awaited by fans of the Japanese brand. The console boasts a new 7.9-inch (20cm) LCD touchscreen displaying Full HD resolution (1920 x 1080 pixels) and supporting HDR10 as well as VRR up to 120Hz. Storage is increased to 256GB, expandable to 2TB via a microSD Express card, while the new Joy-Con 2 features a more reliable magnetic attachment, a “C” button for voice communication and a mouse-like pointer mode for certain games and menus. The good news is that backward compatibility is guaranteed with the entire Switch catalog, with some titles benefiting from free updates to harness the power of the new machine. Pre-order, €469.

SVS SB-5000 R|Evolution subwoofer

The SVS SB-5000 R|Evolution is the latest addition to the American manufacturer’s subwoofer range. Featuring a 38cm (15-inch) long-excursion driver, 2,000W RMS (5,000W peak) amplification and an advanced DSP, this sealed subwoofer is designed to deliver deep, nuanced bass in both hi-fi and home theater settings. Fully customizable via its mobile app for iOS and Android, this subwoofer also features microphone-based acoustic calibration for perfect integration into any environment. On order at €2,799. Note that this model is also available in a bass-reflex version under the reference SVS PB-5000 R|Evolution.

Samsung S95F OLED TV

Samsung has just launched its new 2025 TV ranges, including the S95F series, successor to the S95D. The flagship of the brand, this range adopts an OLED panel with self-emissive pixels for deep blacks and infinite contrast. The powerful NQ4 AI Gen3 processor ensures high-performance IA Pro upscaling to display all programs in 4K UHD with maximum detail. These Samsung TVs are also HDR10+ Adaptive and HLG Gaming compatible, have a native frequency of 100Hz and can go up to 165Hz to optimize the experience with video games. To pre-order in 55, 65, 77 and 83″ from €2,390.

Klipsch Klipschorn AK7 floorstanding speakers

Launched in 1946, the Klipschorn is a living hi-fi legend. With the new AK7 version, Klipsch revisits its iconic speaker, incorporating technical innovations while retaining its vintage aesthetic. Each pair of speakers is handcrafted in Hope, Arkansas, with matching real wood veneer. The Klipschorn AK7 adopts a three-way architecture, where each driver is coupled to a dedicated horn. The K-771 tweeter features a 1″ polyimide cone, combined with a new extended-phase waveguide for wider dispersion and enhanced clarity. The midrange compression driver has a diameter of 3″ (compared to 2″ on the AK6), offering enhanced dynamics and greater efficiency. Last but not least, the 15″ bass driver, loaded in a fully sealed folded horn, extends bass down to 34Hz with minimal distortion. On order, €25,999 per pair.

FiiO JM21 DAP

Chinese specialist FiiO expands its range of DAPs with the brand-new FiiO JM21, a compact model that focuses on audio performance and compactness while retaining an affordable price tag. With its 4.7-inch (12cm) touchscreen and 13mm-thick chassis, the FiiO JM21 looks like a miniature smartphone, but hides a true audiophile architecture. It incorporates a dual Cirrus Logic CS43198 DAC chip combined with SGM8262 balanced amplifiers, to deliver up to 700mW of power per channel via the 4.4mm output. Compatible with PCM streams up to 32-bit/384kHz and DSD256, the FiiO JM21 is sure to make the most of any music library. In terms of connectivity, the FiiO JM21 comes complete with bidirectional Bluetooth (LDAC, aptX HD, LHDC…), Wi-Fi, a USB-C port for the USB DAC function, and 3.5mm unbalanced and 4.4mm balanced headphone outputs. The player is driven by Android 13, with full access to the Play Store to install Qobuz, Tidal, Apple Music or any other high-quality streaming app. To pre-order, €199.

Samsung Odyssey OLED G8 – G81SF 27″ gaming monitor

Samsung enriches its range of gaming monitors with the Samsung Odyssey OLED G8 G81SF 27″, a high-end display designed for demanding gamers looking for exceptional performance and image quality. Featuring a 27-inch (68cm) QD-OLED panel, it combines 4K UHD resolution (3840 x 2160 pixels) with an ultra-fast 240Hz refresh rate and 0.03ms response time, ensuring optimal fluidity and responsiveness for the fastest games. QD-OLED technology delivers vivid colors and striking contrast, with a native contrast ratio of 1,000,000:1 and 99% coverage of the DCI-P3 color space, guaranteeing total immersion in video games and multimedia content. In terms of connectivity, the monitor features two HDMI 2.1 ports, one DisplayPort 1.4 port, two USB-A ports, one USB-B upstream port and a 3.5mm headphone output, offering extensive compatibility with your peripherals and game consoles. To pre-order, €1,390.

