Tag: budget audiophile
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It’s All About That Bass! Andover Audio’s New $299 SpinSub Subwoofer Rounds Out Their Award-Winning Compact Hi-fi System!
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Andover Audio has unveiled a new $299 subwoofer called SpinSub. It’s equipped with Dual 6.5-inch Woofers in a compact vented enclosure, and the drivers are mated to a 100W (Peak) Class D Amplifier. This sub is designed to connect to their award-winning SpinBase turntable speaker and provide some additional low-end extension. It’s available for pre-order…
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ZEN Blue V2: iFi Gives A Boost To Their Spectacular Bluetooth Receiver!
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in Best Buys, Bluetooth, Budget, DACs, Deals, Hi-Fi, Hi-Res Music, Home Audio, Music, News, Streaming, Uncategorized, Videos, WirelessFollowing the release of ZEN DAC V2, iFi Audio has unveiled yet another upgrade to their affordable ZEN hi-fi line with the ZEN Blue V2. The V2 release of the ZEN Blue Bluetooth receiver now has an upgraded antenna for up to 70-80% better Bluetooth range and an upgraded low-jitter crystal clock that provides lower…
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Grado Upgrades Their Legendary Prestige Headphones To Fourth Generation “X” Series
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When you think of Grado Headphones, you’re most likely thinking about their cornerstone Prestige line that begins with the venerated SR60 model and ends with their highly-rated SR325 metal headphone. It’s a series that’s been updated a few times since it first came about in the 1950s, and now Grado has released their Fourth Generation,…
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SIVGA Phoenix Headphone Review: One Of The Best Budget (Under $500) Audiophile Headphones!
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Summary The $255 SIVGA Phoenix is an affordable open-back, over-ear dynamic driver headphone with a beautiful design and crisp, rich sound. The polished zebra wood cups, protein leather, chrome accents, and black lacquer metal frame combine for a luxurious-looking package. They’re lightweight and comfortable so that you can wear them for long listening sessions, but…
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OneOdio Pro-50 Studio Review: Affordable Headphones With Massive Bass And Hi-Res Audio!
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There’s something fun about discovering a good-sounding pair of cheap headphones. It’s really satisfying to pick up a pair of $30 headphones and get much of the musical satisfaction you get from a $300 pair of cans. That’s probably why the Koss KPH30iK are so popular. For $29.99, you get a nice engaging headphone with…
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Cambridge Audio Gives Their Music Streamers A Boost With Tidal Connect
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in DACs, Downloads, Hi-Fi, Hi-Res Music, Home Audio, Integrated Amps, MQA, Music, News, Software, Streaming, Videos, WirelessToday, UK-based hi-fi company, Cambridge Audio, announced the addition of TIDAL Connect technology to their music streaming devices (see our review of the CXN V2 Streamer). TIDAL Connect allows direct control of TIDAL music service playback using the TIDAL iOS and Android app. This allows direct access to TIDAL’s many music discovery features as well…
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#NewMusicFriday March 19th: New Record Releases You Need To Hear
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). Enjoy! (TIDAL streams below) Check this music out…
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SVS 3000 Micro Is Here. The Smallest SVS Subwoofer Is Ready To Pack A Big Punch!
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SVS’s latest subwoofer speaker is here to make big bass from a small cabinet! SVS is known for making huge subwoofers. And people love them. However, this time they’re doing something a little different. That would be the SVS 3000 Micro subwoofer, an extraordinarily compact subwoofer that utilizes dual opposing 8-inch drivers in a tiny…
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The Best Speaker, Headphone And Electronics Sales We’ve Found This Week: Fiio, Elac, Klipsch, Audiolab, Dali, Technics
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Check Out Our List for the Best Buys in Audio & Hi-Fi! Looking for the best values in Audio and Hi-Fi? Then look no further. We’ve rounded up the best audio and hi-fi from around the internet! There are great buys on excellent speakers, amps, and turntables, along with some amazing specials on headphones! Don’t…
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Cyrus One Cast Review: A Remarkably Capable Integrated Amp With Chromecast And Apple Airplay Built-In!
