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From affordable USB-C adapters to premium balanced DACs and versatile Bluetooth hybrids, our 2026 Editors' Choice picks reveal which portable DAC/headphone amplifiers are worth...
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Music
In this episode we interview filmmaker, Nick Dwyer about his upcoming documentary that explores Japanese music listening culture.
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Whether from disc or digital downloads, our Editors' Choice picks for best media players and Blu-ray Disc players will help your favorite movies and...
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Wired in-ear headphones came roaring back in 2026, but these are the IEMs (in-ear monitors) that stood out across every major price tier.
New Products
The $129 iFi UP Travel Max adds two-way aptX Lossless, Auracast, and Bluetooth connectivity to older audio gear.
IEMs
The DUNU Subsurge IEM offers dual dynamic drivers, powerful bass and generous accessories, but its aggressive treble raises questions.
Integrated Amps & Stereo Receivers
Orchard Audio's first integrated amplifier combines dual mono GaN amplification, precision relay volume control, and 150 watts per channel for $2,999.95. But where are...
Gift Guides
Our 2026 Splurge Gift Guide features premium hi-fi, headphones and home theater gifts from $300 to $30K that's guaranteed to impress.
Gift Guides
Discover 8 of the best affordable audio gifts under $500 for 2026, including premium headphones, wireless speakers, and hi-fi upgrades worth keeping.
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We've tested the latest video streamers and OTA set-top boxes for watching movies and TV shows. These are best video streaming devices of 2026.
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After extensive listening with dozens of models, here's the best open-back and closed-back wired headphones for audiophiles in 2026.
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The best studio headphones of 2026 we tested and reviewed for mixing, mastering, accuracy, and comfort.
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The best gaming headsets we tested in 2026 include both closed-back and open-back headphones with wired / wireless connectivity priced from $100 to $400.
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Best integrated amplifiers of 2026: Our five Editors' Choice picks include streaming amps and traditional designs. Which belongs in your listening room?
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The best wireless headphones of 2026, tested by eCoustics. Our Editors’ Choice picks from Sony, Bose, Focal, DALI and more cover ANC, sound and...
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Discover the best wireless earbuds of 2026 from Sony, Bose, Noble, and more. Our hands-on picks cover sound quality, ANC, comfort, features, and value.
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The best bookshelf speakers of 2026, tested by eCoustics. Our Editors’ Choice picks include DALI, Q Acoustics, Wharfedale, Revel, Paradigm, and ATC.
New Products
Knit Form combines Dolby Atmos, 14 amplifier channels, built-in bass and Auracast in a $999 fabric-covered soundbar. Can it challenge Sonos?
New Products
The $600 Pangea Record Doctor XI cleans both sides of an LP with dual vacuums and promises less noise. Is it a smart alternative...
New Products
At around $650, will Breggz earbuds deliver enough sonic performance to justify its high asking price? Here's what we know so far.
News
Cambridge Audio RoomMagic offers free bass correction for L/R X and L/R M speakers through StreamMagic. How does it compare with Dirac and Anthem...
Floorstanding Speakers
Arendal Sound adds three premium wood finishes to its flagship 1528 Tower 8 and Bookshelf 8 speakers. Same performance, higher prices.
CD Players
Audiolab's 6000CDT MKII gets a redesigned disc mechanism, servo system, and master clock. Here's what has changed and what hasn't.
News
MoFi adds Etsuro Urushi moving coil cartridges priced from $2,400 to $14,500, featuring sapphire, diamond and 24K gold leaf. Are they worth it?
Headphone Amps
At $2,499, the TEAC HA-507 headphone amp and preamp offers 6.7W of balanced power, premium construction, and analog versatility.
IEMs
The $20 TRN Dolphin delivers premium metal construction, a surprisingly good detachable cable, and impressive detail with bright tuning.
Music Streamers
Bluesound NODE ICON delivers warmer sound, dual DACs, balanced XLR, and BluOS streaming for $1,099. Is it worth the upgrade over the standard NODE?
