VNYL says TRNTBL streams "uncompressed audio," which will certainly appeal to audiophiles, although many audiophiles might be suspect of a turntable at this price.
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Audiophiles might not appreciate the way songs are modified It's also unclear how audiophiles will feel about the way in which songs are modified.
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Nevertheless, LG's V20 takes aim at audiophiles as a means of differentiation, as did the "engineered for audiophiles" HTC 10, HTC One A9, and LG's V20 predecessor, the V10.
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So, you know, not really for the audiophiles out there.
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Attention, active audiophiles: You've got a friend in Walmart lately.
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The Q Acoustics 3020i bookshelf speakers seem tuned for audiophiles.
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But mainstream adoption takes more than Kickstarter nerds and audiophiles.
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Audiophiles and audio professionals view such recordings with special regard.
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That's not a criticism; that mess is fun for audiophiles.
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Maybe I hang out with very different kinds of audiophiles.
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Echo Studio The Echo the audiophiles have been waiting for.
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Start by joining the Tribe, Vinylmnky's community of vinyl-listening' audiophiles.
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But will audiophiles really shell out that much money for headphones?
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Audiophiles will never like Beats, but the company couldn't care less.
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The Freedoms aren't exactly for audiophiles, but they sound pretty good.
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Audiophiles may rejoice at the rattling off of these technical components.
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Some audiophiles dislike Bose with a passion, and noise cancelling in general.
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These headphones might not please audiophiles who prefer open-backed, planar headphones.
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The G7 is the best handset for audiophiles who use wired headphones.
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Sonos, a competing speaker system aimed at audiophiles, is a setup nightmare.
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Of course, for audiophiles, it'll all come down to sound and format support.
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Some audiophiles still maintain that wired headphones sound better than their wireless equivalents.
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Audiophiles and normals alike, then, should be pleased with Deezer HiFi's widened compatibility.
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But audiophiles who hear the speakers "fall in love" with them, Sannie claims.
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Another suite of devices announced on Thursday is aimed to appeal to audiophiles.
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The Fidelio X2HR headphones are for audiophiles who appreciate an authentic listening experience.
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Listen up audiophiles, because you can now save on the Fidelio X2HR headphones.
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The company makes high-end, web-connected speakers for audiophiles and music fans.
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Apple is revamping its headphone offerings in ways that ought to get audiophiles excited.
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SugarCube maintains the vinyl experience while making it a little better for the audiophiles.
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Audiophiles, cinephiles, and gamers alike know the value of a good pair of headphones.
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For audiophiles, there's the Echo Link, Echo Link Amp, Echo Sub, and Echo Input.
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For audiophiles, there is the excellent Meridian system with its accurate and detailed soundstage.
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It's well-tuned and clear, which is great news for audiophiles on a budget.
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WIRED found 15 delightful gifts for the music lovers and audiophiles in your life.
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For audiophiles, there are other issues, laid out here by my colleague Nilay Patel.
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But like audiophiles, coffee people are kind of suckers for a nice piece of equipment.
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Though the Phantom Gold is a high-fidelity speaker, the company's not targeting audiophiles specifically.
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The two men, both audiophiles, became obsessed with the idea of crafting a perfect loudspeaker.
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Convenience for audiophiles is a pair of cans that don't require a toaster-sized amplifier.
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Audiophiles with lots of wired accessories, for example, may find using a converter too inconvenient.
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Audiophiles will appreciate that it has a woofer with a custom amplifier and seven tweeters.
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To make the most of your listening experience, however, you need tech designed for audiophiles.
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Powered by Android, the new Sony Walkman comes with a slew of features for audiophiles.
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But Vizio bets that audiophiles will want the ability to turn this feature on and off.
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With 2789 hours of battery life, audiophiles and frequent travelers alike are sure to appreciate these.
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As far as we're concerned, these are the best pick for tiny audiophiles in the making.
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But audiophiles are still sceptical about the sound quality of vinyl records produced in this way.
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They're made for and by true audiophiles, delivering movie theater-quality surround sound through 10mm speakers.
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It was considered the world's best, and it was a stretch for most folks except audiophiles.
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The WIRED Gear Team's resident audiophiles say this is the best Bluetooth speaker you can buy.
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Audiophiles are getting a new way to listen to one of the top formats for lossless music.
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Dynamic software will automatically tune your experience, but there are a ton of customization options for audiophiles.
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Its system is supposed to provide "the smoothest possible rotary control," although audiophiles may still be skeptical.
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Now I'm sure audiophiles would recommend putting $350 elsewhere if sound quality alone is your deciding factor.
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Bose QuietComfort headphones have earned their reputation among audiophiles for their noise-cancellation and balanced audio performance.
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And yet, without support for local or streaming high-resolution audio, it's not good enough for audiophiles.
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Audiophiles will probably appreciate the amount of customization here, but anything less would've been disappointing from Marshall.
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They might not sound the best, but to many of us that aren't audiophiles it simply doesn't matter.
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Audiophiles, who tend to have more dollars than sense, go nuts for planars, and they're usually priced accordingly.
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The service catered to audiophiles who were disgruntled with the lower quality audio that other online stores provided.
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And, after all, it's why companies that focus on open design headphones, like Grado, are successful with audiophiles.
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No matter which version of the turntable you buy, you're getting a serious machine aimed at true audiophiles.
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In a best-case scenario, it's the Pono — Neil Young's attempt at a dedicated media player for audiophiles.
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Why do audiophiles go to such lengths when a pair of $23 Xiaomi Pistons sounds pretty good already?
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But some people are really audiophiles, and they're really into their music, and they still like owning music.
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With their amazing sound systems, hi-fi bars and clubs in New York City cater to discerning audiophiles.
