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Anker has quietly started raising prices on Amazon, following looming tariff pressures. Are consumers paying attention, or will this be the new normal for...

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FiiO is slapping U.S. audiophiles with a brutal 40% price hike starting May 1st, thanks to new tariffs. Get ready for sticker shock on...

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Upgrade your Ford F-150's audio with Garmin's new JL Audio C6 three-way speakers and Stealthbox subwoofer. Experience powerful sound and custom fit for your...

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Floorstanding Speakers

When money is no-object in building a high-end audio system, this is the audiophile gear you'll want to check out first.

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Does it make sense to spend more than most audiophiles spend on their entire system on a little box that makes your power clean?

Goldmund Theia and Rhea Passive Loudspeakers Goldmund Theia and Rhea Passive Loudspeakers

Floorstanding Speakers

Priced at $108,000 and $215,000 respectively, these luxurious speakers require serious power to drive, making them ideal for use with Goldmund’s premium amplifiers.

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Dongle DACs

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Reviews

An immersive and dynamic listening experience, with a bold omni-directional design that creates a spacious, all-encompassing soundstage.

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Earbuds & In-Ear Headphones

Open wireless earbuds are gaining in popularity as more users are becoming concerned about situational awareness. Sony's Linkbuds Open provide a rather unique take.

Sony LinkBuds Fit Wireless Earbud Colors and Packaging Sony LinkBuds Fit Wireless Earbud Colors and Packaging

Earbuds & In-Ear Headphones

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Bookshelf Speakers

At $20,000 or $25,000 per pair the latest Stratton Acoustics stand-mount loudspeakers aim to offer uncompromising sound and beauty.

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New Products

Audio-Technica unveils the Hotaru, a $9,999 floating turntable combining cutting-edge levitation technology with premium audiophile performance.

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Networking

If you have an extensive home AV network, the OMNI LAN network switch might be worth considering

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New Products

Toshiba's Aurex AX-RP10 Portable Turntable is perfect for music lovers who want to spin records anywhere. The TSA would like a word.

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Earbuds & In-Ear Headphones

Skullcandy’s Method 360 earbuds bring ANC, Bluetooth 5.3, and surprise—Bose-tuned sound. Premium tech, budget price. What’s the catch for $99?

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New Products

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Vintage Audio

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Amplifiers

At $3,200 for the combo, Quad revives a 57-year old design for audiophiles seeking modern conveniences with retro nostalgia.

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Is it worthwhile to combine the Aragon 4004 MKII and Audible Illusions Modulus 3A or is this one vintage audio system too far?

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Headphones & Personal Audio

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Earbuds & In-Ear Headphones

Explore Campfire Audio's $999 Alien Brain IEMs featuring a hybrid driver design, striking aesthetics, and audiophile-grade tuning for immersive, high-resolution sound.

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New Products

Designed for budget-conscious studio users, the ATH-R30x open-back headphones deliver clear, natural audio and all-day comfort—all for under $100.

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New Products

At $499, the Audeze LCD-S20 are the first planar magnetic headphones to feature the company's proprietary SLAM technology.

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Home Theater

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Articles

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With over 20,000 attendees, CEDIA Expo is back and better than ever. Here are our picks for "Best in Show."

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Articles

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ACT SCM50ASL Active Loudspeakers in Black, Walnut, White ACT SCM50ASL Active Loudspeakers in Black, Walnut, White

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