Hi-Fi Components Lone Star Audiofest and T.H.E. Show Announce Partnership for 2025 Audio Show T.H.E. Lone Star Audiofest is coming to Austin, Texas May 2-4, 2025 to feature bespoke Hi-Fi designers, DIY audio and startups. Brian MitchellJuly 8, 2024
Headphone Amps Preview: FiiO’s K11 R2R Desktop Headphone Amplifier is Remarkably Affordable At $169, the K11 R2R is the first FiiO DAC/Amplifier to feature a four-channel fully differential 24-bit Resistor-to-Resistor D/A converter. Robert SilvaJuly 9, 2024
New Products Preview: Nocs Monolith Aluminum Portable Wireless Speaker At $1,000, Nocs Design from Sweden has introduced its first portable Bluetooth speaker in a silver or black Aluminum finish. Robert SilvaJuly 9, 2024
Amplifiers Preview: Goldmund Telos 4800 Mono Power Amplifier Goldmund's latest monoblock amp delivers 1050 watts RMS at 8 ohms for $260,000, yet it's one step below the top-of-the-line model. Robert SilvaJuly 9, 2024
A/V Receivers & Preamp/Processors Onkyo TX-NR7100 9.2 Channel AV Receiver Now $729 (Prime Day AVR Deals) Don't miss this early deal on Onkyo's excellent 9.2-channel home theater receiver. Chris BoylanJuly 9, 2024
A/V Furniture & Accessories Preview: SVS Introduces the SoundPath Speaker Level Subwoofer Adapter This $79.99 accessory helps connect a powered subwoofer from audio components that don't have a subwoofer output. Robert SilvaJuly 10, 2024
Integrated Amps & Stereo Receivers Preview: Denon’s Home Amp Offers Hi-Res Streaming and HEOS Multi-Room Capabilities At $799, the Denon Home Amp is a 100-watt per channel stereo streaming amplifier that works with HEOS. Just add speakers. Robert SilvaJuly 10, 2024
Floorstanding Speakers Preview: Steinway Lyngdorf Unveils Steinway & Sons Model C loudspeaker Steinway Lyngdorf's new Model C MK II loudspeaker system claims flagship level performance within a smaller, space-saving design. Robert SilvaJuly 12, 2024
News Redbox is Done and the Fat Lady is About to Sing for Physical Media The kiosk DVD and Blu-ray disc rental service Redbox is shutting down. Is physical entertainment media doomed? Robert SilvaJuly 13, 2024
Digital Music Systems New Bluesound POWERNODE Adds Power & Enhanced Connectivity The upgraded $899 Bluesound POWERNODE offers more power, a better DAC, and enhanced wireless, and Hi-Res MQA support. Ian WhiteMay 10, 2021
Integrated Amps & Stereo Receivers Bluesound POWERNODE Edge Takes Control Of Your Desktop For Less The new Bluesound POWERNODE Edge is a stripped down network amplifier for $250 less than the current POWERNODE. Ian WhiteAugust 31, 2022
Home Theater Survey Says Movie Viewers Want that IMAX Theatrical Experience at Home With fewer people going to movie theaters, a survey suggests that movie lovers are prepared to spend a bit to bring the cinematic experience... Chris BoylanJuly 4, 2024
News DTS:X with IMAX Enhanced on Disney+ How it Works (Deep Dive) A/V aficionados will be happy to hear that DTS:X immersive sound has arrived on Disney+ with the "Queen Rock Montreal" live concert film and... Chris BoylanApril 26, 2024
New Products Preview: Beyerdynamic’s MMX 300 PRO Next-Gen Gaming Headphones At $299, beyerdynamic’s over-ear wired gaming headset features the same STELLAR.45 driver found in the company's professional headphones for improved sound. Robert SilvaJuly 7, 2024
Gift Guides Summer Gift Guide for Enjoying Music and Movies Outside There has never been a better time to take your music outdoors or enjoy movies under the stars. Summer is here and it's time... Brian MitchellJuly 2, 2024
Loudspeakers T.H.E. Show SoCal 2024 Report Our hi-fi show coverage of T.H.E. Show SoCal 2024 includes stereo systems ranging from a few hundred dollars to over $500K. Brian MitchellJune 30, 2024
Headphone Amps Preview: iFi ZEN CAN 3 Headphone Amplifier with xMEMs Support At $229, the iFi ZEN CAN 3 Headphone Amp is optimized for headphones with xMEMs drivers but will work with what you already have? Robert SilvaJune 29, 2024