Dynaudio celebrated its 25th anniversary in 2002 with the release of one the finest compact loudspeakers on the market, the Special Twenty-Five. The first “Limited” edition, with its special burled birch veneer and a solid aluminum back plate signed by Dynaudio’s co-founder and CEO Wilfried Ehrenholz, sold out quickly.

In response to repeated requests from the market, Dynaudio decided to re-issue the Special Twenty-Five for a limited period of time. This latest edition is similar to the very first, but in celebration of Dynaudio North America’s 15-Year Anniversary, the North American market re-issue of the original anniversary model will be a limited run of 75 pairs finished inan exclusive Bordeaux stained, gloss over bird’s eye maple veneer featuring a
signed solid aluminum back plate and a 15 year warranty.

Dynaudio Special Twenty-Five

Special Twenty-Five Product Highlights

Equipped with the most advanced Dynaudio driver technology like the first edition, the Special Twenty-Five is equipped with the finest Dynaudio driver technology: The legendary Esotar² tweeter with neodymium magnet and vented rear chamber, mated to a 20 cm (8 inch) woofer. This driver is a technical descendant to the driver in Dynaudio’s unparalleled flagship Evidence Master model. Equally advanced is the 1st order crossover, using select components on a glass fibre enforced PCB.

High-quality ceramic resistors are mechanically and thermally stabilized by the cabinet’s aluminum back plate. With all this technology, the Special Twenty-Five performance delivers the substantial sonic impact of a floor standing loudspeaker with the homogenous balance and precise imaging characteristic of a fine two-way compact speaker. With an excellent sensitivity of 88 dB and a linear impedance,the Special Twenty-Five offers an ideal match for a very wide range of high-quality amplifiers.

The finest in technology.

Exclusive Bordeaux finish
The exclusive Special Twenty-Five re-issue for North America will feature a limited Bordeaux finished (gloss lacquer over bird’s eye maple veneer) cabinet, master crafted by hand in the Dynaudio cabinetry facility in Denmark. The classic yet advanced cabinet construction is comprised of multi-layered low resonance MDF/LDF wood panels with an overall thickness of 30 mm, additionally braced in specific areas.

The rear of the cabinet is equipped with a solid aluminum back plate, carrying the name of the loudspeaker and the signature of Dynaudio co-founder and CEO Wilfried Ehrenholz commemorating the 25th anniversary of Dynaudio marking the year when this venerable model was first introduced as well as the 15th anniversary of Dynaudio North America which this re-issue honors.

And a specacular cabinet and finish.

The final re-issue — available for a limited time only

Because of the extensive time and effort to produce a Special Twenty-Five, along with the limited availability of only 75 pair produced in the exclusive Bordeaux finish, the 2010 re-issue of this model will only be available for a short period of time. With this re-issue, Dynaudio enthusiasts will have one last chance to acquire one of the market’s most revered high-end compact loudspeakers in its original anniversary version.

The Special Twenty Five will begin shipping in September and is priced at $5,750 per pair.

We are pleased to report the B&W 805 Diamond has been presented an EISA (European Imaging and Sound Association) award.
This award is considered and voted upon by many Hi Fi reviewers of the European community. The EISA panel concluded: “Bowers & Wilkins’ classic 805 standmount loudspeaker gets the ‘Diamond’ makeover. Additionally, boasting an innovative 4-magnet motor design, the new Nautilus tube-loaded tweeter, a revised bass/midrange driver and uprated crossover are housed in its matrix-inspired cabinet. This compact speaker is available in three beautiful finishes – cherrywood, rosenut and piano gloss black – that reflect its status as a true luxury product.”
“As the the voice of a top quality hi-fi system, and without dominating the furniture in your living room, the Bowers & Wilkins 805 Diamond offers a highly refined and beguiling sound that’s hard to resist.”

The B&W 805 Diamond. Shown here in Rosenut. $5,000.00 per pair

Here are a few ” after ” shots.

Our Burlingame whole house upgrade is complete. Here is the Family Room cabinet. It holds not only the Surround Sound System for the room but also all the electronics for the rest of the home. Marantz, Furman, Crestron, Spatz, Artison and more.

The Master Bedroom is beautiful. A complete HD Home Theater all hidden away. All controlled via Crestron touchscreen. It's as easy to operate as it is good sounding!

