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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.
HIGH END SOCIETY: Ali Ibrahim Named New Managing Director
HIGH END Under New Management
Ali Ibrahim will take over as CEO of HIGH END SOCIETY on October 1, 2026. Manuel Pinke is stepping down for personal reasons.
Bose Noise-Canceling Wired Earbuds: USB-C In-Ear Headphones with ANC and No Battery
Wired for Quiet
Bose is back with USB-C in-ear headphones: QuietControl ANC without a battery, 24-bit/48 kHz, and three listening modes for 99.95 euros. They go on sale October 15.
JBL Cinema SB MK2: New soundbars use the Flip 7 as a rear speaker
Flip 7 Has Your Back
JBL is launching four Cinema SB-MK2 soundbars starting at 199.99 euros. SurroundPlay turns two Flip 7s into wireless rear speakers for true surround sound.
EISA Triple Award for Audio Reference: Wilson Audio, SME, and Perlisten Honored
A High-End Hat Trick from Hamburg
Audio Reference celebrates winning three EISA Awards for 2026–2027: The Wilson Audio Sabrina V, SME Model 35, and Perlisten D3is were honored.
Cayin HA-1A Mk3: Tube Headphone Amplifier with 2.8 watts for 1,298 euros
Tube bliss without the hiss
Cayin’s HA-1A Mk3 delivers up to 2.8 watts in single-ended Class A, drives headphones ranging from 8 to 600 ohms, and also serves as a preamp. Price: 1,298 euros.
FiiO FT15: Flagship planar headphone with 101-mm drivers for 500 euros
A Diamond in a Walnut Shell
FiiO introduces the FT15, its new flagship model among magnetostatic over-ear headphones. The planar headphone combines 101-millimeter drivers with a diaphragm that is just 800…
FiiO DP11: CD Player with USB Ripping and Hi-Res DAC for 185 euros
"R.I.P." was yesterday
The FiiO DP11 combines a CD player, USB ripping, a CS43198 DAC, and high-resolution playback up to 32-bit/384 kHz. It will be released in October.
New Center: Loewe We.BOOST Upgrades to 5.1.2 Dolby Atmos
Yes, We Can!
The Loewe We.BOOST Center upgrades existing systems from 4.1.2 to 5.1.2 Dolby Atmos. The wireless upgrade costs 299 euros.
New Headphones from Anker Soundcore with Thus AI
Soundcore hears you loud and clear
Anker is launching the AeroClip 2, Space 2 Pro, and Liberty Buds 2, featuring a local Thus AI chip. The three new headphones start at 129.99 euros.
Bose Sport Open Earbuds and Ultra Open Earbuds (2nd Gen) will launch in October
An Open Relationship for Two
The Bose Sport Open Earbuds and Ultra Open Earbuds 2 will be released in October. Find out everything about their features, battery life, and prices starting at 199.95 euros.