Category: Home Audio
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Hifiman Drops A $399 Closed-Back Version Of Their Super Popular Sundara Headphone
Today, Hifiman announced a new closed-back version of their well-loved Sundara headphone. Dubbed the Sundara Closed-Back Planar Headphone, this new model is designed with beautiful, hand-finished beechwood ear cups which isolate listeners from background noise and emphasize the natural bass response of your music. In addition, the Closed-Back Sundara will have new planar drivers which…
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AURALiC Announces New ALTAIR G1.1 and ARIES G1.1 Music Streamers With Two Major Updates
If you’ve been to an audio show lately, then you’ve probably seen AURALiC music streamers playing in a good percentage of the listening rooms. Well, there’s a good reason for that. They sound really good. Today, AURALiC is launching their new ALTAIR G1.1 Digital Transport (no DAC) and ARIES G1.1 Digital Streamer (has internal DAC),…
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Focal Chora 806 Bookshelf Speaker In The House: First Impressions And Unboxing Pics!
I’ve been waiting a long time for this one. Yes, I’m late to the party, but I’ve been trying to get ahold of these speakers since they were released at the end of 2019. Now they’re finally here. The Chora 806’s (Reg. $998, currently on sale for $798) are part of Focal’s most affordable speaker…
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#NewMusicFriday July 22nd, 2022: 10 Albums You Need To Hear This Weekend! (Feat. ODESZA)
Check Out This Week’s Best Sounding New Music Releases! Every #NewMusicFriday, we pick a bunch of the best-sounding new albums so you can get your audiophile music fix!… As usual, it’s a very eclectic mix (Albums are arranged with more traditional audiophile genres like Jazz and Blues at the top and the non-traditional audiophile stuff towards…
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The Best Bookshelf Speakers Under $500! (2022)
The Best Bookshelf Speakers Under 500 Dollars are here! These speakers are perfect for anyone who wants to add some great sound to their hi-fi system without spending a ton of cash.
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Starke Sound Intros Their Fiera Amplifiers, Affordable Powerhouses With Prices Starting At $1499
If you’re looking for an affordable power amp with plenty of juice on tap, you should check out the new Fiera Amplifiers from Starke Sound. These amps use Starke’s proprietary 1-kilowatt SAPS switch-mode power supplies and NS600 Class-D amplifier modules to deliver a clean 130 watts RMS per channel into 8 ohms and double that…
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We’ve Built A Intoxicating Budget Audiophile Setup Using One Of The Best New Bookshelf Speakers!
Analog, Best Buys, Bluetooth, Budget, DACs, Deals, Hi-Fi, Hi-Res Music, Home Audio, Integrated Amps, Music, News, Power Amps, Preamps, Reviews, Speakers, Streaming, Videos, WirelessI just finished reviewing the new Klipsch Reference Premiere RP-600M II speaker, and I was very impressed by its transparency and dynamics. The soundstage and imaging are also top-notch. You get a lot for a very affordable $749, which inspired me to build a musical budget audiophile around this awesome bookshelf. The only knock against…
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#NewMusicFriday July 15th, 2022: 10 Albums You Need To Hear This Weekend! (Feat. …And You Will Know Us By The Trail Of Dead)
Check Out This Week’s Best Sounding New Music Releases! Every #NewMusicFriday, we pick a bunch of the best-sounding new albums so you can get your audiophile music fix!… As usual, it’s a very eclectic mix (Albums are arranged with more traditional audiophile genres like Jazz and Blues at the top and the non-traditional audiophile stuff towards…
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SIVGA SV023 Review: These Sensational Open-Back Headphones Will Blow You Away!
Intro If you want an affordable closed-back headphone with wood earcups, the $309 Meze 99 Classics have owned the market for some time now. That said, open-back headphones usually sound better than closed-back headphones at the same price point, so where do you turn if you want the beauty of wood in an open-back design?…
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Amazon Prime Day (2022): The Best Deals Still Available! Home Audio, Speakers, Headphones, Electronics
Best Buys, Bluetooth, Budget, Deals, Headphones, Hi-Fi, Home Audio, Integrated Amps, Music, Portable Audio, Speakers, WirelessAmazon Prime Day 2022 is in the rearview mirror, but there’s no need to think you missed out on all the fun. There’s still a lot of stuff on sale at Prime Day prices, or very close to it. Check out our list of the best Amazon Prime Day deals still available, and if you…
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LIVE: The Best Amazon Prime Day Deals For Audiophiles (2022)-Home Audio, Speakers, Headphones, Electronics
Best Buys, Bluetooth, Budget, DACs, Deals, Headphone Amps, Headphones, Hi-Fi, Hi-Res Music, Home Audio, Integrated Amps, Music, News, Noise Cancelling, Portable Audio, Power Amps, Reviews, Software, Speakers, Streaming, WirelessLIVE UPDATES: Deals are posted on a continuous basis, and newer deals are at the bottom of the list. Some of these prices only last for a few hours, so move quick! It’s Almost Here! Amazon Prime Day 2022 starts tomorrow, and we are here to highlight all the best Home Audio and Headphone discounts…
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Klipsch Reference Premiere RP-600M II Review: This Mighty Bookshelf Speaker Is Breathtaking!
