Music
TIDAL will label fully AI generated tracks and stop royalties, while Qobuz, Spotify, and Apple Music take different paths against AI music fraud.
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Music
Ghostface calls again: Marco Beltrami’s Scream score returns in a 30th anniversary vinyl and CD reissue from Varèse Sarabande and Craft Recordings.
Car Audio
Volvo adds native Apple Music to over 2 million cars, with Dolby Atmos Spatial Audio for select Bowers & Wilkins-equipped models.
Dongle DACs
Can Muse HiFi’s M3 Ultra make portable digital audio sound fuller without the usual tube amp compromises?
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...
DAPs
Shanling M0 Pura packs hi-res playback, dual DACs, microSD storage, Bluetooth, and USB DAC support into a tiny $129 DAP.
Daily Deals
Amazon Prime Day is a four-day shopping event from June 23-26, 2026 offering the biggest discounts of the year on consumer electronics.
New Products
Can Final’s $8,499 DX10000 CL justify its True Diamond driver and closed-back flagship design, or is the price the real headline?
New Products
Nothing’s latest $99 wireless earbuds add Audio Snapshot, call recording, LDAC, 45 dB ANC, and up to 42 hours of battery life, giving the...
Music
TIDAL is raising prices in August 2026. How does it compare to Apple Music, Spotify, Qobuz, Amazon Music, Deezer and YouTube Music?
New Products
Can FiiO’s $69 FG3 gaming headset deliver Hi-Fi dual-driver sound, virtual 7.1 surround, and browser EQ for budget gamers?
A/V Furniture & Accessories
Frustrated by the unreliability of cheap cables and the empty promises of expensive ones, the founder of CalebRated just launched his own value-oriented line...
Music
Rush’s 1974 to 1985 album run gets the audiophile treatment from Mobile Fidelity with a multi-year reissue series on UltraDisc One-Step vinyl, 45RPM 2LP...
Reviews
Samsung's flagship soundbar system is surprisingly affordable for what it offers, and it also has a leg up on the competition in its immersive...
Reviews
Can the Andover Audio FreePlay deliver true stereo sound, long battery life, and real durability in a portable Bluetooth speaker?
Reviews
Can Noble's $199 Osprey deliver audiophile-grade true wireless sound without the ANC and app features found on Sony and Bose earbuds?
Headphone Amps
Can Topping’s $119 DX1 II outfeature Schiit and FiiO with 4.4mm balanced headphone output, PEQ, optical I/O, and console support?
Reviews
Can the Q Acoustics Q SUB100 deliver deep, controlled bass for music, movies, and a wide range of stereo and home theater speakers?
Music Streamers
Bluesound NODE review: Can the $750 streamer outclass WiiM and Cambridge with improved sound, stable BluOS, and Dirac Live potential?
Reviews
Samsung's Micro RGB TV tech fulfills the extended color promise of RGB-backlit TVs
Podcasts
Hi-Fi Bear reveals what makes T10 Bespoke's in-ear computers so special with eCoustics Podcast Producer Mitch Anderson who tries them for the first time.
Floorstanding Speakers
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IEMs
Sony’s $119 IER-M500 wired IEMs target musicians with secure fit, stage-grade isolation, and compact single-driver sound.
New Products
Can Edifier’s $149 HECATE G5 MAX challenge Sony Pulse Elite with THX Spatial Audio+, low-latency wireless, and 305-hour battery life?
Music Streamers
Can Ferrum BROEN turn Volumio, SFP networking, and WANDLA integration into a serious high-end streaming transport for external DACs?
IEMs
Noble Audio's $699 Iris IEM combines a custom 10.2mm dynamic driver, three-layer diaphragm, Micarta housing, and modular cable connectivity.
IEMs
Is the Noble Audio Vanguard the strongest sub-$350 hybrid IEM for listeners who want premium shells, 1DD + 2BA drivers, balanced connectivity, and USB-C...
Headphone Amps
Luxsin X8 and X9 desktop DAC and headphone amps arrive in North America with HP-EQ, touchscreens, serious output power, and AI-assisted EQ on the...
New Products
Vertere’s $2,399 Phono-1 LX phono preamp adds quieter power, flexible MM/MC loading, revised grounding, and serious competition for MoFi and Cyrus.
Loudspeakers
Dynaudio says support will continue as it exits North America and closes its U.S. subsidiary, but dealer and warranty questions remain.