All the speakers in this home are B&W. In-wall or in-ceiling it just doesn't get any better!

2 I-Pod docking stations, FM radio, Blu Ray and 2 Comcast cable boxes are our sources. All accessible and controllable from any room in the house!

We found the B&W Panorama to be a great problem solver for those with limited space or those that can’t or don’t want wire and multiple speakers in a room.  The product offers a VERY clean look and sounds wonderful.

The folks at Sound+Vision agreed!

B&W's Panorama Sound Bar $2,200.00

The B&W Panorama offers sleek and sexy look!

Here is a real world look at the Panorama once we installed it in the Master Suite of one of our Alamo clients.

Here are a few more shots of our Burlingame whole house update.  We have been working on re-routing all the wire to a location that will offer our clients easy of operation and us easy of service!

The gym area prep'd for TV installation.

We have removed all the old control system and old fashioned volume controls and replaced with Crestron keypads or touch screens.

All the old in-wall and in-ceiling speakers are removed and replaced with B&W! They not only will sound much better but wait til you see the look!

The old in-ceiling speaker.

The NEW B&W in ceiling speaker. The frameless design offers a much cleaner final look!

The new B&W CWM-663 offer the same elegant look as the new in-ceiling models!

We have hung 4 TV’s and backed them up with Furman AC-215’s for AC enhancement / protection.

The Master Suite. TV above the fireplace and prep'd for the B&W CCM-816's!

Here are the promised “before pictures. This is a beautiful Burlingame Hills home. Large, multi floor with lots of rooms, all with purpose.  We are setting about a complete update.  Two home theaters, complete whole house audio and HD (1080p) video distribution and a new control system. A couple of stand alone TV’s and outdoor sound.

As you will see, we have removed all the old volume controls along with the old distributed audio system. This will be replaced with Crestron keypads, touch screens and remotes. All the old speakers, both in-wall and in-ceiling will be removed and replaced with B&W in-wall and in-ceiling speakers for superb sound though out the home.

When we are done this home will sing!

The cabinet has been emptied and all the wire for the entire audio / video distribution system is being re-routed here. The entire home electronics system will center here. This area will also be the center of viewing for the family room.

The beautiful Master Bedroom will have a Panasonic Pro 50 inch plasma above the fireplace. In-ceiling B&W speakers, an Artison in wall subwoofer and Crestron automation will leave this room free of the clutter a home theater can create. Great sound, stunning picture and 1 button operation!

All the old style knob based volume controls will be replaced with Crestron keypads, Crestron touch screens or in the case of the guest rooms new Decora slide volume controls. Most rooms will have complete control of the entire system!

Home Theater Design and Installation in Fremont, California (CA)

Home Theater Design and Installation in Fremont, California (CA) customized to the way you live… Sound Cinema Integration is a full-service home audio/video and integration company specializing in Home Theater design and installation in Fremont, California (CA).

Home theater technology today offers many choices. Designing and installing a home theater that will integrate seamlessly with the way you live requires more than an intimate knowledge of those technologies. It requires an approach that puts lifestyle first, and understands how technology can be applied to best suit those needs.

Sound Cinema Integration offers the kind of experience and specialized knowledge that no one else in Fremont can claim. The partners have a combined 50 years’ experience in home audio, video and automation. Between them they have gathered expertise and certifications in some of the most sophisticated and complex home theater systems available. We take a team approach built upon a staff of dedicated experts, all specialists in the different areas of home theater design and installation, audio, video, automation and integration.

Our approach to home theater design and installation is customer-centric. Always, you’re the expert on you. Our job is to listen, then integrate your dreams with our knowledge, so that what we do will work for you. Our ultimate goal in home theater design and installation is to make your music, your movies, and your television more accessible, more compelling, and more fun.

Sound Cinema Integration offers a full range of services in Fremont, California (CA), including:

• Home theater design and installation
• 2-channel or multi-channel audio
• Whole house audio and/or video distribution
• Outdoor and indoor projects
• Existing homes, new construction, or remodels
• Fully licensed, bonded and insured
• Crestron design and programming of touchscreen controls, remotes and systems
• All programming and set-up
• Home networking
• ISF Calibration and set-up of projectors, TVs and video monitors
• Residential video surveillance systems

B&W Bowers & Wilkins speakers in Atherton, California (CA)

Sound Cinema Integration is Atherton, California (CA) source for B&W Bowers & Wilkins…For more than 40 years, the B&W Bowers & Wilkins name has been synonymous with the word “professional.” The business was built on a close affiliation with professional sound engineers, who have exacting demands for not just the performance of their loudspeakers, but also attributes like reliability. (A studio monitor has to survive loads of abuse in its lifetime.) When B&W’s classic 801 speaker was introduced in 1979, it soon became the reference speaker in nearly all of the world’s classical recording studios, including EMI Abbey Road, Decca and Deutsche Grammophon.

