Theo NicolakisFreelance contributor, TechHive
Theo Nicolakis is a C-Level technologist and digital communications professional. He's also a passionate audiophile and home theater aficionado.
Best soundbars to improve your TV's audio
Find the best soundbar for music and movies and that's the perfect fit for your budget.
Best noise-cancelling headphones
Noise-cancelling headphones aren't just for travel, they will isolate you from all sorts of audio distractions so you can concentrate on your music. We'll guide you to the best models.
Bowers & Wilkins PI7 true wireless in-ear headphone review: This one’s for the audiophiles
If you think active noise cancellation can’t help but alter the sound, you need to listen to these in-ear monitors.
Andover Audio SpinSub review: Deeply satisfying vinyl listening thanks to deep, vibration-free bass
The affordable SpinSub is the perfect low-frequency companion to the company’s SpinBase turntable speaker, pumping the bass from a remarkably vibration-free enclosure.
Best headphones: Our top picks for personal listening
Whether you're looking for an over-the-ear, on-ear, or in-ear model, we'll help you find the perfect pair.
Astell&Kern USB-C Dual DAC Cable review: A plug-n-play audio upgrade for everyone except iOS users
Astell&Kern's USB-C Dual DAC Cable is a simple, modestly priced way to improve your computer or Android device's audio output, but iPhone users need not apply.
Yamaha's headphone won't wow you with extraneous features, but its superb sonic signature rings true even with its active noise cancelling enabled.
Bang & Olufsen Beoplay Portal ANC headphone review: Audiophile gamers rejoice
This premium headphone will please audiophiles, road warriors, and Xbox gamers, but they'll all have to pay to play.
Outstanding audio performance; broad format compatibility, including MQA; excellent build quality; and a $99 price tag make this headphone accessory a no-brainer.
Astell&Kern KANN Alpha review: This digital audio player delivers the high-res goods
With pristine sound, support for every major high-res wireless codec, power to drive any headphone, and elegant industrial design A&K's Kann Alpha delivers sonic bliss.
Best high-resolution digital audio player: Which DAP reigns supreme?
We review hi-res audio players from Astell&Kern, Pioneer, Questyle, and more. Find out which shine above the others.
RSL CG5 loudspeaker review: High-end sound with a budget price tag
A smooth, non-fatiguing sound; premium build quality; and patented Compression Guide design are the RSL CG5's recipe for endless nights of musical bliss.
Focal Chora 806 bookshelf speaker review: A taste of high-end audio
The Chora's beautiful build and styling is outmatched only by its sonic punch.
JBL L82 Classic review: This retro ride will knock your socks off with its amazing sound
Exceptional dynamics, authoritative bass, a huge sound stage, and uncanny musicality headline the sonic strengths of this outstanding monitor.
If you value audio performance more than active noise cancelling, the Shure Aonic 50 headphones deserve a listen. Just be aware of a few
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