The Helm Audio Bolt DAC/AMP’s outstanding audio performance; ability to decode every major high-res audio format—including MQA; ultra-compact form factor; and $99 price makes it a must-have device.

The FiiO BTR7 is a compact amplifier/DAC that can connect to a smartphone or laptop to play high-res music files over USB or Bluetooth. Those who really love their music like to listen to tunes ...

In my coverage of under-$100 headphones for Macworld, I’ve been consistently impressed by the sound quality today’s models are capable of when paired with an iPod, iPhone, iPad, or Mac. But there’s a ...

For audio enthusiasts looking to upgrade the sound quality of their smartphone or laptop, a portable DAC/amp can be a fairly simple and affordable solution. The tiny hi-fi component plugs into your ...

Drop unveiled a new innovation in the form of the xDuoo TA-84 OTL Tube Amp/DAC, the first all-tube Output Transformerless (OTL) amplifier introduced by Drop. A company known for its high-quality audio ...

iFi is pretty well-known by audiophiles for its range of DACs and amplifiers. But with its latest device, iFi is taking a different approach. The new Uno is a DAC for everyone, offering higher quality ...

Anticipated products include a retro-style desktop amplifier and new open-back headphones ...

Now that pretty much every major streaming music service — except Spotify — offers lossless audio options at CD-quality or better, you may be wondering how you can hear that extra level of sound ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Technology journalist specializing in audio, computing and Apple Macs. I love pocket DACs. These Digital-to-Analog gizmos combine ...

MAY 2, 2024, HIGH END MUNICH, MUNICH, GERMANY – NAD Electronics, a leading manufacturer in high-performance audio, today announces the launch of its new Classic Series amplifier, the C 379 ...

April 20, 2012 Add as a preferred source on Google Add as a preferred source on Google So you’ve picked out the perfect pair of headphones, but they sound a little flat and quiet coming from your ...

However, most computers and mobile devices aren’t designed for handling lossless or high-res audio, so a DAC – a ...