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FiiO DAPs with price increase FiiO DAPs with price increase

CD Players

FiiO raises prices on key DAPs starting April 2026 amid tariffs and rising costs, but with stronger rivals closing in, will buyers stick around?

Shanling SM90 Music Streamer Angle Shanling SM90 Music Streamer Angle

Music Streamers

Shanling SM90 adds HDMI ARC, dual AKM DACs, and Android streaming under $1,000, but can it stand out in a crowded streamer market?

LAiV Crescendo VERSE LAiV Crescendo VERSE

Headphone Amps

Can LAiV’s $849 Crescendo VERSE R2R DAC, preamp, and headphone amp compete with FiiO, Topping, and Schiit in a crowded desktop category?

JBL PartyBox On-the-go 2 Plus Portable Bluetooth Speaker at Beach JBL PartyBox On-the-go 2 Plus Portable Bluetooth Speaker at Beach

New Products

JBL PartyBox On The Go 2 Plus adds AI karaoke with real time vocal removal, EasySing mics, and Auracast. Is this the future of...

Zappa Bongo Fury 50th Anniversary Super Deluxe Box Set Packaging Zappa Bongo Fury 50th Anniversary Super Deluxe Box Set Packaging

Music

Frank Zappa’s Bongo Fury 50th Anniversary Super Deluxe box set includes five CDs and a Blu-ray disc with Dolby Atmos and 5.1 surround, plus...

Ray Barretto Acid Vinyl Reissue LP Album Colors Ray Barretto Acid Vinyl Reissue LP Album Colors

Music

Ray Barretto’s Acid returns on AAA vinyl May 22. Craft Latino brings the boogaloo heat again. Think you are fast enough to grab one?

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Gift Ideas

Kaleidescape Paradise Theater Ultimate Man Cave Kaleidescape Paradise Theater Ultimate Man Cave

Gift Guides

Building the ultimate man cave in 2026? Discover the best home theater, hi-fi, and tech upgrades that deliver real performance, not hype.

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Blu-ray, DVD & 4K Media Players

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Beats by Dre Powerbeats Pro 2 Nike Special Edition Wireless Earbuds Beats by Dre Powerbeats Pro 2 Nike Special Edition Wireless Earbuds

New Products

Beats and Nike team up for Powerbeats Pro 2 Special Edition with fitness features, bold design, and zero upgrades under the hood. Smart move...

Popular Netflix Shows March 2026 Popular Netflix Shows March 2026

Movies

Netflix pockets $2.8 Billion from its failed Warner Brothers acquisition attempt, but increases subscriptions up to $26.99 monthly.

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Articles

Opening Day optimism, Sennheiser in limbo, Kaleidescape at 25, and a study that questions how we hear. Think you’re paying attention? Think again.

Marantz Model M1 Lifestyle Marantz Model M1 Lifestyle

Music Streamers

Marantz's Model M1 packs 100W, HEOS, HDMI eARC, and Dirac Live into a compact streaming amp for only $1,000.

Fosi Audio S3 Music Streamer Front Angle Silver with Orange Knob Fosi Audio S3 Music Streamer Front Angle Silver with Orange Knob

Music Streamers

Can the $259 Fosi Audio S3 streamer DAC and preamp challenge WiiM and Bluesound with balanced outputs and HDMI eARC despite missing key features?

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Reviews

Fosi Audo Portable Magnetic DAC Angle

Dongle DACs

Can a $149 MagSafe compatible DAC/amp deliver clean, neutral sound and fix the cable chaos of dongle DACs for iPhone users? The Fosi MD3...

Blu-ray Disc Movies March 2026 Blu-ray Disc Movies March 2026

Movies

A fresh Blu-ray roundup spans hit TV series, Fred Astaire musicals, Broadway adaptations, and Looney Tunes classics. Which releases deserve a spot on your...

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Movies

"Network" saw the corporate media circus coming. Criterion Collection's new 4K restoration proves the film was not satire. It was prophecy.

Hamnet 4K Ultra HD Movie Screenshot Hamnet 4K Ultra HD Movie Screenshot

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...

Campfire Audio Andromeda 10 IEMs Campfire Audio Andromeda 10 IEMs

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...

SIVGA SV021 Pro Open-back Headphones Side Earcup in Beechwood SIVGA SV021 Pro Open-back Headphones Side Earcup in Beechwood

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?

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New Products

2026 Samsung QN70H and QN80H Neo QLED 4K TVs

New Products

Samsung’s 2026 Neo QLED 4K TVs deliver AI picture upgrades, gaming support, and sizes from 43 to 100 inches. What will it cost you?...

