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  • AE1 Classic 40th Review_3
    Bookshelf Speaker

    AE1 Classic 40th Anniversary Bookshelf Speakers Review

    The retro trend has taken hold in the audio world, with many brands reissuing their classic icons. However, not every brand can pull this off; it requires two essential elements: a venerable brand history and a universally recognized classic masterpiece. At this year’s Munich High-End Show, a familiar silhouette caught my eye in Acoustic Energy’s…

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  • VDH 3T The Mountain Hybrid Review_1
    Cable

    VDH 3T The Mountain Hybrid Balanced Interconnect Cable Review

    The Dutch cable brand Van Den Hul has consistently garnered high praise among audiophiles. However, the brand tends to maintain a low profile, eschewing flashy packaging and aesthetics for a pure, unadorned presentation of its cables. Compared to the opulence and marketing prowess of some major cable manufacturers, VDH might not immediately grab attention. Yet,…

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  • Revival Audio ATALANTE 7 _vo Review_1
    Floorstanding Speaker

    Revival Audio ATALANTE 7 Évo Review

    From the renowned ATALANTE 5 bookshelf speakers that marked its inception, to the smaller ATALANTE 3 bookshelf, the mid-sized ATALANTE 4 floorstanders, and now the latest flagship, the ATALANTE 7 Évo, the addition of “Évo” signifies “Evolution.” This designation highlights the adoption of Revival Audio’s newest generation Évo drivers. However, the evolution extends beyond just…

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  • Sennheiser AMBEO Plus_Tidal Connect_Soundbar Review_11
    Audio Lab

    The Phantom Stage: How to Fix Weak Virtual Surround Sound on Your Soundbar

    You bought into the dream. The marketing on the box promised “Immersive 3D Audio,” “Cinematic Surround,” and “Dolby Atmos” from a single, sleek bar sitting beneath your TV. You set it up, queued up an action movie, and waited to be enveloped by sound. But instead of hearing bullets whiz past your ears or rain…

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  • The Sound of Silence: How to Fix Turntable Hum, Buzz, and Distortion
    Audio Lab

    The Sound of Silence: How to Fix Turntable Hum, Buzz, and Distortion

    There is a romantic ritual to playing vinyl. You gently slide the record from its sleeve, place it on the platter, and lower the tonearm. You expect the warm, rich crackle of analog sound. Instead, you are greeted by an aggressive electrical buzz, a deep hum, or distorted music that sounds like it is being…

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  • JBL L82 Classic MK2
    Audio Lab

    The Phantom Rattle: How to Diagnose and Fix Speaker Vibration and Noise

    There is a specific kind of heartbreak known only to audiophiles. You have finally set up your system, optimized your listening position, and queued up your favorite reference track. The bass kicks in, deep and immersive—and then you hear it. Bzzt. Whhhoosh. Rattle. Instead of clean, musical bass, you are greeted by a mechanical distraction…

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  • JBL TUNE 120TWS earphone
    Audio Lab

    The Lag Dilemma: Solving Wireless Headphone Audio Latency and Sync Issues

    You are deep into a battle royale game, scanning the horizon. Suddenly, you take damage. A split second later, you hear the gunshot. Too late—you are already down. Or perhaps you are watching a movie, and the actor’s lips stop moving a fraction of a second before their voice finishes the sentence. This is the…

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  • The Mumble Fix: A Master Guide to Restoring Dialogue Clarity in Home Theaters
    Audio Lab

    The Mumble Fix: A Master Guide to Restoring Dialogue Clarity in Home Theaters

    There is a scenario every movie lover knows too well. You are watching a blockbuster film, engrossed in the tension. The music swells, explosions rock the room, and you frantically grab the remote to turn the volume down. Then, the scene cuts to a quiet conversation between two characters. Suddenly, you can’t hear a word….

