Category: Best Buys
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5 Best Stereo Amplifiers Under $2000! (Fall 2022)
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in Best Buys, Bluetooth, Budget, DACs, Hi-Fi, Hi-Res Music, Home Audio, Integrated Amps, MQA, Music, Reviews, Streaming, The Best, WirelessThe right amplifier will give you the most accurate sound possible so you can enjoy all your music in its fullest form. We’ve compiled a list of the top 5 amps for under $2000. We have more than 20 years of experience evaluating hi-fi components and listening to tons of gear, so you don’t have…
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The List: The Coolest Affordable Audio Out This Week! Feat. NAD, Cabasse, 1MORE, & Meze
We’ve rounded up some of the coolest audio products on the market right now. Check out our list of new and affordable audio options! More: High-End Affordable Audio: Cabasse RIALTO Wireless Hi-Fi System (2990 € /approx. $2950) The RIALTO is a beautiful new active speaker system designed by the French company Cabasse, and inspired by…
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SoundPEATS Air 3 Deluxe Review: A Quality AirPods Alternative For $50!
TL;DR SoundPEATS Air 3 Deluxe Review: If you want an affordable AirPods Alternative or don’t want earbuds you have to shove in your ears, then the Air 3 Deluxe should be on your shortlist. They are easy to use, comfortable to wear and have a rich, open sound that will keep your head nodding in…
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The List: The Hottest New Gear For Your Hi-Fi System!
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The best way to enjoy music is with high-quality sound. Whether you’re listening at home or on the road, there are many options for upgrading your hi-fi system! Here’s a list of the coolest new speakers, headphones, amps, and other components designed to improve your experience. Audioengine DAC3 Headphone Amplifier/DAC ($149) The Audioengine DAC3 is…
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AirPods Pro 2nd Generation Review: 5 Reasons They’re Worth The Upgrade (Even If You Have The Original)
AirPods Pro 2nd Generation Review: Are they worth buying (even if you have the originals)? Here are five reasons why the answer is yes! Last month, Apple launched the second generation of the AirPods Pro. They promised better battery life, improved noise cancellation, a better transparency mode over the original, and wireless MagSafe charging. They…
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Fiio M11 Plus (ESS) Review: Is This The Best Hi-Res Digital Audio Player Under 1K?
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TL;DR The Fiio M11 Plus (ESS) is a great-looking and excellent-sounding player, only let down by some (minor) usability issues like slow music loading and the complexity of the settings menus. However, it also has many remarkable features for the price, making it an excellent value at the end of the day. Intro Once a…
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October Prime Early Access Sale For Audiophiles: 10 Best Audio Deals From The Second Day!
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The October Prime Early Access Sale Ends Today! The October Prime Early Access Sale is now live on Amazon.com! Deals end tonight (10/12) at midnight PT, and offers discounts on thousands of items across categories like electronics, home & kitchen, toys, apparel, beauty, health & wellness, and more. Since we’re an audio site, we’ve been…
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Prime Early Access Sale For Audiophiles: Amazon Prime Day 2022-The Best Speakers, Headphones, Electronics! (Updated)
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Updated 10/12 (9:33AM CST) Have you heard? The Prime Early Access Sale on Amazon is on, and it’s an opportunity for Amazon Prime members to save money on great holiday gifts before the Black Friday rush. If you’re like most music lovers and audiophiles, you’ll be looking for sales on audio gear like Speakers, Headphones,…
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5 Brands Every Audiophile On A Budget Should Know
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The best way to enjoy music is through high-quality audio equipment that will let you hear every detail in your favorite songs. These five brands offer great products at affordable prices! 1. For DACs and Headphone Amps: iFi Audio Since 2012, iFi Audio has manufactured some of the best affordable headphone amps and DACs. Their…
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Best HIFIMAN Headphones For Audiophiles On A Budget! (2022)
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HIFIMAN Electronics and their brilliant founder Dr. Fang have been making stellar Planar headphones since the early 2000s. Since then, they have continued to innovate and improve their products over time and offer great value for audiophiles looking for a bargain. Headphones like the HIFIMAN SUNDARA, with Its combination of sensitivity and technicality, changed the…
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EarFun UBOOM L Review: This Awesome Portable Bluetooth Speaker Is A Steal At $79 (Or Less)!
