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JLab Block Party wireless speaker review

JLab zigs where Sonos zags, providing a loud and affordable multiroom Bluetooth speaker you can take anywhere, no app required.
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V-Moda Forza Metallo Wireless Review

Whether you’re a public transit commuter or a marathon runner, V-Moda’s Forza Metallo Wireless are among the best fitting — and sounding — wireless in-ears you’ll find.
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Crosley C20 turntable review

Crosley proves it can go beyond the entry level with its audiophile-grade. In our Crosley C20 turntable review we explore its beautiful styling and astonishing analog playback, all at a fair price.
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JBL E55BT Quincy Edition review

The JBL E55BT Quincy Jones Edition Bluetooth headphones have great looks, and a vibrant high range that brings the legendary producer’s music to life.
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JBL E55BT review

In our JBL E55BT review we detail these Bluetooth headphones' simple looks, solid functionality, and great sound at an attractive price point.
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Riva Arena compact multiroom speaker review

Our Riva Arena review reveals a feature-packed multiroom speaker with excellent audio quality and streaming versatility.
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Riva Festival multiroom speaker review

Great looks, a massive number of input options, and wide stereophonic sound make the Riva Festival an excellent multiroom option.
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Sony WH-1000xM2 review

Our Sony WH-1000xM2 review explains how Sony took a class-leading noise-canceling headphone, made them even better, then dropped the price.
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Sony MDR-1000x review

The Sony MDR-1000x over-ear headphones are extremely comfortable, sound great, and offer some of the best active noise cancellation on the market.
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Yamaha R-N803 review

With excellent sound, a vast array of streaming options, and custom room tuning software built-in, Yamaha’s R-N803 is an affordable way to get your audiophile on.
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Bowers and Wilkins 702 S2 Review

The Bowers and Wilkins 702 S2 speakers are a beautiful pair of floorstanding speakers that beautifully reproduce instrumental music, but they may not be right for everyone.
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Marshall Mid A.N.C. headphones review

The Marshall Mid A.N.C. tack active noise cancelling onto the company’s outstanding Bluetooth model, but is the significant price hike is worth the added solitude?
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Naim Uniti Atom review

If you’re an audiophile who has embraced the wonders of on-demand music streaming, Naim’s Uniti Atom is ready to be the center of your digital audio universe.
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Jabra Elite 65t review

Jabra’s Elite 65t true wireless earbuds offer features and pricing that match up nicely with Apple’s uber-popular AirPods. But can these new upstarts dethrone the king?
Crosley C6 Turntable Review

Crosley C6 turntable review

If you’re new to the world of analog audio, it can be hard to find an affordable turntable to spin your growing vinyl collection, let alone one that’s stylish enough to feature prominently in your living room. The sleek new Crosley C6 is designed to solve this problem. But does it sound as good as it looks?
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Audioengine A5+ wireless speakers review

As with any wireless take on a great set of speakers, the Bluetooth-connected variant of Audioengine’s A5+ speakers had us very excited when they arrived in our A/V testing room. How do they compete with the superb original model, and could the wireless connection make them the perfect pair of speakers for jackless phone owners?
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Optoma UHD50 Projector review

The Optoma UHD50 projector is the latest stab at making huge, cinema-quality images affordable. Does Optoma's 4K HDR device transform your living room into a movie theater, or is getting cinema-quality projection at home still only possible for the execs?
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Sony WF-SP700N wireless headphones review

With excellent bass and a very comfortable fit, Sony’s WF-SP700N distinguish themselves from many fully wireless in-ear headphones, but do they have what it takes to compete with our top picks? In our WF-SP700N review, we pit Sony’s compact headphones against industry leaders to see how they stack up.
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Bose SoundSport Free true wireless headphones review

As early pioneers in the world of noise-canceling and digital signal processing, Bose has long been at the forefront of new audio technology. In our review of the SoundSport Free -- the company's first fully wireless in-ears -- we discover how Bose's latest tech stacks up against top-tier offerings from the likes of Apple and Jabra.
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Even H3 Wireless Hands-On Review

The Even H3 Wireless offer similar looks and the same custom “audio fingerprint” tuning as their slightly larger predecessor, but they aren’t without their own special quirks when it comes to day to day usability. Here’s how they compare to the Even H2 and other custom-tuned headphones.
BenQ TK800 Projector Review

BenQ TK800 Review

With gorgeous 4K picture, 3,000 lumens of brightness, and effective HDR performance, the BenQ TK800 projector is an affordable home cinema monster that you don’t have to place in a completely darkened room -- making it one of the most versatile projectors we’ve ever had the pleasure of testing.
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JBL 306P MkII review

The JBL 306P MkII are a stylish and affordable set of powered studio monitors geared towards budget conscious content creators. Whether you’re a podcaster, videographer, or bedroom musician, the 306P MkII are a perfect tool to shape the sounds of your latest home project.
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Bowers and Wilkins PX review

