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

Son-Vidéo.com presents the latest hi-fi and home theater releases for October 2025! Discover the latest generation of equipment designed to let you enjoy all kinds of films, TV series and music to the full!

Hisense 116UXQ 116″ RGB-MiniLED TV

The Hisense 116UXQ raises the bar for XXL TVs with its 293cm RGB MiniLED panel that’s capable of delivering a record-breaking brightness of 4000 nits and 95% coverage of the BT.2020 color space for unrivaled 4K Ultra HD colorimetric precision. Its Hi-View AI Engine X adjusts the picture and sound in real time for optimum results, with HDR Dolby Vision IQ, IMAX Enhanced and an Anti-Reflection PRO filter to ensure perfect legibility in all lighting conditions.

Designed for both cinema and gaming, this extraordinary model provides a native frequency of up to 288Hz, HDMI 2.1 and FreeSync Premium Pro compatibility, as well as an immersive 6.2.2 Devialet audio system with Dolby Atmos. Available for €19,990, the Hisense 116UXQ is a spectacular alternative to a high-end projector.

Technics SL-40CBT turntable

The Technics SL-40CBT turntable is a direct drive model combining audio heritage and contemporary connectivity. It provides stable and precise rotation thanks to its iron coreless direct drive motor, while the S-shaped aluminum tonearm ensures accurate groove tracking. It comes with a pre-mounted Audio-Technica AT-VM95C cartridge and features a built-in MM phono preamplifier for easy connection to active speakers or an amplifier. This model also stands out with its Bluetooth option (aptX Adaptive + SBC), which allows you to stream your vinyl record wirelessly to compatible speakers or headphones. Available to pre-order, €799.

Devialet Phantom Ultimate connected speakers

With the new Phantom Ultimate speakers, Devialet pushes its fusion of design and sonic power even further. The Devialet Phantom Ultimate 98 dB delivers an output of 400W RMS for a frequency range of 18Hz to 25kHz in a compact format that’s easy to install anywhere. The 108 dB model adopts a three-way architecture to reach 1,100W RMS, cover 14Hz to 35kHz and fill large rooms with a spectacular soundstage and physical bass. Both feature modern functions: AirPlay 2 connectivity, Google Cast, Spotify Connect, Tidal Connect, UPnP, Bluetooth 5.3, and a discreet touch-sensitive interface on the surface. They can be used individually or paired together to create a wireless stereo system. Available from €1,500.

Bluesound Pulse Cinema and Cinema Mini soundbars

Bluesound is hitting hard with the Pulse Cinema, an all-in-one soundbar capable of delivering 500W via a network of 16 drivers (3.2.2) incorporating vertical channels to create a truly immersive Dolby Atmos experience. It features the BluOS system for multi-room streaming, has multiple inputs (HDMI eARC, optical, RCA), offers bidirectional Bluetooth connectivity, and allows you to add rear speakers and a subwoofer wirelessly. Available to pre-order, €1,199.

The Pulse Cinema Mini, meanwhile, takes the acoustic DNA of the bigger model and packs it into a compact 85cm format. With 280W and virtualized Dolby Atmos processing, it offers surprising immersion for smaller spaces (bedrooms, secondary living rooms, etc.) without sacrificing modern features such as BluOS, automatic orientation, or the option of adding a wireless surround system. Available to pre-order, €899.

B&W PX8 S2 Bluetooth headphones

The B&W PX8 S2 are the latest flagship ANC wireless headphones, with a slimmer, more comfortable design that still uses high-end materials (Nappa leather, aluminum). They are equipped with a brand-new generation of 40mm carbon transducers, combined with an optimized DSP system, to deliver a more precise reproduction, better controlled lows and superior stereo separation. They benefit from a Bluetooth 5.3 controller with support for aptX Adaptive and Lossless codecs, offer 30 hours of playback and feature eight microphones for better voice pickup and more efficient noise cancelling. They also have a USB-C connector and a 3.5mm jack input for wired listening, as well as a settings app with customizeable equalisation. Available, €729.

Xgimi Horizon 20 projectors

Xgimi has renewed its range of projectors with three new models: the Horizon 20, Horizon 20 Pro and Horizon 20 Max. They all share the same technological base (4K projection, triple-color RGB laser source, Dolby Vision support, HDR10+, Filmmaker Mode, and IMAX Enhanced certification), while offering increased power depending on the model. As the entry-level model, the Xgimi Horizon 20 has a brightness of 3,200 ISO lumens, which is sufficient for use in a room that isn’t very bright, while the Pro reaches 4,100 lumens for better visibility with ambient lighting, and the Max can achieve up to 5,700 lumens for a vivid picture during the day.

These projectors are aimed at both movie lovers and gamers: they all feature ultra-low latency (1ms at 240Hz/1080p), automatic adjustments (focus, keystone, obstacle avoidance), and a Google TV operating system with Wi-Fi 6 and Bluetooth connectivity, as well as compatibility with the main streaming platforms. The Max model even has an optical zoom, a wide lens shift and adaptive image compensation, making it a high-end solution for demanding installations. Available to pre-order, from €1,699.

KEF Muo portable Bluetooth speaker

The KEF Muo is a portable Bluetooth speaker that offers a sophisticated listening experience in a portable design. It delivers 40W of power through a 20mm tweeter and a high excursion midbass driver, with a frequency response of 43Hz to 20kHz and a maximum sound pressure level of 90 dB. It uses Bluetooth 5.4 connectivity with support for the aptX Adaptive codec, ensureing high-quality wireless transmission and low latency. To play digital tracks, it also features a 24-bit/48kHz USB DAC. As for battery life, the KEF Muo impresses with up to 24 hours of playback and offers a quick charging function that provides 3 hours of music after just 15 minutes. It is also rated IP67, ensuring protection against water and dust, making it ideal for use outdoors. Available to pre-order, €269.

Onkyo Icon amplifiers and preamplifiers

Onkyo is making a big comeback in the hi-fi world with the Icon series. Featuring the Onkyo Icon P-80 preamplifier, the Onkyo Icon M-80 power amplifier and the Onkyo Icon A-50 integrated amplifier, this range combines modern design and cutting-edge electronics. The Icon A-50 amp and Icon P-80 preamp both benefit from built-in Dirac Love calibration, as well as a wide range of connectors including an HDMI ARC port and a 32-bit/768kHz DAC. The Onkyo Icon A-50 develops 140W per channel into 8 ohms in class AB, while the Onkyo Icon M-80 power amplifier delivers 130W into 8 ohms, also in class AB. Their three-stage Inverted Darlington architecture is combined with exclusive DIDRC (Dynamic Intermodulation Distortion Reduction Circuitry) technology to reduce intermodulation distortion and ensure a linear reproduction from 5Hz to 100kHz. Available to pre-order on Son-Vidéo.com.

New Auracast Bluetooth guide

Every month, Son-Vidéo.com presents numerous guides about hi-fi and home theater, as well as the latest audio and video technologies. This month, we have put together a guide about Auracast Bluetooth, a revolutionary technology for sharing audio wirelessly. With Auracast, a single device can send a signal to an unlimited number of compatible headphones or speakers, turning your TV, smartphone, or network player into a true universal transmitter. Convenient for watching a movie with others without disturbing those around you, listening to a live concert in a public venue, or improving accessibility for the hearing impaired, Auracast promises to redefine the way we experience sound. In our guide, we explain how it works, its advantages over traditional Bluetooth, and the possibilities it opens up in the world of hi-fi and home theater.

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, take a look at our previous hi-fi and home theater releases.