Métronome Technologie has announced that two of its Kalista network players, the DreamPlay S and DreamPlay SC, have received Roon Ready certification. The update gives both high-end digital sources direct integration with the Roon ecosystem, allowing them to be used as network audio zones for music stored locally or streamed from compatible online services. For…
Panasonic has introduced two new compact Hi-Fi systems, the SC-PMX112 and SC-PM302, aimed at listeners who want a traditional music system without taking up too much space. While both models offer CD playback, Bluetooth, radio, and USB connectivity, Panasonic has clearly positioned them at different ends of the market. The Panasonic SC-PMX112 is the more…
Samsung has unveiled something quite different from its usual Galaxy Buds lineup. The Galaxy Buds On are the South KSamsung has unveiled something quite different from its usual Galaxy Buds lineup. The Galaxy Buds On are the South Korean brand’s first clip-on earbuds, using an open, over-the-ear design that leaves users able to hear what’s…
Silent Pound has revealed its new flagship Parallax loudspeaker, a massive passive 3.5-way design built around four 15-inch woofers and a controlled-directivity approach that the company says could make the speaker less dependent on the listening room. The Silent Pound Parallax will make its public debut at the Audio Video Show 2026 in Warsaw, taking…
Moondrop has introduced the Position, a new pair of in-ear headphones designed specifically for esports and competitive gaming. Instead of using a traditional over-ear gaming headset, Moondrop is taking a much smaller approach, combining a single dynamic driver with HRTF-based tuning, a USB-C DSP sound card, and an AI-assisted noise-canceling microphone. The company says the…
Audioengine’s tiny A2+ desktop speakers have entered their third generation with Bluetooth 5.3, aptX Adaptive, Class D amplification and more power.
Qobuz has started labeling music tracks that its systems identify as being generated entirely by artificial intelligence, giving listeners a clearer indication of where the music they are hearing came from. It is a relatively small change on the surface, but it addresses a question that is becoming increasingly difficult for streaming listeners to answer…
Edifier has unveiled the M230 II, a compact Bluetooth speaker that combines a retro-inspired design with a surprisingly long list of modern features. The new model adds Bluetooth 6.0, up to 52W of maximum power, a USB sound card, and a battery rated for up to 27 hours of playback. At first glance, the M230…
German audio company Teufel Audio has introduced the T 10 Mk2, a new version of its compact active subwoofer designed for home theaters, music systems, and gaming setups. What makes the updated model particularly interesting is that it can be used in either Frontfire or Downfire configuration, allowing users to change how the bass is…
A surprising problem is hitting the hi-fi industry: the optical drives used for CDs and SACDs are becoming increasingly difficult to source. The shortage has already forced two well-known audio companies, Naim and PS Audio, to discontinue products that rely on these drives. Among the affected products are the Naim Uniti Star streaming amplifier and…