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The Art of Sound: A Visual History for Audiophiles by Terry Burrows is out now from Thames & Hudson.
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The very first people to develop this method were Ruslan Bugaslovski and Boris Taigin, two audiophiles in Leningrad.
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Audiophiles often turn their noses up at digital music companies, which have a reputation for sacrificing fidelity for convenience.
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While those are all specs only audiophiles care about, it translates to controlling the sound on an entire floor.
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I know that most audiophiles hate Bluetooth audio and, perhaps, hate EarPods even more, but I loved the sound.
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More discerning audiophiles should also consider waiting for the Here One earbuds coming in early 2017 from Doppler Labs.
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This product is probably best for mobile audiophiles looking to get the most out of multiple sets of headphones.
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That's what audiophiles sometimes do to make sure they get the best quality for each aspect of the system.
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There's plenty of detail to go around as well as deep, rich low-end that audiophiles will immediately appreciate.
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While the audio sounds pretty good, audiophiles may want something with a little more detail in the high end.
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Sometimes, though, we audiophiles love the richer tone of classic vinyl running along a turntable and playing great music.
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Vinylmnky is available in the United States and internationally, so you can even surprise your abroad audiophiles with a subscription.
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I had the chance to review the wired pair a year ago, and said they're where "audiophiles meet the bourgeois".
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But unlike many audiophiles of his generation, he seemed to believe in the value of all music, from all cultures.
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Who needs to please audiophiles when the majority of people are streaming their music on Apple Music or Spotify, anyway?
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The new turntable is probably more about Sony showing audiophiles that the company is getting serious about high-quality audio.
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Beats Studio3 for $280 ($70 off) Audiophiles don't usually like Beats by Dre headphones, but our reviewer did like these!
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Hardcore audiophiles likely understood it, but many of them were already in the market for (or owned) a professional setup.
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Audiophiles have been using DACs (digital to analog converters) and preamps for ages, but typically, they're a lot more expensive.
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It's a cruel joke played by the audio gods intent on luring audiophiles to financial doom with their siren song.
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Audiophiles who also happen to own an Essential phone, now is the time to rejoice—if you're actually out there.
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Bose and Beats sit at the top of the mainstream headphone market, with fancy niche brands mixed in for hardcore audiophiles.
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Winner: Sony WH-1000XM3Sound qualityMany audiophiles are quick to point out that noise cancelation can have an effect on sound quality.
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It's a combination of high-quality consumer-grade headphones (not audiophiles stuff) that mostly sound good but have their sonic quirks.
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We just rarely hear about it, because the audiophiles that write about audio gear are almost pathologically opposed to blind testing.
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Audiophiles aren't about to give the thumbs up just because of a mainstream name, but Sony seems to have everyone impressed.
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The sound from the Grind Wireless is balanced — it's not too bassy, but it's not going to win over any audiophiles.
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Harman is best known for making car audio systems under brand names popular with audiophiles such as Harman/Kardon and JBL.
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Audiophiles with similar setups will be able to take advantage of Amazon's service with the right DAC attached to their phone.
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Audiophiles and casual listeners everywhere, LISTEN UP. Because we're kind of flipping out over this deal and we're sure you will too.
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Many audiophiles swear music sounds better on vinyl, and when we're talking vinyl versus digital, that's likely true in some key ways.
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And the other problem for USB-C audio enthusiasts is that die-hard audiophiles already have their 3.5mm, 6.35mm, and XLR cables.
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This California company has been making audio cables since 1980, building a reputation among audiophiles with a penchant for extravagant over-engineering.
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Even audiophiles might balk at this concept, but it may be the path that Apple chooses to take later this year. h2.
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Made for audiophiles and live music enthusiasts, Here can give the user a fully customized experience when they go to a show.
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For many people, any of those options would provide great sound quality, but the Beoplay A9 will definitely be appreciated by audiophiles.
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The Monitor II marks its latest foray into the headphones with active noise cancellation, features audiophiles will love, and seriously attractive looks.
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These are highly recommendable headphones with attractive physical features, refreshing simplicity, and enough listening options to please casual users and audiophiles alike.
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That's good if you want headphones that don't block out the world around you entirely, but it's not necessarily what audiophiles will want.
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This kind of reminds me of the argument when CDs came out and audiophiles complained that they didn't sound as good as vinyl.
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Polk is a well known and much celebrated audio brand with a history of making pricey floor-standing speakers for audiophiles' living rooms.
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Audiophiles appreciate a good headphone amp because it can help power your cans that might otherwise sound too soft when listening to them.
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At first he said, M&D plans to market the MA770 to audiophiles, museums and "luxury spaces", but not ruling out studios entirely.
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A couple of them caught our attention: a little module that will amaze audiophiles, and a bulky module that adds physical camera buttons.
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Regardless of what the serious audiophiles say, the Sony turntable can record up to DSD 5.6 MHz audio quality, which is quite good.
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Planar magnetic headphones are all the rage with audiophiles because they offer low-distortion sound that tends to be very accurate and clear.
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Audiophiles may pick up on the diminutive speaker's subtle lack of bass, despite it having four full-range woofers and three passive radiators.
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Panasonic is preparing to release a high-end 4K Blu-ray player targeted at audiophiles, and as you'd expect, it won't be cheap.
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To be clear, these are likely to be minor sound quality improvements that only serious audiophiles with equally high-end headphones will notice.
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MrSpeakers began life as a solo project by Clark, who earned himself a good reputation among audiophiles by modifying and improving Fostex headphones.
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You get access to 50 million songs in HD, and millions of tracks in Ultra HD — simply made for the audiophiles out there.
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They're not the ultra-balanced true wireless headphones that some audiophiles might look for, instead offering an exciting sound that most will love.
