Category: Reviews
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Grado GT220 True Wireless Review: These Thrilling Bluetooth Earbuds Have Brilliant Sound!
Bluetooth, Headphone Amps, Headphones, Hi-Fi, Hi-Res Music, Music, News, Portable Audio, Reviews, Streaming, Videos, WirelessNot many extras…but the music will captivate you! The release of True Wireless Earbuds continues to be fast and furious as we come to the end of 2020. The latest to jump in the fray is Grado Labs, a company mainly known for old school headphones but one making inroads into wireless cans as of…
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This Week’s Audio Best Buys: Early Black Friday Deals Featuring Kef Q150!
Best Buys, Bluetooth, Budget, DACs, Deals, Headphone Amps, Headphones, Hi-Fi, Hi-Res Music, Home Audio, Integrated Amps, MQA, Music, News, Noise Cancelling, Portable Audio, Power Amps, Preamps, Reviews, Speakers, Streaming, Uncategorized, Videos, WirelessHifitrends.com has always been about pointing out the best values in Hi-Fi, so it’s only right that we point out the best deals every week. There’s a lot of stuff on sale out there, but we only point out the things worth buying. To determine that, we put a premium on sound quality, followed by…
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#NewMusicFriday…New Record Releases You Need To Hear feat. Yellowjackets +11 Other Artists!
Every #NewMusicFriday, I 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 the bottom). There’s a lot of good stuff…
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This Week’s Audio Best Buys: Best Wireless Earbuds, Best Speakers, Best Music Player
Best Buys, Bluetooth, Budget, DACs, Deals, First Impressions, Headphone Amps, Headphones, Hi-Fi, Hi-Res Music, Home Audio, Integrated Amps, Music, Noise Cancelling, Portable Audio, Power Amps, Preamps, Reviews, Shows, Speakers, Streaming, Uncategorized, Videos, WirelessHifitrends.com has always been about pointing out the best values in Hi-Fi, so it’s only right that we point out the best deals every week. There’s a lot of stuff on sale out there, but we only point out the things worth buying. To determine that, we put a premium on sound quality, followed by…
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First Look: The Sensational PS Audio Stellar Strata Integrated Amplifier/Music Player!
DACs, First Impressions, Headphone Amps, Headphones, Hi-Fi, Hi-Res Music, Home Audio, Integrated Amps, Music, News, Power Amps, Preamps, Reviews, Speakers, Streaming, Uncategorized, Videos, WirelessOur PS Audio Stellar Strata Review is up! Check it out here: https://hifitrends.com/2021/05/02/ps-audio-stellar-strata-integrated-amplifier-review-an-astounding-powerhouse/ PS Audio is known for its innovative, and in the case of their Stellar DAC and Power Amps, reasonably priced hi-fi separates. Led by their CEO and Founder Paul McGowan (check out his video below), they’ve spent many years championing the advantages…
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Triangle Borea BR08 Floorstanding Speaker Review: These Luxurious Towers Will Captivate You!
Best Buys, Budget, Deals, Hi-Fi, Hi-Res Music, Home Audio, Music, Power Amps, Preamps, Reviews, Speakers, VideosTriangle Up-sizes The Sophistication. Last year, France’s Triangle scored a big hit with the reasonably priced BOREA BR03 standmount speaker, which supplies a huge amount of refinement and style for only $549. I went as far as making them our speaker of the year for 2019, and they piled up the accolades from many other…
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This Week’s Audio Best Buys: Best Wireless Headphones, Best Bookshelf Speakers, Best Music Players
Best Buys, Bluetooth, Budget, Deals, First Impressions, Headphone Amps, Headphones, Hi-Fi, Hi-Res Music, Home Audio, Integrated Amps, MQA, News, Portable Audio, Power Amps, Preamps, Reviews, Speakers, Streaming, Videos, WirelessHifitrends.com has always been about pointing out the best values in Hi-Fi, so it’s only right that we point out the best deals every week. There’s a lot of stuff on sale out there, but we only point out the things worth buying. To determine that, we put a premium on sound quality, followed by…
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Best Buys: Our Picks For The Best Wireless Earbuds Under $100!
Best Buys, Bluetooth, Budget, Deals, Headphone Amps, Headphones, Hi-Fi, Music, News, Noise Cancelling, Portable Audio, Reviews, Streaming, WirelessThese are the best wireless earbuds in terms of sound and features for less than $100 I’ve listened to many True Wireless Earbuds over the last year or so, and they seem to get better and better. They also seem to get cheaper and cheaper, which is a great thing for your wallet, especially with…
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Cambridge Audio CXN V2 (Series 2) Network Music Streamer Review: This Mesmerizing Music Player Is A No-Brainer!
Best Buys, Bluetooth, DACs, Hi-Fi, Hi-Res Music, Home Audio, Integrated Amps, Music, Preamps, Reviews, Software, Streaming, Videos, WirelessThere are Music Streamers, and then there are Music Streamers. Streamers range from a simple dongle (think the dearly departed Google Chromecast Audio) which streams music from a phone or tablet, all the way to megabuck devices with built-in hard drives. The $1099 CXN (V2) Network Music Streamer from Cambridge Audio falls somewhere in between,…
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#NewMusicFriday…New Record Releases You Need To Hear feat. Melody Gardot +17 Other Artists!
