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Hisense 2025 ULED TV line-up Hisense 2025 ULED TV line-up

HDTV 4K & 8K TV

Brighter, bigger, and more powerful, the Hisense 2025 ULED TV lineup should have something for everyone.

Pro-Ject Automat A1.2 Turntable Lifestyle Pro-Ject Automat A1.2 Turntable Lifestyle

New Products

Updated with a new die-cast aluminium platter, Pick It MM E phono cartridge and other refinements, the Automat 1.2 might be the most logical...

T.H.E. New York International Audio Show Logo T.H.E. New York International Audio Show Logo

Hi-Fi Components

T.H.E. Show’s Total Hi-Fi Experience is Coming to New York October 24-26, 2025.

NAGRA Compact Phono Stage Angle NAGRA Compact Phono Stage Angle

New Products

At $4,950, the Nagra Compact Phono is a "lower cost" high-end audio solution for getting the most out of your vinyl record listening experience.

JADIS JS2 SL DAC Front Angle Top Open JADIS JS2 SL DAC Front Angle Top Open

DACs

Do you really need a DAC that costs between $14,000 and $18,000? Bluebird Music thinks the Jadis Vacuum Tube JS5 or JS2 SL are...

xMEMS Lassen Promo xMEMS Lassen Promo

Earbuds & In-Ear Headphones

The growing popularity of wearables has forced micro-speaker manufacturers to develop innovative solutions like the xMEMS' Lassen Micro Tweeter.

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Gift Guide

Cost-no-object Audiophile Gear Cost-no-object Audiophile Gear

Floorstanding Speakers

When money is no-object in building a high-end audio system, this is the audiophile gear you'll want to check out first.

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Samsung HW-Q990D.

New Products

The first soundbar with Eclipsa Audio decoding, Samsung's new flagship Q990F may be the one to beat in 2025.

T.H.E. Festival and SVS logos T.H.E. Festival and SVS logos

News

SVS will showcase their flagship Ultra Evolution home theater speaker system for T.H.E. Film Festival movie screenings.

Focal Bathys MG Wireless Headphone in-hand Focal Bathys MG Wireless Headphone in-hand

New Products

Focal has upped the ante with the flagship Bathys MG wireless headphones and that includes a $600 increase in price over the base model.

CanJam NYC 2025 CanJam NYC 2025

News

The traveling headphone show, CanJam came to New York City last month and we were there. Here are a few highlights.

FiiO FX17 IEM FiiO FX17 IEM

Earbuds & In-Ear Headphones

Universal IEMs with 13 drivers? FiiO's FX17 integrates electrostatic and dynamic drivers, and balanced armatures in a titanium ear shell.

Samsung 2024 Model Year Q Series Soundbar Samsung 2024 Model Year Q Series Soundbar

News

Owners of Samsung's 2024 HW-Q990D, HW-Q800D, and HW-S801D models have a big and annoying problem... Here's what to do if your soundbar is affected.

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Reviews

HiFiMAN Arya Unveiled Open-back Headphones

Over-Ear Headphones

HiFiMAN Arya Unveiled open-back headphones feature exposed planar magnetic drivers and an all-new sound. Find out how it compares to the prior Organic and...

STAX SRM-400S Electrostatic Headphone Amplifier with SR-X1 Headphones Angle STAX SRM-400S Electrostatic Headphone Amplifier with SR-X1 Headphones Angle

Headphones

An affordable electrostatic headphone? The STAX SR-X1 makes that a real possibility for those who have always wanted to experience what makes them unique.

STAX SRM-400S Electrostatic Headphone Amplifier STAX SRM-400S Electrostatic Headphone Amplifier

Headphone Amps

At $1,300, is the STAX SRM-400S capable of driving some of the best headphones in the world?

Grado Signature S950 Headphones Grado Signature S950 Headphones

Over-Ear Headphones

Are the Grado Signature S950 really that different? Two significant changes to their design and a more balanced sonic approach make them an emotional...

iFi Go Bar Kensei Dongle DAC with Smartphone iFi Go Bar Kensei Dongle DAC with Smartphone

Dongle DACs

Does the iFi GO Bar Kensei justify the $120 bump in price over the standard model?

Muarah MU-2 Phono Tube Preamplifier Muarah MU-2 Phono Tube Preamplifier

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...

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New Products

iFi iDSD Valkyrie Portable DAC Amplifier

DACs

K2HD Technology, DSD Remastering, 5,700mW peak output, lossless Bluetooth, and 18-hour battery life are just some of the features of the iFi iDSD Valkyrie.

UberLight Frame LED Light Lifestyle UberLight Frame LED Light Lifestyle

New Products

With 500 lumens of LED lighting across a slim beam, no dust or dirt on your vinyl records can hide from the UberLight Frame.

Audiolab 6000A MKII Integrated Amplifier Lifestyle Black Audiolab 6000A MKII Integrated Amplifier Lifestyle Black

Integrated Amps & Stereo Receivers

After 7 years, Audiolab has replaced the classic 6000A with the MkII iteration. New toroidal output transformer, 32-bit ES9038Q2M ESS Sabre chip, and HDMI...

Sennheiser HD 550 Headphones Sennheiser HD 550 Headphones

New Products

Gaming is driving the headphone market and Sennheiser's new HD 550 might be a fantastic option below $300 for audiophiles and gamers.

