Latest Audio Reviews
I tested the Grado SR80 open-back headphones — and they make my music sound like vinyl
The Grado SR80 are open-back, on-ear headphones with retro aesthetics and wired connectivity, great for casual listening, but weirdly expensive.
I tested the minimalist Cambridge Audio L/R S — and they’re some of the most premium-feeling midrange speakers on the market
RecommendedThe Cambridge Audio L/R S are high-quality bookshelf speakers with a huge range of connectivity types and clean sound.
Ruark Audio Sabre-R review: Bookshelf speakers for grown-ups
RecommendedBeautiful, warm hi-fi sound and looks to die for… what more could you want?
Google Home Speaker review: modest upgrades, but Gemini is the star
Aside from its design, the Google Home Speaker isn't a huge upgrade over the Nest Audio, and you can get all the same Gemini features on both devices.
I just tested Soundboks’ portable party speaker — and it’s so close to be being great
The Soundboks Mix is a powerful and incredibly loud party speaker, which delivers ground-shaking bass and 40 hours of battery life. But it has some flaws.
Open-earbuds aren’t usually for everyone, but I’m certain that the Beyerdynamic Amiron ZERO earbuds are the exception to that rule
Editor's ChoiceThe Beyerdynamic Amiron ZERO earbuds are the best open-earbuds I’ve tested, with detailed sound and impressive comfort that will please anyone.
I just tested KEF’s first soundbar — it’s $2,500 and one of the best home cinema products I’ve ever used
RecommendedKEF XIO is a soundbar with big ambitions and a big price tag. At $2,500, this is only for the serious home cinema enthusiasts, but it won’t disappoint you.
Tribit has done it again — the brand-new StormBox Micro 3 rivals JBL for under $70
Editor's ChoiceThe Tribit StormBox Micro 3 proves that you don’t need to spend a lot of cash to get a durable speaker with awesome sound.