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And true audiophiles can upgrade to Amazon Music HD for $12.99 per month for Prime members, or $14.99 per month for non-members.
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The most popular music streaming offering for quality-seeking audiophiles to date has probably been Tidal, which launched to serve that specific need.
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Finally, for all you audiophiles, the debate will air live on local NPR stations and Westwood One, plus SiriusXM Channels 116, 454, 795.
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Sonos, which makes smart speakers for audiophiles and music fans, rose 32 percent in its stock market debut Thursday after a slow start.
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Sonos is still firmly at the high end of the speaker market, appealing in large part to audiophiles who like their hi-fi speakers.
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The Echo Buds aren't flawless, and I'm sure some self-described audiophiles will say the sound signature is too blatantly tailored for modern music.
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Continental admits that while it's invited sound experts like violin maker Martin Schleske to take a listen, the system hasn't been tested with audiophiles.
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I've never been a fan of that move, which would suggest that audiophiles are miserly sonic accountants instead of lovers and fans of music.
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You will find as many opinions on how numbers influence sound as you will audiophiles, but in my experience, they don't matter at all.
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I should also mention that the 1000XM3 earbuds do not support the apt-X or LDAC codecs, which might annoy some audiophiles out there.
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Before Dr. Dre and Beats came along, only committed audiophiles cared to spend more than a couple hundred dollars on a pair of headphones.
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Kolton will remain on as CEO after the merger; both brands will remain separate, letting V-Moda hold onto its strong reputation with audiophiles.
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The V20 is a flagship Android handset that caters to audiophiles The V20 will also shine a spotlight on Google's new In Apps search.
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David hopes to tap into the hunger for immersive experiences to expand Audium's offerings and grow its community beyond a core group of audiophiles.
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The phonograph had a thick plastic stylus — audiophiles are now destroying this magazine in a rage — and four speeds; my favorite was 16 r.p.m.
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This is why audiophiles spend lots of money on hardware in the first place: You need the right gear to hear differences in quality.
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So there's little reason anyone, even audiophiles, would pay for both — unlike online video, where it's conceivable a Hulu subscriber also pays for Netflix.
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For the audiophiles among you, it was a PCM encoding of only eight bits, in mono, and with a sampling frequency of just eight kilohertz.
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MQA, short for Master Quality Authentication, is among a multiplicity of formats vying to be the standard for audiophiles looking to move beyond compressed MP3s.
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Of course, there are audiophiles who might tell you true audio brands like Sennheiser or Audio-Technica would serve you better (and appear more professional).
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At their $2800 price point, these Aeon Flow models are just about within reach for aspiring audiophiles to make them their one and only purchase.
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While audiophiles like myself love IEMs for the high-quality sound—musicians prefer them for their highly accurate rendition of whatever the hell they're playing.
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Sony managed to totally reinvent its Walkman brand at last year's Consumer Electronics Show with the ZX226, a $33,23 premium music player designed for audiophiles.
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Many audiophiles have gone to the trouble of physically modifying their pair of HD 2003s just to tame its highs and obtain a sweeter sound.
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I'm looking forward to some audiophiles checking these out and discovering what 70 years of Sony-ness can really achieve when price is no object.
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AmazonBasics Portable Wireless Bluetooth Speaker, $19.99 AmazonBasics' $20 speaker may not be geared toward audiophiles, but it has all the features most people actually need.
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Sonos markets its high-end speakers to audiophiles and music nuts as the speaker industry increasingly moves toward smart assistants like Amazon's and Google's offerings.
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The average consumer couldn't tell the difference, but audiophiles with deep pockets could, which meant that MiniDiscs were never really treated as a "Serious" audio format.
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Well, it's hard to complain in this price range, but they don't have a detachable cable and they're probably not the best choice for serious audiophiles.
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Founded in 2002, Sonos' speakers and the company's tie-ups with around 100 music streaming providers, including Apple Music and Spotify, attracted audiophiles around the world.
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Sonos markets its high-end, web-connected speakers to audiophiles and music fans as the speaker industry moves toward smart assistants made by Amazon and Google.
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The Art of Sound: A Visual History for Audiophiles by Terry Burrows is an illustrated history of recorded sound, from gramophones to the rise of digital.
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Audiophiles, musicians and everyday listeners will be able to detect the superiority of its in-depth bass, and the sound of instruments that are easier to distinguish.
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Audiophiles often complain that the technology hampers sound quality since its very function injects extra noise into the output in order to cancel out the background noise.
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SINGAPORE (Reuters) - Mostly young, male audiophiles throng a Singapore hotel ballroom, intently assessing headphones, earbuds and in-ear monitors - priced from $22014 to as much as $26758,2005930.
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Though, Apple being Apple, the company will most likely fixate on the premium end of the market, say with a device for audiophiles, not just control freaks.
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By pairing up with Tidal, Lincoln is making a play for audiophiles who want a higher-quality streaming service to blast over their high-end sound systems.
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The headphones expand on AKG's Studio on-the-go Series, offering a variety of cables, ear tips, and filters to suit the preferences of audiophiles and musicians.
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Monophonic (single speaker) recordings were king back in 1967, and the then-new stereo (two speaker) format was effectively the purview of audiophiles and hi-fi fanatics.
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Riggs sees the first-generation Ossic X as something for the high-end users, specifically VR early adopters, gamers (console support is a possibility) and serious audiophiles.
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Apple's $160 AirPods may be optimized for all-day usage, but the Echo Buds' noise cancellation makes them more ideal for audiophiles and frequent travelers, says Daniel.
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And on the other extreme was Second Hand Rose's (which is still in business), the place to look for curmudgeonly audiophiles and pricey, first-edition Beatles pressings.
