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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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.
Headphone Amps
At $1,300, is the STAX SRM-400S capable of driving some of the best headphones in the world?
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...
New Products
Are you one of those people who hates having to install a phono cartridge? The Waiting for Ideas PP-1 might be exactly what you're...
Dongle DACs
Does the iFi GO Bar Kensei justify the $120 bump in price over the standard model?
Audio Cables
At £600, the EE1 Plus is designed to reduce interference and noise on wired networks, but do you really need it?
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.
Over-Ear Headphones
Not inexpensive at $5,995, but the Audeze CRBN2 Electrostatic Headphones might be one of the best ever made.
New Products
Does the Michell Audio range of high-end turntables finally have a complementary phono pre-amplifier to match its capabilities? The Michell Apollo looks ready to...
Daily Deals
With the introduction of the Sonos ARC Ultra Soundbar - it is time to clear out the remaining stock of the original Sonos ARC
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.
Headphone Amps
Forte Distribution previews Shanling's $399 EH2 DAC Headphone Amp for CanJam Attendees
New Products
The FiiO FT7 Open-back Planar Magnetic Headphones will debut at the Bristol Hi-Fi Show and CanJam NYC this weekend.
Dongle DACs
iFi Audio's latest budget dongle DAC boasts impressive specs and looks the part, but how does it sound?
Over-Ear Headphones
Are the Beyerdynamic DT 1990 Pro MKII the Best Studio Headphones Below $1,000 for Only $599?
Over-Ear Headphones
Can the Grado Signature HP100 SE carve out its own spot at the top of the high-end category below $2,500 against some fierce competition?...
Over-Ear Headphones
The FiiO FT1 Pro planar magnetic open-back headphones have raised the bar for low-end performance, redefining what's achievable at $200.
Earbuds & In-Ear Headphones
With enhanced adaptive noise cancellation and a new driver design, Technics latest True Wireless Earbuds will give Bose, Sony and Sennheiser a run for...
Earbuds & In-Ear Headphones
Hands-on review of the Bowers & Wilkins Pi6 In-ear True Wireless Earbuds covers sound quality, ANC performance and more.
Headphones
With an all-new price, are the HiFiMAN Arya Organic open-back planar magnetic over-ear headphones now an incredible value?
Podcasts
Rune Skov, Gryphon Audio Designs' Global Sales Director joins us on the podcast from Denmark to discuss the brand's Nordic Noir ethos.
Home Theater
HDTV 4K & 8K TV
Home Theater
Floorstanding Speakers
Integrated Amps & Stereo Receivers
WiiM is well-known for its streaming products, but they are expanding their reach with a dedicated integrated amplifier.
Earbuds & In-Ear Headphones
Smaller, lighter, and more affordable than the flagship Empyrean II, the $2,000 Meze Audio Poet have planar magnetic fans rather excited.
Headphones
Not only do the new Grado Signature S950 feature an improved headband, gorgeous ear cups, and a brand new 52mm driver...but they finally have...
Integrated Amps & Stereo Receivers
Starting at $21,600, the high-end Burmester 232 Integrated Amplifier offers DAC and Phono pre-amp upgradability for $13,300 extra.
Bookshelf Speakers
Before you get too excited, British audiophiles are getting a much better deal on these Heritage Series Limited Edition loudspeakers.
Earbuds & In-Ear Headphones
Incorporating the Apple H2 chip, Bluetooth, spatial audio, wireless charging and more, the Beats Powerbeats Pro 2 wireless earbuds offer a lot for just...
Music
Craft Recordings announces seven titles coming to participating independent music retailers on Record Store Day, April 12, spanning jazz, salsa, rock and soul.
Hi-Fi Components
On Thursday, February 20, 2025, the latest Focal Powered by Naim luxury audio store opens in Tampa, Florida.
Digital Music Systems
Articles
Does it make sense to buy a vintage turntable? We explain why, what to look for and what to be aware of.
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.
