Jacob Green

Marantz’s entry-level stereo components are always among the most recommendable options for audiophiles just getting started in the hobby, or anyone looking for high-value gear at accessible prices. The brand’s award-winning PM6007 integrated amplifier and CD6007 CD player have been best-sellers for six years now, but stiff competition from brands like Rotel and Cambridge Audio forces even a market-leader like Marantz to keep things fresh.

Loewe Technology, known for making high-end, style-driven TVs, has acquired the venerable French loudspeaker manufacturer Cabasse. Loewe says that this is a strategic move intended to help the German brand “become the go-to benchmark in luxury electronics.” Both companies are known for distinctive European style, and Cabasse brings cutting-edge audio engineering and acoustic performance to the table.

In a shocking (and shockingly brief) statement dated July 7th, the respected Danish loudspeaker manufacturer Dynaudio announced that it will “cease operations of its commercial activities in North America and permanently shut down its U.S. subsidiary in the fall of 2026.” The company said it has made the decision “to focus its future market development efforts on Europe and Asia as part of its long-term business strategy.” This is sad news for the American audiophile.