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We’ve Built A Intoxicating Budget Audiophile Setup Using One Of The Best New Bookshelf Speakers!

On July 17, 2022July 17, 2022 By paul-cash

I 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

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The Best Budget Audiophile Gear Of 2022 (So Far): Speakers, Headphones, Etc.

On June 13, 2022June 17, 2022 By paul-cash

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 been better made or better sounding, so you get more system for your

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KEF Previews LSX II Wireless Speaker With HDMI, USB-C, And Chromecast Support

On June 9, 2022June 13, 2022 By hft-staff

Today, June 9, KEF announced the $1400 LSX II, an upgraded version of their award-winning LSX Wireless Speaker system. The company promises more than a simple upgrade to the original, as it uses a whole

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“Level Up” With This Simple, Yet Awe-Inspiring, Budget Audiophile System!

On June 7, 2022June 8, 2022 By paul-cash

You don’t need tons of money and “know-how” to build a top-notch hi-fi sound system! There’s a misconception that you need to be some kind of “guru” or expert to put together an affordable high-end

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Best Headphone Amps For Audiophiles On A Budget (2022)

On June 2, 2022June 24, 2022 By paul-cash

Building an Audiophile Headphone system can be a rewarding and economical way to enjoy high-fidelity music reproduction. For example, when I was younger and couldn’t afford a super-expensive 2-channel hi-fi system (I also didn’t have

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Best Floorstanding Speakers For Audiophiles On A Budget (2022)

On May 24, 2022May 24, 2022 By paul-cash

Floorstanding or Standmount Speakers? That’s an age-old question for many an audiophile (one which I covered here). In most cases, the size of your listening room will dictate which one to pick. Standard-size rooms will

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Ifi Audio’s New GO Bar Ultraportable DAC Features Detachable Cables, Balanced Output, And Full MQA Decoding

On May 19, 2022May 24, 2022 By hft-staff

This weekend, at the High End Audio Show in Munich, Ifi Audio is unveiling its latest DAC/Amp combo, the ultraportable Go Bar. This new compact DAC/Amp will provide much of the functionality of its larger

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NAD Reveals C 389 HybridDigital DAC Amplifier, A $1499 Integrated With 130W Per Channel, ESS DAC, And Optional BluOS Streaming

On May 18, 2022May 18, 2022 By paul-cash

As a preview to the Munich High End audio show this weekend, NAD Electronics has announced a new integrated amp, the C 389 HybridDigital DAC amplifier. The C389 features NAD’s well-received HybridDigital UcD amplifier design

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Premium Audio Company, LLC Confirms Commitment To Onkyo Brand Following Outside Bankruptcy Filing

On May 16, 2022May 16, 2022 By paul-cash

Today, Premium Audio Company, LLC (PAC) put out a statement clarifying its commitment to and future plans for the Onkyo (and Integra) Brands following reports of Onkyo Home Entertainment’s (OHE) Bankruptcy Filing in Japan. In

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PSB Speakers To Celebrate Their 50 Year Anniversary With A Live Virtual Event

On May 16, 2022May 17, 2022 By paul-cash

I’ve always been a big fan of PSB Speakers. Their speakers always provide tremendous insight and warmth, no matter the price point. My favorite PSB Speakers product of all time is the Imagine Mini, a

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Watch: Klipsch’s Next-Gen Reference Premiere Speakers Are Here!

On May 16, 2022May 16, 2022 By hft-staff

Unless you’ve been under a rock, you know the Klipsch RP-600M Reference Premiere Bookshelf Speakers (our review here) is one of the most successful affordable speakers ever made. That said, as audiophiles, we also know

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KEF Unveils LS60 Wireless, A Powerful 1400 Watt Per Channel All-In-One Tower Speaker System

On May 12, 2022May 12, 2022 By hft-staff

Today, in celebration of their 60th Anniversary, KEF launched their latest All-In-One active speaker system, the $7000 LS60 Wireless. This new system is comprised of two slimline floorstanding speakers with 1400 watts of amplification per

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#New Music Friday May 6th 2022: 10 Albums You Need To Hear This Weekend!

