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Music

Qobuz has come clean on its artist royalty compensation and while the number trumps the competition -- is anyone making money?

War Live In Japan 1974: New archival live recording captures So Cal progressive soul-funk band at peak powers. War Live In Japan 1974: New archival live recording captures So Cal progressive soul-funk band at peak powers.

Music

Curated from high quality live recordings made as the band toured Japan including Shizuoka, Tokyo, Osaka, and Kobe, War’s Live In Japan 1974 is...

Sennheiser HD 550 Headphones Sennheiser HD 550 Headphones

New Products

Gaming is driving the headphone market and Sennheiser's new HD 550 might be a fantastic option below $300 for audiophiles and gamers.

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Daily Deals

Spring time is here and with it the opportunity to bring home a giant TV at a great price to enjoy all the basketball...

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Amplifiers

Lots of power, bridgeable configuration options, and rack-compatible sizes add flexibility to any custom home theater setup.

Kaleidescape Strato V 4K Movie Player Editors' Choice 2025 Kaleidescape Strato V 4K Movie Player Editors' Choice 2025

Reviews

The Quality of Physical Media, The Convenience of Digital Download.

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Gift Guide

Cost-no-object Audiophile Gear Cost-no-object Audiophile Gear

Floorstanding Speakers

When money is no-object in building a high-end audio system, this is the audiophile gear you'll want to check out first.

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New Products

Pro-Ject's Artist Series of turntables has expanded with a new offering paying homage to the legendary band from down under. The price might leave...

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Integrated Amps & Stereo Receivers

The WiiM Vibelink drops streaming, but users gain an inexpensive, flexible, and powerful integrated amplifier.

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New Products

The award-winning Focal Bathys wireless noise cancelling headphones arrive in a new black color option for $699, the same price as before.

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Over-Ear Headphones

HiFiMAN Arya Unveiled open-back headphones feature exposed planar magnetic drivers and an all-new sound. Find out how it compares to the prior Organic and...

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Integrated Amps & Stereo Receivers

At only $1,499 USD, the Naim CI-Uniti 102 feels like a streamlined Uniti Atom in a pair of skinny jeans.

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New Products

At $300, Sony is going to make UHD 4K fans both happy and somewhat upset with new UBP-X700/K Blu-ray disc player for 2025.

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Reviews

STAX SRM-400S Electrostatic Headphone Amplifier

Headphone Amps

At $1,300, is the STAX SRM-400S capable of driving some of the best headphones in the world?

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Over-Ear Headphones

Are the Grado Signature S950 really that different? Two significant changes to their design and a more balanced sonic approach make them an emotional...

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Dongle DACs

Does the iFi GO Bar Kensei justify the $120 bump in price over the standard model?

Muarah MU-2 Phono Tube Preamplifier Muarah MU-2 Phono Tube Preamplifier

Reviews

Can the $2,150 Muarah MU-2 compete with phono preamps from EAR, Pro-Ject, and MOON? Rich and filling like our favorite cabbage rolls and nobody...

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Over-Ear Headphones

Not inexpensive at $5,995, but the Audeze CRBN2 Electrostatic Headphones might be one of the best ever made.

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Dongle DACs

iFi Audio's latest budget dongle DAC boasts impressive specs and looks the part, but how does it sound?

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Philips Roku 65-oinch OLED TV

HDTV 4K & 8K TV

Philips has teamed up with Roku to deliver a budget priced 65-inch OLED TV (model 65OLED974/F7) that's only $1,299 at Sam's Club.

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Headphone Amps

With support for 32-bit/384kHz PCM, DSD and aptX HD, the Rotel DX-3 cuts down on the number of components you need for headphone listening...

Q Acoustics Q SUB Subwoofer Series in Satin Black Q Acoustics Q SUB Subwoofer Series in Satin Black

New Products

All under $1200, three new Q SUB subwoofers get the most out of Q Acoustics stereo and surround sound speaker systems.

TCL QM7K QD-MiniLED TV Lifestyle 2025 TCL QM7K QD-MiniLED TV Lifestyle 2025

HDTV 4K & 8K TV

With sizes up to 115 inches and fairly affordable pricing, TCL's QM7K MiniLED TV will be one to watch in 2025.