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New Products

Samsung 2026 Mini LED TVs offer 4K UHD, gaming features, Vision AI, and sizes from 43 to 85 inches. Here’s pricing, specs, and lineup...

Bravia 3, II TV with BRAVIA Home Theater Bar 9 and 2 BRAVIA Theater Sub 9s. Bravia 3, II TV with BRAVIA Home Theater Bar 9 and 2 BRAVIA Theater Sub 9s.

New Products

Sony just launched two new soundbars, new rear speakers and three new subwoofers plus the ability to add a second powered sub to their...

Sony BRAVIA 3, Mark II Sony BRAVIA 3, Mark II

New Products

Sony is bringing its renowned XR video processor for TVs to a much more affordable price point.

2026 Grado Classic Headphones 2026 Grado Classic Headphones

New Products

Grado Classic Series launches with 7 updated headphones from $125. What’s new, what’s not, and who these are really for.

2026 Cambridge Audio CXN100 SE Music Streamer Black 2026 Cambridge Audio CXN100 SE Music Streamer Black

Music Streamers

Does HDMI eARC support make the Cambridge Audio CXN100 SE a better $1,099 streamer for modern hi-fi systems?

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Vintage Audio

QUAD 33 and 303 Lifestyle

Amplifiers

At $3,200 for the combo, Quad revives a 57-year old design for audiophiles seeking modern conveniences with retro nostalgia.

Aragon 4004 MKII Aragon 4004 MKII

Amplifiers

Is it worthwhile to combine the Aragon 4004 MKII and Audible Illusions Modulus 3A or is this one vintage audio system too far?

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Articles

How a tiny turntable restoration company called Vinyl Nirvana turned a new generation of vinyl listeners into the cult of Thorens.

HiFi Provisions Vintage Audio Items for Sale HiFi Provisions Vintage Audio Items for Sale

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.

Headphones & Personal Audio

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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...

2026 Apple AirPods Max 2 Wireless ANC Headphone Colors 2026 Apple AirPods Max 2 Wireless ANC Headphone Colors

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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...

Burson Audio Soloist Stellar Headphone Amplifier Front Burson Audio Soloist Stellar Headphone Amplifier Front

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...

Burson Audio Conductor Stellar Class A Headphone Amplifier Burson Audio Conductor Stellar Class A Headphone Amplifier

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?

Home Theater

Epson Lifestudio Grand Plus UST Projector

New Products

The new Epson Lifestudio Grand Plus LS970 UST Projector is bright enough to light up a huge screen just inches from the wall and...

Netflix Stranger Things Complete Series July 2026 Netflix Stranger Things Complete Series July 2026

Movies

Stranger Things Complete Series on Blu-ray and 4K UHD arrives this July in four collector box sets, but which edition should you buy?

2026 Hisense ULED MiniLED TVs - U6, U7, U6 Pro 2026 Hisense ULED MiniLED TVs - U6, U7, U6 Pro

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...

2026 LG G6 and C6 OLED 4K TVs Angle View 2026 LG G6 and C6 OLED 4K TVs Angle View

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.

Predator Badlands Movie 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray Disc Screenshot Predator Badlands Movie 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray Disc Screenshot

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Predator: Badlands hunts in native 4K with savage Atmos bass, and visuals so sharp even a Weyland Yutani synthetic would glitch trying to process...

Ben-Hur 4K Ultra HD Ben-Hur 4K Ultra HD

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...

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With over 20,000 attendees, CEDIA Expo is back and better than ever. Here are our picks for "Best in Show."

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A clean record sounds better and prolongs the life of your phono cartridge. My best record cleaning solutions to achieve both and maintain your...

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Articles

What are the best audiophile phono preamps for under $1,000? See which models we picked from Croft, iFi, and Pro-Ject.

Duno Modular Cable System Duno Modular Cable System

Articles

With so many different types of smart phones, DAPs, and portable headphone amplifiers, we think these headphone accessories make a lot of sense.

Audiophile System Builder

Muarah MU-2 Phono Tube Preamplifier

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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...

WiiM Ultra Music Streamer Angle WiiM Ultra Music Streamer Angle

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.

Moon by Simaudio 250i V2 Integrated Amplifier Moon by Simaudio 250i V2 Integrated Amplifier

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...

ACT SCM50ASL Active Loudspeakers in Black, Walnut, White ACT SCM50ASL Active Loudspeakers in Black, Walnut, White

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Starting at $22,499 per pair, the ATC SCM50ASL Active Speakers take your music listening experience to a whole new level.

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