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The eCoustics editorial team grows to its largest point ever, adding coverage for new music releases and custom installation A/V solutions.
New Products
At $1,400, the fourth-generation Arya Unveiled features a removable “Magnetic Veil” back panel and Stealth Magnet Technology.
Music
New Dolby Atmos and 5.1 Surround Mixes Expand Sound Of Tom Petty’s 1982 Hit Long After Dark.
Dongle DACs
Pocket size FiiO BTR17 offers desktop headphone amp power and performance for $199, using the latest Qualcomm, ESS and THX tech.
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Adding in-ceiling height channel speakers for your Dolby Atmos system is a great upgrade, but has some install challenges.
Headphone Amps
At $4,320, the Chord Alto is a compact desktop amplifier that powers up to four headphones, a pair of speakers, and also functions as...
Gift Guides
Share the love of music and movies with hi-fi audio and home theater gift ideas that are guaranteed to impress.
Bookshelf Speakers
Can an innovative 17-year old speaker designer with a familiar last name breathe new life into the jaded audiophile loudspeaker industry?
A/V Receivers & Preamp/Processors
Select Onkyo, Integra and Pioneer A/V receivers add support for Dirac Live Bass Control, Amazon Music HD, TIDAL MAX, Source-based Tone Mapping and Google...
Reviews
At $499, can the planar magnetic sound coming out of the Edifier STAX Spirit S5 wireless headphones make up for its hefty price tag?
New Products
At $3,680, the Eversolo DMP-A10 music streamer packs in so much it just may be the Swiss Army Knife of network streamers.
Digital Music Systems
For $1199, the Shanling SM1.3 music streamer comes loaded with features including MQA, DSD512 and up to 32-bit/768kHz hi-res audio.
Headphone Amps
Priced from $10,000, the Feliks Audio Envy Meisterwerk headphone amplifier features all analog circuitry with 300B vacuum tubes.
A/V Furniture & Accessories
Do expensive video cables really make a difference? The $45 THX HDMI Interconnects prove you don't have to spend a fortune to achieve all...
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...
Reviews
Can an inexpensive pair of Bluetooth ANC headphones satisfy this self-professed headphone snob?
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.
Reviews
While the Sonos Ace may not be the headphones Sonos users were expecting, that isn't necessarily a bad thing.
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...
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...
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New Products
At $999, the Audio-Technica AT-ADX3000 open-back headphones use the same driver technology as its flagship AT-ADX5000.
New Products
From $6,000, the Pro-Ject Classic Reference turntable combines a vintage look with high-end construction and performance for audiophiles.
Headphone Amps
At $1,999, the Technics HA-507 is a pure analog headphone amplifier and preamplifier with a balanced/dual mono configuration.
CD Players
Add CD playback to the Ruark R410, R610 and R810 music systems for only $350 with the new R-CD100 CD Transport.
Bookshelf Speakers
Wharfedale elevates its loudspeaker line with the Super Linton. Find out what the deal is.
New Products
At $349, the Vizio MicMe soundbar comes with two wireless mics for karaoke to turn any evening into a party
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.
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
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.
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...
Earbuds & In-Ear Headphones
At $219.99, the Cleer Arc 3 are feature packed open-ear wireless earbuds with unique charging case, aptX lossless, Dolby Atmos with head-tracking and UV-C...
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
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.
Articles
Eric Pye continues his trip north taking in the Jazz Kissas of Tohoku.
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...
New Products
Priced from $399 to $2,399, XGIMI delivers five new projectors that deliver big screen home entertainment to fit any lifestyle.
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...
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...
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
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...
Amplifiers
New Naim Audio CI amplifiers and streamer for the custom installation market are a perfect complement to Focal's line of in-wall and in-ceiling speakers.
A/V Receivers & Preamp/Processors
The new Marantz CINEMA 30 is the top-of-the-line 11.4-channel A/V receiver in 2024 priced at $4500.
Digital Music Systems
Naim's top-of-the-line all-in-one network amplifier for streaming music gets a substantial power upgrade with new Class D technology.
In-Wall Speakers
The outdoor CI market is hot and rather wet apparently. The DALI PHANTOM E-60 and E-80 WR in-ceiling speakers will be available from March,...
Articles
For those with deep pockets, this $25,000 system featuring the DeVore Fidelity O/baby and Unison Research Simply 845 puts almost everything I heard at...
Daily Deals
Looking for a truly massive 4K TV to enjoy the Super Bowl? Hisense is offering the brand new 100-inch U76N ULED TV for 60%...
New Products
The SUB10 is a versatile 10-inch subwoofer in a skinny rectangular box that's only 6.3-inches deep for inconspicuous placement near a wall or under...
New Products
Sennheiser's new HD 490 Pro and HD 490 Pro Plus Studio Headphones made their debut at NAMM 2024 and are super impressive for $400....
In-Wall Speakers
Sonos in-ceiling speaker options have expanded from 6-inch to 8-inch sizes for even greater bass extension without a subwoofer.
Digital Music Systems
The BluOS music streaming app enhances integration with Control4 and RTI, while adding support for NAD and Cyrus streamers.
Bookshelf Speakers
Gift Guides
Floorstanding Speakers
