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Panasonic Introduces LUMIX BGH1 Mirrorless 4K Camera

Designed to capture cinematic 4K video, the Lumix BGH1 is a little guy, a mirrorless, micro 4/3rds box camera optimized for expandability and versatility. The camera’s small size makes it ideal for intimate shoots & easy portability but belies its impressive abilities. It features a 10.2MP sensor and in addition to 10-bit 4K, it can also capture broadcast-ready Hybrid Log Gamma. Ports include: 2 UHS-II SD card slots, 1 USB-C 3.1, & 1 HDMI output. Wi-fi & bluetooth enable seamless connectivity including networking multiple cameras for simultaneous shooting. Available in December.

October 22, 2020 / Comments Off

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IWC Takes Flight with Top Gun Chronograph

Inspired by an earlier IWC pilot’s chronograph made available only to graduates of the U.S. Navy’s Strike Fighter Training Program aka Top Gun training, IWC’s release of the new Top Gun ‘SFTI’ Edition makes this exclusive, military-developed chronograph available to all. It features a 44mm ceramic case, 3-register design, and look closely—the red tip on the the chronograph seconds hand is shaped like a jet. Who says you can’t mix a little fun with function?

October 19, 2020 / Comments Off

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The MA12000 is the Most Powerful McIntosh Amp Ever

They insist they’re not overdoing it. Okay. But as the most powerful amp to ever thunder out of of the McIntosh lab, the MA12000 pumps out an incredible 350-watts per channel; a two-channel hybrid integrated amp with tremendous power. Merging the analog warmth of a vacuum tube pre-amp with an overbuilt & advanced solid-state amp, you get 350-watts of perfectly balanced audio delivered to your 2, 4, or 8-Ohm speakers. The back offers 10 analog inputs & 7 digital inputs to connect and network all your components.

October 14, 2020 / Comments Off

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The Deus x Zero SR/S is All-Electric Done Right

Created by Zero Motorcycles and Deus ex Machina co-founder Michael “Woolie” Woolaway, the handcrafted SR/S is the first fully customized Zero Motorcycles release. Constructed entirely of carbon fiber composites, the monocoque design blends artisan craft with modern materials & technologies. The torquey yet silent electric powertrain produces 114 horsepower and hits a top speed of 124 MPH.

October 14, 2020 / Comments Off

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This Killer Cooler Keeps It Icy for 10 Days

Designed to be the ultimate Yeti killer, the Furrion eRove cooler is battery-powered, emergency-ready & rolling on all-terrain tires. On a single charge it keeps provisions cold (down to -8º) for 5 days. Add ice & you’ll get a total of 10 days of chill. With a capacity of 50 quarts & powered by swappable ePod batteries, it offers backup juice for your devices via 2 USB ports & 1 fast charge port. Uses AC & DC power as well as supporting solar charging. A funded Indiegogo.

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October 7, 2020 / Comments Off

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This Might Be the Ultimate Travel Trailer

The Living Vehicle is a mobile home but that hardly describes it. It looks like Apple, Tesla, Yeti, & The James Brand got together to create the ultimate travel trailer. Designed in Santa Barbara, CA, it features an all aluminum exterior shell with high-end materials & finishes throughout, plus an automotive-grade power system with enough storage to fully charge your electric vehicle. Rooftop solar, AC, a fold-out patio & awning plus comfortable, convertible spaces inside make it feel like home anywhere you park it.

September 16, 2020 / Comments Off

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Yamaha Rolls Out Dirt-Hungry Wolverine RMAX 1000

Yamaha’s RMAX 1000 range of side-by-sides are the brand’s best & baddest. Offered in 2- & 4-passenger models, they’re powered by a high-revving 999-cc DOHC parallel twin mated to an Ultramatic CVT transmission to deliver flawless throttle response and engine braking. They boast D-Mode driving, preset Sport & Trail modes to attack everything from full-speed fire roads to slow, technical boulder crawling. The new RMAX lineup was just unveiled & already there are more than 100 optional accessories on offer.

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September 9, 2020 / Comments Off

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Dodge Rolls Out 2021 RAM 1500 TRX

The 2021 Ram 1500 TRX is a juiced-up off-road-ready weapon built to send the Ford Raptor flapping back to its nest. Dodge claims that 75% of the TRX build is different from the stock 1500. Way gnarlier obviously. Powered by a Hellcat motor, it delivers 702 horsepower for a 0-60 time of 4.5, boasts a BorgWarner 48-13 transfer case with a rock crawl-friendly low range of 2.64:1, an 8,100-pound towing capacity, plus a high-tech leather-clad interior. Order yours today.

August 18, 2020 / Comments Off

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McIntosh MC1502 Tube Amp: Analog Audio Perfection

Designed for analog-obsessed audiophiles, the 150-watt 2-channel MC1502 tube amplifier from McIntosh delivers unrivaled warmth and impressive punch with its arsenal of vacuum tubes: eight KT88 output vacuum tubes—four assigned to each stereo channel. It also has eight small signal tubes: four 12AX7A and four 12AT7 vacuum tubes; two of each dedicated to each audio channel. Patented transformer technology allows playback through 2, 4, or 8 ohm speakers.

August 13, 2020 / Comments Off

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The SuperStrata is a 3-D Printed Unibody Carbon Fiber Bike

3D printed in industrial-grade carbon fiber, the Superstrata Bike is a lightweight unibody bike that is custom-sized precisely for your height. Designed for street and light off-road use, it is available with or without pedal-assist power, Shimano components, and 5 integrated lights for safety after dark.

