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While most home audio systems only ever offer the last state-of-the-art technology, in other words home technology that is already out of date as soon as you’ve handed over the cash, the ReVox M-51 is a five-channel AV system that has the future built in and was designed to grow with your audio requirements.  New functionalities can be continuously integrated through simple ‘plug and play’ modules.  This can be done tomorrow or several years down the road, and ensures that you can always incorporate the latest audio technology into your home.

The modules for DVD, decoder and amplifier are already included and further functions such as radio tuner, input/output, satellite radio, audio or video server, multi-room and the multi-room slave module can be simply integrated via ‘plug and play’.  Therefore, it is not only possible to combine all functions as you want, but they can be retro-fitted at any time in the future.

The M-51 is one of the most remarkable home audio systems I have encountered in recent years.  Imagine one component serving all your home AV needs.  The M-51 is a DVD/CD player, FM tuner, home theater processor, home theater amplifier, and multi-room control center all rolled into one little compact unit.  The M-51 consolidates and simplifies your life by reducing an entire system to a single unit controlled by a single remote.  As you would expect from ReVox, the quality of picture and sound is what sets the M-51 apart (audiophiles take note), as the M-51 can even provide an outstanding MM/MC switchable phono stage and the input signal remains entirely in the analog domain unless the surround sound mode is engaged.  In other words you can still play your vinyl collection through the system and with five 60W amplifiers it sounds, well to be honest, fantastic!

The ‘M’ in M-51 stands for modular and that word pretty much sums up what this device is all about.  Easily upgraded and expanded, the M-51 provides a multitude of ‘plug and play’ expansion slots.  For example, the M-51 can be outfitted with a second FM tuner board, so you can listen to two different radio stations in two different rooms.  Future upgrades are easily achieved either by swapping or adding boards, so you can ensure the system always meets the latest technology and your AV needs as they change over time.

The M-51 can run an entire household, providing a home theater experience with full surround sound in one room, and music in up to 32 others.  The M-51 features one of the friendliest and most intuitive user interfaces I have stumbled across, and the ReVox keypads provide the same look and feel in every room.  And best of all the M-51 can be controlled wirelessly from a Pocket PC, laptop, or desktop PC.

The Revox Re:System M51 unites innovative functionality with aesthetic perfection.  High-quality materials and extensive processing support the clear and functional design contours.  The housing is made of solid aluminium with a brushed-finish surface. Great attention was paid to the details of the M51. For example, the solid turning knob is positioned in a brass bearing, guaranteeing perfect rotary movement, while the large and clear digital display is functional aesthetics.

To add to the ease of use and impressive features of the M-51 system, I would also strongly recommend the M-57 Music Server.  Built into a matching aluminum housing, and to the same high standards, the M-57 features a CD-R drive and a hard drive plus software for organizing and playing digital music files.  Based on the iMerge platform, the M-57 Music Server can store up to 4000 of your favorite CDs and distribute them to 8 zones throughout your home.

However, if like me you’re all things Apple Mac, then my favorite way to control your Revox Multiroom System is via the Revox Re:control M232, an iPhone and iPod touch application which allows you to control the complete Revox M-Series Multiroom System.  It is a completely wireless remote control for all major features of the Revox System and combines the simply beautiful touch-based interface of the Apple iPhone with the easy to use Revox AV controls.

About ReVox

ReVox has developed from being just a purveyor of audio equipment to being a provider of state-of-the-art, complete audio solutions.  ReVox can look back over many years’ experience of studio sound technology as it develops high quality technology for use in the home. The perfection embodied in the professional systems is enhanced by the touches of originality, which ReVox includes in its domestic product range.

Today, the company covers not only the audio market but it also provides products for video, multimedia and Multi-room usage. The choice of the right technology, combined with the legendary ReVox customer service means that customers can be sure of enjoying their ReVox products long into the future.  Exceptional quality and exquisite design, gift all demanding music fans an unforgettable experience with their ReVox Home Entertainment System.  Very importantly, with its highly developed Multi-room System, ReVox products allow you to enjoy this top quality throughout your home. The outstanding audio and video quality is further enhanced with intuitive handling and an innovative use of technology, which will meet or exceed all your requirements in terms of comfort and performance. Whatever the future brings… ReVox is already there.

For further information please visit ReVox.com.