Earbuds & In-Ear Headphones
Noble Kronos flagship IEMs deliver cutting-edge 9-driver hybrid sound with titanium shells. Are these $4,500 earphones worth the hype and price?
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New Products
Priced from $225, Polk Audio Atrium Series outdoor speakers bring high-quality sound to patios, pools, and outdoor entertainment spaces.
CD Players
At $359, the Shanling CD80 II combines hi-res CD / media playback, dual headphone amps, and Bluetooth for modern or vintage hi-fi setups.
New Products
Fosi Audio is crowdfunding its first-ever turntable on Kickstarter for $349. Initial backers can get 25% off who don't mind waiting until its release...
Earbuds & In-Ear Headphones
The Campfire Audio Grand Luna IEMs feature a hybrid design with both planar magnetic and balanced armature drivers and a built-in USB-C DAC for...
Articles
With audio and video systems priced from under $2,000 to over $250,000, Audio Advice Live had home theater and HiFi solutions for virtually everyone....
News
Howdy by Roku offers ad-free streaming for just $2.99/month with a solid library but lacks the latest blockbusters and premium features like HDR and...
News
Feeling lucky? Enter for a chance to win a SVS SB-1000 Pro Subwoofer with Isolation Feet and Cable. Must be 18+ and U.S. or...
Earbuds & In-Ear Headphones
64 Audio celebrates 15 years of IEM innovation with new releases, the XIO with Astell&Kern, and a major showcase at CanJam SoCal 2025.
New Products
At $199, the Kali Audio HP-1 over-ear headphones are designed for in-studio mixing, but include Bluetooth wireless and noise cancellation for everyday listening or...
New Products
At $3,499, Yamaha's new flagship Dolby Atmos soundbar features sound beam technology with AI, but does performance justify its price?
New Products
For $169, Creative Stage Pro offers immersive TV or desktop audio with SuperWide sound expansion, wired subwoofer and HDMI-ARC.
Integrated Amps & Stereo Receivers
At $5,995, Cary Audio enters the crowded streaming amp arena with the DMS-300A, a Class A/B heavyweight packed with hi-res support, tons of inputs,...
New Products
Updated for 2025, the Audioengine HD3 Next Gen wireless desktop speakers offer improved Bluetooth with aptX HD, 24-bit DAC and USB-C.
DAPs
Review: Shanling M3 Plus DAP — Because Not Every Audiophile Needs a $3,000 Brick to Find Sonic Bliss
Shanling's M3 Plus portable DAP delivers a sleek design, warm sound, Android 13, and balanced output for under $500.
Over-Ear Headphones
The Meze Audio 105 SILVA delivers class-leading design, comfort, and durability under $500—paired with the right gear, it’s a serious contender in the open-back...
Audio Cables
Advance Paris LINK cables bring high-end sound without the high-end nonsense with OCC copper, great build, and zero $3K power cord drama.
Digital Music Systems
WiiM takes the popular form factor of its Ultra streamer and adds a 100 watt per channel power amp. Just add speakers.
HDTV 4K & 8K TV
Unveiled at CES, the groundbreaking Hisense 116UX is the first production TV to feature RGB MiniLED backlighting. Here's how it looks.
Digital Music Systems
Naim Uniti Nova PE delivers powerful 150W per channel streaming with class D amp tech, hi-res support, and multi-room features.
Integrated Amps & Stereo Receivers
Check out the Marantz M1 streaming amplifier, Quad's retro Integrated Amp, Ruark's stereo console and Schiit's sold out headphone amp.
HDTV 4K & 8K TV
Take a deep dive into the results of the 2025 TV Shootout, where the flagship Sony, Samsung, LG and Panasonic OLED TVs went head-to-head.
Hi-Fi Components
Digital Music Systems
New Products
The EAT E-Glo 2 tube phono stage delivers reference-level analog performance with balanced MC inputs and classic all-tube design. Worth the $11,000 price?
Floorstanding Speakers
AVID HIFI celebrates 30 years with the EVO TWO, a $40K 3.5-way loudspeaker built in the UK to rival Focal, Wilson, and Sonus faber...
HDTV 4K & 8K TV
LG's new StanbyME 2 is a portable smart touchscreen TV with a detachable design, QHD screen, built-in battery, and flexible placement.
New Products
Pro-Ject E1.2 delivers audiophile-grade performance at a budget price. A real entry-level winner with serious upgrades and no gimmicks—just sound.
New Products
Cambridge Audio's Melomania P100 SE brings audiophile-grade ANC, 100-hour battery life, and aptX Lossless Bluetooth in a sleek £249/$299 package.
A/V Furniture & Accessories
Tired of sharing a stained IKEA couch with your dog? The Revelation Luxury chair from Audio Advice brings heat, massage, USB-C, and legit comfort...
New Products
With true 4K resolution, a bright colorful image and a motorized lens for maximum flexibility, Epson's new Pro Cinema LS9000 offers a lot of...
News
Disney is fully integrating Hulu into Disney+ by 2026, ending Hulu’s run as a standalone app. Live TV shifts to Fubo, ESPN goes solo...
