The Audiophile System Builder: Powered Loudspeakers and USB DACs
For this week's Audiophile System Builder, we assemble three high-performance desktop audio systems for under $1000.
It’s time to retire the MP3: HDTracks and the high definition audio revolution
High Definition Audio downloads are finally catching on thanks to the efforts of download sites like HDtracks. Here's why it's time for MP3s to be retired.
Dare to dwell: Symbol Audio’s Modern Record Console is how audio should work in the home.
The time has finally come for audio to truly dwell in your home. The Symbol Audio Modern Record Console is a step back in time, but a 21st idea with merit.
Audio road show: Emotiva hits the streets to promote high-end audio to the great unwashed.
Emotiva Audio is all about better sound quality for a lot less money and they are taking their gear on the road starting in Chicago to show you have been missing.
Rebirth of cool: Is vinyl ready for a second wind, or just a fad?
2012 was a record year for the venerable record, but does a 17% sales uptick represent genuine growth or is the resurgence of vinyl just a fad or are turntables back?
Magnepan breaks the sound barrier with $600/pair MMG loudspeakers
Magnepan's MMG planar loudspeakers may offer the best point of entry into high-end audio for only $600.
Spend your weekend watching the Criterion Collection for free on Hulu.
The entire Criterion Collection of restored films is available to stream for free this weekend on Hulu.
Meridian Audio packs its pedigree into the $300 Explorer USB DAC
The $Explorer USB DAC from Meridian Audio may have just raised the bar for the fastest growing category in home audio.
Transform your desktop with the KEF X300A powered PC loudspeakers
Combining both KEF's Uni-Q driver and a 24/96 DAC, the X300A powered desktop loudspeakers offer a compact high-end package for under $800.
Sonos unleashes PlayBar wireless sound bar, unclutters your home theater setup
Unclutter your home theater with the new Sonos PlayBar wireless sound bar and experience surround sound without the fuss and unsightliness of cords.
Cut the cord with Antennas Direct DB8e HDTV antenna
The DB8e from Antennas direct appears to be one of the most powerful and affordable HDTV antenna options to come along in quite a while.
Grandpa’s stereo never sounded like this: Symbol Audio Modern Record Console
Symbol Audio's Modern Record Console hankers back to a time when stereo systems and furniture lived together in perfect harmony.
FCC filing indicates Roku 3 may be on its way
Roku hasn't upgraded its stable of media streamers since the Steaming Stick, but an FCC filing indicates a Roku 3 may be on its way.
Zu Audio Union Cube loudspeakers will blow you right out from behind your desk
Zu Audio's Union Cube loudspeakers might just transform your desktop, and they only need a few watts.
The Wadia Intuition 01 PowerDAC dresses your iPod up in an Armani suit of sound
The Intuition 01 PowerDAC from Wadia Digital transforms otherwise bland-sounding iPods and iPhones into spectacular, high-end music servers.
AudioQuest Dragonfly USB DAC converts your computer into a high-end music server
AudioQuest's DragonFly USB DAC is no larger than a thumb drive, but provides high-end sound from your laptop or desktop computer.
Scaring the Schitt out of the competition: Schitt Audio Modi 24/96 DAC and Magni headphone amplifier.
Schitt Audio's Modi 24/96 USB DAC and Magni Headphone amplifier offer competitive value and performance for only $100 each.
The girl with the olive headphones: Urbanears launches colorful headphones to break the winter blues.
Swedish headphone manufacturer Urbanears adds three fresh new colors to an already dense palette of options for spring.
Definitive Technology Bluetooth Sound Cylinder makes up for your tablet’s puny speakers
The Sound Cylinder Bluetooth loudspeaker from Definitive Technology takes your tablet's sound to the next level.
Paradigm’s Soundtrack is a Paradigm Shift in sound bars
At $800, Paradigm's Soundtrack sound bar and wireless subwoofer offers high performance and simple setup in an attractive and affordable package.
Is Red the new Blu? Red’s streaming RedRay 4K Player is ready for pre-order
Red Digital Cinema, maker of Red cameras, introduced its RedRay 4K/Ultra HD streaming media player, available for pre-order.
Orb Audio relaunches its Mini-T amp with subwoofer output and improved sound for $69
Orb audio brings back the Mighty Mouse of digital amplifiers, the Mini-T. With a recently added subwoofer output, this little $69.00 desktop amp is a steal.