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Upgrade the sound of your turntable with our favorite MM and MC phono cartridges you can buy in 2024 without breaking the bank.
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A/V Receivers & Preamp/Processors
With more options than we've seen in years, here are our picks for Editors' Choice Awards for AV receivers in 2024.
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Our favorite audio accessories can make your turntable, speakers or headphones sound even better.
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Check out our favorite wired over-ear headphones at different price points, from very affordable to cost no-object.
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Shopping for wireless noise cancelling over-ear headphones or gaming headsets? Here are our picks for best you can buy on any budget.
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Looking for ways to improve the sound from your turntable? Our favorite phono preamplifiers we've tested offer a solution at every budget.
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Our favorite wireless speakers to buy in 2024 include models from Audioengine, Q Acoustics, KEF, JBL and Dynaudio.
Gift Guides
From headphones to home theater, these high performance audio gifts will exceed the expectation of any movie or music lover on your list.
Loudspeakers
Audioquest has let go of the noted speaker company GoldenEar, but is going to PML a good move?
News
Epson's crusade against misleading specifications forces AWOL and JMGO to correct lumens output ratings on some of their projectors.
Headphones
With an all-new price, are the HiFiMAN Arya Organic open-back planar magnetic over-ear headphones now an incredible value?
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Our favorite integrated amplifiers in 2024 include models from Cambridge Audio, Naim, NAD, Unison Research and more.
Home Theater
Klipsch, Onkyo and Integra have been swept up in Gentex's acquisition of VOXX International. Can they all survive in 2025?
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Shopping for a new TV? Our picks for best televisions of 2024 provide the best picture quality and value at their price and size.
Reviews
In-depth review compares three of the best luxury portable Bluetooth speakers on the market from Brane, Soundboks and Devialet.
Earbuds & In-Ear Headphones
In-depth review of the Bowers & Wilkins true wireless noise cancelling earbuds covers everything you need to know.
Dongle DACs
At $129, the Questyle M15c Mobile Headphone Amplifier with DAC is priced between the M12i and M15i. Find out which one is right for...
Bookshelf Speakers
Can Chesky Audio's new LC1 mini-monitor loudspeaker bring a smile to this jaded audiophile's face?
Floorstanding Speakers
In-depth review compares the Q Acoustics 5050 floorstanding loudspeakers ($1,999/pair) with three different amplifiers to reveal what makes them sing.
Reviews
$449 or $599, find out which Sumiko moving magnet phono cartridge is right for you?
A/V Furniture & Accessories
Thinking of replacing your existing loudspeakers? The IsoAcoustics GAIA III Speaker Isolation Feet might force you to change your mind and save money as...
Music
Is Blue Note's new Tone Poet Society vinyl record subscription service actually going to drive more album sales?
Home Theater
HDTV 4K & 8K TV
Home Theater
Floorstanding Speakers
HDTV 4K & 8K TV
At $59,999, the LG SIGNATURE OLED T is the most expensive 77-inch TV in the world. It looks like a pane of glass you...
Earbuds & In-Ear Headphones
At $814, Zeitgeist Germany offers bespoke IEMs carved from 4 different types of wood -- Sequoia, Zebrano, Olive and Redheart.
New Products
At $499, the TCL A1 is a 1080p portable lifestyle projector that lets you bring big screen entertainment wherever you go.
Bookshelf Speakers
Without any public fanfare, Bose has recreated its legendary 901 Direct Reflecting Loudspeakers that we would like to see and hear in person.
New Products
Musical Fidelity's new flagship M8x Vinyl Phono Stage is both fully discrete and fully balanced with improved gain stage and more.
Earbuds & In-Ear Headphones
Are wired earphones coming back? The new $199 Master & Dynamic ME05 in-ear headphones refresh a 10-year old design with added support for hi-res...
Digital Music Systems
At $8,000, the McIntosh MSA5500 streaming integrated amplifier isn't for everybody, but it's hard not to be impressed with its styling and audio technology.
A/V Receivers & Preamp/Processors
The Goerdyna Group has announced the creation of Goer Dynamics B.V. with the acquisition of the AURO-3D technology platform.
Hi-Fi Components
Home Theater
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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?
