New Products
At $2,495, the Grado Signature HP100 SE are the company's new flagship open-back headphone that are hand-assembled in Brooklyn with newly engineered drivers, detachable...
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Music
The TIDAL music streaming service is cutting costs by laying off up to 25% of staff, but can it survive with a skeleton screw?
Articles
Get the best sound from your turntable by upgrading its phono cartridge. Our buying guide cuts through the noise with purchasing options for any...
Music
Horns a Plenty: Four jazz vinyl reissues deliver vintage trumpet sounds by Miles Davis, Donald Byrd and Clark Terry in amazing fidelity for a...
New Products
At $349, the Vizio MicMe soundbar comes with two wireless mics for karaoke to turn any evening into a party
Reviews
Can an inexpensive pair of Bluetooth ANC headphones satisfy this self-professed headphone snob?
New Products
At $599 each, Beyerdynamic's 2nd generation studio headphones arrive in closed-back or open-back styles with new TESLA.45 driver and lower impedance at 30 ohms.
Gift Guides
Give the gift of high fidelity sound this Holiday season to the music lover on your list at prices that won't break the bank.
Reviews
If you're looking for nice wireless ANC over-ear headphones that won't break the bank, you're going to want to check out these cans.
Earbuds & In-Ear Headphones
At $219.99, the Cleer Arc 3 are featured packed open-ear wireless earbuds with unique charging case, aptX lossless, Dolby Atmos with head-tracking and UV-C...
New Products
At $2,499, the Hisense PL2 ultra-short throw projector has a lot in common with the previous PL1 but it can project a larger 150-inch...
Reviews
While the Sonos Ace may not be the headphones Sonos users were expecting, that isn't necessarily a bad thing.
New Products
Eleven years after the first Sonos soundbar hit the market, Sonos just introduced a new flagship: the Sonos Arc Ultra.
CD Players
At $12,000, the new Marantz SACD 10 is the best CD/SACD player the company has ever made and it weighs 73 lbs.
Earbuds & In-Ear Headphones
Sennheiser's first pair of fitness earbuds in the flagship Momentum line push the envelope in features and design.
Over-Ear Headphones
Sony just dropped a more expensive but significantly improved reference studio headphone as an upgrade alternative to the venerable MDR-7506 studio standard. Can lightning...
Floorstanding Speakers
JBL recently released an updated version of its classic speaker with entirely new components and an updated internal design. Can the copy beat the...
Reviews
With 17 speaker drivers, powered subwoofer and rear speakers included, the S95TR may be just the immersive surround solution you're looking for.
Amplifiers
At only $64.99 each, the Apos Ray 6SN7 Select vacuum tubes may deliver the dynamics and authentic sound you've been seeking.
DAPs
At $2,999, Astell&Kerns's A&Ultima SP3000T DAP offers a triple amp system with tubes that are easy to get used to.
HDTV 4K & 8K TV
TCL's latest flagship miniLED TV offers high-end performance at a wallet-friendly price.
Home Theater
In this episode Ian White and Chris Boylan discuss the current state of the movie industry and why box office revenues may never surpass...
HDTV 4K & 8K TV
Home Theater
Floorstanding Speakers
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Digital Music Systems
At $649, the REVO SuperCD includes digital music streaming, Bluetooth 5.1, global radio, podcasts with dedicated app, and remote.
Bookshelf Speakers
Starting at 3950 EUR per pair, the Buchardt Audio E50 Passive Bookshelf Speakers Deliver Danish Flair with a Healthy Appetite for Power.
New Products
Priced from $399 to $2,399, XGIMI delivers five new projectors that deliver big screen home entertainment to fit any lifestyle.
DACs
At $12,000, the Marantz Link 10n is the company's flagship network audio player designed to be paired with Model 10 Integrated Amplifier.
New Products
At $35,000, the new McIntosh PS1K subwoofer combines 1,000-watts of Class D power with dual 13-inch drivers.
DAPs
At $2,299, Astell&Kern found a few ways to maintain flagship audiophile DAP performance at a lower cost. Find out what's changed.
New Products
Coming early 2025, Marantz previews two modern luxury wireless speakers featuring unique technology, priced at $3,500 and $5,500.