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Westone W40 Gen 2 Four-Drive True-Fit Earphones with MMCX Audio and Bluetooth Cables for $219 ($281 off): Westone makes high-end headphones that audiophiles love.
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That's why, for latest edition of Hype Machine, we've scoured the web for the top-reviewed speakers from the internet's most knowledgable audiophiles, adventure-seekers, and tech junkies.
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Ironically, audiophiles have managed to resurrect the more expensive and probably less environmentally sound vinyl record, but the reality is most people consume their music in digital form.
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At the same time, if you want a smartphone that you can call the one for audiophiles to get, the quad-DAC LG G6 is definitely the one.
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New this year is support for DTS:X 73D surround sound, which is aimed less at audiophiles and more at people who want their Netflix to feel more immersive.
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Rich audiophiles might find other uses for the new unit, like listening to jazz on equally expensive speakers and feeling really horny about how good it all sounds.
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A lot of audiophiles detest noise-cancelling headphones because they tend to hamper sound quality, but the Cowin E7 Pros deliver real-time audio calibration to preserve clarity.
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Sennheiser Momentum Wireless Active Noise Cancelling Headphones — $399.95 See Details And last but not least, we have the HD 4.50 — developed for audiophiles who live an active lifestyle.
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Be sure to check out our many other buying guides, including best gifts for audiophiles, gift ideas for people who love the outdoors, and the best smart displays.
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As part of its Signature Series and aimed at audiophiles who have "golden ears," the new NW-WM1Z isn't just expensive, it's also one chunky and heavy music player.
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The Quad Drivers can definitely carry the "reference-class" label, which audiophiles attach to the headphones that are considered most faithful to the original recording and the artist's intent.
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Putting a closed-back design around the beryllium speaker of the Focal Utopia, the Stellia are also sonically impressive and will wow music lovers whether they're audiophiles or not.
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For me, it's Apple's in-ear headphones (not the standard earbuds, I'm not a monster), for which the audiophiles on our team have given me no end of grief.
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It was nowhere near good enough to please the audiophiles, nor did its technology stand a chance against the added layer of polish the iPod put on digital music.
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And if the dream of high-resolution audio and its buzzworthy cousin 3D audio comes true, wireless-hopeful audiophiles will need a better way to connect their speaker systems.
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Sony is pursuing audiophiles, collectors, and connoisseurs with its new PS-HX500 turntable, a carefully crafted machine that hitches the company's "hi-res audio" wagon to comparatively ancient technology.
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Also, while the quality of Bluetooth headphones has certainly improved a lot over the past few years, the sound on some pairs is still likely to make audiophiles wince.
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Founded in 2002, Sonos' speakers and the company's tie-ups with around 100 music streaming providers including Apple Music, Pandora, Spotify and TuneIn have attracted audiophiles around the world.
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Both pro audiophiles, top audio engineers, and 5,400+ Amazon shoppers agree that Audio-Technica ATH-M50 Headphones provide exceptional audio performance, so it's a great value during Prime Day.
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For $299.95, Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless earbuds feature the excellent build and sound quality that you expect from a trusted name among audiophiles across wired and, now, wireless generations.
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Amazon is aiming the Echo Studio at audiophiles—it supports Dolby Atmos audio and can connect to 4K Fire TV Devices to provide the soundtrack to whatever you're watching.
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Be sure to check out our many other buying guides, including best gifts for audiophiles, great gifts for the amateur bartender, and passive-aggressive gifts for your terrible roommate.
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Vizio did say that it had audiophiles in mind when designing this system, although, the most casual TV-watcher will appreciate the difference between Atmos sound and the traditional mode.
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The SL-1200 series has been a staple for Technics since it was introduced in the early '12003s, but at the time, it was meant for audiophiles and home use.
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Razer Mamba Razer Seiren First off, let's talk gaming mice: Much like how audiophiles are devoted to wired headphones over wireless ones, PC gamers swear by using wired gaming mice.
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Things might have improved since January, but I can't see them improving to the degree where I'd recommend the Mobius to audiophiles (which is true of every other Audeze product).
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While audiophiles will no doubt find much to criticize in the audio, I was generally pleased with the quality and volume, which should have no trouble filling a small room.
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Fender acquired headphone maker Aurisonics Rather than develop its own headphones, Fender went out and acquired Aurisonics, a boutique American manufacturer that catered primarily to serious audiophiles and professional musicians.
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He engineered the space to please even the most choosy audiophiles—the intimate setting, dimly lit and lined with wood planks, is curved like an overturned canoe, to reduce echo.
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The pricey Grand Class Technics SL-22019G was targeted at audiophiles, however, while the 1200's biggest fanbase had been mostly DJs who loved its high-torque, direct-drive platter.
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It's important to note that this is still a consumer speaker, so audiophiles will still need to pay extra cash for other options, like the Sonos One or Sonos Move.
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The latest rumor about the iPhone 28 could make audiophiles very happy and one-up its biggest rival — even if it raises the cost of the already potentially super-expensive flagship.
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We don't have any technical specs on the size of the drivers, or the power behind these high resolution audio headphones because Onkyo simply isn't marketing, or selling them, to audiophiles.
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Compared to the Pixel 23's speakers, the Razer Phone 2 has a better distinction between sounds, making it more tailored toward audiophiles, but it's not better by a wide margin.
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" The post, released days before Spectacles were released, reads: "Beats made over-the-ear headphones cool by putting them on the heads of cool people, ranging from celebrities to hipster audiophiles.
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And even if demand doesn't cripple Nativ, the company has a long road ahead as it tries to please the audiophiles willing to shell out $1,000 or more on this idea.
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"Sony is dedicated to providing audiophiles and music enthusiasts alike with a wide range of hi-res audio solutions," said director of home entertainment and sound Yamato Tanikawa in a statement.