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Cyrus Audio + Google Home App & Apple Airplay = Spellbinding Sound! It’s been about two years since Google discontinued their Chromecast Audio music streaming device, and I still don’t understand why. It was a handy little device that allowed you to stream or “Cast” music from your Android smartphone or tablet with just a…
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Watch: Triangle’s 40th Anniversary Speaker Range Is Awe-Inspiring! Here’s When You Can Buy Them
French Speaker Brand Triangle Pulls Out All the Stops for Their 40th Anniversary! French speaker manufacturer Triangle Hi-Fi is celebrating its 40th Anniversary in an extraordinary way. That would be with a dazzling limited edition series of speakers called the “40th Anniversary” range. For this new line, Triangle is releasing complete redesigns of two of…
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Best Buys: The Best Music Streaming Devices Under $1000! (2021)
While CDs and Vinyl still hold a special place in many an audiophile’s heart, wireless music streaming devices have become commonplace on the racks of hi-fi enthusiasts. That’s because they offer flexibility and a range of music discovery not possible in the olden days. With a good streamer, combined with a music service like Tidal…
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#NewMusicFriday March 12th: New Record Releases You Need To Hear feat. Nubiyan Twist
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). (TIDAL streams below) This week’s Album of the…
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The Best Speaker, Headphone And Electronics Sales We’ve Found This Week…Kef, Dali, Audiolab, Sennheiser
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Check Out Our List for the Best Buys in Audio & Hi-Fi! Looking for the best values in Audio and Hi-Fi? Then look no further. We’ve rounded up the best audio and hi-fi from around the internet! There are great buys on excellent speakers, amps, and turntables, along with some amazing specials on headphones! Don’t…
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iFi iDSD Diablo Review: The Best Portable Dac/Amp Combo?
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in DACs, Headphone Amps, Headphones, Hi-Fi, Hi-Res Music, Home Audio, MQA, Music, Portable Audio, Power Amps, Preamps, Reviews, VideosIFi’s Latest Portable Dac/Amp Combo Has Unrivaled Power And Refinement At Its Price! It’s no secret that I have a bit of a soft spot for iFi products. Their combination of innovative design, thoughtful features, and build quality is unmatched at their price points. They always seem to give you more for your money. The…
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Which Is The Best Bookshelf Speaker? Wharfedale Diamond 12.2 vs. Q Acoustics 3030i Comparison Review!
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Two British Brands. Two Budget Bookshelf Speakers. Two will enter, one will leave! Sorry, got carried away there! But anyway, today I’m doing a comparison review of two popular Bookshelf Speakers under $500, the Wharfedale Diamond 12.2 ($499) and Q Acoustics 3030i ($399). Both have garnered rave reviews, so I wondered how they would stack…
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The Best Audio And Hi-Fi Sales We’ve Found This Week…Triangle Hi-Fi, Sony, Cambridge Audio, Wharfedale
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Check Out Our List for the Best Buys in Audio & Hi-Fi! Looking for the best values in Audio and Hi-Fi? Then look no further. We’ve rounded up the best audio and hi-fi from around the internet! There are great buys on excellent speakers, amps, and turntables, along with some amazing specials on headphones! Don’t…
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#NewMusicFriday…New Record Releases You Need To Hear feat. Femi & Made Kuti + 12 Other Artists!
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in Downloads, First Impressions, Hi-Fi, Hi-Res Music, Home Audio, MQA, Music, News, Reviews, Streaming, VideosEvery #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). (TIDAL streams below) My Album pick of the…
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Wharfedale Diamond 12.2 Bookshelf Speaker Review: Is This The Best Bookshelf Speaker Under $500?
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in Best Buys, Budget, Hi-Fi, Hi-Res Music, Home Audio, Music, Power Amps, Preamps, Reviews, Speakers, VideosWharfedale is back with yet another impressive Diamond bookshelf speaker! Wharfedale’s Diamond speaker has been a cornerstone of their product line for almost forty years, basically ushering in the popularity of inexpensive 2-way bookshelf speakers. Because of this line, it became en vogue for hi-fi enthusiasts to start their journey with affordable yet capable mini-monitors…
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Now That’s A Good Question…What’s A Good DAC/Amp For The Hifiman Sundara?
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in Budget, DACs, Deals, Headphone Amps, Headphones, Hi-Fi, Hi-Res Music, Home Audio, MQA, Music, Portable Audio, Power Amps, Reviews, Streaming, Videos, WirelessChoosing a DAC Amp for the Best Value Headphone under $500! A Reader Writes: I’m wondering if you can give me your recommendation for pairing up a DAC for the Hifiman Sundara headphones. I have not purchased either item but I’d like to do so as soon as today. I’ve been unable to confirm what…