Floorstanding Speakers
Focal quietly drops the $699–$2,299 Omada speakers between Vestia and Theva, packing TAM tweeters and Slatefiber cones in a rollout so un-Focal and so...
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Podcasts
Find out who won and what happened at the 2025 UST Projector Showdown where 8 projectors were compared side-by-side.
IEMs
Campfire Audio’s new Iris hybrid IEM brings warm, clear sound, a transparent shell, and a shockingly loaded accessory kit for $349—full specs still MIA,...
New Products
SOUNDPEATS Air5 Pro+ adds xMEMS drivers, AI Adaptive ANC, LDAC, and aptX Lossless, delivering a true 2-way design and hi-res performance at a budget-friendly...
A/V Receivers & Preamp/Processors
The Anthem MRX SLM delivers high-end performance in an ultra-slim AVR built for CI installs and small rooms, though limited power and inputs may...
A/V Furniture & Accessories
Amp Genie simplifies home theater control by automatically detecting audio sources and switching inputs, DSP, and volume on supported AVRs. A practical alternative to...
Ask an Expert
In a world of algorithmic noise, indie record stores are sanctuaries for the stubborn and obsessed—where music is earned, not streamed, and flipping vinyl...
Gift Guides
2025 Black Friday tech deals you won't want to miss on premium hi-fi, headphones, and home theater gear this Holiday Season.
New Products
Bowers & Wilkins brings its McLaren partnership back for 2025 with the Px8 S2 McLaren Edition, pairing the updated S2 acoustic platform with clean...
Blu-ray, DVD & 4K Media Players
Roku's budget-friendly 4K streaming stick may not have Dolby Vision or an ethernet port, but for the price, it's hard to beat.
IEMs
SIVGA’s Nightingale PRO is a $269 planar magnetic IEM with a multi-magnet driver, CNC-machined housing, low 16 ohms impedance, and wide 20Hz-40kHz response for...
New Products
Unbelievably priced JT7 open-back planar magnetic headphone debuts at $119, along with the JT3 open-back dynamic model for only $69.
Bookshelf Speakers
Dutch & Dutch’s new 6c wireless speaker brings compact design, BACCH3D audio, RoomMatching, and high-end engineering to a smaller, more flexible footprint.
News
Priced from under $2,700 to $6,000, this year's top eight UST projectors faced off against each other for the title of Best UST Projector...
Reviews
Sony's latest OLED TV offers superior picture performance right out of the box. Is that enough to justify the price? (Spoiler alert - it...
Reviews
Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds Gen 2 refine a classic with Bluetooth 5.4, wireless charging, better call quality, and top-tier ANC. Sony is likely to...
Reviews
Skullcandy’s Aviator 900 ANC revives a classic design with Bluetooth LE, THX spatial audio, and bold sound. A stylish, durable, and feature-packed $299 comeback.
Dongle DACs
Questyle’s QCC ($59) and QCC Pro ($99) finally bring aptX Adaptive and LDAC to iPhone and iPad, giving Apple users higher resolution Bluetooth audio.
Dongle DACs
Is the $49 Creative BT-W6 Bluetooth 5.4 dongle worth it to give your old laptop or console aptX Adaptive, LC3, and 24-bit/96kHz wireless audio?
Dongle DACs
The Questyle M18i blurs the line between dongle and desktop DAC, offering current-mode amplification, wired and wireless versatility, and exceptional sound quality—but short battery...
Reviews
Apple AirPods Pro 3 add a ton of smart new tricks but lose the magic that made the AirPods Pro 2 so good.
A/V Receivers & Preamp/Processors
Phil Jones from Harman reveals what makes Denon and Marantz A/V receivers unique to help you decide which model is right for your home...
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Blu-ray, DVD & 4K Media Players
Kaleidescape’s new Mini Terra Prime delivers fast 4K downloads, silent operation, and 8TB of storage for about 125 high-bitrate films—its most accessible high-performance movie...
New Products
Klipsch revives its iconic ProMedia line with the Lumina 2.1 system, blending horn-loaded sound, RGB lighting, and modern connectivity for gamers and creators.
New Products
Samsung’s new Movingstyle lineup brings mobility to the living room with the 27-inch LSM7F and 32-inch M7 Smart Monitor, combining style, flexibility, and power.
In-Wall Speakers
KEF expands its Extreme Home Theater line with the THX-Certified Ci5120QLM-THX and Ci3120QLM-THX in-wall speakers, priced at $1,699.99 and $1,299.99 each.
