New Products
Technics SL-1500CS upgrades the popular SL-1500C with Delta Sigma Drive motor control. Does this precision boost make it the new direct drive leader in...
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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...
Music
A new companion to the 'Lets Get Lost' documentary soundtrack titled 'Swimming by Moonlight' offers a snapshot of Chet Baker's remarkably strong late period...
In-Ceiling Speakers
Q Acoustics Easyfit in-ceiling speakers feature tool free spring mounting, pivoting tweeters, IPX4 rated models, and proven driver tech for Atmos and whole home...
Music
Under appreciated songwriter Bobby Charles returns with Last Train To Memphis, now reissued on first time 2LP vinyl. A rich country folk blues gem...
DAPs
Can the Astell&Kern PD20 redefine portable hi-fi with hearing based personalization and Triple AMP architecture for under $2000?
Movies
Paramount wins Warner Bros Discovery after Netflix drops out. What happens to HBO, CNN, theaters, and streaming next in 2026?
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.
Dongle DACs
Can the $199 FiiO BTR17 still compete in 2026? With dual ESS DACs, THX power, and LDAC support, this pocket DAC/amp aims close to...
New Products
Rega's Aos MC borrows from the company’s $7000 reference phono stage at around $2300. Is it the new sweet spot for serious MC vinyl...
Music Streamers
Nagra Compact Player offers digital music streaming with DAC support up to PCM 384 kHz and DSD256. Is this the most attainable way into...
Music Streamers
Qobuz Connect arrives on Cambridge Audio StreamMagic Gen 2 and 3 via firmware update, extending new streaming features to legacy models.
New Products
LG expands its xboom lineup with Buds Plus and Buds Lite, adding ANC, Auracast, UVnano+ tech, and up to 35 hours of battery life.
News
Panasonic has aligned with Skyworth for US TV production starting in 2026. Will this strengthen the brand or change what buyers expect from its...
Dongle DACs
Is the Astell&Kern HC5 worth its premium price, or are you just paying for the logo on a balanced portable USB DAC?
Over-Ear Headphones
Can Meze’s $799 STRADA closed-back deliver big bass and detail without losing balance, or does it need careful amp pairing and EQ to shine?
Movies
Arrow Video brings Excalibur and Westworld to Limited Edition 4K UHD. Do the new restorations and extras justify the upgrade for collectors?
IEMs
Is the DUNU DN142 the smartest buy under $300? This tribrid IEM delivers lively treble, controlled sub bass, strong build quality, and one of...
DAPs
The FiiO JM21 portable DAP offers big power, Android 13, and wide flexibility, but does its neutral sound do enough to stand out?
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.
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...
Amplifiers
The eCoustics team discusses what's happening in the vintage tube market and what to look for when buying or upgrading tube amplifiers.
Floorstanding Speakers
Music Streamers
A/V Receivers & Preamp/Processors
New Products
Can the $299 ViewSonic LX60HD deliver 630 ANSI lumens, 140-inch projection, Google TV, and easy setup without compromise?
DACs
HiBy W4 packs aptX Lossless, LDAC, 475mW balanced output, and a touchscreen into a $99 portable Bluetooth DAC Amplifier.
New Products
Pro-Ject unveils the Debut Reference 10 and names a new U.S. distributor. With pricing updates and tariff shifts looming, what changes for buyers?
New Products
Audioengine’s A2+ system in Limoncello Yellow mixes analog and digital playback and makes it easier to believe spring will eventually show up.
New Products
Sennheiser refreshes the CX 80U and HD 400U with USB-C digital audio, delivering reliable wired sound for modern phones, laptops, and everyday use.
Bookshelf Speakers
Can Creek Audio stand out in 2026 as it enters the crowded speaker market and rethinks its amplifier strategy?
Bookshelf Speakers
Can ProAc’s compact Response DB1R with ribbon tweeter deliver true high end performance in a standmount likely priced around $5,000 per pair?
Music Streamers
BluOS integrates airable, adding global radio stations and podcasts to its platform for Bluesound, NAD and more, but what does it mean for users?
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.
Headphone Amps
High-power headphone output, Bluetooth 5.4 with lossless codecs, PCM768/DSD512 support, multiple digital and RCA analog inputs in one compact DAC/amp.
New Products
Can the Sennheiser RS 275 finally fix late night TV listening and dialogue clarity without disturbing others through Auracast and low latency wireless audio?
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.
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
Does the 2LP one step reissue of Chesky’s 1991 New York Reunion with Tyner, Henderson, Carter, and Foster deliver lifelike intimacy, or too much...
A/V Receivers & Preamp/Processors
Discover how Marantz is redefining modern home theater performance with a new line of A/V components offering theater-grade sound without the traditional "equipment rack"...
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...
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.
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...
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...
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.
Laptops
Toshiba announced the 4G WiMAX-ready Portege R705 laptop. With a 13.3-inch diagonal widescreen display, the laptop has a starting weight of just three pounds,...
Laptops
Toshiba announced the 4G WiMAX-ready Satellite® M645 laptop, a compact, versatile PC delivering robust multimedia performance, uncommon convenience and truly elegant styling. Featuring a...
Laptops
Toshiba announced the 4G WiMAX-ready Satellite® A665 laptop which blends Toshiba's new Fusion® X2 styling with multimedia performance to boost high-def entertainment, productivity and...
New Products
New Sonos iPod accessory will be available by the end of October Sonos introduced the Sonos Wireless Dock (WD100), an accessory to the Sonos...
Loudspeakers
The Wharfedale Opus2 top-of-the-line loudspeakers includes two bookshelf speakers, three floorstanding towers, two center-channel speakers (one wall-mountable) and two wall-mountable surround loudspeakers. Prices range...
Loudspeakers
The Wharfedale Achromatic Series loudspeakers combine striking, slim design with custom-installation-friendly features and newly developed drivers that are engineered to deliver superlative sound. The...
Loudspeakers
The Wharfedale Diamond 10 Series lineup of home theater and stereo speakers includes 16 bookshelf, floorstanding, center channel and surround models, along with three...
Amplifiers
The Xantech MX88 IP-enabled multi-zone audio/video controller has been engineered to work with iPad. The MX88's integrated audio/video distribution and control combines a 50W...
New Products
Provides a wireless connection between Bluetooth-enabled audio sources Xantech announced the BDXTT Stereo Bluetooth® Receiver which provides a wireless connection between any A2DP Stereo...
Cell Phones
Kyocera announced the immediate availability of Sanyo Innuendo (model SCP-6780) at Sprint. At rest, Innuendo sports an elegant, high-gloss blue finish. When in use,...
