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The new WiiM Vibelink Amp ($299) is the company’s first non-streaming product. The compact Vibelink offers 100 Watts of power and is designed to be used with the WiiM Ultra or other sources.

At $2K, the new Kaleidescape Strato M Movie Player is the brand’s least expensive device that can act as a standalone player or be part of a multi-zone Kaleidescape system but not in 4K resolution!

At AXPONA 2025, Orchard Audio is demonstrating their Valencia Headphone Power Amp with 17W of power and an innovative active speaker electronics package, complete with an active/passive comparison.

The 2025 Axpona show proved hi-fi is alive and well despite prognostications to the contrary . Check out our report on some of the most interesting and best-sounding loudspeakers.

Klipsch has launched new versions of its Klipschorn ($17,998/pair) and La Scala ($14,998/pair) speakers. Both feature new modified Tractrix midrange horns and updated compression drivers.

The Moonwalkers: A Journey with Tom Hanks is a new immersive documentary playing at Space Center Houston. Space Center Houston renovated and upgraded its IMAX theater to prepare for the new movie.

Norway’s Ø Audio debuted its 2nd-gen Icon 12 loudspeaker ($23,4k/pair) at the 2025 FAE Show, delivering a stunning demo. Now available in the USA, this brand aspires to be the next hot ticket in hi-fi.

HARMAN is now an official NASCAR Technology Partner. The company will provide gear from JBL Professional and other iconic brands to deliver “best-in-class” sound at NASCAR racetracks.

Focal released a new and improved Bathys MG headphones featuring new ear cushions, digital microphones for improved noise cancellation and drivers using a magnesium M-shaped dome for better sound.

Canada’s Simon Fraser University has built a cutting-edge acoustics lab with a 128-channel system. The new lab is devoted to “immersive communication” and spatial acoustics processing.

Rotel’s DX-3 ($1,499)is a DAC, headphone amp, and preamp all in one. The compact DX-3 is designed to be the “ultimate desktop companion,” ready to drive your favorite headphones or powered speakers.

Gene's YouTube video explores 10 key characteristics of a great audiophile playback system. This article delves into those traits and discusses how to optimize your setup to achieve audio nirvana.

Sigberg Audio's Saranna is a high-end active speaker with a coaxial tweeter/midrange and dual 8" subwoofers in a cardioid alignment, ensuring big performance and easy room placement in a sleek package.

Epson has been granted a default judgment in its lawsuit against projector brand Dr. J for misleading claims about brightness. Dr. J was ordered to pay damages and cease sales. Read on for more info.

The Arendal Sound 1961 Loudspeaker Series has returned to production after a two-year hiatus. The 1961 Series is perfect for smaller spaces and lower budgets, without sacrificing quality.

Audiophile Directory (AD) is a new website and search engine designed to be the go-to resource for HiFi shoppers. In essence, AD aims to do for audio enthusiasts what Zillow did for home-buyers.

Dali's Rubikore 8 is a formidable tower speaker design with three 6.5" woofers, a 1" dome tweeter, and a 2" planar tweeter, with individual filters on every single driver. Read on.

Danish aerospace company Terma will supply proprietary 3D-Audio system to the USAF fleet of F-16 aircraft. The spatial audio system helps pilots make faster and better-informed decisions with sound.

The new Focal Utopia Cinema range includes the Cinema LCR and the Cinema SUB. These new speakers feature Focal’s best driver technologies and can be used on-wall, in-wall, or in-room! Read on.

Polygon is putting on the UK’s first spatial audio music festival on May 2nd in London. They designed a dome-shaped 12.1.4 outdoor concert venue to provide a true immersive experience to live events.

The JBL Tour ONE M3 headphones feature a unique transmitter for wireless audio from wired sources and the JBL Horizon 3 clock radio enhances sleep with sound and customizable ambient lighting.

Sony is exiting the blank media business, but this doesn’t signal Blu-ray’s death. Reports claiming otherwise are misleading—Blu-ray remains relevant for AV enthusiasts despite Sony’s move.

The AVID Ingenium is a remarkable turntable that combines aesthetic appeal, solid engineering, and high-performance audio. Why did we rate it our #1 pick for new turntable aficionado's? Read on.

The latest Bluesound Node and Node Icon streamers, are now officially Dirac Live Ready. Owners can buy a calibration kit from Bluesound and a device-specific license from Dirac’s website.

We reviewed the Arendal Sound 1528 Monitor 8 ($5,900/pr), a 3-way standmount loudspeaker with dual 8" woofers, 5" mid, and a 1" dome. With subwoofer-like bass and high output, is it the best in its class?

The 1984 Prince movie Purple Rain returns exclusively in Dolby Cinema theaters for one night only, on March 5th 2025. The newly-restored film features Dolby Vision picture and Dolby Atmos sound.

Focal's 1000 Utopia and Astral 16 deliver reference grade performance from an in-wall speaker. Check out our exclusive, in-depth, Focal 1000 Series Theater installation and a sneak peek at Dirac ART.

Ford applied for a patent for a “multi-vehicle audio system.” The patent describes using multiple autonomous vehicles to provide audio for outdoor parties, movies, music festivals,and more.

The Yamaha NS-2000A is a premium 3-way floorstanding speaker ($8k/pair) with exclusive materials, resonance control, and a piano gloss finish. Check out our review with measurements and listening tests!

Danish audio company Jabra sponsored a study on the effects of noise in the workplace. Respondents said that noise and sound quality affects their well being and makes it hard to work.