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Leak Stereo 130 amp, CDT transport – old name, new sound
REVIEW: Name and looks aside, there’s nothing retro about the revived Leak brand, as this amp and transport prove.
Falcon Acoustics LS3/5a Gold Badge – the gold standard?
REVIEW: The legendary LS3/5a monitor gets premium specs… but does it show in the sonic results?
Sivga SV006 / SV007 headphones – premium on a budget
REVIEW: These Sivga headphones beckon seductively to those looking for something that stands out in a crowd.
Shanling M6 Pro DAP – refined sound, premium feel
REVIEW: Looking for a portable DAP that oozes premium quality? You want the Shanling M6 Pro then…
Samsung HW-Q950T soundbar – an immersion in sound
REVIEW: Samsung’s HW-Q950T soundbar has impressive sonic muscle, although setting up is a bit of a hassle.
64 Audio tia Fourté – the Bugatti of IEMs
REVIEW: Like a hypercar, the 64 Audio tia Fourté IEMs require careful handling to deliver sublime performance.
Accuphase E-380 integrated amp – singing with the right speakers
REVIEW: Another winner from Japan’s revered hi-fi brand… but make sure you match the Accuphase E-380 right.
Sony WH-1000XM4 noise cancelling headphones – leader of the pack
REVIEW: Sony keeps pushing the limits with the fourth generation of its wireless WH-1000 series noise cancelling headphones.
Portable DAC shoot-out
NEWS: If you’re looking for a tiny DAC for your pocket, each of these three makes a good case for itself.
Monitor Audio Bronze 100 speakers – best with more space
REVIEW: The more room you have to spare, the more thrills from Monitor Audio’s Bronze 100… for not too much money.
Cyrus ONE Linear – superb little speakers
REVIEW: Here’s a pair to add to your shopping list for compact speakers… the Cyrus ONE Linear boxes have a lot going for them.
Arylic S50 Pro, S10 – fuss-free streaming on a budget
REVIEW: Looking to add streaming capabilities to your staid wired set-up, without hurting your wallet? These Arylic units are calling…
Cyrus ONE Cast amp – one for the money
REVIEW: The outside harks back to a past era, but inside, the Cyrus ONE Cast is very much an amp for this century.
Denon 600 series amp and CD player – doing it with flair
REVIEW: Denon’s new 600 series amp and CD player find our hardened reviewer’s vulnerable spots…
EarMen Donald DAC – quacking bang-for-buck
REVIEW: A play of the name aside, this ridiculously-priced DAC is cracking value for one’s money…
HiFiMan Jade II electrostatic headphones – superbly cohesive
REVIEW: Electrostatic headphones are not for all seasons, but with the right music, HiFiMan’s Jade II shines.
Denon PMA-150H – for all your digital needs
REVIEW: Digital devices can be a headache to set up, but getting Denon’s PMA-150H going is a breeze… and it sounds fab, too!
EarMen TR-Amp – room to improve, but lovely mids
REVIEW: The wonderful thing about headfi is that equipment is sprouting from all corners of the world… like this EarMen TR-Amp.
Marantz M-CR612 – all-in-one midrange master
REVIEW: If reducing component count is a priority for you, the Marantz M-CR612 should fit the bill… just add speakers.