Headphone Amps
At $1,999, Orchard Audio Valencia is a balanced desktop power amplifier designed for headphones, but powerful enough for speakers.
New Products
With an open-back design and wide frequency response, the Sennheiser HD 505 wired headphones aim to appeal to audiophiles and gamers.
New Products
Designed for studio applications the ATH-R70xa and R50x provide audio clarity while providing all-day wearing comfort for less than $400.
Earbuds & In-Ear Headphones
Priced at $234.99, the Cleer ARC 3 Gaming Edition comes with a USB-C dongle for low latency wireless gaming.
Headphone Amps
Is FiiO’s lineup of Dongle DACs starting to cannibalize itself? The addition of aptX HD and LDAC support makes this more of a bargain.
Music
These Quadraphonic albums have been digitized from analog four-track Quad mixes and are now available on Blu-ray discs.
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
New Products
With a 5,000-lumen light output the Optoma UHZ68LV home theater projector can work with screens up to 300-inches.
Gift Guides
Experience the full impact of Super Bowl LIX in your living room with both a big picture and big sound.
HDTV 4K & 8K TV
After two years, LG dumps MLA. Find out what it is being replaced with and what it means for TV buyers
New Products
Sister Company to UST Projector Maker AWOL, Valerion has a line of standard throw projectors that might be just right for you
New Products
The Hisense L9Q wins eCoustics Best in Show at CES 2025 in the UST Projector category
Articles
Upgrade the sound of your turntable with our favorite MM and MC phono cartridges you can buy in 2024 without breaking the bank.
Articles
With over 20,000 attendees, CEDIA Expo is back and better than ever. Here are our picks for "Best in Show."
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
Looking to build a hi-fi audio system around a WiiM Ultra Music Streamer in a small space? The Cabin Audiophiler shows you how.
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...
Articles
Starting at $22,499 per pair, the ATC SCM50ASL Active Speakers take your music listening experience to a whole new level.
Articles
Build a complete audiophile-grade stereo system around the Acoustic Energy AE1 Active Bookshelf Loudspeakers for under $4,000.
New Products
Monster and Shaquille O’Neal have teamed up to release the self-proclaimed, world’s smallest Bluetooth audiophile speaker, called the SuperStar for $150. Although with Shaq...
Laptops
Fujitsu today announced the 14-inch LifeBook E544 and 15.6-inch LifeBook E554 business notebooks. Both are designed with numerous components that are interchangeable with all of the LifeBook E...
CD Players
Sharp announced a $5,000 Wireless High Resolution Audio Player (SD-WH1000U) based on the WiSA standard that can simultaneously transmit 7.1 channels of (24 bit/96kHz)...
DAPs
Apple quietly announced its 16GB iPod touch is now available in vibrant colors and equipped with a 5-megapixel iSight camera for just $199 ($30...
A/V Receivers & Preamp/Processors
Yamaha just announced five new AVENTAGE RX-A 40 Series A/V receivers priced from $700 to $2200. The new models include the top-of-the-line 11.2-channel RX-A3040...
New Products
Pioneer has announced the SP-SB03 Speaker Base TV Audio System, designed by legendary speaker engineer Andrew Jones to deliver full-range sound performance and replace the...
New Products
Belkin just released the NetCam HD+ Wi-Fi Camera with Glass Lens and Night Vision (model F7D7606) for $130. The high definition webcam allows users...
New Products
Canon just introduced the imageFORMULA DR-M160II office document scanner, which offers speeds up to 60 pages-per-minute (PPM) and the ability to scan both sides...
DSLR Cameras
Nikon today announced the 36.3-megapixel, full-frame FX-format D810 DSLR camera for professional photographers and cinematographers. The Nikon D810 is the pinnacle of D-SLR image...
New Products
Pioneer just announced the $300 Elite BDP-80FD Blu-ray Disc player, which features built-in Wi-Fi and Miracast, YouTube “Send to TV” capability, SACD playback, HDMI...
