CSI: Beethoven
On August 28, Jon Iverson forwarded an AP">http://www.comcast.net/includes/article/print.jsp?fn=/data/news/html//2… article about Christian Reiter, who claims to have diagnosed Beethoven's lengthy decline and eventual death as lead poisoning caused by a salve laced with lead administered by the composer's doctor.
Custom CD Patent Could Impact Future Music Retail Prospects
In an announcement that could stun the neophyte custom CD compilation business and concurrently impact future prospects for the $12 billion music recording industry, superSonic">http://www.supersonicboom.com/">superSonic BOOM has signed an exclusive licensing agreement with Ergon Technology for a patented manufacturing process covering customized audio products. Like Open">http://www.openmarket.com">Open Market's announcement last week that it had received patents from the US government for its e-commerce technology, superSonic's announcement raises more questions than it answers.
Cutbacks at Boston Acoustics; Results Up Elsewhere
It's a season of mixed results in the electronics industry. On April 9, Peabody, MA–based Boston">http://www.bostonacoustics.com">Boston Acoustics announced that it has slashed jobs due to a slow fourth quarter, reducing its workforce from 389 to 327 as a result of slowing sales. The loudspeaker manufacturer expects earnings of more than $4.2 million for the year ending March 31, a figure that puts the company in a profitable position despite a loss of close to $1 million for the final quarter.
Cutbacks at CDnow; Harman Reports Decreased Profits
Despite the best efforts of Federal Reserve Board Chairman Alan Greenspan to extend an unprecedented economic boom, the nation's economy is slowing. The slowdown is causing negative repercussions in many sectors—including the music retailing business and consumer electronics manufacturing.
Cutbacks at Circuit City
The continuing recession is hitting Circuit">http://www.circuitcity.com">Circuit City hard.
Cutting Off the Studio Pirates
It has become commonplace these days for a hot album to hit the streets days—if not weeks or even months—before its official release, inspiring all manner of stupid promo tricks on the part of record labels. Pearl Jam's recent Riot Act was distributed to the press in portable CD players with the lids glued shut and last week saw the White Stripes record label create 500 promo vinyl LPs of the group's impending Elephant release in place of the traditional advance CDs in an effort to stymie the digital pirate's plans.
Cybersleuths Rediscover Information-laden Audio
Throughout the history of the animal kingdom, sounds have always been full of meaning. They provide valuable information on the whereabouts of prey and predator, the location of family, the intentions of friend and foe. Sound cues have always been as important as information obtained by scent and sight.
Cyrus Jumps the Pond
Well known in the European audiophile community, British hi-fi manufacturer Cyrus">http://www.cyrusaudio.com">Cyrus Electronics is preparing for the introduction of its brand in America. The company says it plans to use the upcoming 2002 Consumer Electronics Show next month to scout out US dealers and introduce several new products.
D'Agostino Relentless Monoblocks in Marin County, California
Thursday, July 18th from 4 - 7 PM at our showroom located at 647 Francisco Blvd. E., AVI Marin of San Rafael, California, will hold an intimate listening event with Dan D’Agostino’s Relentless monoblock amplifiers.
D'Agostino Unveils the Momentum Z Mono Amplifier
On January 12, 2026, Dan D'Agostino Master Systems welcomed some 52 international audio dealers and distributors, and four members of the audio press, to the unveiling of the new Momentum Z mono amplifier ($125,000/pair) at the company's factory in Cave Creek, AZ. This 15th Anniversary event included an extended description of the product and a factory tour.