The 2012 International CES saw the launch of Stars of CES – a new Awards scheme from the world's leading home entertainment buyer's guide, showcasing the music- and movie-boosting heroes - of the world's greatest tech show.

Centered on the audio exhibits in The Venetian, Stars of CES highlighted the show's most impressive debuts – from the latest high-tech streaming solutions to the very best in traditional hi-fi and AV.

And the winners (in no particular order) are:

• Arcam rPac portable DAC
• Rega RS10 loudspeakers
• Bang & Olufsen Beolit 12 Airplay system
• Monitor Audio Shadow Series speaker package
• Meridian M6 active loudspeakers
• McIntosh MC275 50th anniversary integrated amplifier
• Dynaudio Xeo wireless active speakers
• Audio Research Reference DAC Digital Media Bridge
• Krell Phantom III stereo preamplifier
• Wilson Audio Alexandria XLF loudspeakers

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