TL;DR The Klipsch Reference Premiere RP-600M II provides a lively, engaging, and authoritative sound like no other speaker you can buy for $750. That said, you must take care when matching electronics. Intro When the original Klipsch Reference Premiere RP-600M came out, most reviewers agreed it wasn’t the most transparent or articulate speaker. However, many of…
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Now With Wireless! Vincent Audio Intros Their Latest Hybrid Tube Integrated Amplifier, The SV-237MK II
While I love the sound of Tube Amps, they can be a pain to deal with, especially if you don’t spend the big bucks for features like auto-bias or tube replacement indicators. That’s where hybrid solid-state/tube amps come in. They give you the best of both worlds, providing the dependability and power of solid-state along…
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Best Budget Speaker For Record Players (2022)
Analog, Best Buys, Bluetooth, Budget, Hi-Fi, Home Audio, Integrated Amps, Music, Power Amps, Preamps, Speakers, The BestAre you looking for the best budget speakers for vinyl record players? You’ve come to the right place! We have compiled a list of the top 3 affordable speakers for vinyl record players.
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#NewMusicFriday July 1st, 2022: 10 Albums You Need To Hear This Weekend! (Feat. Naima Bock)
Check Out This Week’s Best Sounding New Music Releases! Every #NewMusicFriday, we pick a bunch of the best-sounding new albums so you can get your audiophile music fix!… As usual, it’s a very eclectic mix (Albums are arranged with more traditional audiophile genres like Jazz and Blues at the top and the non-traditional audiophile stuff towards…
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ROON Reveals A Noteworthy List Of New Roon Ready/Roon Tested Devices
This one is for the hardcore Roon folks looking for new devices to add to their system. Today Roon Labs announced fifteen new Roon Ready or Roon tested partner devices that are certified to work with their popular (and powerful) music management software. If you’re unfamiliar with Roon Ready/Roon Tested Status or need a refresher,…
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Audiolab Omnia Integrated Amp In The House: First Impressions And Unboxing Pics!
Analog, Best Buys, Bluetooth, Budget, DACs, First Impressions, Hi-Fi, Hi-Res Music, Home Audio, Integrated Amps, MQA, News, Reviews, Speakers, Videos, WirelessIt seems like every high-end hi-fi company has an all-in-one amplifier at this point. That said, there aren’t too many with a built-in CD player. As a matter of fact, I can only think of one. That would be the $2299 Audiolab Omnia, a do-it-all integrated that builds off their 6000A Play streaming amplifier. In…
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The Top 16 Jazz Albums Of 2022 (So Far)
We’ve compiled a list of the top (our favorite) jazz albums of 2022. This list reflects the wide variety of influences currently taking the genre to new heights and making us excited about what’s to come in the future. That said, we also wanted to commemorate some of the best stuff we’ve heard so far…
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CanJam Chicago 2022 Highlights: A Quick Tour Of The Best Headphones, DACs, and Headphone Amps
DACs, Headphone Amps, Headphones, Hi-Fi, Hi-Res Music, Home Audio, MQA, Music, News, Portable Audio, Shows, Streaming, WirelessWhile it wasn’t the biggest show, CanJam Chicago 2022 definitely showcased the value of quality over quantity. If you were looking to sample some of the best hi-fi headphone gear available today, then it was worth stopping by. This was the first time in about 10 years that Head-Fi, the enthusiast website behind the show,…
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Best Audiophile Headphones Under $500 (2022)
Best Buys, Bluetooth, Budget, Headphone Amps, Headphones, Hi-Fi, Hi-Res Music, Home Audio, Reviews, The Best, WirelessAre you looking for the best headphone under $500? We’ve put together a list of our favorite options. Check them out now! Want to learn more about Audiophile Headphones? Check out our Audiophile Headphones Buyers Guide! Here’s our shortlist of the Best Audiophile Headphones Under $500 (2022): The Best Super Cheap Headphones: Koss KPH30iCL ($29.99)…
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