Music
John Lee Hooker’s That’s My Story returns via Craft Bluesville as an all-analog 180-gram vinyl reissue, with Cannonball Adderley’s rhythm section adding sweet swagger...
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News
SVS Auto EQ brings free app-based bass calibration to select R|Evolution subwoofers, making setup easier for music and home theater systems.
Reviews
Sony's entry-level True RGB 4K TV delivers rich, refined color and better-than-average brightness. It might just be all the TV you'll ever need.
Movies
Godzilla Minus One roars onto 4K UHD Blu-ray with native Dolby Vision, lossless Atmos, and a monster movie built on grief, guilt, and atomic...
Music
Carly Simon’s Anticipation finally gets MoFi’s 45RPM treatment, but is this $59.95 vinyl glow-up worth the wait or just premium schmaltz?
Music
Allen Toussaint’s Songbook arrives on vinyl for the first time in Craft’s expanded 2-LP reissue, spotlighting his piano, songs, and New Orleans roots.
Articles
Sonny Rollins remembered, Peter Sellers’ The Party revisited, and The Mandalorian and Grogu gets fed into the Disney grinder.
Gift Guides
Share your love of music and movies by giving someone the finest ways to experience every last ounce of it.
Floorstanding Speakers
Neat Vito Classic packs an AMT tweeter, dual bass drivers, claimed 22Hz bass, and slim British manners.
Movies
James Cameron’s latest arrives on 4K UHD and Blu-ray 3D with native 4K, native 3D, and a home theater presentation built to show off...
Amplifiers
ASCENDO’s DSP4-6602 amplifier delivers 6,600W RMS, DSP control, and 5Hz output for custom home theaters using passive subwoofers.
DAPs
Astell&Kern SP4000T Tube DAP and Clarus IEMs Head to High End Vienna 2026 as Wired Audio Fights Back
Astell&Kern brings the SP4000T tube DAP and Clarus IEMs to High End Vienna 2026. Is portable analog audio entering a new phase?
New Products
CANVAS L brings BACCH 3D+, GaN power, new drivers, and 1,500 watts of peak power to larger 65 to 115 inch TV systems.
New Products
Wand’s €8,900 12-inch Dark-Light tonearm goes long at HIGH END Vienna 2026. Lower distortion, more rigidity, and finally, headshell lifts?
Reviews
Is the KEF Muo the best portable Bluetooth speaker under $250 for clear vocals, premium build, strong battery life, and real outdoor projection?
Movies
Can Speed Racer on 4K UHD finally prove the Wachowskis were years ahead of the curve? This cult classic gets your home theater running.
Reviews
Can HiFiMAN’s HE1000 WiFi deliver true high-end planar sound without the cable, or do setup headaches and weak battery life hold it back?
Reviews
Does Sennheiser MOMENTUM 5 Wireless deliver enough with Dolby Atmos, aptX Lossless, stronger ANC, and a replaceable battery at $399?
Reviews
Can Denon’s Home 200 and Home 400 wireless smart speakers challenge Sonos with HEOS multi-room audio, Dolby Atmos Music, and stronger sound at premium...
Power Conditioners
Can clean power lower noise and improve imaging? Clarus Concerto MKII uses advanced filtering and protection to help serious systems perform better.
Movies
Fight Club on 4K UHD gets the HDR upgrade it deserves. Sharper, dirtier, louder, and still not here to validate your life choices.
Floorstanding Speakers
At AXPONA 2026, eCoustics Editor-in-Chief, Ian White, reveals some of his favorite products at North America's largest high-end audio show.
Floorstanding Speakers
Blu-ray, DVD & 4K Media Players
Integrated Amps & Stereo Receivers
Jadis Aria and Ode bring French tube flair to North America with 30W EL34 power, 25W Class A KT120 muscle, and hand-built transformers.
New Products
Sony has been teasing its entry into the RGB backlit LCD TV market for almost two years and today we can finally share the...
New Products
Does your giant TV or projector screen make your soundbar look puny? Sony is here for you with their new powered speaker system which...
New Products
AudioDeskSysteme Gläss gives its $3,599 Vinyl Cleaner Premium the Silent Core One upgrade for quieter, faster ultrasonic record cleaning. Your dirty LPs have no...
New Products
HEDDphone TWO GT adds warmer AMT tuning and lower distortion for $2,199, but can your neck make peace with 550g of Berlin engineering?
New Products
Is the $499 Baum Ellipse the right wired headphone for studio users and critical listeners who want closed-back isolation, flexible connectivity, and long-term serviceability?
New Products
Weiss, PSI Audio, and Illusonic joined forces to present an all-in-one speaker bar at High End Vienna 2026 for approximately $39,000 US.
A/V Receivers & Preamp/Processors
miniDSP Tide16 adds Dirac Live ART, 16 channel processing, and advanced room correction. Is this the smarter AV processor play?