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  • AE1 Classic 40th Review_6
    Audio Lab

    The Invisible Component: Mastering Room Acoustics, Reverb, and Echo

    You have spent thousands of dollars on amplifiers, DACs, and high-end loudspeakers. You have carefully selected high-resolution audio tracks. Yet, when you sit down to listen, the bass sounds boomy and indistinct, the vocals are washed out, and the cymbal crashes linger in the air like a metallic haze. The problem isn’t your equipment. It…

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  • Dali Menuet SE
    Audio Lab

    The Phantom Center: A Complete Guide to Fixing Stereo Imaging and Soundstage Issues

    You sit down in your listening chair, queue up a favorite track, and close your ears. You expect the singer’s voice to float perfectly in the middle of the room, distinct and holographic, while the instruments fan out wide around them. Instead, the voice sounds vague—like it’s coming from everywhere and nowhere at once. Or…

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  • Dali Epikore 3
    Audio Lab

    Silence the Static: A Complete Guide to Eliminating Speaker Hiss, Crackle, and Hum

    There is nothing quite like the anticipation of dropping the needle on a favorite record or queuing up a high-definition movie, only to be greeted by a persistent, rhythmic buzzing or a sharp hiss from your speakers. It turns a moment of relaxation into a troubleshooting nightmare. Electrical noise—often described as static, crackling, humming, or…

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  • Fosi Audio GR70
    Amplifier / AV Receiver

    Fosi Audio GR70 Tube Headphone Amplifier Review

    My first encounter with the Fosi Audio brand was online. Late last year, HiFiReport decided to expand its services beyond its established written reviews by launching an official video channel. While this step was taken a bit later than some, we’ve been fortunate enough to see some initial success – we’re easily pleased! This success…

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  • Anthem MRX SLM
    Amplifier / AV Receiver

    Anthem MRX SLM Surround Amplifier Review

    If there were an award for uniquely designed products that leave a lasting impression, this year’s vote would go to the Anthem MRX SLM. This is, without a doubt, the lightest and thinnest 5.1 channel surround amplifier I have ever encountered. It is the undisputed king of slim and lightweight! The Ultra-Light, Ultra-Slim King of…

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  • Ray Audio 300B PP
    Amplifier / AV Receiver

    Ray Audio 300B PP Integrated Amplifier Review

    Ray Audio, a name synonymous with quality audio equipment from Hwa Ke Sound, has once again captivated the audiophile community. Following the successful launch of their 2A3 PP amplifier at the 2025 Audio Show, a clear demand emerged for a more powerful rendition featuring the iconic 300B tube. Catering to the fervent requests of their…

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  • sonos five bluetooth speaker
    Audio Lab

    Erratic Volume Fluctuations: Troubleshooting Unpredictable Audio Levels

    You are settling in for a movie night, popcorn in hand. The opening scene begins, and suddenly the dialogue is a whisper. You grab the remote and crank the volume up to 40. Moments later, an explosion scene hits, and the sound blasts so loud it rattles the windows, sending you scrambling to turn it…

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  • Dali Menuet SE
    Audio Lab

    The Phantom Menace: Solving the Mystery of Quiet Rear Surround Speakers

    You invested in a 5.1 or 7.1 home theater system to bring the cinema experience into your living room. You spent an afternoon crawling behind the TV stand, running wires under rugs, and mounting speakers on the wall. Finally, you sit down to watch an action movie, expecting to be enveloped in a 360-degree soundfield….

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  • _ Dali Rubikore Cinema Review_3
    Audio Lab

    The “Blanket Effect”: Why Your HiFi Speakers Sound Muffled and How to Restore Clarity

    There is a specific moment of dread that every audiophile eventually encounters. You sit down in your listening position, cue up a familiar track—perhaps a jazz standard with intricate cymbal work or a classical piece with soaring violins—and something feels wrong. The sparkle is gone. The “air” that usually surrounds the instruments has vanished, replaced…

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  • McGee Ear Play___CP_ Review_1
    Audio Lab

    One Side of Headphones Quieter or Silent: Diagnosing Channel Imbalance Issues

    There are few audio frustrations more annoying than putting on your favorite pair of headphones only to find that the music is drifting to the left or right. Channel imbalance—where one side is quieter than the other, or completely silent—can ruin the immersion of a great song or the competitive edge in a video game….

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