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I suppose serious audiophiles could make a case for headphones like the Beoplay H9s over the Bose 700s in terms of sound clarity, but most people will be satisfied with these.
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The private tracker offered free (and often illegal) access to a massive, deeply thorough collection of music and was popular among audiophiles for its strict rules around quality and file formats.
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A quick refresher for you: aptX is a codec that significantly improves wireless sound quality, to the point where some picky audiophiles might choose hardware with it over that without it.
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So my brief first impression of the LG V20 is that it's a powerful smartphone designed for audiophiles and those serious about creating content like videos and hi-fi audio recordings.
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His new recorder in hand (a Zoom H4N, for audiophiles), Ben flew to Beirut and carried out our second request: to record his journey and his experience on the ground there.
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It needed to reach wealthy, older audiophiles who would spend extravagantly on gear — not only the turntable, but also the amplifier, speakers and other equipment that the company markets alongside it.
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Boasting a beautiful design, excellent sound quality, and a competitive price for their performance, the Klipsch RP-8000F speakers are a great choice for both audiophiles and the average listener alike.
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It was a short-lived novelty, and one of the more whimsical experiments in the sound recording and playback history chronicled in The Art of Sound: A Visual History for Audiophiles.
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Bose gets flack from audiophiles for being a little pricey for what you get, but for many people the QuietComfort 25 and QuietComfort 20 headphones are still the undisputed noise-cancelling kings.
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They sound good with solid lows and good bass — better than the Solo 2s (with wire attached) in my opinion, but obviously nowhere near as good more expensive headphone geared at audiophiles.
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Having listened to much of Audio-Technica's incredibly expansive portfolio of headphones, I have no problem with the company moving upmarket and trying to prove its credentials among the most committed audiophiles.
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That's a blessing for audiophiles who just aren't satisfied with the current state of wireless audio and for people who even have a designated pouch for their dongles but still lose them.
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But how will the DJ community respond to another new Technics product, the SP-10R, that's clearly marketed to rich audiophiles who can afford to drop five figures on a record player?
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The update (version 2.50) also includes improvements for audiophiles, adding support for the high-res FLAC audio format, and upscaling of non-high-res audio files thanks to Sony's DSEE HX technology.
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LG has made a big deal about the Quad DAC system built into the V20 that's meant to produce incredible headphone listening for audiophiles or anyone with a high-quality music library.
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The audio sounds great to me, which is why I still adore my original set of Bose headphones, although I know some audiophiles squirm at the very mention of the Bose brand.
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It may not be the return of the Bayreuth Festival, but at the very least, Prototype Festival has the potential to do for contralto connoisseurs what small-batch vinyl presses did for audiophiles.
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Advanced audiophiles, though, will most likely want a stereo setup with two or more speakers — but HomePods (two of which would cost you a cool $700) can't be paired in stereo mode yet.
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A network of sites sell DSD files by artists from across the spectrum traditionally appreciated by audiophiles, from classical to metal, ambient to jazz, plus live shows by Dead & Co. and Bruce Springsteen.
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Still, even if Apple doesn't offer that functionality in the future, at least audiophiles looking to play their FLAC collections on Apple's devices may have some workaround when iOS 11 launches this fall.
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Both were made in collaboration with Campfire Audio, an in-ear headphones startup that's only been shipping products for a little over a year now but has earned a glowing reputation among audiophiles.
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The less well-known Audio-Technica, the one that I like very much more, is the brand that caters to audiophiles with headphones like the 25000Xs, 21Zs, and the lovely and wireless DSR2999BTs.
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Audiophiles will of course continue on with their exotic XLR and quarter-inch connectors, and their segment of the market was well served in 20183 by two boutique US companies: Audeze and MrSpeakers.
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Audeze has long been popular among audiophiles for its planar magnetic-style headphones, and its entry-level LCD-2 model is considered one of the high-end headphone company's best pairs of cans.
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It's a more efficient way of producing sound that doesn't require a separate hardware amp, but also helps reduce distortion which is why many audiophiles-on-a-budget like to go this route.
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Unlike headphones that aim to give audiophiles control over the tone or emphasis of the music, Evens are solely concerned with optimizing it for the frequencies your ears do and don't hear well.
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For Technics, the move towards a much higher price point that targeted elite audiophiles felt like a betrayal of the brand's reputation as the go-to instrument for DJs and hip hop artists.
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Clement Perry, the publisher of The Stereo Times, a magazine for audiophiles, said that for some, vinyl never went away: Indeed, a number of electronics makers still manufacture turntables for hardcore music lovers.
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The extra equipment will do nothing to improve wireless audio performance, but it will certainly enhance LG's credentials with audiophiles seeking the best possible sound out of the headphone jack on their phone.
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Today, its headphone line grows from four to seven units with the addition of three new models: one meant to rival a pair of Beats, and the other two meant for serious audiophiles.
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Most major companies make their gear in China, so it makes sense that upstart Chinese audiophiles would simply cut out the middle man, going straight to the factories to create their own products.
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As a pair of headphones that can please both gym rats and audiophiles, these cordless earbuds are both durable — clinging to you with an adjustable hook that won't falter during movement — and euphonious.
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Audiophiles will be the first to tell you that it's easy to spend thousands on a great pair of headphones, but you're probably not looking for a pair of multi-thousand-dollar headphones.
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Made for audiophiles on the go, they feature NoiseGard™ technology to eliminate ambient noise, along with high-definition aptX codec to carve out every aural nuance in the finest and riches detail.
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While this is way above what other premium turntables offer, most average listeners can't really hear a significant difference in a signal-to-noise ratio beyond 60db (we'll save this debate for the audiophiles).
