What’s also changed is scope. Fosi is no longer just a DAC-and-amp company. The lineup now stretches into headphones, turntables, subwoofers, and passive speakers, signaling a brand that’s trying to ...

The Helm Audio Bolt DAC/AMP’s outstanding audio performance; ability to decode every major high-res audio format—including MQA; ultra-compact form factor; and $99 price makes it a must-have device.

On the output side, the K11 R2R provides both single ended and balanced headphone connections. The 6.35 mm single ended ...

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An external DAC is an essential purchase for anyone looking to stream hi-res music from services like Apple Music, Qobuz, or Tidal, and the DragonFly Cobalt combines portability with incredible ...

Last week, we took a look at the Magni and Modi headphone amp and DAC combo from Schiit Audio. Today, we’re taking things one step further with the Asgard 3, complete with the AK4490 DAC module. It’s ...

The Cambridge Audio MXN10 network streamer ($499) and DacMagic 200M DAC ($549) offer excellent sound, high build quality, and easy usability in a compact form factor for a wide variety of systems. If ...

Tone chasing is a serious addiction. Ask any musician or audiophile and the will tell you that it is phantom lingering just beyond reach. Every new piece of equipment promises one more unexplored way ...

I’ve got some bad news: Those nice headphones and great speakers that you spent so much money on? They probably don’t sound as good as they could. You spent the time searching for the best audio gear ...

If you’re looking to build your own iPod or iPhone stereo, AirPlay audio system, or desktop audio system, you could buy self-powered speakers, such as computer speakers or studio monitors. But with a ...