Every #NewMusicFriday, I 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 the bottom). There’s a lot of good stuff…
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This Week’s Audio Best Buys: Best Headphones, Best Speakers, Best Electronics
Best Buys, Bluetooth, Budget, DACs, Deals, Downloads, Headphone Amps, Headphones, Hi-Fi, Hi-Res Music, Home Audio, Integrated Amps, MQA, Music, News, Noise Cancelling, Portable Audio, Power Amps, Preamps, Reviews, Speakers, Streaming, Videos, WirelessHifitrends.com has always been about pointing out the best values in Hi-Fi, so it’s only right that we point out the best deals every week. There’s a lot of stuff on sale out there, but we only point out the things worth buying. To determine that, we put a premium on sound quality, followed by…
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1MORE True Wireless ANC In-Ear Headphones Review: An Astonishing Airpods Pro Alternative!
These Affordable True Wireless Earbuds Have A Lot to Offer! The True Wireless Earbud game is super crowded, with tons of new models coming out of the woodwork daily. It takes a lot to break through, and every company is looking for ways to differentiate their earphones from the others. The earbuds we’re looking at…
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#NewMusicFriday…New Record Releases You Need To Hear feat. Jazz Guitarist Lionel Loueke +11 Other Artists!
Every #NewMusicFriday, I 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 the bottom). There’s a lot of good stuff…
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Wintory Air 1 Alloy True Wireless Earphones Review: Astonishing Sound For The Money!
Bluetooth, Budget, Headphone Amps, Headphones, Music, News, Portable Audio, Reviews, Uncategorized, Videos, WirelessThe surprisingly refined sound makes them worth a look. At a list price of $59, the Wintory Air 1 Alloy True Wireless Earbuds are a decent set of earbuds priced right in the middle of the budget tier. You can usually expect to get enjoyable sound and some essential features at that price, and that’s…
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Kanto TUK Review: Are These The Best Powered Speakers For Your Computer Desk?
Bluetooth, Budget, DACs, Headphone Amps, Headphones, Hi-Fi, Hi-Res Music, Home Audio, MQA, Music, Reviews, Speakers, Streaming, Videos, WirelessSearching for the best powered speakers to put on your computer desk? Check out our Kanto TUK Review! We cover sound, design, and performance! (Editor’s Note: The list price of the Kanto TUK has increased to $899 since we originally reviewed it.) At one point, I considered Kanto to be the company that made cool…
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HELM Audio DB12 AAAMP Mobile Headphone Amp Review: An Amazing Mini-Powerhouse!
A while back, something a little different arrived on my doorstep. It’s called the HELM Audio DB12 AAAMP Mobile Headphone Amplifier ($199), and it’s an in-line analog amp built around THX’s acclaimed AAA (Achromatic Audio Amplifier) technology. The “Achromatic” in Achromatic Audio Amplifier means “without color.” That speaks to the amp circuit’s promised lack of distortion…
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IsoAcoustics Aperta Speaker Stands and Orea Graphite Audio Isolator Review: Two Brilliant Upgrades For Your Home Stereo System!
If you’ve never used isolation products before, then you’re missing out on one of the easiest ways to tweak your hi-fi rig. I know many consider any hi-fi accessories outside of lamp cord as “snake oil.” But if you take the time to carefully piece together a system (especially as part of a hobby), you…
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Audeze LCD-1 Review: These Extraordinary Planar Magnetic Headphones Are Spellbinding!
Best Buys, Budget, Headphone Amps, Headphones, Hi-Fi, Home Audio, Music, Portable Audio, Reviews, VideosWhen Planar Magnetic headphones first hit the scene, there were three significant barriers to entry. First was the size. Most were big and bulky, and some couldn’t handle the weight wearing them for long periods. The second was their efficiency. You couldn’t just plug them into a portable audio player and expect to get optimum…
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Vinyl Moon Subscription Review: Discover Awesome New Music With This Unique Service!
Best Buys, Deals, First Impressions, Hi-Fi, Hi-Res Music, Home Audio, MQA, Music, News, Reviews, Speakers, VideosThis month is the fifth anniversary of Vinyl Moon, an extraordinary indie vinyl subscription club I just discovered. Every month they ship out exclusive vinyl packages with dazzling artwork from exquisite graphic artists, custom-colored vinyl discs, and a special gift. Each recording has tracks from around ten up and coming artists from all around the…
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EarFun Air True Wireless Earbuds Review: These Budget Earphones Are Mesmerizing!
The EarFun Air is yet another contender for Best True Wireless Earbuds in the sub $100 price category. I really can’t believe how cheap decent true wireless earphones have gotten over the last year or so. I remember when JLab came out with a pair around $100 a couple of years ago, and while they…
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