Here's our September installment of the shopping guide for all your avid BallerStatus.com visitors who love the newest stuff. Check out our handpicked choices below.
Cerwin-Vega! CVHD Home Entertainment Speaker System
Cerwin-Vega! has unveiled the newest addition to its home audio/video product line with the introduction of the CVHD Series home entertainment 5.1 and 2.1 home speaker systems. The new CVHD Series redefines the home entertainment landscape with its sleek design, performance driven engineering, and very attractive price point. The most noticeable difference between the CVHD Series and the competition stems from a uniform collection of satellite speakers. Unlike many systems that use diminutive surround speakers, the CVHD Series utilizes identical satellites plus the subwoofer. In professional studios, surround mixes are created on systems consisting of multiple, identical satellites. The CVHD Series also benefits from the Cerwin-Vega! Linear Dispersion Speaker Technology™ (LDST), which offers great sound over a larger listening environment. The set is available in 2.1 and 5.1 configurations, with individual satellites available for system expansion. The 5.1 system price is $999 and $699 for 2.1 system. Both are available or Cerwin-vega.com.

Stanton DJ T.90 USB High-Torque Turntable
Stanton DJ, an industry leader in the design and manufacturer of professional audio products, has launched the new T.90 USB High-Torque Turntable. The Stanton T.90 USB is a professional quality turntable with high-torque direct drive motor and a USB output, combining the latest digital technology with a unique style that can only be Stanton. With Key Lock built-in, DJs can adjust the tempo of a record without affecting pitch, while USB and S/PDIF digital outputs make the T.90 USB great for archiving vinyl.
Some features include:
- High-torque direct drive motor and unique design
- USB and S/P DIF output for convenient transfer of music from the turntable to a computer or CD Recorder
- S-Shaped tone arm for superior tracking when scratching
- Unique digital feature like Key Lock (Master Tempo) to adjust the tempo of a record without affecting pitch
- 2 Start/Stop switches for mix or battle setup
- 3 playback speeds (33, 45, 78 RPM), plus Quartz Lock and target light
- Pitch control slider with selectable range (+ / - 8%, 12%)
For more information on Stanton DJ, visit StantonDJ.com.
Stanton Uberstand
In addition to the Stanton turntable, we were able to check out their laptop stand designed for the mobile DJ. It is definitely a must for traveling DJs, because it helps to accommodate a laptop when most venues don't. Made from metal, aluminum and stainless steel, it's sturdy and stable, lightweight, and is folds flat into a 12" bag -- no lie, we tried it. Unfolded, it elevates your laptop above your work space, while providing a specially crafted shelf for your ScratchAmp or external hard-drive. It retails for $99.
Rock RockSmith's Windbreaker
Rocksmith has consistently killed it in terms of design and quality cut & sew pieces. Straight out of the stylish streets of Tokyo emerges this epic brand, which just introduced several new styles -- including the Windbreaker. The Slash Windbreaker shell & lining is made from 100% polyester, and features a hood zipped in the collar, a zip chest pocket, side zip pockets, velcro cuff closure, honeycomb pattern mesh paneling throughout and a RockSmith logo label on the side seam. The jacket comes in to colors, is priced at $ 130 and can be purchased at KarmaLoop.com.
Apple iPod Nano (4th Generation)
Apple's iPod has been the leader of the pack for mini media players since its release, and it's no doubt that their latest version boasts the same quality. With eight amazing colors, a new curved design, and new features, the iPod Nano rocks like never before. The Genius Playlist feature finds the songs in your music library that go great together and makes a playlist for you. With its built-in accelerometer, it is made to move. Give it a shake, and it shuffles to a different song in your library. Turn it on its side to flip through your album art in Cover Flow. And tilt, move, and play accelerometer-inspired games (games available separately). Available in 8 GB and 16 GB models, the 8 GB Nano puts up to 2,000 songs or 8 hours of video in your pocket. It's available on Amazon.com for $149.00.

Iron Man (2-Disc Edition)
The blockbuster Iron Man movie has finally hit DVD. As many of you already know, the film broke records at the box office, and if it wasn't for Dark Knight, it may have finished off 2008 on top. Anyway, here's the two-disc Blu-Ray edition of the film. Get it at Amazon.com for $27.95.
Scandyna: Dock Pack
And if you get that iPod, you definitely need one of these. Scandyna Speakers, a leading manufacturer of innovative and high end audio design, has the compact Dock Pack. Available in black or white, the Dock Pack includes the uniquely designed dock and a set of high quality, supremely designed Micropod SE speakers. It is specifically designed to complement the iPod and combines high quality audio that accommodates multiple iPod models, giving the consumer the ability to dock, play and recharge most iPods. With top quality components, including a Kevlar bass/midrange driver, a soft dome tweeter and an extra durable finish, these speakers set new standards for small designer systems.

Features includes:
- a 2x15 watt RMS Class T amplifier
- seven inserts for use with various iPod models
- remote control
- stereo line output to your subwoofer
The Dock Pack is available at high end audio dealers in 30 countries and is priced at $299. For more information on Scandyna or to locate a dealer nearest you, visit Scandyna-Speakers.com or PodSpeakers.com.
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