JBL Synthesis SMA-8300 and SMA-4750 Stacked JBL Synthesis SMA-8300 and SMA-4750 Stacked

Amplifiers

Lots of power, bridgeable configuration options, and rack-compatible sizes add flexibility to any custom home theater setup.

Rega Brio MK7 Integrated Amplifier Rega Brio MK7 Integrated Amplifier

Integrated Amps & Stereo Receivers

Rega's forthcoming Brio MK7 Integrated Amplifier will be available this month and is creating a stir with its internal DAC for only $1095.

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Vintage Audio

QUAD 33 and 303 Lifestyle

Amplifiers

At $3,200 for the combo, Quad revives a 57-year old design for audiophiles seeking modern conveniences with retro nostalgia.

Aragon 4004 MKII Aragon 4004 MKII

Amplifiers

Is it worthwhile to combine the Aragon 4004 MKII and Audible Illusions Modulus 3A or is this one vintage audio system too far?

Thorens TD-125 Turntable Tonearm Closeup Thorens TD-125 Turntable Tonearm Closeup

Articles

How a tiny turntable restoration company called Vinyl Nirvana turned a new generation of vinyl listeners into the cult of Thorens.

HiFi Provisions Vintage Audio Items for Sale HiFi Provisions Vintage Audio Items for Sale

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.

Headphones & Personal Audio

Rotel DX-3 Black Angle Front Lifestyle with Headphones

Headphone Amps

With support for 32-bit/384kHz PCM, DSD and aptX HD, the Rotel DX-3 cuts down on the number of components you need for headphone listening...

Audeze CRBN2 Electrostatic Headphones Inside Case Audeze CRBN2 Electrostatic Headphones Inside Case

Over-Ear Headphones

Not inexpensive at $5,995, but the Audeze CRBN2 Electrostatic Headphones might be one of the best ever made.

Shanling EH2 Headphone Amplifier and DAC Shanling EH2 Headphone Amplifier and DAC

Headphone Amps

Forte Distribution previews Shanling's $399 EH2 DAC Headphone Amp for CanJam Attendees

FiiO FT7 Open-back Planar Magnetic Headphones Angle FiiO FT7 Open-back Planar Magnetic Headphones Angle

New Products

The FiiO FT7 Open-back Planar Magnetic Headphones will debut at the Bristol Hi-Fi Show and CanJam NYC this weekend.

Home Theater

Sony UBP-X700/K 4K Blu-ray Disc Player Tray Open Front Angle

New Products

At $300, Sony is going to make UHD 4K fans both happy and somewhat upset with new UBP-X700/K Blu-ray disc player for 2025.

Philips Roku 65-oinch OLED TV Philips Roku 65-oinch OLED TV

HDTV 4K & 8K TV

Philips has teamed up with Roku to deliver a budget priced 65-inch OLED TV (model 65OLED974/F7) that's only $1,299 at Sam's Club.

TCL QM7K QD-MiniLED TV Lifestyle 2025 TCL QM7K QD-MiniLED TV Lifestyle 2025

HDTV 4K & 8K TV

With sizes up to 115 inches and fairly affordable pricing, TCL's QM7K MiniLED TV will be one to watch in 2025.

Ultimate Man Cave Gift Guide 2025 Ultimate Man Cave Gift Guide 2025

Gift Guides

Unwind in the ultimate man cave and escape into home entertainment bliss with incredible gift ideas for hi-fi audio or home theater.

Optoma Photon Go UST Projector Black Optoma Photon Go UST Projector Black

New Products

With an RGB triple laser light source, Google TV, built-in battery, and low price, the Photon Go might be a great home entertainment option.

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Ask an Expert

HLG is one of several HDR formats in use. Find out what makes if different and what this means for TV viewing

Best Right Now

Best of CEDIA Expo 2023 Featured

Articles

With over 20,000 attendees, CEDIA Expo is back and better than ever. Here are our picks for "Best in Show."

Shure N97EJ Phono Cartridge on Turntable Shure N97EJ Phono Cartridge on Turntable

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...

iFi Audio iPhono3 Black Label beside Turntable iFi Audio iPhono3 Black Label beside Turntable

Articles

What are the best audiophile phono preamps for under $1,000? See which models we picked from Croft, iFi, and Pro-Ject.

Duno Modular Cable System Duno Modular Cable System

Articles

With so many different types of smart phones, DAPs, and portable headphone amplifiers, we think these headphone accessories make a lot of sense.

Audiophile System Builder

WiiM Ultra Music Streamer Angle

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.

Moon by Simaudio 250i V2 Integrated Amplifier Moon by Simaudio 250i V2 Integrated Amplifier

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...

ACT SCM50ASL Active Loudspeakers in Black, Walnut, White ACT SCM50ASL Active Loudspeakers in Black, Walnut, White

Articles

Starting at $22,499 per pair, the ATC SCM50ASL Active Speakers take your music listening experience to a whole new level.

Acoustic Energy AE1 Active Speaker on stand in walnut Acoustic Energy AE1 Active Speaker on stand in walnut

Articles

Build a complete audiophile-grade stereo system around the Acoustic Energy AE1 Active Bookshelf Loudspeakers for under $4,000.

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