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I've reviewed loads of budget soundbars — these are the 3 mistakes you're making
By Erin Bashford last updated
I've tested loads of budget soundbars, but it's easy to grow disappointed with their lower-quality sound. Here's how I make the most of budget soundbars.

5 best classical arrangements for testing your headphones
By Tammy Rogers published
Whenever I test headphones, I use a range of different genres to check out the audio quality. One of the most demanding genres is classical music. These are the 5 tracks I use every time.

I added this under-monitor soundbar to my desk setup — and it's the perfect space saver
By Anthony Spadafora last updated
The BlueAnt Soundblade isn’t your typical soundbar since it features a built-in subwoofer and is designed for under your monitor.

I’ve used the Sony WF-C710N earbuds for three months — here are 3 things I like and 2 I don’t
By Nikita Achanta last updated
It's been three months since I reviewed the Sony WF-C710N earbuds, and there are clearly three things I love about them... but two that I don't like as much.

I'm an audio reviewer who can't ditch her AirPods — sue me. Here's what other brands need to do to make me switch
By Erin Bashford last updated
Even though I literally review earbuds for a living, I just can't quit my AirPods. Why? Oh, so many reasons. I'll tell you all of them now.

My Kitchen HomePod is about to die — what will I replace it with?
By Tammy Rogers published
The HomePod mini that lives in my kitchen is about to die — but what smart speaker is going to replace it, and does it even need to be smart?

The Marshall Monitor IIIs are my favorite headphones — and they’re currently $30 off
By Nikita Achanta published
The Marshall Monitor IIIs are extremely comfortable and boast fantastic sound and long battery life — and you can save some bucks with this Amazon deal.

Not everyone needs Dolby Atmos: here's why I think you might be one of them
By Erin Bashford last updated
Dolby Atmos is seen as the pinnacle of audio quality, but does your soundbar need Dolby Atmos? I go through all the reasons why it might be overkill.
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