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Digital Music Systems
At $4,000, the McIntosh DS200 is a high-end music streamer with HDMI ARC, TIDAL Connect, and a Quad Balanced 8-channel, 32-bit DAC.
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.
Amplifiers
At $2,199, the TEAC AP-507 power amplifier can be configured for two channel stereo, bi-amp, or bridged.
New Products
The Atelier program gives Bang & Olufsen's customers the chance to style their own speakers. The Beosound 2 Gradient Collection gets things started.
New Products
With an open-back design and wide frequency response, the Sennheiser HD 505 wired headphones aim to appeal to audiophiles and gamers.
Articles
Our favorite products for audiophiles and studio professionals from NAMM 2025, including headphones, speakers, and some surprises.
Gift Guides
Experience the full impact of Super Bowl LIX in your living room with both a big picture and big sound.
Music
These Quadraphonic albums have been digitized from analog four-track Quad mixes and are now available on Blu-ray discs.
News
AI is going to have a more prominent role in both current and forthcoming products from Amazon.
Music
Lost late period Peanuts soundtrack sounds like a love letter from an old friend.
New Products
Designed for studio applications the ATH-R70xa and R50x provide audio clarity while providing all-day wearing comfort for less than $400.
Audio Cables
At £1,000, Chord Company's PhonoARAY can minimize external interference and ground issues that may affect turntable performance.
Integrated Amps & Stereo Receivers
Advance Paris brings its range of affordable hifi components to the U.S. market, which feature blue VU meters and tube amplification.
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?
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.
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
New Products
With a 5,000-lumen light output the Optoma UHZ68LV home theater projector can work with screens up to 300-inches.
In-Wall Speakers
DALI expands its architectural product line with the Phantom M80 A In-Ceiling Speaker and CI AMP-4750 4-Channel DSP Amplifier.
In-Wall Speakers
The Focal Utopia CINEMA LCR and Subwoofer are designed for luxury home theater set-ups in large spaces.
New Products
For 2025, the Audioengine A2+ now includes Bluetooth 5.3, 24-bit audio, and USB-C connectivity - still at an affordable price.
New Products
Audio Pro can add more style to your home entertainment system with new walnut finish on its A28 wireless speaker at $650 pair.
Bookshelf Speakers
At $18,000 per pair, the TAD ME1TX feature an upgraded CST Driver and other refinements.
CD Players
The Shanling CR60 provides CD playback and ripping capability for a very reasonable $299, but it requires an external DAC.
Home Video
Can a new video streamer save Sonos from a year of horrible missteps? Project Pinewood does not have us convinced.
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.
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.
Earbuds & In-Ear Headphones
At $499, the beyerdynamic DT 70 series IEMs are specifically tuned for studio professionals, drummers, guitarists, or pianists.
New Products
At $279 or $399, the Beyerdynamic AMIRON 300 wireless ANC earbuds and AVENTHO 300 wireless over-ear headphones with ANC and head tracking are available...
Headphone Amps
FiiO expands its line-up with K17 Headphone Amp, which provides a lot of features and connectivity that raise the price, but should please any...
Music
Two Fine New Vinyl Releases By Chet Baker and Bill Evans Share Scandinavian Roots.
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
HDTV 4K & 8K TV
TCL is putting Samsung, LG, and Hisense on notice with its featured packed TCL QM6K Series QD-MiniLED TVs (50 to 98 inches).
HDTV 4K & 8K TV
The new Hisense 136MX could bring the cost of MicroLED TV down, but we still expect it to be expensive. No release date set.
HDTV 4K & 8K TV
Hisense 116-inch TriChroma LED TV delivers industry-leading color precision and brightness with proprietary RGB Local Dimming Display Technology.
New Products
Can the XGIMI Ascend help the sagging UST projector market? The combination of ALR screen and soundbar looks great on paper but we still...
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
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.
Articles
For under $11,000 build a state-of-the-art headphone system with Linear Tube Audio, Meze Audio, Cambridge Audio and Holo Audio.
Netbooks
10-inch Netbook with Intel Atom Dual-Core Processor and HD Display Samsung today announced the NF310 netbook, which expands upon Samsung's signature style and premium...
Amplifiers
New Amps Reflect the 'Best of the Best' in McIntosh Engineering Expertise, Delivering Uncompromising Musical Accuracy, Build Quality and Reliability McIntosh Laboratory announced the...
CD Players
CD player and Multiple-Source Digital Preamp Upgrades Audio of All Digital Sources, Performs “Audio Magic” for CD Changers, Tuners, Pro Audio Gear or Computers...
Amplifiers
Engineering Enhancements Combine with Smart, User-Programmable Features for a Truly Extraordinary Musical Experience, from Analog and Digital Sources McIntosh Laboratory announced two Stereo Control...
External HDD
SuperSpeed USB 3.0 Connectivity Now Available with My Book and My Passport External Hard Drives WD® introduced its new My Passport® Essential portable hard...
New Products
Touchscreen Android 2.1 phone designed specifically for new smartphone users Verizon Wireless and Motorola, Inc. today unveiled Motorola CITRUS. Powered by Android 2.1, Motorola...
New Products
Android smartphone optimized for business and global travel Verizon Wireless and Motorola, Inc. today unveiled DROID PRO, a new, powerful, stronger and faster solution...
Monitors
Budget Priced Ultra-Slim LED-Backlit Monitors Designed for Students or Home Offices Samsung today announced the launch of a new line of 31 series LED-backlit...
Monitors
1 ms Response Time, 70,000:1 Contrast Ratio and Full HD 1920×1080 Resolution Samsung announced the new SyncMaster P2770FH LCD monitor which offers an unprecedented...
Monitors
Ultra-Slim LED HD Monitors Deliver Crisp Visual Quality, Power Efficiency and Stylish Designs Gateway today introduced three new high-definition LED monitors that combine leading-edge...
