JBL Grip Review: Small, robust, and a bit unconventional in sound
Sleek design meets lean bass
The JBL Grip promises powerful Pro Sound, Auracast, and 14 hours of battery life. But how good does the compact Bluetooth speaker sound in everyday use? Our sound test reveals its strengths and limits.
JBL Xtreme 4 Review: More dynamics, more endurance, more sustainability?
Better bass thanks to AI boost?
The JBL Xtreme 4 promises more power, better sound, and Auracast. Does the outdoor Bluetooth speaker live up to JBL’s claims in our review? Sound, battery, and alternatives in the check.
Edifier MR5 review: The surprisingly grown-up 3-way desktop monitor
Tri-amping power, strong bass & app tuning
Edifier MR5 review: Triple active desktop monitors with strong bass, precise mids and ConneX app tuning. A real recommendation for 250 euros.
Mackie CR8BT review – Compact with great breath
Compact active loudspeakers with considerable bass depth
Mackie CR8BT review: compact active speaker with powerful bass, high dynamics and a wide range of applications. Ideal for desktop, studio and living room.
Tronsmart Bang 2 review: 90 W Bluetooth speaker with power
More power, more endurance - and what else?
The Tronsmart Bang 2 delivers 90 W of power, stronger bass and a longer runtime. In the review, the party speaker shows clear progress compared to its predecessor.
JBL PartyBox 520 review: Loud, mobile and surprisingly balanced
Party sound for adults
In the review, the JBL PartyBox 520 impresses with high sound pressure, balanced sound and rich bass without booming. All the facts about technology, features and sound at a glance.
Technics EAH-AZ100 review: Significant upgrade compared to the EAH-AZ80
Bass and stage imaging with that certain something
The Technics EAH-AZ100 features new drivers, better ANC, longer battery life and head tracking. In the review, it shows clear progress compared to the EAH-AZ80 – especially in terms of sound and spatial reproduction.
Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds 2 review: What does the model update bring?
Cancel culture against environmental noise
The new Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds 2 impress in the review with improved ANC, less noise, head tracking with less delay and a wireless charging case.
Cayin RU9 review: How good does a tube dongle really sound?
High-end audio has rarely been so mobile and affordable
The Cayin RU9 brings tube sound to your pocket: USB DAC, headphone amplifier and Nutube vacuum tube for high-end sound on the go.
OneOdio Studio Max 1 review: DJ headphones with LDAC & 120 h battery life
What can the endurance runner do for disc jockeys?
The OneOdio Studio Max 1 combines LDAC streaming, 120 h battery and DJ functions. In the test, it shows strengths in terms of features – and weaknesses in terms of sound.
Apple AirPods Pro 3 review: sound miracle with health extras
The best thing you can do to your ears (and iPhone)?
The cult brand from Cupertino dominates the world of its loyal followers without much competition. The new Apple AirPods Pro 3 are also likely to…
Bose QuietComfort Ultra Headphones (2nd Gen) review – more dynamics, better bass
Thumping bass and increased dynamics
The new Bose QuietComfort Ultra Headphones 2nd Gen deliver powerful bass, improved head tracking and strong noise canceling. Voices sound rougher, but the app convinces with flexible ANC options and equalizer.
Teufel MOTIV XL Review: Mobile Wi-Fi Speaker with Mighty Power
A Heavyweight in the One-Box Arena
Review Teufel MOTIV XL: Mobile Wi-Fi speaker with 3-way system, battery, Roon, AirPlay 2, and Google Cast. How much hi-fi is packed into this powerful one-box system?
Review: Teufel Cinebar 22 – Compact soundbar with powerful bass for stereo fans
Big cinema at a small price
Review of the Teufel Cinebar 22 with subwoofer: How good does the compact soundbar sound in stereo mode and home cinema? Strengths, weaknesses, and conclusion.
JBL Bar 300MK2 review – compact soundbar with new MultiBeam technology
What can JBL's most affordable 2nd generation Dolby Atmos soundbar do?
Review: The JBL Bar 300 MK2 impresses with powerful sound, PureVoice 2.0 and MultiBeam 3.0 – more dynamics and surround sound than its predecessor.
KEF XIO review: High-end soundbar with Dolby Atmos & Uni-Q MX
Twelve drivers, one goal: true home theater from a single enclosure
KEF XIO review: The elegant soundbar combines 12 drivers, Uni-Q-MX technology and VECO bass control to create true home cinema sound at hi-fi level.
Review: VPI Player (Version 2025) – Turntable with headphone amplifier
High end vinyl for beginners
The VPI Player combines plug & play with high-end sound: integrated phono amp, VPI Shirley system, solid platter. Perfect for vinyl beginners.
Majority Quadriga review: All-in-one system with CD, DAB+ & streaming
Majority Report
The Majority Quadriga combines CD, DAB+, FM, streaming and Bluetooth in one compact device. In the review, it impressed with its simple operation and powerful sound.
Volvo XC90 T8 AWD PHEV test drive with Bowers & Wilkins sound system
With two motors, 19 speakers and 1,410 watts to the summit
How good is the Bowers & Wilkins sound system in the Volvo XC90? We analyze the technology, speakers, Dirac tuning and the sound concept in the test.
Volvo EX90 review with Bowers & Wilkins and Dolby Atmos
Spacious wonder with up to seven seats and Dolby Atmos 3D sound
The Volvo EX90 with immersive Dolby Atmos distributes 1,610 W over 25 loudspeakers for a surround sound that even exceeds the lavish dimensions of the electric SUV.
BYD Sealion 7 review with Dynaudio Confidence Sound System
Well roared, Sealion!
In the review, the BYD Sealion 7 impressed with its agile driving characteristics and a truly audiophile sound system.
Mazda CX-60 review with Bose sound system
Funs and Boses
A cream of the crop mild hybrid diesel drive and a great sound system as part of an extensive but affordable equipment package make the Mazda 60 e-Skyactiv D 254 HOMURA with its Bose BassMatch Centerpoint 2 sound system with 12 loudspeakers an insider tip among SUVs.
Technical Insights
Cambridge Audio: Firmware update for the StreamMagic platform
This keeps even 2014 network streamers up to date
Cambridge Audio is releasing a firmware update for StreamMagic streamers built from 2014 onwards. New features such as Qobuz Connect, Spotify Lossless and Amazon Music extend the usable life of older network devices.
Sonoro VIBES L and XL: New Outdoor Speakers from March 2026
Made for house and garden
Sonoro introduces VIBES L and XL: Outdoor Bluetooth speakers with battery, subwoofer, and Auracast. Market launch mid-March 2026 from €699.
sonoro STREAMER and AMPLIFIER: New products for multiroom and installation from Q3 2026
sonoro kicks off a product offensive
sonoro introduces STREAMER and AMPLIFIER: new hi-res audio components for multiroom and installation, launching from Q3 2026.
Sony WF-1000XM6: New in-ear generation with more microphones and LE Audio
Sony promises industry-leading noise cancelling
Sony introduces the WF-1000XM6: True wireless in-ears with improved noise cancelling, 32-bit processing, LE Audio, and LDAC. Launching from 299 euros.