IEMs
Effect Audio Perseus packs 9 drivers, powerful bass, rich mids, and smooth treble into a $999 IEM. Does its performance justify the premium price?
Over-Ear Headphones
Can $59.99 retro Walkman headphones with USB-C deliver more than nostalgia? We test the sound, comfort, and Stranger Things appeal.
Over-Ear Headphones
Grado's $295 Signature S150 brings a new 44mm driver and detachable cables to Brooklyn's lineup. Is it the affordable Grado we've been waiting for?
IEMs
Five drivers, rich bass, natural vocals, and smooth treble for $159. Can this tribrid IEM outperform DUNU's more expensive models?
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The $479 WiiM Bar offers excellent music playback and streaming, but aggressive compression hurts Dolby Atmos. Is this Sonos alternative worth buying?
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New Products
Noble's middle-of-the-line noise cancelling wireless earbuds feature a unique planar driver with 11-hour battery in a striking design for $539.
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Thorens helped create a €599 turntable that fits in a backpack, runs for 20 hours, and streams vinyl over Bluetooth. Clever engineering or a...
A/V Furniture & Accessories
IsoAcoustics GAIA-TITAN Neo series of speaker isolation feet are designed for extra large speakers weighing 320 to 620 lbs each.
New Products
Pro-Ject revives the Debut Carbon for $649 with a carbon tonearm and Ortofon-made cartridge. Is it worth saving $50 over the EVO 2?
Floorstanding Speakers
Acoustic Energy redesigns its 500 Series with Corinium drivers, new cabinets, and four models starting at £650. Is the upgrade worth it?
Headphone Amps
The sixth-generation Magni adds more power, smarter controls, and an unusual 4.4mm headphone output. Add the optional Mesh 2 DAC and the complete desktop...
Floorstanding Speakers
The redesigned Steinway & Sons Model O adds dual 6-inch drivers, bigger bass, and RoomPerfect. Can a luxury floorstander finally work near a wall?
News
KEF XIO adds wireless surround support for Coda W, LSX II, and LSX II LT speakers. But does the cost of a complete system...
Blu-ray, DVD & 4K Media Players
News
The Revox World Foundation is rescuing 800 Studer and Revox components from storage, neglect, and bad eBay listings as reel to reel returns.
New Products
Emotiva’s $1,799 Nostala FT12 combines 800 watts, a 12-inch woofer, room correction, real walnut veneer and flexible stereo inputs.
Amplifiers
Pilot Radio revives its 1959 EL84 amplifier with 15 watts of Class A power, balanced inputs and a $4,790 price.
Music
If you’re lining up for Record Store Day 2026, this episode focuses on the one name that matters most: Zev Feldman, known as The Jazz Detective....
Music
Eric Pye (@audioloveyyc) returns to Japan to explore the hi-fi and music scene in late-2025.
Over-Ear Headphones
Can these open-back studio headphones deliver deep bass, precise imaging, and comfort while satisfying audiophiles and gamers alike?
Dongle DACs
Who needs another dongle? The $79 iFi GO Cable packs a DAC, amp, mic, and controls into one IEM cable. We test its sound,...
Over-Ear Headphones
Sixteen years and several near misses later, the $1,899 HiFiMAN HE6 Remastered finally delivers the magic. But can your headphone amplifier handle it?
DACs
Linear Tube Audio is doubling down on its unconventional approach to digital audio with the new Aero+ and Aero+ SE DACs, priced at $4,400...
New Products
SOUNDPEATS CC3 Pro clip-on earbuds feature dual drivers, LDAC, Bluetooth 6.0, wireless charging and 44-hour battery life for $69.99.
Music
Pink Floyd announces Animals 50 for January 2027 with unreleased recordings, a complete 1977 concert, and Blu-ray audio starting at $29.98.
