AudioControl announces the Architect P series of multi-channel amplifiers, with 12 or 16 channel options able to deliver over 100 W per channel into 8 ohms or 200W per channel into 4 ohms, all channels driven.

The P series offers 4 models-- Architect Model P2680 EQ (16 channels, 100W, equalisation), the Architect Model P2660 (16 channels, 100W), the Architect Model P2280 EQ (12 channels, 100W, equalisation) and the Architect Model P2260 (16 channels, 100W).

Customers wanting to build a custom audio system might soon have the means to do so with Sonic Blocks, a wireless speaker featuring a modular design reminiscent of the Google Ara smartphone.

The concept behind Sonic Blocks is simple enough-- one first gets a cube-shaped starter kit featuring the "brain" (a computer base handling all connectivity duties), tweeter driver, full range driver and a bass driver. Each panel of the cube is removable and replaceable with other components, such as a supertweeter, lights, Digital Dolby decoder or even modules adding smart home functionality.

The cube carries a battery promising to run for 15 hours on a single charge. Of course it can also be connected to AC power, which should come useful should one decide to build a massive system consisting of multiple modules.

Owners of Sonos audio systems making use of the Plex media manager get some good news-- the latest Sonos app can access Plex music libraries for playback on the wireless speakers.

Plex on Sonos runs like any streaming service, and shows up in the Sonos app once the user links accounts. The tie-in also involves remote access to Plex server files, allowing one to play their music on any Sonos speaker anywhere.

Bowers & Wilkins announces a new colour option for the Zeppelin Wireless speaker-- white, making it ideal for Apple fans wanting a speaker matching their iDevices.

The white Zeppelin Wireless remains identical to its black predecessor. It carries 5 drive units and features 2 double dome speakers (as found in the B&W CM series hi-fi speakers). The two mid-range drivers benefit from FST technology, as well as a drive unit design derived from the flagship 800 series Diamond.

British hifi maker Cyrus Audio takes to Kickstarter to fund development of the SoundKey-- a micro DAC designed for smartphone and tablet use.

According to the Cyrus, while the SoundKey is small and lightweight (around 16g) it still carries a high quality DAC and amplifier to improve mobile device sound. It connects via USB and sips just 50mA of power from the phone, half that of rival products.

It is compatible with Android, iOS and Windows devices, as well as laptops and PCs.

Aftermarket car stereo maker Kicker presents a portable Bluetooth speaker-- the Bullfrog Jump, a tough 2.1-channel number designed for outdoor use.

The Bullfrog Jump features a rugged cabinet complete with IP6 rating and water proofing. Inside are two 4-inch drivers and three 4-inch passive subwoofers, a combination the company says produces a 360-degree sound field.

Customers can daisy-chain one Bullfrog Jump with another via Bluetooth for stereo sound, while a 3.5mm jack is included for the connection of a portable audio source. Control comes through either companion Connect smartphone app or built-in rubber keys.