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Although only a minor upgrade over the WH-1000XM3, the new Sony WH-1000XM4 is the best wireless noise cancelling headphone of 2020.
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You don't have to spend a lot to get audiophile sound from bookshelf sized loudspeakers. Choose from ten great speakers under $1400/pair.
A portable USB DAC that plugs into your smartphone to improve the sound quality of headphone listening on-the-go.
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Portable USB DACs are a new category that can take well regarded headphones from Meze Audio and Audeze to the next level when listening...
At $7499, Yamaha's flagship stereo integrated amplifier for 2020 pays homage to the company's heritage. Check out part 1 of our review.
First impressions of a portable headphone combo for audiophiles using the Clarus CODA USB DAC with the Audeze LCD-1 planar-magnetic over-ear headphones.
Denon's 2020 middle-of-the-line 9.2-channel home theater receiver superbly handles surround sound, while ushering in support for 8K TVs.
In part 2 of our review we compare the Songbird hifi streamer with some affordable DACs and speakers.
$129 hi-res audio digital music streamer supports Spotify, Qobuz and TIDAL at up to 24-bit/192kHz resolution.
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JBL is commemorating its 75th Anniversary with the launch of the L100 Classic 75 loudspeakers. Only 750 pairs will be made, priced at $5,500/pair.
A $3000 Integrated Amp that looks like it's from the 70s with modern conveniences such as Bluetooth, Chromecast and Airplay 2.
At $1500, Hegel's V10 phono stage was designed to reveal every last detail out of your turntable and vinyl collection.
At $449 a pair, Audioengine's latest wireless speaker seeks to provide better bang for the buck for listening in smaller sized rooms.
QNED is the latest advancement in LCD TV technology that combines the advantages of QLED and NanoCell.
Although only a minor upgrade over the WH-1000XM3, the new Sony WH-1000XM4 is the best wireless noise cancelling headphone of 2020.
Sony's 360 Reality Audio positions sound in a spherical space to evoke feelings of being in a music studio or live concert venue. It...
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Audality is introducing four wireless speakers that use a new technology called WiC, offering better sound quality than Bluetooth and Wi-Fi.
Bask in Lamborgini style with either over-ear or in-ear wireless noise cancelling headphones from Master & Dynamic.
The new XR Series from Cyrus Audio includes two integrated amplifiers with DACs, a preamp, two CD players and an external power supply.
26-inch wide compact sound bar aims to be a giant killer, supporting Dolby Atmos and DTS:X with HEOS Built-in and AirPlay 2.
Audiophile integrated stereo amp combines natural-sounding audio associated with vacuum tubes while providing the power and control of solid-state electronics.
Apple is leapfrogging Beats with the introduction of a high-end over-ear wireless noise cancelling headphone.
Independent filmmakers and the home theater industry are the big winners as Warner Bros. decides to make streaming video-on-demand its future.
Warner Bros. Pictures Group will simultaneously release their 2021 theatrical movies in theaters and on the HBO Max streaming platform the same day.
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