Music Streamers
Esoteric’s $28,000 N-01XE inherits the Grandioso N1’s discrete DAC and G4 network engine. Is flagship digital performance getting cheaper?
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Floorstanding Speakers
Klipsch brings its three-way Reference Signature speakers to CEDIA 2026, but can the new horn design raise the bar over Reference Premiere III?
New Products
Onkyo’s GX-AiO systems combine 2.1 sound, HDMI ARC, phono and USB-C from $399. Are these the all-in-one affordable speakers hi-fi needed?
Blu-ray, DVD & 4K Media Players
Is 4K Blu-ray really dead? Magnetar’s ULTIMA reference transport makes its U.S. debut at CEDIA 2026 with an ambitious battery-assisted power design.
New Products
The $699 Sonos Beam Ultra packs nine drivers, dedicated Atmos height channels and Sonos 27, but still skips DTS:X. Is it worth the premium?
New Products
Did Sonos finally fix the Ace? Ace Ultra adds direct WiFi linking, stronger ANC, 35-hour battery life and Bluetooth 6.0 for $449.
A/V Receivers & Preamp/Processors
Can Emotiva shake up high end home theater? The $4,799 LXP-16 and $5,999 LXR-11 add 9.4.6, Dirac ART, 8K HDMI and four sub outputs.
Floorstanding Speakers
Discover the state-of-the-art high-end audio/video gear of 2026 in our cost-no-object audiophile gift guide, from reference components to statement loudspeaker systems and more.
New Products
Sony just did a major refresh to the top models in their ULT Tower party speaker lineup, blurring the line between "pro" and "party."
Reviews
If you're looking for a big powerful party speaker that can be used virtually anywhere, you may want to check out Sony's new Ult...
New Products
Roku’s $999 Pro Series OLED offers 120Hz, Dolby Vision and FreeSync Premium, while the $1,299 LX adds 144Hz VRR and higher brightness. Which is...
New Products
Can JBL Cove challenge Sonos, HEOS and Bluesound with Whole Home audio, Dolby Atmos and automatic room tuning?
Amplifiers
Do the new Michi Prestige P430 preamp and S430 power amp offer a smarter route into Rotel’s high-end separates lineup?
New Products
Can DALI’s $800 BASIK SUB bring better bass to compact hi-fi systems without dominating the room?
Reviews
Samsung mates a high performance QD-OLED panel with a stylish frame and glare free screen. What's not to like?
Music Streamers
Is the $999 xDuoo DP-10 a better digital transport for audiophiles who already own a DAC than an Eversolo or WiiM streamer?
Reviews
Can Noble Audio’s $899 Artemis combine audiophile sound, strong ANC and repairability well enough to justify its luxury price?
Integrated Amps & Stereo Receivers
Naim’s CI-Uniti 102 combines 150 watts per channel, streaming, HDMI eARC, and multiroom flexibility in a compact amplifier that raises awkward questions for the...
Reviews
Can the $1,500 Bluesound Pulse Cinema justify its price with BluOS, strong music performance, and flexible connectivity despite limited Atmos immersion?
Exclusive Videos
Are the $4,000 KEF LS LUXE worth the premium? Our video review examines their Ross Lovegrove design, wireless features, sound quality, and value.
Integrated Amps & Stereo Receivers
Can 20 watts be enough? The $11,828 Neoson Evolution pairs Class A KT88 tube power with rich tonality, and strong detail.
Podcasts
Forthcoming software updates on 2026 Hisense UX, UR9, UR8 and U7 TVs will enable Dolby Vision 2 Max features, but what about new content?
Floorstanding Speakers
A/V Furniture & Accessories
The $229.99 SVS SoundPath Multi-Band adapter kit claims to transmit 24-bit stereo up to 165 feet with only 15 milliseconds of latency.
In-Ceiling Speakers
Wisdom Audio's ICS3FR in-ceiling speakers, SUB2 in-wall subwoofer and customizable P3m Series speakers enable audiophile sound that stays hidden.
New Products
BIC America revives RtR with affordable Elite on-wall speakers designed for 65-, 75-, and 85-inch TVs, surround sound, and Dolby Atmos systems.
Music Streamers
Fosi Audio expands its personal audio lineup at CanJam SoCal 2026 with four new products led by the $199.99 S3 Lite Streaming Digital Transport.
IEMs
The $369 Linsoul Avant is the company's first branded IEM, combining dual dynamic drivers, three balanced armatures and a MEMS driver.
New Products
Can Bluesound’s $1,099 PULSE SUB challenge Sonos and SVS with 350 watts, dual opposing woofers, and seamless BluOS integration?
New Products
Can Leon’s $5,750 FrameBar Ultima deliver reference grade sound without ruining the look of a premium Sony BRAVIA or Frame TV?
In-Wall Speakers
What happens when Barco, Focal, and Naim combine a 171-inch LED wall with a 7.0.4 Focal Utopia home theater and Naim electronics at CEDIA...
