Category: Reviews
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10 Best Wired Headphones For Audiophiles On A Budget (2022)
With so many wired headphones out there, it can be hard to know where to start. So we’ve narrowed it down to the top ten on the market! Back in the day, people laughed at the idea of Budget Audiophile Headphones. Up until the last few years, wired headphones retailing for less than $1000 were…
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SIVGA Oriole Review: Audiophile Headphone Features, Specifications, Price
SIVGA Oriole Review: Sivga is known for making beautiful wood headphones (like the SV023 we just reviewed). The new Sivga Oriole Headphones ($199) I’m reviewing today have meticulously crafted earcups made from lacquered Rosewood. Those earcups enclose a 50mm dynamic driver, designed in-house, and a detachable cable that connects to your device via a 3.5mm jack. On…
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5 Best Stereo Amplifiers Under $2000! (Fall 2022)
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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KZ VXS Review: True Wireless Earbuds-Design, Features, Pros & Cons
The $58 KZ VXS is the first True Wireless Earphone I’ve had the chance to review from KZ, and I have to say it’s a pretty strong entry into what has become a very crowded market. This is not a competitor to the noise-canceling earphones (think Bose and Sony) you hear so much about, as…
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The List: The Coolest Affordable Audio Out This Week! Feat. NAD, Cabasse, 1MORE, & Meze
Best Buys, Bluetooth, Budget, DACs, First Impressions, Headphone Amps, Headphones, Hi-Fi, Hi-Res Music, Home Audio, Integrated Amps, MQA, News, Noise Cancelling, Portable Audio, Power Amps, Reviews, Speakers, Streaming, VideosWe’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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NAD C 700 Review: This Streaming Amplifier Is Brilliant!
Bluetooth, DACs, Hi-Fi, Hi-Res Music, Home Audio, Integrated Amps, MQA, Power Amps, Preamps, Reviews, Streaming, WirelessTL;DR NAD C 700 BluOS Streaming Amplifier Review: The C 700 may be the best value amp between $1000 and $2000. The tuning is just about perfect, and it plays with remarkable scale and finesse. In addition, the simplicity and elegance of its design are hard to beat. Its 5″ screen is beautiful, and it’s…
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Fiio M11 Plus (ESS) Review: Is This The Best Hi-Res Digital Audio Player Under 1K?
Best Buys, Headphone Amps, Headphones, Hi-Fi, Hi-Res Music, MQA, Music, Portable Audio, Reviews, Streaming, The Best, WirelessTL;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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5 Brands Every Audiophile On A Budget Should Know
Analog, Best Buys, Bluetooth, Budget, DACs, Deals, Headphone Amps, Headphones, Hi-Fi, Hi-Res Music, Home Audio, Integrated Amps, Power Amps, Reviews, Streaming, The Best, Videos, WirelessThe 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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NAD C700 Streaming Integrated Amplifier In The House: First Impression Review
Best Buys, Bluetooth, DACs, First Impressions, Hi-Fi, Hi-Res Music, Home Audio, Integrated Amps, MQA, Power Amps, Preamps, Reviews, Software, Streaming, The Best, Videos, WirelessI 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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The Best Labor Day Deals For Audiophiles: Speakers, Headphones, And Electronics! (2022)
Best Buys, Bluetooth, Budget, Deals, Headphone Amps, Headphones, Hi-Fi, Hi-Res Music, Home Audio, Integrated Amps, Noise Cancelling, Portable Audio, Reviews, Speakers, The Best, WirelessIf 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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LETSHUOER S12 Review: You Need To Hear This Affordable And Engaging Planar Magnetic IEM!
Best Buys, Budget, Headphones, Hi-Fi, Hi-Res Music, Portable Audio, Reviews, The Best, UncategorizedEd 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.
Best Buys, Bluetooth, Budget, DACs, First Impressions, 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, The Best, Videos, WirelessIf 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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MOONDROP Aria Snow Edition Review: These $79 IEM Earphones Are Enchanting!
TL;DR The Aria Snow Edition has great build quality, a comfortable fit, and smooth open sonics for a great price. However those who like a lot of Bass may find them a little thin. Intro When Moondrop released the original Aria IEM, it was seen as a benchmark in the budget earphone space, as it…
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5 Best Audiophile DACs For Your iPhone!
We have compiled a list of the best audiophile DACs for iPhone users. These are the Top 5 models that will give you the best sound quality.
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Gravastar Sirius Wireless Gaming Earbuds Review: Thumbs Up For Movies And Games, Thumbs Down For Music
TL;DR These earbuds are comfortable and sound good when playing games or watching movies, but they’re underwhelming when listening to music. Intro I’ve reviewed a lot of True Wireless Earbuds, but Gaming Earbuds are something new to me. They are a relatively new subset of TWS earphones, usually with DSP-enhanced low-latency modes. The low-latency option…
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iFi Audio ZEN Air DAC Review: This $99 Desktop DAC/Headphone Amp Is A Real Bargain!!
Budget, DACs, Deals, Headphone Amps, Headphones, Hi-Fi, Hi-Res Music, Home Audio, MQA, Reviews, UncategorizedTL;DR If you need a DAC/Amp with good sound and great power for less than $100, it’s hard to beat iFi Audio’s ZEN Air DAC. Intro Back in March, iFi Audio introduced the ZEN Air Series, a new line of $99 products built on the foundation of their beloved ZEN Series, a product family that…
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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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7Hz x Crinacle Salnotes Dioko Review: The Cheapest Planar Magnetic IEM Is Eye-Opening!
The 7Hz x Crinacle Salnotes Dioko is a large-format Planar IEM with a new dual-cavity 14.6mm driver and double magnet array. All of this is packed into a lightweight yet solid aluminum shell.
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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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SoundPEATS Free2 Classic Review: The Best True Wireless Earbuds Under $30! (W/Coupon)
TL;DR Great looks, comfortable fit, and excellent sound make these earphones an impulse buy for those looking for affordable true wireless earbuds without ANC. Intro With many smartphones getting rid of headphone jacks, folks are forced to carry around a dongle for wired earphones or pick up a pair of wireless earbuds for phone calls…
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