Floorstanding Speakers
Arendal Sound unveils the 1610 loudspeaker series bringing flagship inspired design and three way performance to a more accessible price point without cutting corners.
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New Products
Can a Bluetooth turntable make vinyl practical for wireless headphone users? TEAC’s TN 400BT X/TB bets that convenience matters more than purism.
DAPs
The FiiO JM21 portable DAP offers big power, Android 13, and wide flexibility, but does its neutral sound do enough to stand out?
Integrated Amps & Stereo Receivers
Ultrafide Audio will unveil the ENSO INT-125 integrated amplifier at Bristol Hi-Fi Show 2026, a UK-built 125W design with DAC.
Reviews
Our hands-on review of Sony’s new top-of-the-line WF-1000XM6 wireless earbuds reveals they've been improved in a few key areas.
Articles
Bad Bunny at the Super Bowl, record shopping, Meze Audio's latest headphones, and a hard look at high-end audio shows in 2026.
A/V Furniture & Accessories
Toneoptic’s CAN record storage system offers modular stackable vinyl storage made in Los Angeles starting at $195 and designed to replace milk crates for...
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.
Articles
Our picks of the very best from NAMM 2026 include active speakers, studio monitors, headphones, car audio, software tools and more.
New Products
Can the $749 Okki Nokki ONE built in the Netherlands set a new standard for quieter and more reliable record cleaning machines?
New Products
Does Optoma's $1,299 UHZ36 deliver the right balance of brightness, gaming performance, and Filmmaker Mode upgrades or are key features missing for serious installs?
New Products
BenQ’s W5850 targets serious home theater enthusiasts with laser brightness, factory calibration, and film-first features—but at a higher price and with notable omissions.
Exclusive Videos
Find out what the Focal Mu-so Hekla all-in-one speaker can actually do, and why the company doesn't want to call it a soundbar.
New Products
Unison Research’s Unico PRE v2 and DM v2 introduce a modern design, substantially more power, and an $18,498 system price—no streamer, no Bluetooth, just...
New Products
At $2,495, MoFi Electronics’ UltraPhono Pro brings MasterPhono design DNA to a more attainable phono preamp with fully discrete, low noise, MM/MC flexibility, and...
IEMs
Is the SIVGA Nightingale Pro the planar IEM that finally gets linear tuning right, or is its warm, reference sound too niche to break...
A/V Receivers & Preamp/Processors
The stalwart Japanese HiFi brand lives on with this, their latest nine-channel AV receiver. Does it offer the right blend of performance, features and...
Reviews
Can a $3,800 wireless speaker replace traditional hi-fi? The Devialet Phantom Ultimate 108 dB tests the limits of scale, power, and control without cables.
Over-Ear Headphones
Can a $958 planar from Sendy Audio really challenge HiFiMAN, Audeze, and Dan Clark? The Egret delivers premium build, balance, and serious technical chops.
DAPs
At $2,749, can the Astell&Kern PD10 actually replace your DAP and your streamer—or is it solving a problem you don’t have?
Reviews
At $229 do Sony LinkBuds Clip justify their price with comfort, smart features and open-ear convenience or do the sound tradeoffs matter more?
Bookshelf Speakers
Which compact speaker sounds best on a desk? DALI, Q Acoustics, and Acoustic Energy go head-to-head.
Floorstanding Speakers
KLH Audio President David Kelley joins the podcast to discuss the company's history, loudspeaker design, today's product line and more.
Music Streamers
A/V Receivers & Preamp/Processors
New Products
Lexus is pushing its first full-electric SUV with Miles Davis on classic vinyl and a gorgeous turntable from VPI, and we're fully on board.
New Products
Second generation écoute vacuum tube wireless noise cancelling headphones improve comfort and sound in a slightly modified design.
New Products
Wearable Bluetooth speakers or a terrible idea made loud? The $99.99 JLab Blue XL speaker headphones aim for volume, not subtlety.
Music Streamers
Esoteric’s N-05XE and S-05XE combine flagship DAC, streaming, balanced preamp, serious headphone amp, and Class A power—but at $26,500, is this the most future-proof...
Bookshelf Speakers
For about a 10% price premium, customers in the EU and APAC can purchase the Bowers & Wilkins 707 Prestige Edition bookshelf speaker in...
