Output Tube Biasing, An Introduction
Big tube amps like the one pictured above can be a bit intimidating, even to yours truly. First a disclaimer: I’m not an electrical engineer, but I do…
Top 10 Best Mini Guitar Amp Heads 2017
Taking after its big brother the Tiny Terror, this amp helped define the lunchbox style, bringing crushing tones to easy-to-move units. For much less than the more famous…
Pioneer and Onkyo offer choice of Google or Alexa smart speakers
Pioneer and Onkyo have announced two new smart speakers with a different spin — they combine multiroom streaming audio with Amazon’s Alexa assistant. Prices will start at $250….
Pass Labs HPA-1 Stereo Preamplifier/Headphone Amplifier Reviewed
These shortcomings were always apparent to me, regardless of whether I used solid-state or tube-based amplifiers. Some will argue that a preamplifier should be a “straight wire with…
Bose’s best noise-cancelling Bluetooth headphones are on sale for their lowest price yet
The Insider Picks team writes about stuff we think you’ll like. Business Insider has affiliate partnerships, so we get a share of the revenue from your purchase. Last…
Tivoli Cube, Orb, ConX
Eventually ‘ART by Tivoli Audio’ will be a complete range of products. The first four models in the range, the Cube, the Orb (pictured above in a white…
The flagship Marantz SR8012 A/V receiver is a wolf in wolf’s clothing
Marantz’s new flagship and step-down receivers are fully loaded for virtually any scenario, with support for everything from 4K and Dolby Atmos surround to Alexa and multiroom audio….
Bose SoundLink Revolve+ review: Excellent sound at a premium price
Bose has always been known for making products with excellent audio quality and a stellar build with a high sticker price to match. The Bose SoundLink Revolve +…
Marantz 1060 solid state integrated amp circa 1975 Integrated Amplifiers
I now have the dream system of my youth in 1975! Back then I spent my money on speakers and bought a pair of used KEF 104s at…