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From planar magnetic headsets to dedicated DACs, audiophile-grade gear is transforming how gamers hear and play. High-fidelity setups bring richer soundscapes, pinpoint spatial cues, and ...

It’s good to see that high-end audio manufacturing is still thriving in Europe with brands like Linn, Naim, Quad, Focal and Volumio producing some truly innovative products. Volumio is an Italian ...

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. You've probably heard the arguments that digital music — or at least CD-quality digital music — is inherently flawed compared to all-analog ...

My stepdad uses iFi’s Zen DAC (the current version of which costs $199) in his simple desktop rig. It’s connected to his laptop via USB, and functions as both DAC and volume control for his Emotiva ...

The iFi Go Link is a steal, a stellar piece of gear that delivers a truly high-res audio experience at a knockout price. The iFi Go Link is a bargain-priced portable USB DAC and headphone amplifier ...

Daniel writes guides on how to use the internet, explainers on how modern technology works, and the occasional smartwatch or e-reader review. He especially likes deep diving into niche topics that ...

If you're an audiophile looking for an inexpensive new fix, this one's for you. Hong Kong-based Hidizs has packed a tiny but capable DAC into a USB-C cable that connects to IEMs (in-ear monitors), so ...

David is the former Editor-in-Chief of Android Police and now the EIC of Esper.io. He's been an Android user since the early days - his first smartphone was a Google Nexus One! David graduated from ...

LG handsets were among the last phones with a headphone jack. Not just that, LG also had some of the best audio hardware of any mobile phone ever, including its trademark Quad DAC. While the South ...