A/V Receivers & Preamp/Processors
ARCAM’s new Radia home theater lineup adds Dirac Live ART, higher channel counts, and new audio video amps and processors, priced from $4,500 to...
New Products
Theory Professional previews the SR-221.3 at ISE 2026, an extreme-output full-range loudspeaker. Pricing isn’t final, but it won’t be cheap.
Home Theater
European customers of the streaming service are reporting that movies and shows that used to be available in Dolby Vision dynamic HDR are now...
Integrated Amps & Stereo Receivers
Hi-Fi Components
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.
DACs
Pro-Ject’s Pre Box S3 is a compact control hub with phono, HDMI eARC, USB-C, Bluetooth, and headphone support—but can one small box really run...
DACs
Can Fosi Audio’s $199 K7 deliver truly audiophile-grade sound with balanced power, EQ, and broad connectivity—or does value finally meet its limits?
Articles
Premium audio sounds better than ever but warranties are stuck in the past. Why are $400 to $2000 headphones and speakers still treated as...
New Products
beyerdynamic introduces Headphone Lab at NAMM 2026, a free plug-in that adds factory-calibrated, speaker-style monitoring to DT studio headphones.
Dongle DACs
Fosi Audio debuts the MD3 Magnetic and DS3 portable DAC/headphone amplifiers at CanJam Dubai 2026, focusing on compact design, XMOS processing, and IEM-friendly performance—not...
Music
Craft Recordings lines up Record Store Day 2026 with nine limited edition vinyl releases spanning jazz, soul, indie, and pop, including Miles Davis, Abbey...
Articles
Jazz Dispensary at 10, CI life in the Keys, wireless headphones, and a messy Oscars season point to a culture in flux—made clearer by...
A/V Receivers & Preamp/Processors
Marantz brings the cost of A/V separates down to a more affordable price point with the AV 30 preamp/processor and AMP 30 multi-channel power...
Articles
CES 2026 reveals a turning point for movies: IMAX hits record highs, home screens get massive, and Netflix–Paramount reshape the future of theaters.
New Products
Sylvox debuts the world’s first frameless outdoor TV at CES 2026, plus a 110-inch 4K QLED model built to survive sun, rain, sports nights,...
New Products
Samsung previews its 130-inch Micro RGB TV at CES 2026, showcasing bold industrial design and advanced AI features. Availability and pricing remain TBD.
New Products
XGIMI’s TITAN Noir Max aims to bridge lifestyle design and premium projection, but pricing, final specs, and Q1 2026 availability will determine where it...
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.
Blu-ray, DVD & 4K Media Players
TiVo just announced the Roamio DVR Series, available in three models: TiVo Roamio, TiVo Roamio Plus and TiVo Roamio Pro. They vary mainly by hard...
Blu-ray, DVD & 4K Media Players
Sony today announced the PlayStation Vita (PS Vita) portable video game system is now available for $199.99 in North America, as a wealth of...
Blu-ray, DVD & 4K Media Players
Sony today announced that the PlayStation4 (PS4) (CUH-1000A series) computer entertainment system will launch on November 15, 2013 in the Canada and U.S. for $399, and from November 29,...
New Products
Garmin today announced VIRB and VIRB Elite compact, waterproof 1080p HD action camcorders, which feature a rugged and waterproof (IPX-7) housing, so there is...
IEMs
Westone today announced the UM Pro Series 10, 20 and 30 in-ear headphones for stage or studio. The UM Pro 10 is ideal for on-stage...
New Products
Is it a smartphone or a tablet? With a 6.3-inch HD screen, the new Samsung Galaxy Mega functions as on oversized smartphone, with a...
New Products
Epson today announced the $649 PowerLite Home Cinema 730HD 720p 3LCD projector, which features 3,000 lumens color and white brightness, and built-in sound for...
New Products
Onkyo today announced the LS-B50 soundbar with wireless subwoofer and LS-T10 TV speaker, both of which include Bluetooth audio streaming and a multi-speaker array...
Head Units
Sony just announced the XAV-602BT smartphone connected, 6.1-inch in-dash touchscreen CD/DVD head unit with MirrorLink and optional XA-NV300T GPS navigation module with TomTom user...
CD Players
Marantz today announced the CD6005 hi-fi compact-disc player for audiophiles, which features proprietary Hyper Dynamic Amplifier Module (HDAM) discrete circuit topology along with a...
