Most “computer audiophiles” begin their audio journey innocently enough—usually with a better set of earphones, which then require some kind of outboard digital-to-analog (DAC) with a headphone amplifier to drive them to satisfying levels. After ...

The following is a press release issued by AXPONA. ROSEMONT, IL | March 17, 2016 - Now in its 7th year AXPONA (Audio Expo North America) continues to entice audiophiles, music lovers, musicians and seasoned ...

Although Questyle may be a new name to some audiophiles, the company has been in existence for several years. It combines two complementary operations: Questyle Audio Technology Co. Ltd, China, and Questyle North America Inc., ...

Card-carrying audiophiles are not infrequently expected to advise civilian acquaintances (that is, non-audiophiles), who are not enjoying reproduced music as much as they could. Not long ago, that meant guiding the poor souls still listening ...

Hanson Audio of Dayton, OH, invites hi-fi aficionados to attend a special booksigning and listening event in its showroom on March 24 from 5–9 p.m. Meet members of the TAS editorial staff who will be ...

Audio Alchemy blazed a trail in the 1990s with a range of ultra-low-priced products housed in utilitarian cases with no cosmetic frills. The products were almost toy-like in appearance and name—the $199 DAC-in-the-Box, for example—but ...

From the time digital music became a mainstream format (in the early 80s), millions of CDs were produced, covering every genre of music. Owners of Red Book compact discs (like owners of LPs) are still ...

The following is a press release from Meridian Audio. January 29, 2016 - Meridian Audio announces the availability of a firmware update for its MQA-compatible products including Explorer2, Prime Headphone Amplifier, 808v6 Reference CD Player, ...

The Legacy V is one of the finest speaker systems I’ve had the opportunity to listen to, one of the most technically innovative, and a true assault on the state of the art. It is, ...

Essence is a hybrid company founded by Bob Rapoport, whose prior claim to audio fame was the reintroduction of the Dynaco Stereo 70 Mk II power amplifier in the early 90s. Currently, Essence imports loudspeakers ...

Just one year ago the high end’s digital scene could best be described as nebulous. Manufacturers weren’t sure where technology was going, what customers were looking for, or how to wrangle those mobile device-toting youngsters ...

NAD electronics has been marching down audio’s red carpet for years, picking up awards and accolades from high-end journalists and customers alike. Its classic BEE line—all buttons and knobs, and blue collar to the core—is ...

The following is a press release issued by Wyred 4 Sound. ATASCADERO, CA | Dec 28, 2015— Wyred 4 Sound is pleased to announce two new products to crown a productive year for the high-end ...

Meridian co-founder J. Robert Stuart was given the Lifetime Achievement Award by the Custom Electronics Design and Installation Association (CEDIA) at a ceremony in Dallas in October. I had the honor of attending the dinner ...

Astell&Kern AK Jr $500 The AK Jr is only 4.5" by 2" and 3/8". It will slip easily into almost any pocket you choose, except for the change pocket of your jeans. Unlike many portable ...