TEAC unveils the elite DAC and headphone amp I'll buy when I win the lottery By Carrie Marshall published 23 May 24 The big news here is a new DAC that promises incredible imaging and a super-clear sound stage.
These super stylish designer wireless speakers by Elac have HDMI and a phono stage for your turntable, too By Carrie Marshall published 13 March 24 Fashion house Adsum has teamed up with Elac to make its award-winning speakers even more desirable.
It's Lenco a-go-go! A trio of cool turntables just landed from the vinyl virtuoso By Carrie Marshall published 4 September 24 Lenco announces three budget belt-driven decks, including automatic and Bluetooth options.
McIntosh's gorgeous DS200 streaming DAC is here, thus completing the nonpareil hi-fi system of my dreams By Becky Scarrott published 18 February 25 When McIntosh releases a hi-fi separate, I typically stop what I'm doing and take a look – and this one could grace pretty much any setup you care to imagine.
This budget turntable and wireless stereo speakers combo looks like a vinyl beginner's dream By Carrie Marshall published 16 January 25 Take your music to the max with this all-in-one from MIXX
TEAC's new hi-fi amplifier is made to power hardcore audiophile systems, but in a super-compact size By Dave Meikleham published 18 February 25 If you’re a serious audiophile who’s looking for a discrete but ultra-high end amplifier, the TEAC AP-507 could be worth throwing your life savings at.
Dynaudio's $20k soundbar uses '72 motorized wooden fins' to deliver total Dolby Atmos immersion from a single speaker, and it's coming in 2025 By Carrie Marshall published 20 December 24 This soundbar was already stunning. Now it's even smarter
Kanto Audio’s first HDMI ARC active speakers are here to replace your soundbar By Carrie Marshall published 23 February 24 Canadian speaker buffs Kanto Audio have launched their very first HDMI Arc speakers to offer an attractive alternative to small soundbars.
ICYMI: the week's 7 biggest tech stories from Netflix tier changes to lofty Samsung health tech ambitions By Hamish Hector published 27 January 24 This week Apple Vision Pro preorders flooded eBay, Netflix annoyed everyone by ditching a tier, and Denon showed off an 8K AV receiver.
Audio obsessive with over a quarter of a million dollars to spend? Have I got the hi-fi stack for you By Carrie Marshall published 14 August 24 The dCS Varèse promises to be the best high-end audio system you'll ever experience. Just don't look for it at Best Buy.
Elac's new speakers are perfect for your powerful, affordable Dolby Atmos home theater dreams By Carrie Marshall published 7 June 24 Elac's refreshed Debut 3.0 speakers offer more than just a fresh new look.
Who needs Sonos? McIntosh’s new Bluetooth pre-amp does multi-room music the old-fashioned way, but with a modern app upgrade By Carrie Marshall published 30 July 25 McIntosh thinks big with a system for up to 30 multi-room zones
Great Scott! Cambridge Audio has released a DeLorean themed version of its Evo 150 streaming amp By James Davidson published 14 March 24 Cambridge Audio is launching a limited edition version of the Evo 150 and thanks to a partnership DeLorean Moto, its design is inspired by the iconic DMC-12 car.
Yamaha’s new Dolby Atmos soundbar wants to make Samsung’s 3D sound look pitiful – this speaker setup is wild By Carrie Marshall published 5 August 25 Yamaha takes the Gillette approach with its latest Atmos soundbar, and adds more upfiring drivers for more precise sound
Love vinyl but don't have space for an amp and speakers? SpinBase 2 could be the solution By Carrie Marshall published 13 November 24 Andover's SpinBase 2 goes where most audiophiles wouldn't dare: directly underneath your precious turntable.
Wharfedale's new strictly limited-edition stereo speakers are custom-crafted and surprisingly affordable (for this kind of thing) By Henry St Leger published 13 February 25 Audio hardware specialist Wharfedale has unveiled the Aston, a new loudspeaker model with a retro look and a limited run of 500 units.
Got a spare $23,000? Devialet just launched a streaming amp covered in 23-carat gold leaf – and it's gorgeous By Becky Scarrott published 24 October 24 Devialet's Astra integrated amp totes 2x300 watts of power and wants to 'redefine the boundaries of hi-res audio fidelity'.
Technics’ turntable collab with Lamborghini brings new meaning to the phrase ‘direct drive motor’ By James Davidson published 9 May 24 Technics has worked with Lamborghini on a motoring-inspired design of its popular SL-1210MK7 DJ turntable.
Fluance's new active stereo speakers look like a dream soundbar alternative, as well as being perfect for turntables or Bluetooth music By Henry St Leger published 11 March 25 Audio brand Fluance has announced new bookshelf and tower speakers that could offer a good alternative to your soundbar.
Pro-Ject unveils the follow-up to its pivotal Debut Pro turntable, packing an all-new moving-magnet cartridge By Carrie Marshall published 16 August 24 Pro-Ject brings two big upgrades to its impressive inaugural Debut Pro turntable, plus a whole new naming convention.
Audio-Technica's affordable new turntable wants to get you hooked on vinyl By Carrie Marshall published 31 July 24 The new deck promises entry-level prices but audiophile performance – and given AT's track record, it's well worth taking a look.
Dali's five-strong Rubikore speaker series is here to bring high-end sound to your home By Becky Scarrott published 9 May 24 Meet Rubikore 2, Rubikore 6, Rubikore 8, Rubikore On-Wall and Rubikore Cinema – for all your home theater or hi-fi needs.
TEAC’s new CD transport will treat your discs with the audiophile care that makes elite turntables so beloved – unless your discs are SACD By Carrie Marshall published 18 September 25 The TEAC PD-507T promises audio that's pristine and ultra-clean
Cambridge Audio Evo One is 'what a high-performance audio system for the real world should look like' and I want one By Carrie Marshall published 12 August 24 This one-box system promises exceptional sonic performance and from Cambridge Audio, that's not a statement to ignore.
This Bluetooth DAC and headphone amp with cool VU meter looks like super-luxe audio upgrade, but it's actually stunningly well-priced By Carrie Marshall published 14 July 25 Topping's DX5 II is a desktop DAC and amp with an impressive specification for a relatively low price
Technics introduces a terracotta turntable with a Bluetooth boost, and it's absolutely beautiful By Carrie Marshall published 4 September 25 Technics' new Bluetooth turntable is available in terracotta as well as black or grey
Victrola unveils a turntable with 'repeat function' plus a slew of hot decks By Becky Scarrott published 8 January 24 The Victrola Automatic boasts a first-of-its-kind feature to continuously repeat the side of your vinyl record.
These amazing stereo speakers look like they belong in Elton John's house – and I'd take a pair too if I had Rocket Man money By Carrie Marshall published 16 April 25 Stratton Acoustics' new Element luxury speakers look absolutely astonishing
Surprise! The hottest new affordable Dolby Atmos soundbars come from a big vacuum specialist, and they look good on paper By Carrie Marshall published 29 October 25 I guess home theater and vacuum cleaners are all about making air move…
Devialet launches new upgraded Phantom Ultimate speaker with 'Heart Bass Implosion' tech, which sounds as exciting as it does terrifying By Carrie Marshall published 17 September 25 Devialet's new luxury Wi-Fi speakers promise heart-stopping hi-fi as well as eye-popping design