DACs
The Aavik Acoustics D-180 DAC delivers almost state-of-the-art sound quality at a very high price but well below the category leaders.
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At $1,750, are the DALI IO-12 wireless ANC headphones worth it? With precise sound, rich bass, clear mids, and long battery life, they come...
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Ruark R1 vs Tivoli Model One BT: a showdown of design, tone, and tech. Tivoli brings punch, but the Ruark’s refinement makes it worth...
Floorstanding Speakers
Audiovector Trapeze Ri speakers offer warm, bass-forward sound, precise top end, and natural midrange. Rock-solid Danish design meets high-end performance, requiring a powerful amp...
Over-Ear Headphones
At $599, Sendy Audio Aiva 2 open-back planar magnetic headphones deliver detailed treble, coherent soundstage, and premium design, but does it improve on the...
Music Streamers
Ruark’s R610 compact music console delivers punch and clarity, though speaker matching is crucial to unlock its full potential.
Bookshelf Speakers
Vera-Fi's Vanguard Scout bookshelf speakers and Caldera 10 subwoofer provide excellent stereo sound for less than what some folks pay for speaker cables.
Music Streamers
Is the Aavik Acoustics S-180 Streamer really worth $7,200? The competition below $20,000 better get ready for a fight.
Preamplifiers
The Aavik Acoustics RIAA R-180 Phono Preamp is ridiculously expensive but it's also one of the best we've ever heard with excellent transparency and...
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The Bluesound Pulse Flex 2i and Pulse Mini 2i are already proving to be worthy alternatives to the Sonos One SL system in my...
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The JBL Tour One Wireless Headphones offer strong battery life and solid build quality but is that enough to match the competition from Sony...
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At $899 the NAD C 588 is an impressive well built turntable that has the ability to hear deep into every recording.
IEMs
Looking for a way to customize your Ultimate Ears IEMs? The new Ultimate Ears Switch faceplates make it easy and somewhat affordable.
Over-Ear Headphones
Are the $150 HiFiMan HE400se the best affordable full-range headphones right now? With the right Dongle DAC, they might be the best bargain in...
Over-Ear Headphones
Are the $149 KRK 8402 Studio Headphones a viable option for those looking for tonal accuracy and studio quality sound?
IEMs
The Shure SE846 in-ear headphones can be modified with the Aonic True Wireless Adapter into one killer pair of wireless earphones.
Integrated Amps & Stereo Receivers
Proof positive that not all watts are created equal. Especially those designed by Nelson Pass.
Reviews
The Samsung HW-Q900A wireless soundbar offers up 7.1.2 channels, Dolby Atmos/DTS:X surround sound, several streaming music platforms, and Alexa voice control.
Over-Ear Headphones
A detailed look at the new and highly anticipated Thinksound ov21 headphones that are finally going into production this month.
Over-Ear Headphones
The Sendy Audio Peacock is definitely not inexpensive but it never fails to impress and the build quality is superb in its range.
Bookshelf Speakers
Can the $2,150 Focus Audio Model 68 dethrone the mighty Tannoy Arden? There is much to admire here with these Canadian-made speakers.
Reviews
The Samsung HW-Q800A Wireless Soundbar includes support for Dolby Atmos, multiple music streaming platforms, and Alexa voice control.
Preamplifiers
Audiophiles have raised their noses at equalizers for many decades. The Schiit Audio Loki Mini+ will change your mind in regard to tone control.
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