New Kaleidescape home cinema Strato players open the door to more movie lovers
For years, Kaleidescape has been the gold standard in luxury home cinema systems. It’s trusted by those who want the very best in picture and sound. Now, thanks to two new additions—the Strato E and Strato M—this world-class experience is more accessible than ever. These models deliver the same core Kaleidescape magic at a significantly lower price, making this the perfect time to explore how it can transform your movie nights.
A few years ago, the company introduced a forward-thinking and capable management team. Since then, it has pushed hard to make the system more attractive and more accessible than ever before.
Introducing the Strato E and Strato M
The new Strato E is a compact, all-in-one player. It supports reference 4K video with SDR, HDR10 and Dolby Vision. Like all Kaleidescape players, it also handles lossless multi-channel and spatial object-based audio, including Dolby Atmos and DTS:X. You can use it on its own or as part of a larger system.
Strato E offers a single playback zone and stores around six films on its internal solid-state drive. It can download a movie in about ten minutes over gigabit Ethernet. The interface is streamlined for smaller collections and easy navigation. By default, it removes watched content after 48 hours to free up space—unless told otherwise. You can re-download anything you’ve purchased from the Kaleidescape Store at any time.
The Strato M comes in at an even more attractive price. It delivers the same Kaleidescape experience but with reference 2K video output, which still exceeds Blu-ray quality. Both models work with Terra Prime movie servers for increased storage and system scalability.
Everything People Love About Kaleidescape—Still Here
These new models don’t cut corners. Most of the features that made Kaleidescape famous remain intact, especially when used within an expanded system.
Since all content is downloaded, not streamed, you get full bit-rate audio. That means Dolby Atmos and DTS:X in all their uncompressed glory. Video is equally impressive, with lossless 4K or 2K playback. For serious film lovers, this is as close as you get to sitting in the director’s chair.
Finding something to watch is fast and enjoyable. The Kaleidescape interface helps you discover films quickly. Browse by cover art, actor or genre, or create custom collections for any occasion.
Kaleidescape is also highly adaptable. Start with a single Strato E or M. Add players in other rooms or bring in a Terra server as your collection grows. The system evolves with your home and your needs.
The arrival of the Strato E and Strato M is a game-changer. They reduce the cost of entry without compromising on performance. Whether you’re building a dedicated home cinema or upgrading your main living room, these players give you powerful new options.
Streaming works fine for casual viewing. But if you value high-performance AV, you’ll notice the Kaleidescape difference immediately. It’s like switching from MP3 to vinyl—once you’ve experienced it, there’s no going back.
And don’t forget—these systems aren’t off-the-shelf boxes. Only experienced home cinema professionals can supply and install them. That means you get a system tailored to your home, your lifestyle and your viewing goals.