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New Products

Fluance has expanded its powered loudspeaker options with the Ri91 and Ri71 reference models. Both feature AMT tweeters and enhanced connectivity.

Arendal 1961 Loudspeakers Arendal 1961 Loudspeakers

New Products

The Arendal Sound 1961 loudspeaker line is not ready to be retired. Check out all 6 speakers and 2 subwoofers priced under $2000/pair.

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Vintage Audio

QUAD 33 and 303 Lifestyle

Amplifiers

At $3,200 for the combo, Quad revives a 57-year old design for audiophiles seeking modern conveniences with retro nostalgia.

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Amplifiers

Is it worthwhile to combine the Aragon 4004 MKII and Audible Illusions Modulus 3A or is this one vintage audio system too far?

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Articles

How a tiny turntable restoration company called Vinyl Nirvana turned a new generation of vinyl listeners into the cult of Thorens.

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Articles

The COVID pandemic took a lot from us including thousands of restaurants. But a small vintage audio and record store in thriving in Brooklyn.

Headphones & Personal Audio

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New Products

The FiiO FT7 Open-back Planar Magnetic Headphones will debut at the Bristol Hi-Fi Show and CanJam NYC this weekend.

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Earbuds & In-Ear Headphones

Smaller, lighter, and more affordable than the flagship Empyrean II, the $2,000 Meze Audio Poet have planar magnetic fans rather excited.

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Headphones

Not only do the new Grado Signature S950 feature an improved headband, gorgeous ear cups, and a brand new 52mm driver...but they finally have...

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Earbuds & In-Ear Headphones

Incorporating the Apple H2 chip, Bluetooth, spatial audio, wireless charging and more, the Beats Powerbeats Pro 2 wireless earbuds offer a lot for just...

Home Theater

Ultimate Man Cave Gift Guide 2025

Gift Guides

Unwind in the ultimate man cave and escape into home entertainment bliss with incredible gift ideas for hi-fi audio or home theater.

Optoma Photon Go UST Projector Black Optoma Photon Go UST Projector Black

New Products

With an RGB triple laser light source, Google TV, built-in battery, and low price, the Photon Go might be a great home entertainment option.

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Ask an Expert

HLG is one of several HDR formats in use. Find out what makes if different and what this means for TV viewing

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New Products

With a 5,000-lumen light output the Optoma UHZ68LV home theater projector can work with screens up to 300-inches.

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Gift Guides

Experience the full impact of Super Bowl LIX in your living room with both a big picture and big sound.

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HDTV 4K & 8K TV

After two years, LG dumps MLA. Find out what it is being replaced with and what it means for TV buyers

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With over 20,000 attendees, CEDIA Expo is back and better than ever. Here are our picks for "Best in Show."

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Articles

A clean record sounds better and prolongs the life of your phono cartridge. My best record cleaning solutions to achieve both and maintain your...

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Articles

What are the best audiophile phono preamps for under $1,000? See which models we picked from Croft, iFi, and Pro-Ject.

Duno Modular Cable System Duno Modular Cable System

Articles

With so many different types of smart phones, DAPs, and portable headphone amplifiers, we think these headphone accessories make a lot of sense.

Audiophile System Builder

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Articles

Looking to build a hi-fi audio system around a WiiM Ultra Music Streamer in a small space? The Cabin Audiophiler shows you how.

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Articles

Can a French Canadian integrated amplifier and pair of British speakers prove that making love is better than war? The MOON 250i v2 is...

ACT SCM50ASL Active Loudspeakers in Black, Walnut, White ACT SCM50ASL Active Loudspeakers in Black, Walnut, White

Articles

Starting at $22,499 per pair, the ATC SCM50ASL Active Speakers take your music listening experience to a whole new level.

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Articles

Build a complete audiophile-grade stereo system around the Acoustic Energy AE1 Active Bookshelf Loudspeakers for under $4,000.

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Dolby Vision gets all the HDR hype, but HDR10+ also has a lot to offer. Let’s check out more about this dynamic HDR format.

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