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Although only a minor upgrade over the WH-1000XM3, the new Sony WH-1000XM4 is the best wireless noise cancelling headphone of 2020.
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A day in the life with open baffle loudspeakers and full range drivers from Linear Tube Audio, Omega Speakers, and Spatial Audio.
For $1000 this versatile CD player can function as a Transport or DAC. Plus it plays CDs that sound better than streaming.
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You don't have to spend a lot to get audiophile sound from bookshelf sized loudspeakers. Choose from ten great speakers under $1400/pair.
A portable USB DAC that plugs into your smartphone to improve the sound quality of headphone listening on-the-go.
Build a complete audiophile-grade stereo system with Acoustic Energy AE1 Active Bookshelf Loudspeakers and the hi-fi components that sound best with it.
Review By Maurice Jeffries New Heavyweight Contenders! My first encounter with DS Audio’s fascinating line of optical cartridges and matching phono energizers (the term...
Portable USB DACs are a new category that can take well regarded headphones from Meze Audio and Audeze to the next level when listening...
At $7499, Yamaha's flagship stereo integrated amplifier for 2020 pays homage to the company's heritage. Check out part 1 of our review.
First impressions of a portable headphone combo for audiophiles using the Clarus CODA USB DAC with the Audeze LCD-1 planar-magnetic over-ear headphones.
Denon's 2020 middle-of-the-line 9.2-channel home theater receiver superbly handles surround sound, while ushering in support for 8K TVs.
In part 2 of our review we compare the Songbird hifi streamer with some affordable DACs and speakers.
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Build a truly great sounding hi-fi audio system for less than you think. Select from a curated list of components that work well together...
Our recommendations for buying a complete audiophile stereo system with a budget between $3600 to $7400 for streaming hi-res audio.
What you need to know when shopping for vintage audiophile gear.
As 2020 winds down, we'd like to recognize a few industry colleagues, thank our regular visitors and let everyone know what to expect in...
A buying guide to build a complete audiophile stereo system with speakers and components that work well together for under $3000.
Four piece sound bar system includes SR2 wireless surround speakers and React Sub with remote and Alexa voice control for $647.
Feature packed $499 DAC and Headphone Amplifier adds native MQA support and processes hi-res audio up to 32-bit/768kHz (PCM) and DSD512.
Priced at $1495, Mytek's reference THX headphone amp is for both musically passionate headphone enthusiasts and pro audio sound engineers.
KEF's 1000-watt powered subwoofer uses new force-canceling Uni-Core technology to achieve deep and loud bass from a minimal footprint.
Focal's top-of-the-line 1000 Series in-wall / in-ceiling speakers and subwoofer raise the bar on architectural speaker performance.
Panasonic announces flagship OLED 4K TV for 2021, aiming to outclass the best LG and Sony have to offer in both picture and sound...
Although only a minor upgrade over the WH-1000XM3, the new Sony WH-1000XM4 is the best wireless noise cancelling headphone of 2020.
Musings of a lifelong audio enthusiast with audiophile aspirations and modest means.
Audiophiles can save big on a digital music system bundle when purchasing select Focal loudspeakers with a Naim Uniti streaming player.
Streaming digital music from an audiophile-grade component will not only sound better, but provide greater multi-room functionality.
Apple's first 5G iPhones are now available in 6.1-inch screen sizes. Find out which one could be right for you.
At $599, the 4th generation Apple iPad Air is the tablet for most people, especially those looking for a laptop replacement.
Explore BDI's highly functional range of TV stands and media consoles to beautify your home theater. Plus get tips and advice when shopping for...
11 records recommended from Colemine Records, Blue Note 80 Vinyl Reissues and Tone Poet Series.
The most affordable Beats ever offer a 12-hour battery, Apple's W1 chip for simplified connectivity and magnetic auto-play/pause in an around the neck wireless...
TIDAL members can now stream hi-res music directly to compatible wireless speakers, and just use the TIDAL app as the controller.
Although called a phono equalizer in reference to the RIAA curve, this $229 phono preamp is designed to improve the sound quality of most...
Musings of a lifelong audio enthusiast with audiophile aspirations and modest means.
Get expert advice about subwoofer setup, room placement tips and configuration settings from the head of engineering at Axiom Audio.
Don't be fooled by audiophiles with golden ears when shopping for high-end audio equipment.
Find out the ten unwritten (secret) rules high-end audio magazines wish you did not know about how audiophile components are reviewed.