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July 27, 2020 / Comments Off

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Airstream Re-Designs Family-Friendly Basecamp 20

Airstream’s compact Basecamp 20 camper gets an impressive refresh for 2021. The family-friendly tow-behind is slightly longer, wider, & taller; providing sleeping space for 2 adults & 2 kids or 3 adults. The floorplan includes a kitchen, bath & a forward seating/lounge area. In the back there’s a hatch into a gear stowage compartment. It’s got the iconic aluminum exterior, and at 3400 pounds, can be towed behind a mid-size truck or SUV.

July 27, 2020 / Comments Off

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The Kuberg Ranger is a 50MPH Off-Road Electric Scooter

Half dirtbike & half electric scooter, Kuberg’s Ranger off-road scooter boasts a powerful 14,000-watt electric powertrain that delivers dirt-slinging speeds up to 50MPH and a range up to 120 miles using a dual battery system. Designed for stand-up or sit-down riding, it features a pop-up pneumatic seat to instantly convert with the push of a button. It also comes with a removable cargo trailer for towing additional gear.

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July 22, 2020 / Comments Off

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Omega To Re-Release Apollo 11 Speedmaster Moonwatch 321

Last year was the 50th Anniversary of the Apollo 11 moon landing and to commemorate that milestone, Omega is releasing a new version of the watch NASA astronauts wore to the moon. The Speedmaster Moonwatch 321 Stainless Steel features a 39.7mm case and a black dial surrounded by a polished black ceramic bezel ring. The watch’s original 321 movement had been out of production for 50 years, Omega’s team labored for 2 years to recreate & update the iconic movement—maybe that’s why this watch is lifting off only now.

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July 22, 2020 / Comments Off

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Omega Introduces Larger 41MM Constellation

You could call the Constellation a north star for the Omega watch brand; at 66-years, it is the oldest collection in the watch company’s history. Born as a chronometer in 1952, the Constellation is revived today in a 41mm case model, retaining the unique “claws” feature at 3:00 & 9:00 from the original design. Roman numerals are also carried over from past updates to the Constellation. Choose from stainless steel, steel with ceramic bezel, gold & steel, and gold with ceramic bezel variants.

July 15, 2020 / Comments Off

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Pixii Rangefinder Balances Tech & Technique

Designed to mimic the feel of manual rangefinder photography in a compact digital camera, the Pixii A series combines classic function—manual controls, Leica M-mount compatibility, and no LCD display panel. Instead it connects with your smartphone, allowing that to be your screen, with an app that allows for easy editing & sharing. It features a 12-megapixel APC-S CMOS sensor and 8GB of on-board SSD image storage.

July 14, 2020 / Comments Off

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Canon Introduces R5 & R6 Full-Frame Mirrorless Cameras

With the release of the EOS R5 and EOS R6, Canon is giving its full-frame mirrorless lineup a serious reboot. The R5 boasts an all-new Canon-made 45MP CMOS sensor and a Digic X processor, enabling 8K RAW video capture at up to 30p, 4K at up to 120p, and still images at up to 20fps. The R6 is equipped with a 20.1MP CMOS sensor enabling 4k capture at up to 60p & crispy slow-mo in 1080/120p. Both feature Canon’s 5-axis image stabilization. Pre-order is open now.

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July 13, 2020 / Comments Off

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WFH with a Desktop CNC

Built as a simple, self-contained system to help you bring precision CNC machining & 3-D aluminum prototyping into your work, hobby, or budding business, Bantam Tools’ Desktop CNC Milling Machine is a very capable unit. Optimized for aluminum. Fully-automated. It features ¼” tooling and a 28K RPM spindle plus powerful software to give you real-time feedback & validation, plus Fusion 360 & SVG file support.

July 9, 2020 / Comments Off

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Ressence Celebrates 10-Years with Innovative “Hourglass” Automatic

To celebrate its first decade of watchmaking innovation, Ressence has created a commemorative edition automatic called the Type 1 Slim X. Its sleek 42mm case has no crown—but a mechanism in the case-back that functions for both winding and setting. The dial is marked by several rotating disks, the brand’s signature Ressence Orbital Convex System (ROCS), which gives it a distinctive modern look that also resembles an hourglass as the disks rotate.

July 8, 2020 / Comments Off

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Bell & Ross Light Up the Deep with Luminescent Diver

Designed to meet the demands of professional deep-water divers, the latest seaworthy watch from Bell & Ross is called the BR 03-92 DIVER FULL LUM. It features a 42mm ceramic case, ISO 6425 certification with waterproofing to depths of 900-feet. A unique combination of green Superluminova C3 & C5 pigments and C3 produce its bright, luminescent dial for easy readability in the darkest depths of the seven seas.

July 6, 2020 / Comments Off

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Rezvani Teases Insane Hercules 6X6 SUV

With the (partial) unveiling of the new Hercules 6X6 SUV, California’s custom carmaker Rezvani blows past expectations yet again. This new super-luxury ’yute is excessive & overbuilt in every way; but not really an off-roader, it’s more of an exotic accessory; the ideal ride for Rodeo Drive or cruising Dubai’s Sheik Zayed road. All we know for sure so far: it’s huge, has 6-wheels & pre-order is open now.

July 1, 2020 / Comments Off

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