SORTA HIFI, Episode 04 – Those Grumpy Old Men.

Carlo Lo RasoSeptember 2, 2024

In this episode of Sorta HIFI,  Taps and Carlo chat about JBL's new MA Series AVRs and Stage 2 loudspeakers, their not-so controversial-ads for them, Fiio's new...

Blogs & Little Things

Bluesound Introduces Three New NODE Wireless Hi-Res Music Streamers With Class-Leading Performance

SecretsAugust 29, 2024

Pioneers of the original wireless hi-res multi-room streamer bring you the expertly designed NODE NANO, NODE, and NODE ICON with re-designed hardware ...

Press

Meze Audio launches Boom Mic and Manta headphone stand for gaming and work

SecretsAugust 29, 2024

Baia Mare, Romania – Meze Audio is delighted to introduce Boom Mic to its range of premium audio accessories, transforming gaming and work set-ups...

Press

Memories of Heathkit and My Dad.

Lory HawleyAugust 29, 2024

My childhood was a little different from most little girls, thanks to my father, who included me in his Heathkit building projects that...

30th AnniversaryThe Now

Sennheiser Ambeo Max Soundbar Video Review

Taps DasAugust 28, 2024

In my Ambeo Plus sound bar review I wished for the capability of rear speakers as the Plus while immersive, felt like it lacked a full...

ReviewsSoundbarsSpeaker Reviews

The Federal Trade Commission Imposes Dramatically Stricter Requirements for Amplifier Power Output Claims.

David A. Rich, Ph.D.August 27, 2024

In June of this year, the FTC revised the “Trade Regulation Rule Relating to Power Output Claims for Amplifiers Utilized in Home Entertainment Products.”

TechnicalTechnical Reviews

Advance Paris A12 Classic Integrated Amplifier Review

Chris EberleAugust 26, 2024

The Advance Paris A12 Classic Integrated Amplifier is an impressive two-channel component with every input imaginable and a hybrid design...

Amplifier ReviewsIntegrated AmplifiersReviews

Unison Research – Opera Loudspeaker Factory Tour 2024 (Or An Audiophile’s Taste of Italy – Part 1)

Carlo Lo RasoAugust 22, 2024

This is the first of a three-part "Tour of Italian Audio" video series. Back in May of this year, right after the Munich High-End Audio...

30th AnniversaryFlashbacks and interviews

PS Audio AirLens Streamer Review

Jim ClementsAugust 21, 2024

I have been in search of a simple-to-use, high-quality Roon endpoint for some time. I feel very fortunate that PS Audio released the...

Audio Player ReviewsMedia StreamerReviews

STAX SR-X9000 Earspeaker Review

Carlo Lo RasoAugust 19, 2024

Headphones. Still, the only way to achieve a truly immersive, singular hi-fi experience without investing in scads of equipment and a...

Headphone and Earphone ReviewsReviews

PRO-JECT ANNOUNCES THE LAUNCH OF THE DEBUT PRO B TURNTABLE

SecretsAugust 16, 2024

The upgrade to Debut PRO introduces even more potential and enhanced design Mistelbach, Austria – July 30, 2024 – Pro-Ject Audio Systems is pro...

Press

WaveForming is Now Publicly Available to All Trinnov Users

SecretsAugust 16, 2024

The revolutionary room optimization technology is accessible via a free software upgrade. Paris, France and East Hampton, Connecticut, USA – Au...

Press

How Has Audio Evolved in the Last 30 Years?

Norman VarneyAugust 15, 2024

When given the task of writing an article to celebrate 30 years of Secrets of Home Theater and High-Fidelity magazine, I thought it would...

30th AnniversaryThe Now

Pathos Lògos MkII Integrated Amplifier Review

Yongki Go, Ph.D.August 14, 2024

Pathos Lògos MkII integrated amplifier is the very example of an audio product that will please not only the ears but also the eyes.

Amplifier ReviewsIntegrated AmplifiersReviews

Beauties and the Beasts: A Tale of Five Subwoofers

Craig ChaseAugust 12, 2024

Subwoofers are often the subject of intense debates among bass-philes. These debates can get heated to the point that moderators shut down...

ReviewsSpeaker ReviewsSubwoofers