Quantcast
Channel: CNET Topics - Audio
Browsing all 679 articles
Browse latest View live

Bose is spying on us, lawsuit alleges

The proposed class-action suit claims the audio company uses its wireless headphones and Bose Connect app to collect private data and sell it to third parties, report says.

View Article


Pono is dead. Probably. Long live Xstream.

Neil Young has announced a new streaming service called Xstream after struggling to build a new digital music store for his Ponoplayer.

View Article


The best audio gifts for young graduates

It's not easy picking out an audio gift for your recent grad, but you'll definitely find some ideas in this roundup of CNET's favorite audio gear.

View Article

Onkyo unveils universal streaming speaker

Onkyo's NCP-302 benchtop speaker will be one of the first products to support both Play-Fi and Google Cast streaming standards.

View Article

Vizio's 2017 audio range offers Chromecast compatibility

Vizio unveiled its 2017 range of audio gear this week which includes a portable wireless speaker in addition to new sound bars.

View Article


Finding audiophile bliss with a high-end Japanese amplifier

Here's a tube amp for the 21st century, the Luxman LX-380

View Article

The Beatles''Sgt. Pepper's' album gets a remix and makeover

"Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band" is about to celebrate its 50th anniversary with a brand new stereo mix!

View Article

New Beatles turntables shown off at 'Sgt. Pepper's' listening party

What do The Beatles, Pro-Ject turntables and singer Elvis Costello have in common? A 50th anniversary listening party for one of rock's most enduring albums, that's what!

View Article


Mytek Brooklyn is an audiophile dream component

The Mytek Brooklyn is more than just a digital converter, it's also a preamp for your turntable.

View Article


Does digital music sound better than analog?

Audiophiles are still divided on the subject, but one thing is certain, the fascination with analog is still going strong.

View Article

The all-new Beatles 'Sgt. Pepper's' remix is a knockout

The Audiophiliac reviews the newly remixed Beatles "Sgt. Pepper's" album.

View Article

Is recorded music better than live music -- or is it the other way around?

The Audiophiliac ponders the live vs. recorded music question.

View Article

A kinder, gentler sound for digital audio

Old tech lends a new sound to the BorderPatrol Digital to Analogue Converter.

View Article


Crosley’s flagship turntable wows the Audiophiliac

If you’re thinking about getting into vinyl in a serious way with limited funds, the Crosley C10 turntable is a good place to start.

View Article

Technics SL-1200GR turntable, for DJs or audiophiles or both?

The Technics SL-1200GR may look like a DJ turntable, but it’s also a superb turntable for everybody else.

View Article


Chromecast audio is a crazy good, cheap streamer the size of a cookie video

Google's Chromecast Audio is a great upgrade to any speaker system bringing wi-fi, multi-room music and voice control for an affordable price.​

View Article

Sutherland KC Vibe preamp unlocks unheard magic in your LPs

The Sutherland KC Vibe phono preamp sounds sweet. Real sweet.

View Article


A musician’s take on the analog-digital divide

The Audiophiliac reviews Damon Krukowski’s new book “The New Analog: Listening and Reconnecting in a Digital World.”

View Article

An insanely great phono cartridge for well-heeled audiophiles

The Audiophiliac finds analog bliss with the Koetsu Urishi Sky Blue phono cartridge.

View Article

Get ready to upgrade over receiver sound quality

PS Audio’s Stellar components wow the Audiophiliac.

View Article
Browsing all 679 articles
Browse latest View live