Epson has launched the Professional Cinema LS9000, its most inexpensive entry within the Professional Cinema projector sequence, focusing on dwelling theater fanatics and avid gamers. Debuting on the Audio Recommendation Reside occasion in Raleigh, North Carolina (August 1–3, 2025), the LS9000 is priced at $3,999, providing a lower-cost different to the higher-end LS12000 mannequin ($5,999). Regardless of its lowered price, the LS9000 retains many premium options, positioning it as a robust worth in Epson’s lineup.

The LS9000 is a 4K 3LCD laser projector with assist for HDR10+, HDR10, and HLG codecs, making certain enhanced picture high quality for motion pictures and video games. It makes use of a long-lasting laser mild supply rated for 20,000 hours. Whereas its brightness stage of two,200 lumens (white and shade, ISO/IDMS rated) is lower than the LS12000’s 2,700 lumens, it’s well-suited for conventional dark-room dwelling theater settings.

One of many key highlights of the LS9000 is its gaming capabilities. It options two HDMI 2.1 ports that assist 4K decision at 120Hz, making it appropriate with next-generation gaming consoles and PCs. Extra options embrace assist for eARC and ARC for superior audio passthrough, and Epson’s ZX Image Processor, which handles real-time body interpolation and picture enhancement.

The projector additionally features a motorized lens system with powered zoom, focus, and lens shift (±96% vertical, ±24% horizontal), providing versatile set up choices. A powered lens cowl robotically closes when the projector is turned off, and reminiscence zoom settings enable straightforward adjustment for ultra-wide 2.35:1 screens. Compatibility with third-party anamorphic lenses additional expands its versatility for cinema-style setups.

The LS9000 affords a distinction ratio of over 2.5 million to at least one, aided by a two-speed Dynamic Distinction adjustment, contributing to sharp 4K picture copy with deep blacks and shiny highlights. In comparison with Epson’s Q-Sequence projectors—high-brightness fashions geared toward open media rooms—the LS9000 is optimized for devoted dwelling theater environments.

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