Looking for something to improve your music listening experience at home, whilst commuting, gaming, or just sitting back to enjoy a movie? Everything has become more expensive but that doesn’t mean you don’t have affordable options.
There have been hundreds of new products introduced this year and the best news is that there are more options than ever under $500 that deliver a great sonic experience.
Don’t wait to order. The best items always sell out quick.
Outlaw 2220 Mono Amp
Need more power for music or home theater systems? Outlaw Audio’s Model 2220 Mono Amplifier delivers 200W into 8Ω or 300W into 4Ω with 0.05% THD without breaking a sweat. Its sleek, stackable design offers clean, accurate output with advanced Common-Mode Rejection for balanced inputs—all for $399.
Technics EAH-A800
Backed by Technics’ legendary sound quality, the EAH-A800 wireless noise cancelling headphones feature superior audio, exceptional over-the-ear comfort, and sparkling call clarity for home, work, and travel. Unleash a true high-fidelity sound experience in comfortable headphones.
Bluesound NODE NANO
The easiest way to get into wireless hi-res multi-room with just the essentials — a streaming-only hi-res source to feed your HiFi (and ears) with all the music ever recorded. Your amp and speakers will appreciate the expertly-implemented, top-end ESS Sabre ES9039Q2M DAC for a clean handover of audio content that brings out the depth of your favorite tracks.
UberLight Flex
The UberLight™ Flex offers complete control. Featuring a 270° rotational head and 26.5” silicone flexible gooseneck that can hold virtually any shape, allowing you to focus your light on where you need it most. Anywhere. Anytime. Choose between 3 color and 3 brightness settings, up to 600 lumens, and 80+ CRI.
Audeze Maxwell
Audeze Maxwell is the ultimate wireless headset, designed for serious gamers, featuring massive 90mm planar magnetic drivers for powerful bass and immersive sound, cutting-edge low-latency connectivity, A.I.-powered noise filtering microphones, and 80-hour battery life. Available for Playstation or Xbox, both versions work with PC, Mac, Android, iOS, and Nintendo Switch.
Rega P1 Turntable
For over 50 years, Rega has been hand-crafting some of the finest turntables in the South East of England. Although the Planar 1 is the British brand’s entry-level model, the only thing entry-level about this handmade turntable is the price. Available in walnut, black or white.
$595 $499 at Amazon
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