Audio
The Simple Gadget That Instantly Improves the Sound of Your iPhone, MacBook or Android Device
Want better audio from your iPhone, MacBook or Android? Get one of these.
Hi-Fi
Audio
The Simple Hi-Fi Accessory That Instantly Improves the Sound of Your Turntable
This puck-shaped object sits on your turntable's spindle and helps improve sound quality.
Audio
The Best Affordable Floorstanding Speakers to Elevate Your Next Movie Night
Size matters when it comes to high-end audio, making tower speakers the best choice for people who take their music or their movies seriously.
Audio
6 Little-Known Tricks and Settings to Master Your Sonos Speaker System
Sonos speakers sound great and are easy to use. But there are still some little-known features that can improve your experience.
Audio
Subwoofers Add More than Bass. This Is Why Every Hi-Fi Setup Needs One
There's a myth that subwoofers actually make speakers sound worse. It couldn't be further from the truth.
Audio
7 Ways You Might Be Ruining Your Vinyl Collection
For the best audio quality, stop committing these vinyl-record no-nos.
Audio
Bang & Olufsen Makes a $55,000 Argument to Collect CDs Again. I’m Sold
A seminal piece of hi-fi gear from the late '90s returns nearly two decades after its original release but not without a few thoughtful tweaks.
Audio
Do Remastered Records Actually Sound Better? Here Is What Vinyl Experts Have to Say
Mastering plays an important role in the way music sounds. So why would a record label do it twice?
Audio
Two Vintage-Audio Professionals Pick Their Go-To Stereo Receivers
Which vintage receivers and amplifiers do people still want? The pros weigh in.
Audio
10 Vintage Audio Components That Still Deliver High-Fidelity Sound
These timeliness treasures sound just as good today as they did upon their release more than half a century ago.
Audio
5 Things Every Audiophile Does to Make Sure Their Speakers Last a Lifetime
A quality pair of passive loudspeakers can sound good for years — if you follow these time-tested tips.
Audio
6 Reasons I’m Still Collecting CDs in 2025
CD sales are on the rise again, and for good reason. In fact, there are a lot of good reasons.
Audio
The Best Vintage-Style Speakers for Modern Hi-Fi Setups
State-of-the-art sound meets old-school aesthetics in new-age versions of three classic loudspeakers.
Audio
The Best Active Speakers for Home Hi-Fi
Active speakers combine the traditional components of a stereo system into a single pair of speakers. They make listening to good music easy.
Audio
The Best Vintage Turntables That You Can (Maybe) Still Buy
Why would you want to buy a vintage turntable? The aesthetic, the nostalgia and the price.
Audio
Shopping for a Vintage Marantz Receiver? Here’s What You Need to Know
The best vintage Marantz receivers are from the 1970s.
Audio
What Does “Hi-Fi” Even Mean Anymore? Here Is What the Experts Think
The modern definition of hi-fi is a bit ambiguous. Is it CD or vinyl quality? Or something bigger?
Audio
The Fascinating Truth Behind Those Little Rings on Headphone Jacks
No, they're not just for looks.
Audio
Are Your “Waterproof Earbuds” Actually Waterproof? Here’s How to Tell
There's an entire category of wireless earbuds designed to get hot and sweaty. So how do you know if your earbuds are up to the task?
Tech
Are These Compact Speakers the New Kings of Affordable Hi-Fi?
The KEF LSX II LT is the vaunted brand's most wallet-friendly active speaker system to date. We dig into the pros and cons with an expert.