Earbuds & In-Ear Headphones
Articles
Discover if vintage turntables still beat modern models under $2,000. Pros, cons, sound quality, and where to buy for the best vinyl experience.
Amplifiers
At $3,200 for the combo, Quad revives a 57-year old design for audiophiles seeking modern conveniences with retro nostalgia.
Amplifiers
Is it worthwhile to combine the Aragon 4004 MKII and Audible Illusions Modulus 3A or is this one vintage audio system too far?
Articles
How a tiny turntable restoration company called Vinyl Nirvana turned a new generation of vinyl listeners into the cult of Thorens.
Articles
The COVID pandemic took a lot from us including thousands of restaurants. But a small vintage audio and record store in thriving in Brooklyn.
Articles
CanJam London 2025 showcased groundbreaking desktop DACs and Headphone Amplifiers with diverse sounds and innovation. North American audiophiles don’t want to miss these global...
Articles
Discover the best portable DACs, DAPs, and amps from CanJam London 2025. High-end sound on the go is no longer a fantasy—it’s finally real.
Articles
Find out which audiophile headphones won Best in Show at CanJam London 2025, along with surprise launches from HiFiMAN and more first impressions.
Headphone Amps
Luxsin, Shanling, and Eversolo will unveil cutting-edge gear at CanJam SoCal 2025, signaling a serious disruption for legacy brands.
Earbuds & In-Ear Headphones
Astell&Kern and 64 Audio’s $3,000 XIO IEMs combine cutting-edge tech and luxury design for audiophiles seeking top-tier sound and craftsmanship.
Music
Craft and Bluesville’s Back On My Feet Again reissue gives Furry Lewis the vinyl treatment he deserves.
News
Previously, Apple TV only allowed persistent wireless audio output via HomePods. Now, any AirPlay-compatible speaker can be a permanent TV audio solution.
Daily Deals
Waiting for a great deal on a high performance 4K OLED TV? Your wait is over.
Articles
From frozen scoundrels to deadly sharks and cinnamon-bun royalty—10 iconic movie scenes that rewired my brain and ruined me for real life.
Articles
From radioactive ants to killer clowns, these B horror movies are so bad they're brilliant—perfect for backyard screenings and bad beer choices.
A/V Furniture & Accessories
GIK Acoustics’ Sound Block StackPack includes a trio of modular acoustic panels that can be free standing or wall mounted.
A/V Receivers & Preamp/Processors
Premium Audio Company and Pioneer Corporation end their home audio partnership, leaving PAC with Klipsch, Onkyo, Integra, Magnat, and HECO.
Articles
Upgrade the sound of your turntable with our favorite MM and MC phono cartridges you can buy in 2024 without breaking the bank.
Articles
With over 20,000 attendees, CEDIA Expo is back and better than ever. Here are our picks for "Best in Show."
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...
Articles
What are the best audiophile phono preamps for under $1,000? See which models we picked from Croft, iFi, and Pro-Ject.
Articles
With so many different types of smart phones, DAPs, and portable headphone amplifiers, we think these headphone accessories make a lot of sense.
Reviews
Can the $2,150 Muarah MU-2 compete with phono preamps from EAR, Pro-Ject, and MOON? Rich and filling like our favorite cabbage rolls and nobody...
Articles
Looking to build a hi-fi audio system around a WiiM Ultra Music Streamer in a small space? The Cabin Audiophiler shows you how.
Articles
Can a French Canadian integrated amplifier and pair of British speakers prove that making love is better than war? The MOON 250i v2 is...
Articles
Starting at $22,499 per pair, the ATC SCM50ASL Active Speakers take your music listening experience to a whole new level.
Loudspeakers
Although Focal and Naim Audio merged into Vervent Audio Group in 2011, their North American distribution subsidiary which started in 2019 is reporting record...
DACs
Our Editor in-chief takes the iFi GO Bar Dongle DAC on the road with Grado and Meze Audio headphones. Find out what he heard.
New Products
At $2,499, the Optoma UHZ55 replaces the UHZ50 laser projector designed for home entertaiment and gaming. New WiSA support simplifies wireless speaker setup.
Dongle DACs
With support for 32-bit/384kHz PCM and native DSD256, combined with singe-ended and balanced headphone outputs, the $99 HIDIZS S8 PRO Robin could be an...
Floorstanding Speakers
One of Focal's most successful loudspeaker ranges is getting a massive refresh for 2024. The Aria Evo X Series are making a huge splash...
Earbuds & In-Ear Headphones
For $199, the PSB T4U TWM wireless earbuds calibrate their sound to match the listening capabilities of each ear.
New Products
At $599, Kanto REN are versatile wireless powered speakers that can work with a PC, TV or as a standalone stereo system.
Reviews
The Final Audio UX3000 wireless noise cancelling headphones have raised the bar for performance at only $149.
Music
Record Store Day 2024 is rapidly approaching and our friends at Craft Recordings have just announced 8 exclusive titles that will sell out.
New Products
At $17,000/pair, the Goldmund Pulp are luxury wireless speakers designed to look like a modern work of art.