Ed. Note: The EarFun UBOOM L currently has a 15% off coupon on their Amazon product page, bringing the price down to $68…that’s an amazing deal You could be forgiven if you’ve never heard of EarFun, as they don’t do a whole lot of advertising or retail product placement. That said, regarding their true wireless…
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NAD C700 Streaming Integrated Amplifier In The House: First Impression Review
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I marvel at the quality of today’s “just add speakers” streaming integrated amplifiers. The best have beautiful high-resolution screens that wow you with alluring album art and copious metadata displayed in large, crisply rendered fonts. Not only that, they sound better than ever before. In addition, their app-based control opens the door to just about…
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Check Out Andover Audio’s Latest All-In-One Turntable System, The Eye-Opening Andover-One “E”
Last year, we named Andover Audio’s Model One Turntable System Product of the Year under the Best Analog Audio/Turntable Components category, and we still think it’s the best product of its kind on the market. Well, today, we have some news regarding the Model One system. Andover is announcing a name change as part of…
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Focal Chora 806 Review: A Sub-$1000 Speaker With Remarkable Balance and Refinement!
Ed. Note: The Chora 806 is currently on sale for $598.80, which is 40% off the list price. This is a great deal! There’s a saying in French, “Joie de vivre,” that is used sometimes here in the States. It means “joy of living,” which signifies a full (and healthy) enjoyment of anything you do…
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The Hottest Budget Audiophile Gear Right Now: New Stuff From Elac, Meze Audio, Buchardt Audio, And More!
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Now that we’re moving into the fourth quarter of the year, and simultaneously sliding into the holiday season, the new product announcements are coming in hot and heavy! Today, we have a list detailing some of the hottest new budget audiophile gear we’ve seen this week, including a value priced set of powered bookshelf speakers…
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The Best Labor Day Deals For Audiophiles: Speakers, Headphones, And Electronics! (2022)
If you’re looking for the Best Home Audio deals this holiday weekend, then look no further! We’ve got a great round-up below! This weekend there are some great deals on integrated amps by Yamaha, speakers by Klipsch, and Headphones from Sony. Plus a lot more! Check out all the great stuff, and take advantage of the savings! Check…
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3 Budget Audiophile Headphone Setups That Will Blow Your Mind!
If you don’t have the cash, space, or inclination to build a full-on, 2-channel hi-fi system with speakers, then a good audiophile headphone setup can provide much of the same enjoyment. As I progressed in my audiophile journey, I initially found it easier to afford and set up a capable headphone system before investing in…
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LETSHUOER S12 Review: You Need To Hear This Affordable And Engaging Planar Magnetic IEM!
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Ed Note: As of the time of this writing, the LETSHUOER S12 is currently on sale for $118.30, which is $50 off the list price. If you’re looking for a good pair of Earphones for around $100, I would grab these before the price goes back up! TL;DR For $169, the LETSHUOER S12 provides an…
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The Best Budget Audiophile Gear Of 2022 (Fall Edition): Speakers, Headphones, Etc.
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If you’re putting together an audio system on a budget, it’s an excellent time to be alive. Affordable hi-fi gear has never sounded better, so getting more system for your money is easy if you know where to look! We here at Hifitrends.com eat, sleep, and breathe affordable hi-fi, so we have both studied and…
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Pangea Debuts Beautiful Hardwood Version Of Their Popular Vulcan Audio Rack
Today, Pangea Audio announced the arrival of the Vulcan Parawood Four-Shelf Rack, a new version of their highly sought-after Vulcan audio rack. The new design features shelves of sustainable tropical hardwood with a clear semi-gloss finish, providing elegance and sturdiness. The wood they use is called Parawood, which Pangea touts as sustainable since the trees…