DACs
Topping’s $1,799 D900 DAC/Preamp debuts with a custom PSRM 1-bit engine, analog volume control and 10-band PEQ.
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Articles
Explore the best value-driven headphone accessories for audiophiles, including stands, cables, and amps, that boost your sound without breaking the bank.
New Products
Andover Audio’s new $729 SpinPlay all-in-one record player combines true hi-fi sound, IsoGroove tech, and Bluetooth connectivity—outclassing Crosley-style decks.
New Products
At $269, XGIMI’s Vibe One makes projectors fun and portable for convenient big screen entertainment just about anywhere.
Music
Jack Nitzsche’s haunting One Flew Over the Cuckoo’s Nest score returns on AAA vinyl from Varèse Sarabande and Craft—clean, unsettling, and painfully human.
Music
The Giants of Jazz 2LP reissue unites Frank Sinatra’s classic mid-’60s collaborations with Count Basie and Duke Ellington, newly remastered for vinyl.
Music
Power To The People is a watershed for fans who have long awaited high quality recordings of live performances from this fertile period of...
Gift Guides
This is the really good stuff for audiophiles, music lovers and home theater enthusiasts that's guaranteed to impress.
Music Streamers
The new Qobuz Android TV App lets you stream or download lossless and hi-res digital music from select Sony, TCL and Hisense TVs.
New Products
The HEDDphone D1 brings Berlin engineering to the $799 headphone arena with a Thin-Ply Carbon Diaphragm, taking on Sennheiser, Focal, and Beyerdynamic head-on.
New Products
Focal’s Mu-so Hekla launches November 6 in Seoul before expanding globally in 2026. Priced at $3,600 USD, it’s a Dolby Atmos powerhouse built on...
New Products
At $699, Noble Audio’s FoKus Prestige Encore elevates luxury wireless listening with a four-driver hybrid design, Audiodo sound calibration, Bluetooth 5.4 with aptX Lossless...
New Products
Bang & Olufsen’s Beosound Premiere brings Dolby Atmos and Wide Stage tech to a smaller, $5800 “budget” soundbar—luxury sound for anyone who still has...
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...
Reviews
Apple AirPods Pro 3 add a ton of smart new tricks but lose the magic that made the AirPods Pro 2 so good.
Reviews
Sony's flagship soundbar system will add punch to your movie and TV viewing and music listening, but at a price.
Over-Ear Headphones
Fosi Audio i5 open-back planar headphones aren’t perfect, but deliver deep bass, detailed imaging, and impressive technical performance.
Over-Ear Headphones
Refined, not reinvented: Meze 99 Classics 2nd Gen delivers better clarity, isolation, and modern connectivity without losing its musical soul.
Reviews
Sennheiser HDB 630 delivers high-res 24-bit/96kHz wireless audio with aptX Adaptive, smart ANC, and the BTD 700 dongle for Android, iOS, and desktop.
Reviews
At $1,750, are the DALI IO-12 wireless ANC headphones worth it? With precise sound, rich bass, clear mids, and long battery life, they come...
Reviews
Ruark R1 vs Tivoli Model One BT: a showdown of design, tone, and tech. Tivoli brings punch, but the Ruark’s refinement makes it worth...
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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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.
Acoustic Room Treatment
GIK Acoustics debuts its new Amplitude line featuring patented recessed plate technology, premium finishes, and modern design for superior room acoustics and refined visual...
New Products
At $329, JBL’s Tour PRO 3 wireless earbuds combine dual drivers, adaptive noise cancellation, LDAC support, and a touchscreen Smart Charging Case to challenge...
IEMs
AZLA’s new $119 ARES Clear Gaming Earphones combine a dual-driver design, 47 in-game tuning profiles, and versatile wired connectivity for gamers who value clarity...
Headphone Amps
At $1,980, Eversolo’s DAC-Z10 combines dual AKM DACs, R2R volume control, balanced preamp design, and HDMI I2S connectivity in a refined, touchscreen-equipped chassis built...