On May 6, 2022May 6, 2022 By hft-staff

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

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Bluesound Unveils The HUB, A $319 Networked Music “Preamp” With HDMI And Phono Input

On May 5, 2022May 10, 2022 By hft-staff

Today, Bluesound announced the release of their new HUB Network Accessory. This Wi-Fi audio transmitter lets you take the output from various digital and analog components (like CD Players) and stream them out to Bluesound

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Adore Your Vinyl And CD Collections With This Brilliant Budget Audiophile System!

On May 4, 2022July 17, 2022 By paul-cash

I get it. Most people stream their music from Tidal, Qobuz, Etc. I do too. (Qobuz for Free) That said, I also have CD and Vinyl collections, and I love the feeling of playing a

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Mother’s Day Gift Ideas: 5 Best Audio Gifts For Mom (2022)

On May 3, 2022May 3, 2022 By hft-staff

Hey Folks, Mother’s Day is fast approaching (Sunday, May 8th), but there’s still time to get a nice gift for Mom! We’ve picked out five exceptional gifts between $50 and $250 that will make Mom

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AXPONA 2022: The Show In Pictures

On April 28, 2022May 2, 2022 By paul-cash

Well, it’s time to wrap up our Axpona 2022 coverage, but before we do, we just wanted to share some additional pics from the show! While the show was scaled back a bit, it was

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AXPONA 2022 Saturday Recap: The Best (Our Favorite) Hifi Systems From America’s Biggest Audio Show!

On April 27, 2022April 29, 2022 By paul-cash

The coolest stuff from Hifiman, Polk Audio, Kef, Cambridge Audio and more! This past Saturday was my last day at Axpona 2022, and while there were fewer attendees (and exhibitors, for that matter), it still

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AXPONA 2022 Friday Recap: Highlights From The Big Rooms! Focal, ATC, Luxman

On April 25, 2022April 27, 2022 By paul-cash

One of my favorite parts of going to an audio show are the big rooms or ballroom/meeting rooms. Big rooms usually mean large systems, with six-foot-tall speakers and mini fridge-sized power amps. Sometimes they don’t

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AXPONA 2022: Coolest Stuff From Day One At The Biggest Hi-Fi Show!

On April 24, 2022April 25, 2022 By paul-cash

One of the best things about going to an audio show like AXPONA is coming across extraordinary or unconventional stuff. A big part of designing hi-fi is coming up with new ways of doing things,

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AXPONA 2022: The Biggest Audiophile Audio Show Is Back And Buzzing!

On April 22, 2022April 24, 2022 By paul-cash

It’s been a long time, but the big one is back. AXPONA opened its doors to the public this morning, and I was so happy to be there! When I attended AXPONA back in April

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SVS Audio Adds To Their Affordable Accessory Line With SoundPath Balanced XLR Audio Cable

On April 20, 2022April 20, 2022 By hft-staff

SVS Audio announces new affordable XLR cables starting at $39.99 each… New SVS SoundPath Digital Optical Cable also shipping next month (starting) at $29.99 each… The following press release is courtesy of SVS Audio: SVS

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Ultimate Guide To Affordable Home Stereo Systems (2022)

On April 18, 2022May 20, 2022 By hft-staff

When you talk about Home Stereo or Hi-Fi systems, they can come in many different forms. It can range from a single powered speaker with a pair of drivers set in a stereo configuration (like

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Get Groovin’ Right Away With This Budget Audiophile Vinyl Turntable Setup!

On April 17, 2022April 17, 2022 By paul-cash

After years of decline, playing records has become a fun and interactive way to enjoy old musical favorites and discover new music. I especially love the new colored vinyl pressings, which add interest to your

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The Best Home Audio Sales This Easter Weekend: Speakers, Headphones, Electronics!

On April 16, 2022April 18, 2022 By hft-staff

Are you looking for discounts on new audiophile gear this Easter weekend? Look no further; we’ve done the research so you don’t have to! Leading the deals this weekend are the excellent Kanto TUK Powered