High-performance audio digital-to-analog converters (DACs) traditionally require a very clean sample master clock (MCLK) to avoid degradations in the audio quality. The clock sources are often derived ...

Can Fosi Audio’s $199 K7 deliver truly audiophile-grade sound with balanced power, EQ, and broad connectivity—or does value finally meet its limits? That doesn’t mean Fosi always outperforms those ...

Basso goes large with its new flagship digital audio player with modular amps and batteries, plus a dual operating system and ...

Our trip through the world of audio technology has taken us step-by step from your ears into a typical home Hi-Fi system. We’ve seen the speakers and the amplifier, now it’s time to take a look at ...

Cambridge Audio introduced a pint-sized Digital to Analog Converter that enhances the audio output from your computer. The DacMagic XS connects to any USB port on one side, with standard headphone ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Technology journalist specializing in audio, computing and Apple Macs. Hot on the heels of its announcement of the new Andromeda ...

Consumers are looking for more and better functionality on their portable multimedia players. System designers have responded by creating increasingly complex systems, yet they must continue to ...

It’s like buses – we wait months for new budget hi-res music players that might finally rival Astell & Kern’s Award-winning entry-level A&norma SR25 MKII, only for two to then come along one after ...

I’ve got some bad news: Those nice headphones and great speakers that you spent so much money on? They probably don’t sound as good as they could. You spent the time searching for the best audio gear ...