Fed up streaming songs that all sound the same? Qobuz brings you legendary labels to level up your listening By Carrie Marshall published 28 March 25 Qobuz's new Labels feature showcases legendary labels across all your favorite genres.
Rode launches new affordable headphones for content creators and DJs that promise to be ultra-comfortable and ultra-accurate By Carrie Marshall published 20 May 25 Rode's new NTH-50 wired headphones are affordable, high-quality cans for content creation
Ricoh announces two GR IV variants, including a long-awaited first in the series for monochrome fans By Peter Fenech published 21 October 25 Ricoh has announced the development of the GR IV Monochrome and GR IV HDF, which promise to give compact camera users even more creative flexibility
16-Core AMD EPYC 4005 CPU is almost 3X faster than AMD's first server flagship - and I can't believe what a bargain that is By Efosa Udinmwen published 6 July 25 AMD’s EPYC 4585PX triples the performance of its old flagship, challenging assumptions about what affordable server CPUs can deliver in modern infrastructure.
These new headphones can simulate pro studios, listening rooms, or even the infamous ‘car test’ – and I can’t wait to get my hands on them By Jamie Richards published 5 November 25 Steven Slate Audio wants to bring the studio to you
This cheap Bluetooth turntable looks ideal for vinyl beginners – with one potential problem By Carrie Marshall published 18 October 24 The new Mathis starter turntable has almost everything a vinyl newcomer could ask for
iFi's third-gen 'affordable' Zen DAC is in – and it's got a phono stage pal too By Becky Scarrott published 15 April 24 Take note, the new Zen DAC 3 comes with a $70 price hike over the original.
Get ready for Spotify Supremium – Spotify CEO finally reveals ideas for 'higher quality' tier that's a lot pricier By Matt Bolton published 23 July 24 Spotify's Daniel Ek gets even more candid about the long-rumored higher tier – but don't expect it right away.
Final's new planar magnetic headphones are dark, moody, wired… and oh-so expensive By Becky Scarrott published 8 May 24 The elite new D7000 headphones use 'Air Film Damping' to solve the issue of bass registers in planar magnetic cans.
This flagship new turntable spins Lenco into a different price-groove entirely – and I think I like it By Becky Scarrott published 4 September 25 Meet the LBT-515, a turntable whose three-figure price-tag actually starts with a '5' as if to prove that Lenco's moving up in the world
Edifier's awesome planar headphones tech is coming to noise-cancelling earbuds, and these could be special By Carrie Marshall published 27 September 24 Planar magnetic drivers + ANC could be a match made in headphone heaven.
SteelSeries unveils the Arctis Nova Elite, a new high-end gaming headset with incredible sound – and a price tag to match By Dashiell Wood published 30 September 25 If you don't want to compromise on audio quality, the new SteelSeries Arctis Nova Elite could be for you.
FiiO has squeezed in 20 balanced armature speakers inside its new custom in-ear monitors for 3D printed hi-res audio bliss By Carrie Marshall published 1 May 24 These new FiiO flagship balanced armature IEMs promise truly exceptional audio for people who are serious about sound.
Our favorite budget audiophile brand just unveiled beautiful walnut closed-back headphones with 60mm drivers, for a fantastic price By Carrie Marshall published 22 August 24 FiiO's new wired headphones promise spectacular sound for a surprisingly low price, and you can actually hear when you're on the go!
Dali just added smaller stand-mount speakers to join its stunning Epikore 11 towers and I want them By Becky Scarrott published 1 October 24 The smaller Epikore 3 standmount speakers, plus Epikore 7 and Epikore 9 floorstanders just arrived – and after the brilliance of the Epikore 11, you should be intrigued.
Astell & Kern's new Hi-Res music player doubles as a hi-fi streaming upgrade, thanks to its included dock By Carrie Marshall published 2 April 25 Astell & Kern's new portable music player promises hi-fi happiness on the go or at home
This cheap Hi-Res Audio music player is like a modern iPod mini, with the funky colors to match By Carrie Marshall published 12 June 25 This dual-DAC audio player mixes cute colors with serious specs for wired wired or wireless headphones
CMF by Nothing's first headphones bring noise cancellation, a cool design, and a unique 'Energy Slider' all for an impressive price By Carrie Marshall published 29 September 25 The new CMF Headphone Pro ANC headphones feature a modular design, tactile controls and hi-res audio
Sennheiser's new affordable HD 505 headphones are here, and I compared them to the HD 600 By Matt Bolton published 9 February 25 I tried the new open-back wired over-ears against my favorite step-up model.
Turn any elite wired earbuds into hi-res true wireless buds with this smart add-on – but brace yourself for the price By Carrie Marshall published 25 June 25 Make your elite IEMs into true wireless ones with this impressive but expensive adaptor
Cleer Audio's new waterproof open-ear buds offer Dolby Atmos, plus AI-powered noise blocking and motion tracking By Carrie Marshall published 2 September 24 Cleer Audio's new Arc 3 earphones promise hi-res audio and special features for specific kinds of listeners.
Ricoh GR IV preorders are live – here are 3 upgrades to expect from the X100VI alternative, according to the first sample images By Timothy Coleman last updated 21 August 25 The newly announced Ricoh GR IV appears to be a modest upgrade of the GR III, but the first unboxing videos and reviews suggest there's more to be excited about.
Hi-fi legend Quad's new super-powerful, super-connected stereo amp could be all the amp you need for the rest of your life By Carrie Marshall published 17 October 25 Money No Object: Quad launches its "finest-ever" integrated amp, and it's future-proofed in a ton of ways
Spotify Supremium leak reveals what the new tier and some features may look like at launch By Cesar Cadenas published 2 May 24 Images show Spotify Supremium could have a compatibility checker to see if your phone can run hi-res audio and the tier might get a new name.
iFi's iDSD Valkyrie DAC wants to guide your music to the great hall of Valhalla By Becky Scarrott published 25 March 25 In Norse mythology, a Valkyrie is one capable of guiding souls to Odin's great hall, Valhalla. iFi's Valkyrie, however, may guide you to celestial hi-res audio.
Technics' legendary SL-1200 turntable gets two limited 'Master Edition' versions – and they're actually the last track for a famous model By Carrie Marshall published 27 October 25 The legendary SL-1200 turntable gets an impressive upgrade
The new Sennheiser HD 550 might just be the gaming-focused audiophile headphones I've been waiting for By Rob Dwiar published 18 March 25 New Sennheiser HD 550 headphones are aimed squarely at taking on the top gaming headsets.
Pro-Ject's affordable new T1 EVO turntables are ideal to get serious about vinyl without breaking the bank By Carrie Marshall published 25 September 24 These new Pro-Ject turntables deliver an impressive spec for an affordable price.
The new Astro A50 Gen 5 has been revealed by Logitech G and it looks like a dream for Xbox, PS5, and PC players By Dashiell Wood published 17 September 24 Logitech G has unveiled the new Astro A50 Gen 5 multi-platform gaming headset.
Beyerdynamic just released four IEMs pitched at different members of your band – yes, even the bassist By Becky Scarrott published 23 January 25 All band members are equal in Beyerdynamic’s new four-strong range of IEMs, even the bass player.