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Perlisten Releases a Supercharged S7t Limited Edition Speaker Perlisten Releases a Supercharged S7t Limited Edition Speaker Perlisten released a $30k/pair S7t Limited Edition speaker. Only 50 pairs worldwide, this exclusive speaker features a new woofer, a revised crossover, and larger cabinet volume for increased output.
Marantz AMP 10 200 Watt x 16CH Amplifier Bench Test Results Marantz AMP 10 200 Watt x 16CH Amplifier Bench Test Results The Marantz AMP 10 is a 200 watt x 16CH amplifier utilizing the ICE Edge Class D topology with a custom built SMPS power supply. I put the AMP 10 through exhaustive bench tests to gauge its performance.
NAD’s C 3050 Integrated Amp Looks ‘70s, Parties Like It’s 2023 NAD’s C 3050 Integrated Amp Looks ‘70s, Parties Like It’s 2023 The NAD C 3050 integrated amp celebrates the brand’s 50th anniversary in a retro 70's style. At $1,300, this amp is nearly identical to the impossible-to-find, limited-edition C 3050 LE but modern features.
iFi Audio’s Latest Audiophile DACs Cram in the Features iFi Audio’s Latest Audiophile DACs Cram in the Features The iFi Audio Uno is a $79 USB DAC for newcomers wanting better sound from their laptops and smart devices. The $1,299 iFi Neo Stream is a unique music streamer and DAC designed for audiophiles.
Starke Sound IC-H1 Elite Standmount Loudspeaker Review Starke Sound IC-H1 Elite Standmount Loudspeaker Review Starke Sound has always been known for their engineering and build quality. Read our review of their IC-H1 Elite Stand mount speakers to find out what in company parts and engineering means to you.
 Sonus faber and McIntosh Set Sail with Wally Yachts Sonus faber and McIntosh Set Sail with Wally Yachts Sonus faber and McIntosh have teamed up to create new, custom-designed audio systems for Wally Yachts. The 88-foot wallywhy200 yacht features custom-built loudspeakers and subwoofers. Read on.
The Yamaha R-N2000A Receiver Is Old-School Cool, New-School Easy The Yamaha R-N2000A Receiver Is Old-School Cool, New-School Easy Yamaha’s new R-N2000A next-generation network Hi-Fi receiver ($4K) is an all-in-one amp with 90 watts/ch, YPAO room correction, and Yamaha MusicCast streaming along with HDMI ARC and high-res USB DAC.
Bowers & Wilkins Px8 Review & Px7 S2 Comparison: Which One's Right For You? Bowers & Wilkins Px8 Review & Px7 S2 Comparison: Which One's Right For You? Bowers & Wilkins Px8 flagship wireless ANC headphone review with comparisons to Px7 S2. How do B&W's two top headphones stack-up and is Px8 really worth the extra $300 for you?
Onkyo TX-RZ70 Gives You 11.2CH & Dirac Live for Under $3k! Onkyo TX-RZ70 Gives You 11.2CH & Dirac Live for Under $3k! The Onkyo TX-RZ70 AV receiver gives you 11.2CH of processing and built-in 140wpc x 11 amplification with full Dirac-Live for only $2,800. Could this be the best value AVR for 2023?
PSB Synchrony B600 Bookshelf Speaker Review PSB Synchrony B600 Bookshelf Speaker Review From PSB's Flagship line, Synchrony, we'll be reviewing the PSB Synchrony B600. PSB is known for reliable high end speakers, but will this translate to a $2,800/pair of bookshelves? Read on.