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How a tiny turntable restoration company called Vinyl Nirvana turned a new generation of vinyl listeners into the cult of Thorens.
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The COVID pandemic took a lot from us including thousands of restaurants. But a small vintage audio and record store in thriving in Brooklyn.
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Our favorite true wireless earbuds of 2024 include two noise cancelling earphones from Bose and Sennheiser at different prices points.
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In 2024, the best universal fit in-ear monitors (IEMs) at various price points are from Final, Campfire Audio and Noble Audio.
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With the Dongle DAC market shaking itself out in 2024, the $129 Questyle 15c leapfrogged the competition.
New Products
At $2,899, the HiFiMAN ISVARNA offers both planar magnetic and dynamic drivers to boost the low frequencies in a closed-back design.
Earbuds & In-Ear Headphones
At $449, the Noble Audio FoKus Rex5 wireless noise cancelling earbuds drop xMEMS support in favor of a new hybrid 5-driver array.
Music
From Bowie To Zappa, 2024 Was A Good Year For Immersive Dolby Atmos Music Releases On Blu-ray Disc.
HDTV 4K & 8K TV
Bigger screens, elevated processing, better sound, wireless connectivity, and WebOS enhancements highlight LG's 2025 QNED evo TVs.
HDTV 4K & 8K TV
Amazon introduces top-of-the-line Omni Series Mini-LED QLED 4K TVs in sizes from 55 to 85-inches at affordable price points.
Daily Deals
Amazon is offering low prices plus 10% cash back on select TV purchases including Sony's latest 2024 model BRAVIA 8 OLED TV and the...
A/V Receivers & Preamp/Processors
Our favorite A/V receivers on sale for Black Friday 2024 that we would actually buy for ourselves or recommend to family and friends.
Daily Deals
Now is the time for great deals on great-looking TVs. Here are our picks for the best Black Friday TV deals from 48 to...
Daily Deals
Check out our favorite UST projector deals for Black Friday 2024 on projectors that we would actually buy for ourselves or recommend to friends...
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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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A clean record sounds better and prolongs the life of your phono cartridge. My best record cleaning solutions to achieve both and maintain your...
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What are the best audiophile phono preamps for under $1,000? See which models we picked from Croft, iFi, and Pro-Ject.
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With so many different types of smart phones, DAPs, and portable headphone amplifiers, we think these headphone accessories make a lot of sense.
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Our picks for best of the best hi-fi and home theater gear this year at every price point for TVs, Loudspeakers, Headphones, Soundbars and...
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Build a complete audiophile-grade stereo system around the Acoustic Energy AE1 Active Bookshelf Loudspeakers for under $4,000.
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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....
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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...
MFP
Lexmark introduced two new color laser multifunction products (MFPs) powered with intelligent, productivity-enhancing solutions to streamline paper-intensive business processes. Targeted to the rapidly growing...
Gaming Notebooks
Origin PC today introduced the EON17-S gaming laptop overclocked up to 4.5GHz with Turbo Boost. Featuring 2nd generation Intel “Sandybridge” processors and NVIDIA GeForce...
Gaming Notebooks
Alienware announced three new gaming laptops, including the 18-inch M18x, which claims to be the title of “most powerful 18-inch gaming laptop in the...
iPhone Apps
Scosche has introduced the switchBACK surge g4 (model IP4BAT), a backup battery and kickstand case for iPhone 4. Its integrated kickstand and an internal...
New Products
Sceptre has introduced a 46-inch LCD FullHD TV, model X460BV-FHD, with premium surround sound in an elegant glossy black finish with silver highlights. Inspired...
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Apple got some bad press this week when people learned the iPhone, along with other smartphones, track personal data. Of course Apple also announced...
New Products
Warpia announced the StreamHD and Wireless USB PC to TV Display Adapter that allow users to wirelessly stream any content from their laptop or...
New Products
Native Union announced its Moshi Moshi 04i Bluetooth stereo handset with dedicated iPhone dock. The high-performance Bluetooth desktop stereo speaker system, professional conference call...
New Products
Samson has introduced the Meteor Mic, a universal solution for recording music on your computer. Perfect for your home studios or podcasting, Meteor Mic...
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When deciding between a 3G or 4G smartphone consider coverage limitations, battery life and download speeds of different carriers. With all the hype around...
