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Yamaha R-N2000A Network Hi-Fi Receiver Test Report Yamaha R-N2000A Network Hi-Fi Receiver Test Report The Yamaha R-N2000A hi-fi network receiver is rated at 90 watt/ch and built with tech from the 5000 series with impressive high current MOSFET drive. Our bench tests confirm it’s an overachiever.
AudioSmile Little British Monitor (LBM) Loudspeaker Review AudioSmile Little British Monitor (LBM) Loudspeaker Review AudioSmile's LBM compact desktop powered speakers pack a lot of technology and craftsmanship into a small package. Read our in-depth review to see how they measure up and sound against our high standards.
DALI Loudspeakers Wow Listeners With High-End EPIKORE Series Demo DALI Loudspeakers Wow Listeners With High-End EPIKORE Series Demo DALI’s new EPIKORE series, priced $15K–$60K per pair, delivers some of the best looks and sound in their class. With striking design and precision craftsmanship, these Danish-made speakers impressed us.
Wharfedale’s Upgraded ‘Super Linton’ Speakers: Style And Substance? Wharfedale’s Upgraded ‘Super Linton’ Speakers: Style And Substance? The Wharfedale Super Linton ($2,499/pair) retains its classic look but features an improved cabinet, upgraded drivers and crossovers, delivering significant performance upgrades over the 2019 model.
Onkyo TX-RZ70 11.2CH AV Receiver Review Onkyo TX-RZ70 11.2CH AV Receiver Review The Onkyo TX-RZ70 11.2CH AV receiver boasts 140 watts/ch, 8K HDMI inputs, Auro 3D, FREE Dirac Live and the BEST bench test results we’ve seen in its price class. Is this the best AVR at under $3k?
Focal Aria Evo X No.4 Loudspeaker Review Focal Aria Evo X No.4 Loudspeaker Review We reviewed the Focal Aria Evo X No.4 ($6k/pair) 3-way floorstanding speaker with dual 8" flax bass drivers, a 6.5" midrange, and 1” aluminum-magnesium tweeter to see if its performance matched its looks.
Bowers & Wilkins Pi8 & Pi6 Wireless IEM Review & Comparison Bowers & Wilkins Pi8 & Pi6 Wireless IEM Review & Comparison Bowers & Wilkins’ new true wireless earbuds, the affordable Pi6 and flagship Pi8, feature hi-res Bluetooth and active noise cancelling. Discover which offers the best sound in this comparison review.
Klipsch And Devon Turnbull Launch Limited-Edition kO-R1 Speakers Klipsch And Devon Turnbull Launch Limited-Edition kO-R1 Speakers Klipsch teamed up with Ojas to design a limited-edition loudspeaker, the Klipsch + Ojas kO-R1. At $8,498/pr it is a 2-way speaker with a 12" woofer and a Turnbull horn for the highs.
Marantz Readies Horizon and Grand Horizon High-End Wireless Speakers Marantz Readies Horizon and Grand Horizon High-End Wireless Speakers Marantz released information on their Horizon $3,500ea and Grand Horizon $5,500ea single-unit, multi-driver speakers. Both come with high-end finishes, custom GaN FET amplification, and built-in subs.
Aretai Contra 100S Bookshelf Speaker Review Aretai Contra 100S Bookshelf Speaker Review We reviewed the Aretai Contra 100S, a 2.5-way bookshelf speaker featuring dual 6” midbass drivers and a 1.75” ring radiator tweeter housed in a custom-built waveguide horn positioned atop this unique speaker.