The HSX109 is a leading edge product which we believe out performs all of the others in that sector.

I still can't believe the HSX-109 didn't get the CES award from TechTV in that category, and the $2000 player did. The reason quoted for the HSX not getting it was "Well, if consumers are going to spend more then $1000 on this type of thing, they might as well go all out". They also seemed to like the fact that the $2000 one could share to other units, aparently they missed the fact that the HSX would share to cheaper RioRecievers...

Of course, this comes from the same company that gave the empeg a horrid review just due to the high price and amp requirement. At least they liked the Rio Riot over the Nomad Jukebox (Their previous favorite, and battery draining device).