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Elac Debut Reference DBR62 review: High-end design, friendly sound

Although they're not the most rockin' Elacs, these big speakers deliver laid-back sonics for fans of folk and jazz.

by Ty Pendlebury 9 days ago

$599.98 Check prices

Spotify, Apple Music and 4 more: What's the best music app for you?

We compare the big six streaming music services.

by Ty Pendlebury Apr 6, 2020

Shure Aonic 215 true wireless earbuds review: Beats for audiophiles

While they're expensive and not as feature rich as some competing models, Shure's first true wireless earbuds have an innovative design and stay true to the company's in-ear monitor heritage.

by David Carnoy Apr 5, 2020

$279.00 Check prices

Beats Powerbeats 4 review: Big upgrade over its predecessor, but behind the times

The latest Powerbeats wireless sports headphone is essentially the Powerbeats Pro with a cord. But is it worth $150?

by David Carnoy Mar 31, 2020

$149.95 - $149.99 Check prices

UE Hyperboom review: A jumbo portable Bluetooth speaker that rocks

It's not cheap, nor is it light, but the Hyberboom packs some serious punch -- and it looks and sounds more like a real speaker.

by David Carnoy Mar 26, 2020

$399.99 Check prices

These $50 true wireless earbuds are the best value in Anker's line

Anker's Soundcore Life P2 earbuds check a lot of boxes -- including decent sound and good headset performance -- in the hunt for good cheap AirPod alternatives.

by David Carnoy Mar 18, 2020

$59.99 Check prices

Roku Smart Soundbar: A simple, potent streaming combination

The soundbar-slash-streamer is a simple one-stop upgrade and now offers optional surround speakers.

by Ty Pendlebury Mar 17, 2020

$159.99 - $179.99 Check prices

Samsung's 2020 soundbars go hard on Atmos and gaming features

Samsung's new soundbars offer a plethora of features including a gaming-console sensing mode and the ability to use your TV's speakers as extra channels.

by Ty Pendlebury Jan 5, 2020

Soundbar vs. speakers: Which TV audio system sounds best?

Whether you're looking at a soundbar or a full surround sound set, these are the tips you need to buy the system that's right for you.

by Ty Pendlebury Dec 28, 2019

Sony WH-1000XM3 review: The best noise-canceling headphone you can buy

The third iteration of the WH-1000X is more comfortable, sounds slightly better and features even better noise-canceling performance along with USB-C charging.

by David Carnoy Nov 22, 2019

$348.00 - $349.99 Check prices

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