Articles by Theo Nicolakis
The best headphones 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.
Best noise-cancelling headphones
Active noise-cancelling headphones aren't just for travel, and the best models won't mess with your audio experience in the ways that some early models did.
Roon ARC review: We test Roon 2.0's most significant new feature
The latest update to Roon ARC, designed to complement the Roon server software, finally makes it an essential (though not yet perfect) complement to anyone’s Roon experience.
Sony HT-A5000 soundbar review: Immersive audio without wires
Combined with Sony's wireless SA-RS5 rear speakers and SA-SW3 wireless sub, the Sony HT-A5000 delivers superb Dolby Atmos and DTS:X performance.
Best high-res digital audio players
Looking to take your hi-fi audio wherever you go? You want the best digital audio player you can afford.
Mark Levinson No. 5909 headphone review: More than just luxurious
These noise-cancelling headphones feature an impeccable build, great noise cancellation, and high-resolution audio performance.
Libratone's Air+ noise-cancelling earbuds are good, not great
You'll find better true wireless noise-cancelling earbuds for the price of the Libratone Air+ (2nd Gen).
Sony's WH-1000XM5 ANC headphone raises the bar
Yes, you can have it all: Sony delivers best-in-class active noise cancellation with virtually no compromise in sonic performance.
The Beoplay EX true wireless sound oh so sweet
These beautiful in-ear headphones look, fit, and sound so fantastic, you might not care that they don’t offer best-in-class active noise cancelling.
The best in-ear, noise-cancelling headphones: Sony's WF-1000XM4
These true-wireless headphones knocked our socks off with their music, phone-call, and noise-cancelling abilities.
Monolith by Monoprice: High-end audio on a budget
If you have room for a spacious home theater, but your speaker budget is constraining your cinema dreams, consider these affordable components. by Monoprice.
Sennheiser's CX Plus True Wireless headphone delivers
With outstanding bass, reliable wireless performance, solid ANzC, and aptX Adaptive, the reasonably priced CX Plus offer plenty of value.
Roon Labs Nucleus music server review: Exquisite hardware for exceptional software
The Nucleus is a superb—but very expensive—platform for running Roon Labs' marvelous Roon music server software.
Mixcder E7 wirelesss headphone review: Active noise cancelling for very tight budgets
Just don't expect these ultra low-priced wireless ANC headphones to be Bose or Sony busters.
Audio-Technica AT-LP120-USB turntable review: Listen to your vinyl collection and digitize it, too
Vinyl records are making a major comeback, but digital recordings are better suited to mobile pursuits. Audio-Technica's USB turntable gives you the best of both worlds.