Daniel J SaitmadVR Labs announces affordable Envy Core Video Processor, available through Invision.
madVR Labs, industry player in high-performance video processors for media rooms and home cinemas, has announced the latest addition to its award-winning madVR Envy lineup: The Envy Core.
Available to pre-order through Invision, the new model is half the size, half the weight, and half the price of the Envy Pro MK2—while still delivering the best-in-class, award-winning video processing the Envy is known for, says the maker.
This lower-priced model will be on display at CEDIA 2024. It is expected to begin shipping in Autumn 2024, and pre-orders can be placed now at introductory pricing through authorised madVR Envy dealers worldwide.
High Performance
Its creator says the Envy Core delivers exceptional video processing quality in a compact 2U form factor. It offers features and performance that exceed those of higher-priced video processors from other companies, delivering an unheard-of price/performance value, argues the manufacturer.
Broad Appeal
The Envy Core makes the madVR Envy processing finally accessible to a broader audience. It is ideal for use with more modestly priced TVs and projectors media rooms, and home cinema systems, providing impressive performance and features when the more advanced Envy Pro MK2 or the reference standard video processing of the Envy Extreme MK2 is outside the budget.
Compact Yet Powerful
The Envy Core measures just 343mm x 438mm x 104mm (2U) and weighs only 9kg. This makes it a strong choice for any media room or home theatre setup, especially when space is at a premium, or for mounting behind a TV or in a small cabinet. Despite its compact size, the Envy Core leverages the full power of an Nvidia 4060 GPU and runs ultra cool and quiet, without sacrificing quality.
Feature Unlock and Extended Warranty
The Envy Core delivers the core processing capabilities that the Envy is known for. For those seeking an even more enhanced experience, the aftermarket Core Premium Package is available directly from madVR Labs at the introductory price of just $995. This adds additional features and enhancements and doubles the warranty to four years from the original purchase date of the Envy Core. This significantly enhances the unit’s value by providing lifetime coverage that is fully transferable, including the extended warranty, to a new owner if sold.
Ease of Use
The Envy Core offers the same outstanding intuitive interface and user-friendly menu system as the Envy Pro and Extreme, making it quick to install and simple to operate.
Firmware Updates and Future Features
Envy Core users will receive regular Envy firmware updates with ongoing improvements and new features. Some advanced future features will be available to those with the Core Premium Package and higher editions, while other advanced future features will be exclusive to the Envy Pro and Envy Extreme.
Warranty and Support
The product comes with a two-year warranty on parts and labour, which doubles to four years with the purchase of the Core Premium Package. The warranty period starts from the date the Envy Core is purchased. This warranty is backed by the same service that madVR customers have come to rely on. Additionally, the free madVR Envy Academy Online training course at https://madvrenvy.com/academy-online is the first of its kind in the video processing market to help customers quickly master the Envy and understand how to best use it and tailor it to their preferences.
Richard Litofsky, Co-founder & CEO of madVR Labs, expresses his excitement, “We are thrilled to introduce the Envy Core, our more affordable Envy model, which makes our innovative video processing technology accessible to a wider audience. The market has been asking for an affordable option that packs the core functionality from our high-end models, and the Envy Core delivers just that. This launch is a testament to our continual innovation and commitment to providing unparalleled performance and exceptional value to our customers.”
Ian Mulry, technology specialist at Invision, adds,“The new Envy Core maintains the exceptional quality the award-winning madVR Envy lineup is known for but at a more affordable price point. This breakthrough allows customers to use madVR’s high-end video processing technology in a wider range of installations, making it an ideal choice for budget-friendly home cinemas and media rooms. We’re excited about the possibilities this product opens up for our customers and their clients, enabling them to experience and enjoy top-tier video performance without compromising on their budget.”