CD Players
At $4,000, the Michi Prestige Q430 CD Player targets compact disc fans with ESS DAC and balanced outputs, but was omitting SACD playback a...
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New Products
At $799, the Marshall Bromley 450 packs 360-degree sound, 40+ hour battery, and mic inputs in a 27 pound portable party speaker box.
Music
Spotify adds Exclusive Mode for bit perfect desktop audio playback. Does this mean Spotify Lossless now rivals Apple Music, TIDAL, and Qobuz for sound...
Hi-Fi Components
Fidelity Imports and Playback Distribution launch True North Distribution in Canada, expanding access to premium hi-fi brands across the Great White North.
Music
Vinyl sales top $1 billion in the U.S. as RIAA data confirms nearly two decades of growth. Why records remain the music industry’s most...
Home Video
Amazon Prime Video's ad free streaming tier jumps from $2.99 to $4.99 per month. Same movies, fewer ads, and another reminder the streaming wars...
Integrated Amps & Stereo Receivers
At $4,999, the Michi Prestige X430 integrated stereo amplifier features 210 watts per channel, HDMI ARC and a new ESS DAC.
Loudspeakers
Legendary French audio brand Cabasse has entered receivership after 75 years. What it means for the future of the historic speaker maker.
New Products
At $219, Cleer ARC 5 open ear earbuds add THX Spatial Audio, Dolby Atmos, Snapdragon Sound, aptX Lossless, a touchscreen smart case, and up...
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At $899, Denon’s DP-500BT turntable streams vinyl records wirelessly via Bluetooth to speakers and includes a built-in phono preamp.
New Products
At $549, Apple’s AirPods Max 2 wireless headphones improve noise cancellation and spatial audio with new H2 chip, while adding Live Translation and Conversational...
DACs
Rob Watts, Digital Audio Consultant for Chord Electronics reveals what he's learned about digital audio, designing DACs, and hearing things we can't measure.
Headphone Amps
Burson’s Soloist Stellar is a $1,500 Class-A headphone amplifier delivering up to 8W of power, a dedicated low-noise IEM stage, and upgradeable op-amps for...
Headphone Amps
Burson's Conductor Stellar packs an ESS9039PRO DAC, 8W Class-A power, and upgradeable design. Can rivals match this much performance for $1,800?
Movies
Chloé Zhao’s Hamnet arrives on 4K UHD Blu-ray with stunning visuals and raw performances but does the slow burn Shakespeare drama justify the emotional...
IEMs
Can the Campfire Audio Andromeda 10 justify its $1,799 price in today’s crowded flagship IEM market, and does it truly improve on the legendary...
Over-Ear Headphones
Can SIVGA’s $179 SV021 Pro turn premium wood build and comfort into great sound, or does its uneven tuning hold it back?
Movies
Predator: Badlands hunts in native 4K with savage Atmos bass, and visuals so sharp even a Weyland Yutani synthetic would glitch trying to process...
Reviews
Klipsch’s mid-range Dolby Atmos soundbar system delivers impressive performance at an affordable price
Movies
Is the 2026 Ben-Hur release on 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray Disc the chariot race your home theater deserves or just another lap around catalog...
Dongle DACs
Can the $199 FiiO BTR17 still compete in 2026? With dual ESS DACs, THX power, and LDAC support, this pocket DAC/amp aims close to...
Exclusive Videos
Spotify and Liquid Death launch the Eternal Playlist Urn and generator so your music lives on after you’re gone. Limited to...5 per customer.
Amplifiers
Floorstanding Speakers
Music Streamers
Bookshelf Speakers
Buchardt Audio unveils the S400 MK3 bookshelf speaker with a larger cabinet, new drivers, and refined crossover. Can it dominate the $2,400 standmount class?
Integrated Amps & Stereo Receivers
Audio Note ignores trends again. The Oto SE 35 brings new transformers and PSU to the cult EL84 amp. Low power, big attitude. Hear...
Floorstanding Speakers
Magico previews the $200,000 S7 flagship loudspeaker ahead of AXPONA 2026. Can its latest S-Series design compete with Wilson, Estelon, and Børresen?
Integrated Amps & Stereo Receivers
Can Emotiva’s BasX TA2+ revive the stereo receiver? With 135W power, HDMI ARC, balanced inputs, and phono support, it targets modern 2 channel systems.