Headphone Amps
The Saros Audio Systems Europa is a fully differential, hand-built tube headphone amplifier and preamp debuting at CAF 2025 for $8,495—precision without compromise.
Floorstanding Speakers
Bang & Olufsen turns 100 with the Beolab 90 Titan Edition—a $200,000+ statement in aluminum and ego that proves audiophile excess is alive and...
New Products
Creative’s Aurvana Ace 3 adds Bluetooth 5.4, LDAC, Auracast, and Mimi Sound Personalization to its xMEMS solid-state design for smarter, high-res wireless audio.
News
NBC Universal's flagship streaming service is promising live football broadcasts in 4K/HDR with Dolby Atmos surround sound, but will it work on your gear?
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.
New Products
At $599, Final’s new DX3000CL brings the design and tuning of its DX6000 open-back to a more affordable closed-back headphone, offering balance, comfort and...
Headphone Amps
Schiit’s Jotunheim 3 delivers massive power, ultra-low distortion, and a near-silent noise floor—Made in America, Forkbeard app-controlled, and built to drive any headphone with...
New Products
At $69.99, SOUNDPEATS Clip1 delivers Dolby Audio, LDAC, and N-Flex Arch comfort in a lightweight open-ear wireless earbud built for all-day wear, workouts, and...
New Products
Final’s new TONALITE earbuds use advanced 3D head and ear scanning to create a personalized timbre profile, offering AI-optimized sound tailored to your anatomy.
Articles
Explore the best value-driven headphone accessories for audiophiles, including stands, cables, and amps, that boost your sound without breaking the bank.
Music
Guided By Voices return with Thick Rich And Delicious, a sharp, hook-filled rock record that captures Robert Pollard and his best lineup in peak...
Articles
Because your streaming service doesn't cut it and these are 4K Blu-ray players in 2025 that still matter.
New Products
TCL’s T7 Series QLED TVs slot in below the QM6K TVs in 2025, opting for Direct LED backlighting instead of MiniLED.
New Products
At $269, XGIMI’s Vibe One makes projectors fun and portable for convenient big screen entertainment just about anywhere.
Articles
From the music you stream to the rage you post, the algorithm owns you. Orwell saw it coming—control disguised as choice, obedience sold as...
New Products
LG MAGNIT 136-inch Active Matrix Micro LED TV delivers next-level pixel control, modular design, and stunning 4K visuals for high-end home theaters.
News
Samsung teams up with Perplexity to bring AI-powered answers, smart search, and system-wide integration to it 2025 TV lineup
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.
Cell Phones
T-Mobile Phone Boasts an Intuitive Touch Screen and QWERTY Keyboard, Plus Popular Google Products and Fresh, New Applications T-Mobile today announced the international launch...
New Products
CEA-CNET Index of Consumer Technology Expectations Remains Elevated Consumer confidence in the economy increased in September, according to figures released today by the Consumer...
New Products
‘CSI’ from CBS, Disney Channel’s ‘Hannah Montana’ and more Add to a Growing Library of Choices that can be Streamed to PCs and TVs...
New Products
How many times have you reached for a cable only to find it has the wrong XLR connector on the other end? In direct...
New Products
22-inch TV Incorporates Built-In DVD, HDTV and PC Functionality Ideal for the Other Room ViewSonic Corp. introduces the latest addition to its LCD TV...
Headphones
SURGE Waterproof Headphones Incorporate Leading Acoustic and Waterproof Technologies to Provide a Watersports Music Experience that is Unmatched. H2O Audio, the leading watersports music...
Laptops
Sony Unveils World’s Lightest Blu-ray Disc Notebook Sony today took the wraps off the world’s lightest computer with Blu-ray Disc™ technology — the VAIO...
Blu-ray, DVD & 4K Media Players
Sub-$400 Model Leaps Ahead in Recording Speed; Includes Blu-ray Disc Movie Title ‘Men In Black’ Sony Electronics today announced its third generation internal Blu-ray...
New Products
Wireless, DVD and Input Links Integrate With TV For Seamless Operation Sony Electronics announced the availability of three new BRAVIA Link modules including the...
New Products
SAN FRANCISCO, CA – Coined as the ultimate microphone cable by its users, Wireworks MusiLUX Microphone Cabling is the first choice for audiophiles’ in-studio...
