Guides
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hi-fi guides archive: The overview of all buying guides, technology FAQs and life hacks in the online HiFi magazine STEREO GUIDE – for example on Roon servers, room acoustics or speaker placement.
FiiO Snowsky Disc: New entry-level DAP with CD look, touchscreen and dual DAC
No disc, no fun?
With the FiiO Snowsky Disc, the manufacturer is expanding its Snowsky series after the Echo Mini and Nano with a particularly eye-catching digital audio player.…
Econik 1851: 3D-printed quartz sand, WiSA and design by Anton Erbenich (1851)
This dream loudspeaker is made of sand
Econik 1851: fully active high-end design loudspeaker with 3D-printed quartz sand housing, WiSA radio (24/96) and Eton drivers – designed by Anton Erbenich (1851).
Canton Smart Libero: New flexible surround speakers
Wireless extension for smart home cinema
The new Canton Smart Libero add wireless surround and 3D sound to any Canton Smart system. Compact design, flexible installation and high-quality sound. Now available for €389 per pair.
FiiO expands its portfolio: K13 R2R desktop DAC & FT13 over-ear headphones
FiiO sharpens its profile - two new products for discerning listeners
FiiO presents the compact R-2R-DAC/AMP K13 R2R and the closed over-ear headphones FT13. Both new products focus on maximum musicality, precise technology and premium workmanship. Find out all about the sound, features and possible applications.
Qobuz and ECM launch musical Hi-Res Advent calendar
Exclusive Hi-Res Advent calendar 2025 with 24 remastered ECM albums
The music streaming service Qobuz and the renowned Munich label ECM Records are presenting a special kind of Advent calendar this year. From December 1…
Bang & Olufsen celebrates 100 years with the Beolab 90 Titan Edition
100 years of perfection in aluminum with a titanium touch
Bang & Olufsen celebrates 100 years with the Beolab 90 Titan Edition – a handcrafted reissue of the iconic high-end aluminum loudspeaker.
Grell OAE2 – New high-end headphones with FSFM technology
Natural sound thanks to front sound field modulation (FSFM)
grell OAE2: Open high-end headphones with natural sound field modulation (FSFM), sustainable design, and emotional sound for 499 Euros.
Cayin RU3: High-end DAC in mini format with app control and 560 mW power
Cayin brings studio quality to your pocket
Cayin RU3: Ultra-compact USB DAC with ESS chip, app control, 560 mW power and Hi-Res audio up to DSD512 – now available for 149 euros.
Pro-Ject Debut Reference 10 presented
High-end turntable with 10" hybrid tonearm and acrylic platter
With the Debut Reference 10, Pro-Ject presents a high-end turntable with a 10″ hybrid tonearm, acrylic platter and true-balanced technology.
WiiM presents its first smart speaker, the WiiM Sound
Multi-room operation, app control and Dolby 5.1 Surround
WiiM presents its first smart speaker, the WiiM Sound – 100 W hi-res audio, Wi-Fi 6E, Dolby 5.1, AI RoomFit and multi-room control via app.