New Products
What makes Lyngdorf's $5000 SB-75 different? A passive soundbar with six drivers designed for external amplification and serious home theater systems.
New Products
Sonos unveils the $299 Play and $189 Era 100 SL wireless speakers designed for flexible listening at home or on the go. Are these...
New Products
ASUS launches the ROG Cetra Open Wireless gaming earbuds with cross platform support for PC, Mac, PlayStation, Switch, iOS, and Android. Are open earbuds...
Hi-Fi Components
AXPONA 2026 returns April 10 to 12 in Schaumburg, Illinois. We have early details on new hi-fi products set to debut at North America’s...
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
Packed rooms at CanJam NYC 2026 and a surge in vinyl, books, and Blu-ray. Is physical media quietly winning again?
Articles
Best in Show from CanJam NYC 2026: headphones, DACs, amps, and IEMs that impressed us most at the world’s largest headphone show.
Articles
Are wired headphones making a comeback? Grado’s Signature S550 debut at CanJam NYC 2026 suggests the cable never really went away.
Articles
Can the Audeze CRBN2 finally give electrostatic headphones real bass and soul? Listening impressions from CanJam NYC 2026.
Articles
Are HiFiMAN’s Arya WiFi and HE1000 WiFi planar headphones the future of wireless audiophile listening, or just very expensive experiments?
Music
What if you heard the orchestra from Peter Gabriel’s perspective with immersive DTS-HD Master Audio?
TVs
Hisense unveils 2026 U7 and U6 MiniLED TVs from 55 to 116 inches and $1,299 to $19,999, targeting Samsung and TCL in the TV...
New Products
LG announces pricing and availability for its 2026 OLED evo G6 and C6 TVs, featuring brighter panels, new processing, and enhanced gaming performance.
New Products
Can the $299 ViewSonic LX60HD deliver 630 ANSI lumens, 140-inch projection, Google TV, and easy setup without compromise?
Movies
Arrow Video brings Excalibur and Westworld to Limited Edition 4K UHD. Do the new restorations and extras justify the upgrade for collectors?
A/V Receivers & Preamp/Processors
Discover how Marantz is redefining modern home theater performance with a new line of A/V components offering theater-grade sound without the traditional "equipment rack"...
A/V Furniture & Accessories
Toneoptic’s CAN record storage system offers modular stackable vinyl storage made in Los Angeles starting at $195 and designed to replace milk crates for...
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.
New Products
65-inch LCD TV Available to More Consumers; 60-inch Represents New Screen Size Sharp is showcasing two new competitively-priced AQUOS LCD TVs that make large-screen...
Blu-ray, DVD & 4K Media Players
JVC SR-HD1500 JVC SR-HD1250 JVC Professional Products, division of JVC U.S.A., will introduce its new SR-HD1500 and SR-HD1250 Blu-ray disc and HDD recorders at...
New Products
DLA-HD990, DLA-HD950 and DLA-HD550 DLA-RS35, DLA-RS25 and DLA-RS15 New features include ISF certification, high speed frame rate and more JVC updates its award-winning line...
Monitors
46-inch, 1-1/2 inches (39mm) Thin Display Provides Rich Visual Experience for Custom Installation Market JVC Professional Products, division of JVC U.S.A. introduces its flicker-free...
New Products
JVC Visual Systems Division introduces its new DLA-RS4000 Reference Series 4K home cinema projector at CEDIA Expo, September. 10-13 at the Georgia World Conference...
New Products
Flagship Blu-ray Player with Advanced Digital Features, Superior Build Quality and BD Live Interactivity NAD Electronics, the highly regarded manufacturer of high-performance audio/video components,...
New Products
OtterBox announces custom cases for Nokia Eseries smartphones: a rugged Defender™ Series case for the Nokia E71 and two hybrid Commuter™ Series cases, one...
New Products
Don’t leave your BlackBerry Curve 8520 smartphone vulnerable to scratches, dust, dirt and drops; safeguard it with the OtterBox Defender™ Series case. Offering complete...
New Products
JVC TH-BA1 Two 4.1-channel systems debut – both with wireless subwoofer, one with Blu-ray player JVC offers a simple solution to top-quality home theater...
New Products
32-inch LED backlit monitor measures just 1/4-inch deep JVC today announced a super slim LCD monitor for home theater use that measures a mere...