Music
Audiophiles in Japan can now subscribe to the Qobuz music streaming service for 1280 Japanese Yen per month.
Hi-Fi Components
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.
Articles
American-made floorstanding loudspeakers offer a taste high-end audio for under $2,000.
New Products
The Audeze Maxwell wireless gaming headset is now available in a limited edition shiny new green color for Xbox at $329.
Earbuds & In-Ear Headphones
At $129.99, Edifier's Neodots support LDAC, noice cancellation, multipoint connectivity and low latency gaming with 17 hours of battery life.
New Products
At $1,099, Shanling's first full sized headphones aim to offer superior comfort with high fidelity sound in a luxurious design.
Daily Deals
Today is a good day to score a deal on some of the top-rated over-ear ANC headphones from Bose
Headphones
At $900, the DALI IO-8 wireless headphones claim audiophile noise cancellation but they're not the Danish brand's most expensive model.
Music
New Dolby Atmos Blu-ray of Bowie’s The Rise and Fall of Ziggy Stardust and The Spider From Mars Delivers Stage Show Inspired Presence.
New Products
At $1,699, the Optoma UHZ35 is high brightness standard throw 4K laser projector for movies and gaming with WiSA support.
Daily Deals
For Prime Big Deal Days, TCL is offering up all of their high performance 98-inch QLED TVs at substantial savings including the least expensive...
Daily Deals
If you want a TV that can hang with Dalis or Picassos, you might want to check out this Prime Day deal on Samsung's...
HDTV 4K & 8K TV
After being unveiled 9 months ago at CES, Hisense finally has its 110-inch MiniLED TV for sale in a limited edition version for basketball...
New Products
Epson refreshes its mini portable laser projector lineup with two new 1080p models for under $1,000 each.
New Products
At $99, Roku's new top-of-the-line 4K streaming video player is 30% faster, adds HDMI 2.1, Wi-Fi 6 and supports Dolby Atmos.
Articles
With over 20,000 attendees, CEDIA Expo is back and better than ever. Here are our picks for "Best in Show."
Articles
Does it make sense to buy a vintage turntable? We explain why, what to look for and what to be aware of.
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.
Articles
Build a complete audiophile-grade stereo system around the Acoustic Energy AE1 Active Bookshelf Loudspeakers for under $4,000.
Articles
For under $11,000 build a state-of-the-art headphone system with Linear Tube Audio, Meze Audio, Cambridge Audio and Holo Audio.
Integrated Amps & Stereo Receivers
Does the Arcam A25 have what it takes to compete with some excellent integrated amplifiers from Rega, Cambridge Audio, and NAD? So many choices....
Articles
Does your budget max out at $5,000 for a stereo system? The Vandersteen 1Ci+ speakers, Rogue Audio Sphinx v3 or Cambridge Audio Evo 75...
News
Japanese transducer manufacturer Audio-Technica celebrated 60 years since founder Hideo Matsushita established the business, starting with his AT-1 cartridge.
HDTV 4K & 8K TV
Although LCD TVs still dominate, OLED TVs are making big inroads into the TV market, but also causing confusion for consumers.
Reviews
The $250 Shure AONIC 40 Wireless ANC Headphones are a steal. Should Sony and Bose be concerned. We think so.
Articles
2022 has been a very difficult year so far and we take a trip back in time to Ottawa for some much needed perspective.
News
Now you can tell Netflix that you really, really like a movie or TV show. Will it improve recommendations or is there another reason?
Music
Craft Recordings have expanded their Small Batch Series with a vinyl reissue of Relaxin' with the Miles Davis Quintet. For $109.95. Ouch.
Hi-Fi Components
For the week ending April 17, 2022 we roundup the top 10 Hi-Fi news stories of the week from across the web.
Loudspeakers
The Focal April 2022 Promotion is on and the savings on headphones, loudspeakers and on-wall speakers are substantial.
News
Want to help raise badly needed funds for Ukrainian relief efforts? We've created two limited edition cork platters mats with Analog Restorations that you...
Over-Ear Headphones
The $499 Sendy Apollo Headphones are a fun listen for those who crave a warmer, more laid back presentation.
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