New Products TAD Labs Releases Reference Series TAD-C700 Preamp At $68,500 the TAD-C700 Reference Series Preamplifier includes a 400 VA power supply with a toroidal transformer. Robert SilvaApril 25, 2024
Dongle DACs iFi’s GO Bar Kensei Dongle DAC Supports K2HD Technology With Some Samurai Swagger [Updated] Merging artistry and Japanese swordsmanship with cutting-edge audio technology, the iFi GO Bar Kensei is the world’s first ultraportable DAC with K2HD technology. Ian WhiteApril 25, 2024
DACs iFi’s ZEN DAC 3 Offers Some Serious Flexibility Options for Music Listeners and Gamers At $229, the 3rd generation iFi ZEN DAC adds a USB-C digital input and improves hi-res audio decoding up to 32-bit/768kHz PCM. Ian WhiteApril 16, 2024
New Products iFi’s ZEN Phono 3 is Designed to Help You Rediscover & Reconnect With Your Record Collection At $249, the 3rd generation iFi ZEN Phono preamp handles both MM and MC cartridges with a subsonic filter that removes imperfections. Ian WhiteApril 16, 2024
Digital Music Systems WiiM Ultra Streamer: What We Know So Far WiiM teases a new flagship network music streamer and preamplifier for digital and analog sources. Will it be affordable? Ian WhiteApril 19, 2024
New Products Sony’s New ULT Speakers and Headphones Bring Big Bottomed Bass Sony's new ULT line of speakers and headphones brings big bass to any party, large or small. Chris BoylanApril 11, 2024
Amplifiers Goldmund Ushers in a New Era of Sound With the Telos 800 Stereo Power Amplifier With 300-watts per channel RMS, Goldmund claims Telos 800 is one of the finest Stereo Power Amplifiers ever crafted. Robert SilvaApril 14, 2024
New Products The OXS Thunder Pro 5.1.2 Gaming Sound System Delivers Dolby Atmos to Your Desktop At $599, the OXS Thunder Pro is a desktop soundbar designed to deliver immersive audio while gaming. Robert SilvaApril 6, 2024
Integrated Amps & Stereo Receivers Goldmund Unveils Telos 690 Integrated Stereo Amplifier At $36,250, the Goldmund Telos 690 Integrated Stereo Amplifier signifies a bold declaration in the pursuit of sound purity. Robert SilvaApril 7, 2024
Floorstanding Speakers Andrew Jones’ MoFi SourcePoint 888 Floorstanding Loudspeakers to Debut at AXPONA 2024 Andrew Jones third loudspeaker and first floor stander with MoFi Electronics arrives Q2 2024 for $5K/pair. Brian MitchellApril 9, 2024
New Products Balanced Audio Technology Announces BAT VK-85 Preamplifier and REX 300 Power Amplifier: AXPONA 2024 With fully balanced and improved circuitry throughout, the BAT VK-85 Preamp and REX 300 Amp claim pure musicality from a $27,500 combo. Robert SilvaApril 11, 2024
Bookshelf Speakers ATC’s New SCM20ASL Limited Edition Loudspeakers Make Us Blue With Envy: AXPONA 2024 In celebration of the beginning of its 50th Anniversary, ATC is proud to announce the forthcoming release of an exclusive new active stand mount... Ian WhiteApril 12, 2024
Integrated Amps & Stereo Receivers Cambridge Audio’s CXA81 MKII Integrated Amplifier Stays Below $1,200: AXPONA 2024 2nd generation CXA81 arrives with upgraded DAC and new circuitry for improved depth and stereo imaging for $1,119. Robert SilvaApril 13, 2024
New Products Sennheiser’s 4th Gen MOMENTUM Earbuds, Sport Buds and ACCENTUM Plus Offer Some Unique Features: CES 2024 At CES 2024, Sennheiser is introducing three new wireless noise cancelling headphones designed for fitness, travel, or audiophiles. Brian MitchellJanuary 8, 2024
HDTV 4K & 8K TV Vizio’s V-Series 4K UHD 86-inch TV is Only $999 But Is It Worth Considering? At 86-inches in diagonal, Vizio's largest 4K TV ever arrives at the end of April for only $999. Robert SilvaMarch 31, 2024
Earbuds & In-Ear Headphones Noble Audio’s FoKus Triumph Wireless Earbuds Incorporate xMEMS Technology $369 premium wireless earbuds combine a custom made 6.5mm dynamic driver with a Cowell xMEMS driver for high-quality sound. Robert SilvaApril 2, 2024
Earbuds & In-Ear Headphones HiFiMAN’s True Wireless TWS450 Earbuds Are Super Affordable The HiFIMAN TWS450 wireless earbuds offer Environmental Deep Noise Cancellation, 5 hour battery life and sweat resistance for $39. Robert SilvaApril 2, 2024