Hisense HT Saturn wireless home theater system

The Hisense HT Saturn is a 4.1.2-channel wireless home theater system, designed to deliver an immersive sound experience with a minimal footprint. Comprising four wireless satellite speakers, a subwoofer and a central hub, it supports Dolby Atmos and DTS:X technologies for three-dimensional sound spatialization. Each speaker satellite speaker incorporates three drivers, including one dedicated to vertical effects, for 360° sound diffusion. The subwoofer, equipped with a 6.5″ driver and 280W amplifier, delivers deep bass down to 40Hz. The entire system delivers a total power output of 720W, providing a dynamic, balanced sound reproduction. The wireless system facilitates installation, eliminating cumbersome cables and allowing flexible speaker placement in the room. To pre-order, €1,490.

Sony BDP-S1700K Blu-ray player

Sony focuses on efficiency and simplicity with its BDP-S1700K player, a compact, affordable solution for enjoying movies in Full HD Blu-ray quality. Ideal for complementing a secondary TV or as a simple, high-performance home theater base, this versatile player supports Blu-ray discs in native 1080p, with automatic DVD upscaling for near-HD rendering. Sony also incorporates its TRILUMINOS technology, which enriches the color palette and delivers more natural nuances, particularly visible on faces and landscapes. As for audio, the BDP-S1700K supports Dolby TrueHD and DTS-HD Master Audio, ensuring faithful sound reproduction when paired with an AV receiver. It also plays Super Audio CD (SA-CD), FLAC, WAV and DSD files. Available, €109.

TCL Q8C QLED televisions

With the Q8C series, TCL sets a new milestone in the world of premium TVs. Renowned for its excellent value for money, the Chinese brand combines the latest advances in Mini-LED backlighting and QLED PRO technology. The heart of this range is a QD-Mini LED panel, combining high-precision backlighting with Quantum Dot crystals for rich, bright and precise colors. The number of localized backlighting zones has been significantly increased, enabling better control of blacks and highlights in complex or high-contrast scenes. The result: visual dynamics worthy of the best cinema screens, with a maximum brightness of up to 5,000 nits on certain models, and extensive coverage of the DCI-P3 color space. Gaming enthusiasts have not been left out: the Q8C range boasts a high native refresh rate of 144Hz, accompanied by VRR, ALLM and AMD FreeSync Premium Pro technologies. As for audio, TCL has pulled out all the stops, with a sound system created by Bang & Olufsen and compatible with Dolby Atmos and DTS Virtual:X. Available in 65″, 75″, 85″ and 98″ from €1,449.

Valerion VisionMaster Pro 2 projectors

Young brand Valerion has arrived on Son-Vidéo.com with several projectors, including the Valerion VisionMaster Pro 2, which establishes itself as a high-end solution for home theater enthusiasts. Featuring DLP 4K UHD technology and a triple RGB laser light source, it offers ISO brightness of 3,000 lumens and a dynamic contrast of 15,000:1, ensuring sharp images and vibrant colors. This projector covers 110% of the Rec. 2020 color space, guaranteeing faithful color reproduction. It supports HDR10+, Dolby Vision, IMAX Enhanced and Filmmaker Mode, for an immersive visual experience in line with filmmakers’ intentions. Running Google TV, it offers direct access to the main 4K streaming platforms as well as compatibility with AirPlay 2, Chromecast and Miracast. Connectivity is provided by HDMI 2.1, USB 3.0, Wi-Fi 6E and Bluetooth 5.2 ports. Available, €2,990.

New power supply guide

Son-Vidéo.com brings you monthly guides on hi-fi, home theater, and the latest audio and video technologies. This month, we’ve put together a guide on the importance of the power supply. Read on to find out how it affects the performance of your hi-fi or home theater system, and even your TV.

The world of hi-fi and home theater still has many surprises in store, with new technologies, enhanced performance and improved user comfort arriving all the time. While you’re waiting to discover these innovations, why not take a look at our previous hi-fi and home theater releases?