CD Players
For $319, Shanling’s ECZero AKM delivers high-quality headphone listening, Bluetooth streaming to wireless headphones or speakers, and CD ripping—all in a sleek portable design.
New Products
MartinLogan dives deeper with the new Depth Series subwoofers—more power, pricier, and ready to rattle floors in a market already stacked with bass-heavy contenders.
News
UST Projector fans, get ready. The annual UST Showdown is scheduled for this weekend. Which of these eight high performance projectors will rise to...
Floorstanding Speakers
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.
Daily Deals
The award-winning Focal Bathys Black Silver wireless headphones are now $699 for the holidays—offering true hi-fi sound, ANC, and luxury design at their best...
Articles
Meze builds art you can hear, Popori turns physics into poetry, and the Blue Jays might just make Toronto believe again. Three miracles—only one...
New Products
Limited to 5,000 units, the $199 Audio-Technica ATH-M50xENSO headphones feature custom engraving on the earcups and headband inspired by Japanese ink paintings of the...
New Products
FiiO expands its 2025 lineup with the FT13 closed-back headphones, B15 R2R DAC, and Air Link Bluetooth transmitter—bringing premium sound, smart design, and hi-res...
Headphones
Meze 99 Classics 2nd Gen bring real wood, modular design, and refined tuning to a $349 headphone built for longevity and timeless style.
Music
Two recent releases from the free jazz universe of music celebrate two of the greatest saxophone icons of the 20th century, Archie Shepp and...
New Products
Panasonic Z8BA OLED delivers a 77-inch cinema-size picture, advanced HDR, True Game Mode, Dolby Atmos sound, and full Fire TV integration. But is it...
A/V Receivers & Preamp/Processors
Compare Denon and Marantz AVRs for 2025—explore features, performance, and prices to find the best home theater receiver for your setup, from budget to...
News
T.H.E. Film Festival and T.H.E. New York International Audio Show will take place from October 24-26, 2025 at the Hilton Hasbrouck Heights, Meadowlands, New...
News
Roku Fall 2025 updates bring AI Voice, OS14 enhancements, smarter search, and Vankyo Roku TV Smart Projector—streaming just got a lot easier.
New Products
For under $2,000 BenQ's TK705i and TK705STi 4K projectors deliver up to 150-inches of bright, low-lag home entertainment. But what's different?
Movies
High-end audio, wireless headphone chaos, Spotify’s fake “lossless,” and Hollywood’s latest implosion — from Taylor Swift’s box office reign to Marvel’s flops, the dogs...
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.
Floorstanding Speakers
The top-of-the-line floor standing loudspeakers from SVS raise the bar for audiophile grade sound at the $2,000/pair price point.
A/V Receivers & Preamp/Processors
Indy Audio Labs announced they just started producing the new 11.3-channel Acurus ACT 4 A/V Preamplifier for high-end home theaters. The $8500 ACT 4...
Reviews
There is simply no better sounding speaker of its size that can beat it.
New Products
Bowers & Wilkins today announced Zeppelin Wireless, a high-end Bluetooth speaker that also includes Airplay, aptX and Spotify Connect for streaming music from any...
Over-Ear Headphones
Overall, they sound flat and neutral with no particular area where they outperformed, unless you’re looking for neutral.
New Products
VAIO Corporation just released the VAIO Z Canvas, a high performance, convertible PC with a beautiful display and a natural-feeling stylus, all in a...
New Products
Brother today announced the PocketJet 7 portable printer, which are available in six different models that are mostly differentiated by connectivity options for different use...
New Products
Yamaha today released the SRT-1500 MusicCast TV Speaker Base, which supports Yamaha’s MusicCast wireless multiroom audio system unveiled in August 2015. It can be...
New Products
Yamaha today announced the YSP-1600 MusicCast Sound Bar, their first sound bar that supports Yamaha’s MusicCast wireless multiroom audio system unveiled in August 2015....
A/V Receivers & Preamp/Processors
Yamaha just announced the RX-S601 slimline network 5.1-channel A/V receiver with MusicCast wireless multiroom audio capabilities. Standing at 4-3/8-inches, a mere two-thirds the height...
