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Articles
In 2025, DACs under $1,000 deliver performance once reserved for flagship gear, making it easier than ever to build a truly high-value digital front...
Articles
In 2025, the best-in-class streamers from Cambridge, Bluesound and WiiM set the pace as new challengers from FiiO, Topping, and Eversolo loom for 2026.
CD Players
Quad’s new 3CDT CD transport keeps it simple: no DAC, no SACD, just solid build, clean digital output, and a sensible match for the...
DACs
TOPPING’s new E50 II DAC packs AK4497S decoding, LDAC Bluetooth, ADAT support, PEQ, and strong I/O for $199, making it a flexible hub for...
Gift Guides
Last-minute shopper? These 12 hi-fi, headphone, and home theater gifts still ship in time for Christmas and Chanukah. Fast delivery, great picks.
News
Thorens taps Chicago’s MoFi Distribution for a real North American comeback, finally giving its Swiss classics the Windy City muscle they’ve been missing.
Integrated Amps & Stereo Receivers
The McIntosh x Virgil Abloh - MA8950 Integrated Amplifier Concept will be featured in Abloh's exhibition at the Grand Palais in Paris.
Music Streamers
Ruark’s R610 compact music console delivers punch and clarity, though speaker matching is crucial to unlock its full potential.
Music Streamers
Priced at $6,500, the MOON 371 Network Player/Amplifier includes a phono stage and trickle-down technology from the North Collection.
Gift Guides
Whether you’re upgrading your home audio setup or hunting for the perfect gift, get a head start on shopping for popular and stylish tech...
Gift Guides
A new turntable, phono stage, cartridge or speaker could be the upgrade you've been looking for or the perfect gift for any vinyl lover.
Headphone Amps
Fosi Audio ZH3 DAC/Headphone Amp/Preamp offers balanced outputs, ultra-low noise, high-res support, and replaceable op-amps for $199.99.
Hi-Fi Components
Harman set to acquire iconic premium audio brands including Marantz, Bowers & Wilkins, Denon, Polk Audio, and more.
News
Crosley and Audioengine team up to expand vinyl listening with desktop speakers, curated bundles, and new solutions for entry-level music lovers.
Music Streamers
With upgraded DirectDigital amplification, Bluesound's new POWERNODE is a 2 or 3-channel streaming amplifier with support for a center channel speaker and even a...
Articles
There is no shortage of phono cartridges below $300. Selecting the best one makes all the difference between average and great sound.
CD Players
Only for Varèse owners: dCS’s new Transport delivers reference-level CD and SACD playback with ultra-low vibration and ACTUS bit-perfect transmission.
CD Players
TEAC's Reference 500 Series PD-507T CD Transport is engineered for audiophiles pairing external DACs with a growing CD resurgence.
Music Streamers
Spotify Premium launches Lossless audio for $11.99/month, delivering higher quality music streaming but stops short of 24-bit/96kHz or higher hi-res.
DACs
$319 hi-res desktop DAC/AMP with balanced/single-ended outputs, Bluetooth 5.4, USB, optical, coax, and I²S connectivity.
Amplifiers
Building on the previously released DLC series controllers, the PLC Series offers more power and flexibility for larger room home theater setups and pro...
New Products
The Lenco LBT-515 is a direct-drive turntable with Ortofon 2M Blue, adjustable tonearm, built-in preamp, and Bluetooth 5.3 for wired or wireless playback.
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