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Mashable's Brett Williams predicts that the new SONOS One's Alexa compatibility will convince audiophiles who are dubious about the relatively low audio quality of smart speakers to get on board the smart home train.
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Recommended by the National Academy of Recording Arts and Sciences, DSD has been used on SACDs and, after complaints from audiophiles and a software update, was made to be compatible with the original Pono.
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Nevertheless, the LG V20 is a good recommendation for audiophiles who swear by their 3.5mm audio jacks, want an enormous screen (and phone) or those who find good use of the dual-camera setup.
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Fifty percent Spotify discounts are available for cash-strapped students, while persnickety audiophiles can pay a fairly modest premium to Tidal to ensure the highest-quality sound streams back into their high-tech eardrums.
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But with audiophiles there's always room for improvement, and he realized that electromagnetic interference from his neighbors' appliances was propagating through their shared power lines, reducing the quality of the sound he was getting.
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Many audiophiles insist that Bluetooth audio simply can't compare to good old fashioned cables and I did notice a difference when I connected to the speaker from a headphone jack instead of via wireless.
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"It needed to reach wealthy, older audiophiles who would spend extravagantly on gear–not only the turntable, but also the amplifier, speakers and other equipment that the company markets alongside it," the newspaper said.
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Audiophiles love to argue; there's an inherent battle there between subjective and objective data, and trying to cram one of them into the other, and it ends up just being an insoluble infinite mess.
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Best of all, the Xperia 1II has a 3.5mm headphone jack — enabling audiophiles to enjoy the simple pleasure of plugging in their favorite pair of high-end wired headphones and tuning out everything else.
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Whether or not contemporary engineering might have some upsides, the loud all-about-that-bass bass that still largely dominates pop music is a far cry from the sonic experience audiophiles used to seek.
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And last night, a final leak even claimed the speaker would be named "Bootleg"—it would have been a wonderfully ironic turn for a company that's worked for years and years to win over audiophiles.
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The best phone for audiophiles: LG V210Even though we're mired in the battle between wired and wireless audio, there's still one phone that makes music sound better than anything else out there: the LG V211.
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Its limits, not just around stereo pairing and multi-room audio but also around some basic voice commands, established it early on as a $349 product that only true Apple fans or audiophiles should consider.
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But beyond the desire to listen to CDs in the car and nostalgic appeal, research suggests that the sound quality of CDs themselves could be a significant reason why audiophiles are clinging to physicals discs.
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And I loved Ben Ratliff in The Times, writing about listening bars, establishments where audiophiles go to sit quietly to have a drink and listen to whole albums played on ridiculously high-end stereo equipment.
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Documents show that the company believed it had lost recordings by one of music's most zealous audiophiles, Neil Young — whose website offers high-resolution versions of his complete discography, presumably sourced from the original masters.
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Using software called Dynameter, this collection of audiophiles took measurements of popular playlists like the Global Top 50 and albums of genres ranging from soul to metal, and discovered that the Spotify catalog had become quieter.
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They were the Wheels of Steel that were so beloved by turntablists in the early days of hip-hop, so one can just imagine how heartbroken audiophiles were when Panasonic discontinued the brand back in 2010.
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This won't matter for most people, but audiophiles who are looking for a pair of headphones that boast a ton of clarity and detail might want to consider a pair of planar magnetic or electrostatic headphones.
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The actual ear piece is larger than that of the Solo3 but still smaller the Studio3, providing a nice middle ground for audiophiles who definitely want noise cancellation but prefer on-ear instead of over-ear.
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Audiophiles might either be charmed or put off by the EVEN H2's throwback exterior, constructed as it is from eco-friendly wood ear cups and vegan leather trim that collapses into a more portable size.
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There are a lot of good ways to spend a couple hundred bucks, but for serious audiophiles, the choice is obvious: Get a pair of Sennheiser headphones, or don't bother listening to anything ever again, you heathen.
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Who knows how Trump talks to his tailor or what secrets would be picked up by a taping system, but audiophiles and historians can only hope the President ignores the lessons of his predecessors and hits "record."
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"When we released our first DSD files in 2010, there weren't even devices to play them," says Cookie Marenco, a veteran producer and engineer whose Blue Coast Music and DSD-Guide have become destinations for contemporary digital audiophiles.
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In media, for instance, the innovations of digital audio and video let us pay a small price (in the eyes of audiophiles and film lovers) when we abandon analog formats, and in return provide easy—all too easy?
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The new Fender Pro In-Ear Monitor line, which ranges in price from $99 to $499 and caters to both casual listeners and audiophiles and musicians, is available for purchase from Fender and other music retailers starting today.
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I love that it terminates in standard 3.5mm connectors, meaning that if it ever fails (or I just fancy auditioning other cables, because that's a thing audiophiles do), I can swap in another standard cable in its place.
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Bose's early success with the 901 speakers and their later variations won them interest from audiophiles, but the company's decision to later simultaneously target the consumer market and keep their prices high led to continual skepticism from enthusiasts.
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I recently learned that Steely Dan's music is so highly respected by audiophiles that people use the 1977 album "Aja" to calibrate and evaluate their high-end sound systems (other people just love the music, which is fine).
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Here are five of the best outdoor speakers for your garden or patio: Best balance Best high-end option Best inconspicuous design Best for easy installation Best budget option BEST FOR PORTABILITY Best for audiophiles Bestmid-range option
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But the fact is that LG will still be out there offering high-end integrated audio in its phones for audiophiles like me, and Google's Pixel ventures remain on an almost experimental scale relative to the broader phone market.
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Now there's the Echo for audiophiles, Look for fashionistas, Dot for cheapskates, Plus for Internet of Things junkies, Show for video chatty grandparents, Connect for home phone haters and Spot for early risers (or those who wish they were).