Articles
LG C6H vs Samsung S90H: Both 77-inch OLED TVs now cost $1,999. One is brighter, the other handles glare better. Which deserves a spot...
Home Theater
Can RayNeo turn AR glasses into a private home theater? GT Max offers a 307-inch virtual screen, 120Hz Micro-OLED and Dolby Vision via Pocket...
Blu-ray, DVD & 4K Media Players
Developers have found a way to restore Dolby Atmos height effects from Blu-ray soundtracks on Apple TV 4K. It's an impressive technical achievement, but...
Movies
Netflix is making billions, but subscribers are watching less. With profits soaring and original hits harder to find, is the streaming giant losing the...
Articles
Our favorite home theater projectors of 2026 deliver best-in-class performance across UST, lifestyle, and long throw categories.
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Which TVs are worth buying in 2026? Our hands-on tested Editors’ Choice winners cut through the hype to reveal the best OLED, Mini LED...
Movies
Universal confirms The Odyssey's November 17 4K Blu-ray release with a BD-100 disc, 1.78:1 video, DTS-HD 5.1 audio, and exclusive IMAX extras.
Movies
Two horror classics get serious 4K upgrades with Dolby Vision and Atmos. The blood may be fake, but the case for physical media certainly...
Movies
Paramount and Warner Bros. Are Now Skydance. What Happens to HBO Max, Paramount+ and Physical Media?
Paramount and Warner Bros. are officially one company. Streaming will combine eventually, but physical media appears far from dead.
Movies
From Troy and Auntie Mame to Ju-On and Ray Harryhausen, these are the essential 4K UHD and Blu-ray discs closing out summer 2026.
Movies
Toy Story 5 returns with striking 4K visuals, Dolby Atmos, sharp humor and enough heart to remind us why these toys still matter.
Headphone Amps
Canor Crius H5S combines a 4W balanced headphone amp, dual-mono DAC, and discrete preamp in one compact chassis. No tubes, no Bluetooth, and plenty...
Amplifiers
Nagra's AMP II-S replaces the Classic AMP with 120 watts per channel, a redesigned power supply, and Reference-derived circuitry.
Music Streamers
Spotify is enforcing Family plan rules with QR code checks. Here's what the 7-day deadline and 12-month restriction mean for subscribers.
New Products
Schiit Mani 3 phono preamp adds front-panel controls, MM/MC cartridge flexibility, and improved circuitry without raising the price.
Bookshelf Speakers
Can Revel’s Performa4 M146 stand-mount speakers live up to the brand’s reputation for acoustic excellence? We put them to the test.
New Products
ASCENDO's THE MULE 10 Kick Woofer targets home theater bass impact with a 10-inch driver, 2,500W power handling, and an enclosure under 4 inches...
Articles
Discover the best wireless speakers of 2026, from portable Bluetooth models to high-end stereo systems.
Gaming Headsets
Swappable batteries, dual wireless connectivity, and spatial audio promise plenty. But does this $400 gaming headset deliver?
Floorstanding Speakers
JBL L150 Classic brings a 15-inch woofer, 3-way engineering and 1970s styling to its $9,999 flagship retro speakers, arriving in 2027.
Bookshelf Speakers
At $15,000/pair PERLISTEN brings flagship level engineering from its S7t Black Edition floor stander into a stand-mount loudspeaker.
New Products
AT $699, ADAM Audio's flagship H715 Reference headphones, combine Sonnox calibration, balanced Hi-Fi mode, and studio monitoring in one design.
Dongle DACs
Questyle's QCC Dongle Pro2 brings LDAC, Bluetooth 6.1, and low-latency gaming to more devices. Is the wireless upgrade worth its compromises?
Articles
Our favorite portable Bluetooth speakers of 2026 survived rain, snow, beach and boating adventures with impressive sound, durability and design.
New Products
Audio-Technica's $3,800 ATH-AWX7000 combines Japanese Cypress wood, luxury craftsmanship, and new 58mm drivers. Can it challenge the best closed-back headphones?