A/V Receivers & Preamp/Processors
A/V Receivers & Preamp/Processors
Music
Eric Pye (@audioloveyyc) returns to Japan to explore the hi-fi and music scene in late-2025.
Amplifiers
The eCoustics team discusses what's happening in the vintage tube market and what to look for when buying or upgrading tube amplifiers.
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?
Headphones
Four new wired headphones and a compact USB DAC give ULTRASONE its biggest product launch to date, with models aimed at audiophiles, studio professionals,...
New Products
Can HIFIMAN’s $1,899 HE6 Remastered revive a planar icon with a lighter headband and the same serious amplifier demands?
New Products
FiiO EH13 wireless headphones deliver ANC, LDAC, Bluetooth 6.0, wired listening, and up to 75 hours of battery life for under $50.
Over-Ear Headphones
Can THIEAUDIO's $399 Cypher open-back headphone challenge the HD600 with deeper bass, wider imaging, and more detail without sacrificing natural tone?
DACs
Weiss DAC204-MK2 arrives in the U.S. and Canada with an upgraded ESS DAC, improved jitter control, and a refined analog output stage.
Music
Jeff Buckley’s Grace arrives on Blu-ray with new Steven Wilson Dolby Atmos and DTS-HD MA 5.1 mixes, plus 96/24 stereo. Which mix wins?
Articles
America turns 250 this Fourth of July. These 25 films confront the country’s myths, race, class, war, ambition, greed, and capacity for reinvention far...
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After reviewing both 2026 4K TVs, we compare Samsung's R95H flagship Micro RGB TV versus Sony's Bravia 7 II True RGB TV to help...
Articles
Ofra Haza, Kefaya and Elaha Soroor, budget horror’s box office win, and why a proper South African braai beats a July 4 barbecue.
New Products
Amazon’s Ember Artline TV brings free art, AI room matching, Fire TV, and Alexa+ to the lifestyle TV category in 55- and 65-inch QLED...
Movies
New animated 4K Blu-ray releases put Dolby Vision, Atmos, and stunning artistry to work across five standout discs from Disney, Pixar, anime, and cult...
Monitors
With TCL's joint venture with Sony to manufacturer Sony BRAVIA TVs on the horizon, we're wondering whether TCL's push to bring InkJet Printed OLED...
Articles
We tested dozens of budget Bluetooth speakers to find the best. Our top picks deliver big sound, waterproof durability, long battery life, and real...
Articles
Clean, cleaner, cleanest: record cleaning options for vinyl collectors, from anti-static brushes to ultrasonic machines. What works?
Articles
From 750 brands and thousands of products, we selected 26 standout winners across categories that delivered even if your accountant won’t approve.
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
Physical media isn’t dead. These are the 10 best 4K UHD Blu-ray discs of 2025 with reference picture and sound, and meaningful extras.
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
PSB Speakers releases three new finishes for the Alpha iQ, all-in-one wireless bookshelf speakers featuring built-in streaming and amplification.
Gift Guides
The heat and wet weather has become unbearable in some parts of North America and Europe but that doesn't mean you can't enjoy that...
Blu-ray, DVD & 4K Media Players
Netflix has officially ended its $9.99/month basic no-ad plan. Find out what subscription plans are available from July 2023 going forward.
Floorstanding Speakers
Anthony Chiarella is the North American Director of Sales and Marketing for Denmark’s ultra-luxe high-end audio brand, Gryphon Audio Designs.
Audio Cables
Thinking about upgrading your speaker and interconnect cables? The Chord Company ShawlineX ARAY prove that you don't have to spend a fortune for great...
Music
The innovative trumpeter’s postmodern masterpiece features an all-star line-up, including Gary Bartz, Ron Carter and Lenny White
Music
Mixed on Focal #5 has been released by Focal Naim America and is available to consumers as a playlist on TIDAL, Qobuz, Amazon Music...
New Products
Monitor Audio's Anthra Subwoofer Series has arrived. 3 different driver sizes. Class D amplification. Substantial price tags. We can't wait to experience these.
News
More than 250,000 consumers have signed up to receive their free Telly 4K TV. You really need to read the Terms of Service before...
Music
If you bought a MoFi vinyl LP between 2007 and 2022, you may be entitled to part of the settlement.
Blu-ray, DVD & 4K Media Players
