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Sonos has forever been synonymous with wireless, multi-room audio, but it’s latest endeavour transforms a surround sound setup into something much more versatile.
The Topping DX1 II is a big step up from the original DX1 DAC, at least where specification is concerned, but it’s a little laid-back to truly excite.
Fyne Audio’s first wireless stereo speaker system, the Cubitt 5, is priced to compete in a fiercely contested part of the market. Brave or foolhardy?
The Recording Industry Association of America recently stated that CD sales revenue was up 58% in the first half of 2026 and one Japanese ultra-luxury audio manufacturer has decided the same resurgence should apply to SACDs too
Bluesound has updated BluOS with Apple Music integration. In addition to Bluesound devices, the platform also powers devices by big brands such as DALI and Monitor Audio.
The Trettitre Retro Ambient Audio System is a wall-mounted record, CD and cassette player, which offers everything except a speaker (although you can buy one from the company to match).
Sony’s new hulking party speaker blew me away with its rippling bass and almighty power output.
Hear.com’s lead audiologist Dr. Rachel Artsma on ANC, why regular listening breaks should be like screen breaks and how hearing health suites in consumer earbuds are good ‘gateway products’ but ‘not a replacement for professional hearing care’