From the beginning, discerning audio enthusiasts in Atherton, California (CA) and the world over followed the lead of the professionals, flocking to B&W for their home systems. The company has continued to innovate, introducing game-changing products like the legendary Nautilus and, more recently, the world’s first Diamond-Dome tweeter. And they’ve expanded their reach into home theater, becoming a preeminent manufacturer of in-wall and in-ceiling speakers for home and professional use.

Our 20(?) year relationship with B&W has been pure pleasure. Their commitment to customer service is without equal, another facet of the professionalism on which they’ve staked their reputation. Being chosen to represent them in Atherton, California (CA) and the entire Bay Area is a vote of confidence from a company we respect highly.

Sound Cinema Integration offers a full range of services in Atherton, California (CA), including:

• Home theater design and installation
• 2-channel or multi-channel audio
• Whole house audio and/or video distribution
• Outdoor and indoor projects
• Existing homes, new construction, or remodels
• Fully licensed, bonded and insured
• Crestron design and programming of touchscreen controls, remotes and systems
• All programming and set-up
• Home networking
• ISF Calibration and set-up of projectors, TVs and video monitors
• Residential video surveillance systems

The B&W Sig8 NT’s perform as billed.  An audiophile listening experience built into the wall! And the sub may be one of the best sub’s in a system we have heard. Seamless bass with no point of origin. The sound will only get better over the next few weeks as things break in.

All of the electronics are hidden away in a remote location.  Rotel RSP-1570 and the Rotel RMB -1565 to power the system. A Marantz Blu Ray for stunning picture quality.  Furman AC-215 at the LCD Flat Panel TV and an Elite 15 at the component location to protect and condition the AC power.  And to insure the BEST in digital music recreation a LINN Majik DS, Digital Streaming Player.

Once the new cabinets are installed and the system has broken in a bit we will go back for one final visit to re-calibrate the sonic performance and do a final calibration on the LCD Flat Panel TV. Until then we can share these photos.

LCD TV from Samgung, 3D-HDTV, B&W Sig8 NT's for right, left and center speakers. The IWS4 in wall sub is to the right behind the paper wall hanging.

The TV floating in its alcove.

All the electronics wired and living in their closet.

Krell Audio in Lafayette California (CA)

Sound Cinema Integration is Lafayette, California (CA)’s authorized Krell Industries dealer… When you’re talking about home audio electronics, there are few with a reputation that can match Krell’s. This manufacturer is among the elite, and for good reason. They are completely uncompromising when it comes to performance. Their build quality is unparalleled. Their electronics have advanced the state of the art in both home and professional arenas. And their products look extremely hot. (We’d say “gorgeous” but that’s too dainty for the sleek, muscular good looks of these bad boys.)

They’re consistently at the top of every industry “Best of” list. Most recently, Krell’s Modulari Duo Reference speaker was named Best Audio Product of 2009 by cnet news. Their Evolution and S-Series amps, preamps, processors and players regularly induce drooling among respected industry reviewers.

Krell is somewhat elusive as a brand: you won’t find them in every corner A/V store. Sound Cinema Integration is among a proud few. Our relationship with Krell goes back more than 20 years. We were chosen to represent Krell in Lafayette, California (CA) and the Bay Area because of our intimate knowledge of their products. We know how to integrate Krell products into a system so that their inherent strengths can shine, creating simply the best sound you can imagine.

Sound Cinema Integration offers a full range of services in Lafayette, California (CA), including:

• Home theater design and installation
• 2-channel or multi-channel audio
• Whole house audio and/or video distribution
• Outdoor and indoor projects
• Existing homes, new construction, or remodels
• Fully licensed, bonded and insured
• Crestron design and programming of touchscreen controls, remotes and systems
• All programming and set-up
• Home networking
• ISF Calibration and set-up of projectors, TVs and video monitors
• Residential video surveillance systems