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The Best Headphones Money Can BuyJude Mansilla and his community of audiophiles over at the Head-Fi forums know a thing or two about …Read more ReadMonoprice has two planar magnetic configurations, the Monolith M560 and the Monolith M1060.
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Many audiophiles will argue that vinyl allows you to really hear the intentional, vocal nuances produced by say, recording an album in your brother's small bedroom — or the mastery that separates a good jazz player from a legendary one.
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Yes, some songs may sound pleasing, but for true audiophiles who actually want to hear what the artist and producer intended, Apple's positioning of the HomePod as a super-high-quality speaker is going to be a very tough sell.
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Jay Rose After seeing the New York Times story, Rose posted a hypothesis on a message board for audiophiles: that the recording came not from a person but from "a badly implemented speech synthesizer" — a computer program that mimics speech.
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And for the 230th anniversary of the SL-20, Technics is releasing two new "Grand Class" models aimed at audiophiles: the aluminum-cased SL-23G and the magnesium limited anniversary edition SL-22GAE, of which only 20,22016 will be produced.
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Priced for audiophiles, but tuned for simpler tastes It's worth noting that my first review pair of FXA7s had a faulty earphone, which is an issue also encountered by my colleague Chris Ziegler who purchased (and promptly returned) his own set.
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But the company's ambitions are grander than that still — Audeze tells me it's a little worried that it underpriced the iSines, fearing that audiophiles wouldn't take them seriously as a competitor to the very best in-ear headphones in the world.
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Crosley Cruiser Deluxe With a suitcase shell and built-in speakers, the Crosley Cruiser Deluxe in two Walmart-exclusive colors, purple ash and slate gray, is the ultimate, plug-and-play option for audiophiles at home — or on the go.
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He wants to listen to CDs but you can't wrap your tiny brain around that because you are but a simple woman of the 80s who is not yet familiar with the intricacies of compact disc technology like us modern audiophiles.
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Well, the V10 of two years ago had the best camera (in my judgment) at its time of release, and the V20 from last year has become the gold standard for audiophiles that want their phones to also be their portable media players.
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Read MoreThese are the top 5 Beatles songs streaming online While there's still a market for traditional sound systems, the landscape is increasingly dominated by wireless technology that powers smaller, portable and cheaper components that give audiophiles more bang for their buck.
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Sure, as the company points out, plenty of audiophiles are willing to pay a pretty penny for a pair of speakers, but the Basslet is ultimately going to be a tough sell as another couple hundred bucks on top of that expense.
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The BoomStick is certainly a high-quality upgrade to users sporting stock earbuds or other less pronounced headphones, but for audiophiles its algorithmic sound re-engineering can perhaps strip away the specific sound signatures of headphone brands that ultimately makes them so unique.
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TRNDlabs Ventura Wireless Headphones With HD 40mm drivers that deliver impressively detailed high frequencies, along with a comfortable design and up to 10 hours of playback time, these headphones are ideal for audiophiles looking for powerful headphones that won't break the bank.
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That's not to say there aren't better options out there for audiophiles, or those who want noise-canceling or over-ear options, but it is to say that, for many people, the basic option is just fine, and they'll never look beyond it.
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Most affordable best value for wired headphones best wired earbuds for audiophiles best mid-priced wired earbuds If you're tired of untangling headphone cords every damn day or constantly losing your iPhone dongle, a pair of wireless earbuds may be more up your alley.
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Nope. But as music services continue to push into lossless and high-resolution streaming (Spotify's experimenting with it right now), this sort of thing will help audiophiles enjoy much improved audio without having to plug into the headphone jack — if their phone even has one.
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Onkyo 9.2 Channel 4K A/V Receiver for $500 ($900 off): For you audiophiles out there, this 703K networked A/V receiver is Sonos-enabled and can serve as the brain of your home audio system, if you're ready to step into theater-quality sound.
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Known among the analog cognoscenti simply as OMA, this boutique company manufactures the kind of rarefied components that audiophiles drool over: 7-foot-tall loudspeakers with conical horns, glowing tube amps nestled in walnut chassis, and turntables with slate plinths as thick as phone books.
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The reason some people prefer film is not unlike why audiophiles seek out vinyl over CDs or MP3s; the "cleaned up" medium might have more clarity, but there's something gritty and beautiful about the analog version, something that feels more like the "real" world.
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But those same audiophiles would struggle to find anything to complain about from the Mojo's sound output, which is as pure and crystalline as that of digital-to-analog converters that cost multiple times its $599 price (such as Chord's very own $2,195 Hugo DAC).
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Much like the more famous and trafficked vinyl bars — hole-in-the-wall haunts catering to audiophiles, hundreds of which speckle the streets and back alleys of Tokyo — they reflect a reverence toward a medium and not just the product produced via that medium.
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While many consumers have a love-hate relationship with the app (and though Apple has discontinued the program on macOS Catalina in favor of separate apps for Music, Podcasts, and TV), it&aposs still one of the best out there for PC-based audiophiles.
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Thanks to Sennheiser, pro-headphone jack audiophiles don't have to resort to old, pre-Bluetooth models: The HD 650 Over-Ear Professional Headphones were crafted with a specially-designed acoustic silk and a Neodymium ferrous magnet system to sense your environment and offer perfect sound in response.
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Best for tight budgets BEST VALUE FOR WIRED HEADPHONES BEST WIRED EARBUDS FOR AUDIOPHILES BEST MID-PRICED WIRED EARBUDS If you're tired of untangling headphone cords every damn day or constantly losing your iPhone dongle, a pair of wireless earbuds may be more up your alley.