News
The Revox World Foundation is rescuing 800 Studer and Revox components from storage, neglect, and bad eBay listings as reel to reel returns.
New Products
Emotiva’s $1,799 Nostala FT12 combines 800 watts, a 12-inch woofer, room correction, real walnut veneer and flexible stereo inputs.
Amplifiers
Pilot Radio revives its 1959 EL84 amplifier with 15 watts of Class A power, balanced inputs and a $4,790 price.
Music
If you’re lining up for Record Store Day 2026, this episode focuses on the one name that matters most: Zev Feldman, known as The Jazz Detective....
Music
Eric Pye (@audioloveyyc) returns to Japan to explore the hi-fi and music scene in late-2025.
Gaming Headsets
Beyerdynamic expands its MMX gaming lineup with the $149.99 MMX 100 Wireless and an unusual $179.99 open-back MMX 130 Wireless.
IEMs
Can 64 Audio’s $3,999 Ocean flagship IEM justify its price with isobaric bass and 32 passive tuning combinations?
New Products
Can ETA’s ULI use of an AlNiCo motor and 50mm biocellulose driver stand out in the crowded flagship headphone market?
IEMs
Meze Audio’s ALBA S keeps the original driver, tuning and metal shell but drops the bundled USB-C DAC adapter to cut the price.
Over-Ear Headphones
The HEDDphone TWO GT combines full-range AMT speed and detail with warmer tuning and a 550g design. Is this $2,199 German flagship worth it?
Music
Is Amy Winehouse’s Back to Black 20th Anniversary Edition worth buying? The 3LP and 3CD sets add unreleased demos and rare 2007 live recordings.
New Products
While RGB-lit TVs are getting all the hype, Sony just quietly unveiled a new mid tier TV that may bring OLED to a wider...
News
Alcons Audio will demo an 11.8.6 channel pro ribbon cinema at CEDIA 2026 with Christie, Trinnov, Lumagen, Kaleidescape and the new IRP24.
New Products
Can CANVAS HiFi turn BACCH 3D into a true Dolby Atmos theater? Almando InMedio adds 7.1.4 expansion, WiSA HT and open speaker support at...
Movies
The Odyssey is listed for 4K Blu-ray on November 17 with HDR10, 1.78:1 video and DTS-HD MA 5.1, but key specifications remain unconfirmed.
Movies
Before astronauts became brands, billionaires started launching rockets for fun and every space movie required a soundtrack capable of loosening drywall, there was The...
Movies
Criterion's 12 Angry Men arrives on 4K UHD September 8 with Dolby Vision, restored mono audio and extensive Sidney Lumet extras.
Articles
The best 4K UHD discs of 2026 so far, from Fight Club and Ben Hur to Perfect Blue, Stranger Things, Jackie Chan, and Spielberg.
Articles
Which headphones stole the show at CanJam London 2026? We pick the best new wired, wireless and electrostatic models across every price.
Articles
Which DACs, headphone amps and DAPs stole the show at CanJam London 2026? We pick the best electronics across every price point.
Articles
We tested dozens of budget Bluetooth speakers to find the best. Our top picks deliver big sound, waterproof durability, long battery life, and real...
Articles
Clean, cleaner, cleanest: record cleaning options for vinyl collectors, from anti-static brushes to ultrasonic machines. What works?
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...
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.
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...
Articles
Starting at $22,499 per pair, the ATC SCM50ASL Active Speakers take your music listening experience to a whole new level.
Integrated Amps & Stereo Receivers
Can Yamaha’s WXA-70A streaming amp and WXC-70A music streamer compete with WiiM, Bluesound and Marantz after a decade away?
Integrated Amps & Stereo Receivers
Why does Naim's new Uniti Star Lite lose CD playback during a CD resurgence? A discontinued drive forced Naim to rethink its 70W streaming...
New Products
Is the Pro-Ject Harley-Davidson Turntable serious hi-fi or expensive motorcycle merch? Its hardware suggests this isn't merely a branding exercise.
Music Streamers
Can McIntosh justify $12,500 for the CS7500? Its new streaming preamplifier combines hi-res streaming, DAC, HDMI ARC and analog control.
New Products
Can ASCENDO’s new Panoramic Surface speaker solve beaming and dispersion problems in immersive home cinema systems?
Car Audio
Can the Genesis GV90 turn a luxury EV into a serious listening room with 25 Bang & Olufsen speakers, true 7.1.4 Dolby Atmos and...
Bookshelf Speakers
Buchardt Audio’s E50-S adds a larger Satori woofer, higher sensitivity and new tuning as an alternative to the acclaimed E50.
Reviews
Sony brings back the home theater in a box with a system that can match the largest TVs with rich cinematic sound. But it...
News
Do we really need 8K video or 8K TVs? eCoustics Interviews three industry experts to get their take on 8K and the future of...
New Products
Can the XGIMI AURA 3 Max challenge giant TVs with 5,700 ISO lumens, dual-iris contrast, Dolby Vision and 4K/120Hz gaming?
