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My favorite MM and MC phono cartridges of 2022 priced from $190 to $899.
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Amplifiers
The SDX 3100 HV handles native DSD1024, streaming, and analog preamplification, while the A 3100 HV delivers 500 watts per channel. Together, they cost...
CD Players
Entry-level Marantz MODEL 70 adds HDMI ARC, aptX Adaptive Bluetooth and 50 watts per channel, while the CD 70 substantially undercuts the existing CD...
Integrated Amps & Stereo Receivers
Can tube texture, 130 watts per channel, and French flair coexist without the usual quirks? The Advance Paris A10 Classic says mais oui.
Music Streamers
HiFi Rose RW800 ROSE AIR Lite adds TIDAL Connect, Qobuz Connect, Spotify Connect, AirPlay 2, Google Cast and Roon Ready to existing systems.
New Products
Secret Chord Analogue Vinyl Record Tracker tracks stylus wear, record cleaning, cartridge hours, and vinyl playback history for serious collectors.
Music Streamers
Volumio’s third-generation Primo V3 adds a faster processing platform, ESS ES9039Q2M DAC, NOS mode, eight DAC filters, selectable RCA and XLR output levels, and...
CD Players
Canadians lost their ability to surf, stream, and check their emails for more than 24 hours. The Marantz CD60 CD Player was badly needed.
CD Players
The Marantz CD60 CD Player has me very impressed out of the gate but will it seal the deal with pricier amplification and loudspeakers?...
DACs
The Schiit Yggdrasil+ DAC is both modular and available in 2 different variants.
Articles
Wireless loudspeakers, some great deals on used CDs, and why Black Friday might stink on Thanksgiving 2022.
Integrated Amps & Stereo Receivers
New Rega Elex Mk4 Integrated Amplifier replaces award-winning Elex-R with improved circuitry and new internal DAC.
Exclusive Videos
In this video Emiko demystifies some of the myths between hi-fi and pro audio gear, and why you may want to consider one or...
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Emiko takes a deep dive into trying to understand exactly what audiophiles are seeking in audio reproduction.
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DACs
Offering support for hi-res PCM, DSD, 7 digital inputs, and future upgradability, the McIntosh MDA200 D/A Converter warrants a serious look.
Articles
A clean record sounds better and prolongs the life of your phono cartridge. My best record cleaning solutions to achieve both and maintain your...
Headphone Amps
The ampsandsound Kenzie Ovation Rev 2 Headphone Amplifier is no ordinary component. Buckle up. It's going to be a bumpy night.
Integrated Amps & Stereo Receivers
The Polish audio manufacturer finally has proper representation in the United States and they are part of the next generation of Eastern European Hi-Fi...
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