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Those with the spider senses to discern such things have a habit of claiming film "just looks better," much in the same way audiophiles can tell that vinyl "just sounds better," but these both circle back to the inherently vague "know it when I see it" phenomenon.
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Though it's well outside of the price range of all but the most zealous audiophiles (currently $3,000 on Amazon), the A9 is the most attractive object in my living room, adjusts to the room size to ensure the clearest audio, and doubles as a Google Home device.
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With Mr. Mancuso's blessing, they began running events in London in 22012, starting a slow-burn trend that has spread around this city: Numerous listening clubs now invite people to experience recorded music played through hi-fi rigs that most humble audiophiles can only dream about.
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So when Mr. Muti attended a Deutsche Grammophon event at a chic art gallery here to promote his recording of Bruckner's Symphony No. 2 with the Vienna Philharmonic, it was for a limited-edition vinyl LP — the kind of niche release that has proved successful with audiophiles.
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Read more great stories from Small Humans: Delightful podcasts for budding audiophiles, and their parents How to set up parental controls on Netflix, Amazon Prime Video, and Hulu If you want to get pregnant, don't trust an app 10 apps to help your kids learn to control their emotions
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Here are 11 of the best outdoor speakers for your backyard or patio: best budget option best balance best inconspicuous design best high-end option best for portability most stylish option best for audiophiles best for easy installation best camouflage option best for parties best mid-range option
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Audiophiles complain that the digital era, with its rampant copy-paste ethos and jumble of old and new formats, is an age of debased sound: lossy audio files created from nth-generation transfers; cheap vinyl reissues, marketed to analog-fetishists but pressed up from sludgy non-analog sources.
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Here are the best Google Home and Google Assistant smart speakers:Best Google Home speaker overall: Google HomeBest Google Home speaker on a budget: Google Home MiniBest Google Home speaker for audiophiles: Google Home MaxBest Google Home speaker with a screen: Google Nest HubBest portable Google Assistant speaker: JBL Link 20
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A few years ago, when the iPhone broke up with its headphone jack, Audeze saw an opening and released a set of its midrange headphones (~$800, lol) with a specially designed lightning cable, and suddenly, it found itself a new audience of fans who weren't self-identified audiophiles but rather tech enthusiasts.
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But to Morita, and other audiophiles in Japan, who believe they're now hearing so much more of their favorite albums thanks to the cleaner power feeding their sound systems, it's not a question of whether or not they can afford these upgrades—it's how soon can these private utility poles be installed?
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You may be used to fussing with your phone just to set up your playlist and time it to your shower, but to switch songs up you have to hop out while dripping wet (keep in mind that phones don't do well with moisture.) This Bluetooth shower speaker is ideal for all audiophiles.
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And while Bluetooth headphones are forever in the spotlight, it's time for someone else to steal the show for once: Hardcore movie people can save $60 on the Sennheiser RS 120 RF Wireless Headphones (charging dock included), and audiophiles who are still clinging to the headphone jack can save $181 on the infamous Sennheiser HD 153 Professional Headphones.
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The speaker's mid-tier price and open platform make it an attractive option for those who haven't been able to choose between Alexa and Google Assistant, while its focus on sound and compatibility with the wider Sonos line could also pull in audiophiles who have refused to dabble in smart speakers because of their relatively poor audio.
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Here are the best ones you can buy:Best wireless earbuds overall: Cambridge Audio Melomania 1Best for sound and design: Bang & Olufsen E8 MotionBest for Samsung phone owners: Samsung Galaxy BudsBest for iPhone owners: Apple AirPodsBest for audiophiles: Sennheiser True MomentumThe best noise-cancelling headphonesGreat noise-cancelling headphones don't just offer excellent noise cancellation — they're also comfortable and sound great.
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Best wireless earbuds overall: Cambridge Audio Melomania 1Best for sound and design: Bang & Olufsen E8 MotionBest for Samsung phone owners: Samsung Galaxy BudsBest for Apple phone owners: Apple AirPods ProBest for audiophiles: Sennheiser Momentum True WirelessThe best cheap headphonesHeadphones can be very expensive, but there are still plenty of affordable over-ear, wireless, and in-ear models to choose from.
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From headphones that can be folded up neatly, to ergonomic in-ear headphones, here are seven of the best noise-canceling headphones we found on Amazon to make all of your travels more enjoyable: Best for shorter trips Best for style Best for true audiophiles Best earbuds for plane travel Best for Apple loyalists Best for minimalists Best for people who don't mind a little bulk
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Read more great stories from Small Humans: How to tell if you're a "Lawnmower Parent" and what to do about it Podcasts for budding audiophiles and their parents How to set up parental controls on Netflix, Amazon Prime Video, and Hulu 10 apps to help your kids learn to control their emotions Related content from our partners: I Tried the Tinder of Baby Naming Apps and It Was Not What I Expected 14 Best iPad Apps for Toddlers
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Aside from the apps just looking nice, Tidal has appeal for audiophiles and serious music fans: Not only is there a lossless audio tier, but you also get access to a bunch of exclusive content, like the upcoming Prince LP. Whether those exclusives last long enough or are compelling enough to make a Tidal subscription worth it is debatable, but the platform seems genuinely interested in promoting live events, rare tracks, artist interviews, and up and coming artists through its platform.
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I've always been a Bose user when it comes to noise-cancelling headphones, but I also haven't owned many pairs, and I know most audiophiles will point you in Sony's direction, so maybe a classic pair like their WH-1000XM3 will do (though remember, you'll have to use the included wire with most VR headsets.) Price: Grado SR60e (Wired), $80 on Amazon | Sony WH-1000XM3 (Wireless), $278 on Amazon If the best headset for 99.5% of people is the Oculus Quest, for the rest it's the Valve Index.
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