Noise cancellation doesn’t have to ruin sound quality, and Bowers and Wilkins proves it with the PX headphones. In our PX review we matched the company’s first noise-canceling cans against the top options from Bose and Sony to see if they slay the competition, or whether you should save a few bucks to cop a pair of less-stylish headphones.
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Master and Dynamic MW07 True Wireless In-Ear Headphones Review

Premium audio brand Master and Dynamic has taken aim at the more elegant (and higher-rolling) side of the true wireless headphone market with its new MW07 model, designed for those who are after gorgeous looks and the best possible sound. Are they worth the dough, or should you stick to more established options?
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Panasonic RP-HD605N headphones review

The name might be a mouthful, but Panasonic’s new noise-canceling headphones offer some of the best value in the segment. With cool features, great battery life, and shockingly great sound, here’s why Panasonic’s RP-HD605N compete with the major players from Sony and Bose at a lower price.
Phiaton Bolt BT 700 review

Phiaton Bolt BT 700 review

With a simple design, five hours of battery life, and a charging case that offers a built-in Bluetooth speaker, the Phiaton Bolt BT 700 are a great pair of true wireless earbuds at an extremely palatable price. If you’re in the market for a swiss army knife of sound, they may be just the ticket.
Sony UBP-X800 review

Sony UBP-X800 review

With gorgeous 4K HDR picture and high-end audio decoding that includes support for both Dolby Atmos and DTS:X, Sony’s UBP-X800 is the best Ultra HD Blu-ray player on the market right now -- and it’s more affordable than you might think. If you’re looking to take your home theater to the next level, look no further.
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Paradigm Persona B hands-on review

Paradigm’s astonishingly transparent Persona B bookshelf speakers offer incredible sound to bring you inside the studio, onto the stage, and closer to the souls of your favorite musicians than ever. With the ability to virtually disappear behind the instruments, they offer one of the most satisfying listening experiences you’ll find.
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Mobvoi Ticpods Free review

With silicone eartips, water resistance, and a more palatable price tag, Mobvoi’s Ticpods Free are impressive AirPod doppelgangers. But for all the great things they have going for them, there’s one thing that’s still holding them back from shaking the AirPods’ stronghold on the market.
AKG N700NC review

AKG N700NC review

With gorgeous looks, impressive noise reduction, and great sound, AKG’s N700NC are a formidable entry into the wireless noise-canceling headphone race. We pit them up against the best on the market from Bose and Sony to figure out if they can take the top spot.
Riva Concert Review

Riva Concert review

The Riva Concert series speaker is a fantastic small-profile smart speaker with Alexa integration, truly excellent sound, and great looks, making it the perfect addition to your kitchen, living room, or bedroom. With even more features than the Sonos One.
RHA TrueConnect Review

RHA TrueConnect review

RHA takes all of the best features (and a good portion of the looks) from Apple’s popular AirPods and ups the ante with Bluetooth 5.0 and sweat-proofing, making them among the most compelling true wireless headphones available.
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Focal Sphear Wireless review

Focal’s Sphear Wireless are a sleek and simple pair of banded Bluetooth earbuds with exceptional sound and an affordable price. With sound and battery life improvements coming to true wireless headphones on the horizon in 2019, the Sphear Wireless rank as some of the only non-true wireless earbuds we’d consider buying right now.
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Shure SE215 Wireless in-ear headphones review

In our Shure SE215 Wireless review, we examine how excellent sound, and an easy switch to a wired cable, makes the brand’s first wireless entry a success.
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Pioneer HDJ-X5BT-K Review

The Pioneer HDJ-X5BT-K are designed to give budget-conscious DJs two great headphones in one: A pair of wireless over-ears for daily smartphone listening, and a club-worthy pair of cans for wired listening behind the decks. With great sound and clean looks, they’re an enticing option for those who both make and enjoy music.
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JBL/Under Armour True Wireless Flash review

JBL and Under Armour’s True Wireless Flash are a compelling pair of wireless in-ears with great battery life, a comfortable fit, and fantastic waterproofing, making them among the best workout headphones you’ll find. Just don’t plan on putting the included charging case in your pocket.
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JBL Live 650BTNC Review

A long-lasting battery, solid active noise cancelation, and vibrant sound make the JBL Live 650BTNC a great pair of headphones for everyday listening. If you’re looking for a value-packed set of all-around headphones that work well anywhere, these are a fine choice.
Jabra Elite 85h Review

Jabra Elite 85H Review

Jabra’s wireless noise-canceling headphones offer massive battery life, advanced controls, and great sound at $50 less than top options from Sony and Bose. Do they have what it takes to compete with the best on the market? We put the latest from Jabra through a battery of tests and walked away impressed.