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Shopping for wireless noise cancelling over-ear headphones or gaming headsets? Here are our picks for best you can buy on any budget.
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Reviews
The Edifier MR5 delivers impressive near neutral accuracy, deeper bass, LDAC support and true three-way power for $350, making it a top budget studio...
Headphone Amps
Cayin RU9 delivers tube warmth, solid-state detail, strong power, and rare versatility in a pocketable DAC/amp with one drawback.
Reviews
At $320, the Noble FoKus Amadeus true wireless earbuds offer neutral sound, great battery life, and real tuning control for audiophiles.
IEMs
The Apos X Rock Lobster IEM delivers powerful rock focused tuning, big value at $60, and impressive performance for heavy and modern genres, though...
DACs
At $225, the Apos x Geshelli Merlin AKM Desktop DAC offers 32-bit/768 kHz and DSD512 support, dual USB and coax inputs, and fully balanced...
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‘Just as the artist intended’ is audio’s biggest myth. From studio chaos to human hearing differences, here’s why the phrase falls apart on contact...
Reviews
Skullcandy’s Aviator 900 ANC revives a classic design with Bluetooth LE, THX spatial audio, and bold sound. A stylish, durable, and feature-packed $299 comeback.
Dongle DACs
Questyle’s QCC ($59) and QCC Pro ($99) finally bring aptX Adaptive and LDAC to iPhone and iPad, giving Apple users higher resolution Bluetooth audio.
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“Studio Sound” once meant accuracy and clarity — now it’s a marketing free-for-all. We break down what it really means and why the term’s...
Dongle DACs
Is the $49 Creative BT-W6 Bluetooth 5.4 dongle worth it to give your old laptop or console aptX Adaptive, LC3, and 24-bit/96kHz wireless audio?
Dongle DACs
The Questyle M18i blurs the line between dongle and desktop DAC, offering current-mode amplification, wired and wireless versatility, and exceptional sound quality—but short battery...
Over-Ear Headphones
The $4,500 Audeze LCD-5 join a very short list of flagship headphones actually worth the money. But are they the best of that group?
Reviews
At $449, the Bowers & Wilkins Px7 S3 delivers audiophile-grade sound, deep bass, and premium build that surpasses Bose, Sony, and Apple in clarity...
IEMs
Beyerdynamic DT 70-73 IE IEMs deliver pro-level tuning for musicians, with precise dynamics, great stage, and four distinct signatures.
Reviews
MartinLogan Dynamo 10 Subwoofer delivers fast, controlled bass, wireless and wired options, ARC room correction, and furniture-friendly design for $1,199.
Reviews
Noble Fokus Apollo delivers hybrid planar + dynamic drivers, long battery, 10-band EQ, and advanced ANC in a premium wireless headphone.
A/V Receivers & Preamp/Processors
A/V Receivers & Preamp/Processors
A/V Receivers & Preamp/Processors
Floorstanding Speakers