Blu-ray, DVD & 4K Media Players
Integrated Amps & Stereo Receivers
Music
Eric Pye (@audioloveyyc) returns to Japan to explore the hi-fi and music scene in late-2025.
Amplifiers
The eCoustics team discusses what's happening in the vintage tube market and what to look for when buying or upgrading tube amplifiers.
Articles
Discover if vintage turntables still beat modern models under $2,000. Pros, cons, sound quality, and where to buy for the best vinyl experience.
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?
Ask an Expert
Does upsampling in digital audio actually improve DAC performance, or just make lower quality files look like high resolution audio?
New Products
Marshall Milton A.N.C. brings on-ear ANC, LDAC, 80-hour battery life, wired playback, and a replaceable battery for $229. Disposable? Not quite.
DACs
Chord Electronics Quartet is a $35,995 upscaler with Blackbird WTA filtering, built-in ADC, and DAVE support. Your wallet has been warned.
Reviews
Apple AirPods Max 2 face the original Max and Bose QuietComfort Ultra 2 in this ANC headphone showdown. Better enough, or just safer?
Dongle DACs
Questyle M18i MAX adds LDAC, aptX HD, LE Audio, dual ESS DACs, and longer battery life. Is this the complete mobile DAC amp?
Music
Does Yes’ From A Page expanded 2LP half speed master 180 gram vinyl set rescue an overlooked late period gem?
New Products
LG’s 2026 QNED evo Mini LED TVs go up to 115 inches with AI processing, gaming upgrades, and premium performance.
Articles
$250 to watch The Wizard of Oz at Sphere Las Vegas? Dorothy meets 16K spectacle, brutal Vegas math, and a wallet with no way...
New Products
LG brings ART TV features to select OLED and Mini LED models, giving lifestyle TV buyers better picture quality without the wall candy penalty.
A/V Receivers & Preamp/Processors
We got a sneak peek at Denon's new mid-range AVRs for 2026. They offer sonic upgrades and some cool new features. Will it be...
A/V Receivers & Preamp/Processors
For those who think AV receivers are lacking in functionality or performance, Marantz has a solution for you, and it won't break the bank.
A/V Receivers & Preamp/Processors
Yamaha’s RX300A and RX500A AV receivers start at $399 with HDMI 2.1, room correction, streaming, and a cleaner entry level design.
Articles
Clean, cleaner, cleanest: record cleaning options for vinyl collectors, from anti-static brushes to ultrasonic machines. What works?
Articles
From 750 brands and thousands of products, we selected 26 standout winners across categories that delivered even if your accountant won’t approve.
Articles
Best in Show from CanJam NYC 2026: headphones, DACs, amps, and IEMs that impressed us most at the world’s largest headphone show.
Articles
Physical media isn’t dead. These are the 10 best 4K UHD Blu-ray discs of 2025 with reference picture and sound, and meaningful extras.
Articles
Our picks of the very best from NAMM 2026 include active speakers, studio monitors, headphones, car audio, software tools and more.
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...
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.
Music
Wheelin’ and Dealin’ 180-Gram Vinyl Review: Craft Recordings’ OJC Reissue Showcases Waldron and Wess
Craft Recordings’ OJC 180-gram vinyl reissue of Wheelin’ and Dealin’ delivers crisp sound, perfect separation, and the full power of this jazz classic.
New Products
The 2025 Hisense 100UX and 116UX RGB Mini-LED 4K TVs feature cutting edge backlighting in 100-inch or 116-inch screen sizes.
Music
Cal Tjader's 1976 Latin jazz-rock fusion album Amazonas reissued on 180g vinyl offers lush vibes, killer solos, and essential listening.
News
Last month at the annual TV Shootout, hosted by Value Electronics, the top OLED TVs squared off against each other in a darkened room...
New Products
Velodyne Acoustics partners with Playback Distribution for exclusive U.S. distribution, debuting the new SPL-X Series subwoofers with advanced carbon-fiber drivers and precision Class D...
Floorstanding Speakers
Quad returns with the ESL 2812X and 2912X next-gen electrostatic loudspeakers made in the UK. High-end sound, bold design, and prices that spark debate.
Home Theater
Audio Advice expands into St. Louis by acquiring The Sound Room, strengthening its high-end audio and home automation presence across the Southeast and Midwest.
Floorstanding Speakers
Sonus faber Il Cremonese Ex3me Lamborghini Edition fuses precision sound and daring design—because Italians do nothing quietly.
Articles
Setting up a backyard movie theater in 2025 is easier than ever thanks to new 4K projectors, portable screens, and wireless streaming. Here's what...
Music Streamers
WiiM adds YouTube Music across its ecosystem, from Ultra to Amp Ultra, with full app integration but still no Apple AirPlay on Ultra models.
