Speaker Reviews

At $899.99 the SVS seems expensive for what appears to be a pair of bookshelf speakers. But in fact, the SVS PRIME WIRELESS PRO POWERED SPEAKERS are a complete, ready-to-run, high-resolution stereo system with amps, DACS, and streaming capabilities....

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These speakers are great as a bedroom or office audio system, or connect them to a TV to create a fantastic system for both TV and music. Very easy to add a sub and create a very powerful system for larger rooms. Inclusion of Apple's AirPlay 2,...

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With their great build quality, elegant appearance, and vibrant performance, the CANTON VENTO 100 SPEAKERS deliver great value beyond their asking price.

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Bottom line, this is a fine entry-level turntable for someone just getting into or returning to vinyl. It's incredibly easy to set up, it plays records just fine, and it's priced right. Pro-Ject has produced a unit that will get someone up and running...

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As I mentioned in my review of the TD 402 DD, I've always wanted a Thorens turntable for my system. I love their looks and the way they've sounded when I've heard them at dealerships and in a friend's system. And the TD 102 A is a solid unit. It looks...

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So, what are the take aways here? Trickle down (or cascading in B&W parlance) technology works. The 700 Series is the beneficiary of new technologies developed for the 800 D4 Series. The application of these technologies has, across the board, provided...

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The Xiaomi Smart Speaker IR Control offers excellent functionality for its price and comes bundled with the Redmi K50i. The Xiaomi Smart Speaker IR Control offers excellent functionality for its price and comes bundled with the Redmi K50i.

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A lot of hi-fi addicts opine that equipment that comes out just before a medium or component becomes obsolete are the ultimate examples of the breed. With the CD falling out of favor with many audiophiles, it may seem odd that Rotel would bring out...

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Over the many years of my audio journey, I've used at least 12 different cartridges on my turntables: four Shures, two Stantons, two Grados, one Empire, one ADC, one Ortofon, and the Sumiko Moonstone. All except the Ortofon were at or near the top of...

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I had some initial doubts about the SpinDeck Max. I love its automatic function, ease of setup, and wonderful cue system. While its initial performance was a bit unsteady, this was corrected by the replacement. And although its mechanisms worked...

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A powerful tower speaker can help you turn your home stereo system into a professional-grade setup. Sitting atop the company’s Signature Elite line, this speaker generates audio that sounds both loud and natural. Its design helps direct airflow in a...

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In the Setup section, I noted a couple of rough edges: the limitations in DSD support, and the Hub's inability to connect via HDMI ARC to my Samsung Frame TV.

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If your records are rather new (not just new to you), and you store them properly—perhaps even using those paper-lined plastic inner sleeves available on the web—and handle them gently, the GrooveWasher may just do you right. If you're a newbie...

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Although I'm not thoroughly enamored of the Stealth's all-black appearance, I have to say that as a turntable, its features and performance are stellar. I like that it offers interchangeable headshells and an auto-stop feature, and the unique VTA...

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The Edifier S1000MKII is the best affordable powered speaker system we’ve heard—as was its predecessor, the S1000DB, the former top pick in our now-retired guide to the best wireless powered bookshelf speakers. Among all the powered speakers we tested,...

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Bel Canto REF150S Stereo Amplifier Rotel RB-1582 MkII Stereo Power Amplifier Musical Fidelity M6i Integrated Amplifier Definitive Technology Mythos ST-L SuperTower Loudspeakers Monitor Audio Silver 6 Loudspeakers

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Definitive Technology flagship subwoofer delivers extended bass and impressive output, but lacks the app-based custom EQ controls found on many other models.

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Bel Canto REF150S Stereo Amplifier Rotel RB-1582 MkII Stereo Power Amplifier Musical Fidelity M6i Integrated Amplifier Definitive Technology Mythos ST-L SuperTower Loudspeakers Monitor Audio Silver 6 Loudspeakers

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The result is a sleek design that offers a modern minimalist aesthetic that’s pleasing to the eye. And it’s got plenty of power to push all that cone surface area.

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Definitive’s best described as detail-rich, preserving the fidelity of a soundtrack while allowing for all the simultaneous effects to be heard and enjoyed. The 300-watt subwoofer paired with the center speaker and satellites are all well regarded on...

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The DN8 measures only 12.8 x 12 x 13.1 inches but packs a wallop. The amp has a 500 W peak rating, and the frequency response is advertised as 35 Hz to 200 Hz. Solid, attractive and capable, this is a great compact subwoofer option from a company known...

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This is only the third of the nearly 20 turntables I've reviewed for SoundStage! that costs $1000 or more. That's because I'm a notorious cheapskate and find it difficult to spend that much on anything. However, with the VPI Cliffwood and Ortofon 2M...

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Wrap-up

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The Tribit Home Speaker tries to be many things with a built-in clock, LED lighting, and soundscapes, but it feels dated and falls short on sound quality.

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At some point when I reviewed GoldenEar Technology's Triton Reference tower in early 2017, it hit me that the company may have backed itself into a marketing corner with its new offering. After all, how do you push the performance envelope further...

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