While the distinction in itself is rather obvious, choosing between active and passive speakers can easily become an insurmountable task, especially if this is your first pair of speakers or you don’t know exactly which option will work best for you. In this article, I won’t just highlight the differences between active and passive speakers, but also clarify which option I think is the right one for every situation, giving you a few examples of scenarios when one works better than...
The journey of an audiophile is defined by relentless evolution. As your taste for high-fidelity audio evolves, you might find yourself craving richer sonic palettes, more immersive soundscapes, or simply a more powerful sound to galvanize your listening sessions.
If that sounds familiar, here are the best bookshelf speakers you can buy this year across all price tags.
Personal story here. Last night I was jamming with a few friends, and I played the drums in a song that revolved around a long guitar loop. The loop acted as the song’s foundation and rhythm, which “forced” me to follow the tempo provided by the loop for the jam’s duration (around 12 minutes). It was a new thing for me, and as I was playing I often had to turn to listen to the stage monitor to make sure I was following the loop. That’s when I thought: if I ever...
Today, we’re overwhelmed by the number of portable devices available to music enthusiasts willing to invest in a dedicated music player.
In this article, we’ll look at the best portable audio players on today’s market, ranging from simple and affordable MP3 players to high-end, hi-res DAPs to experience the music in the highest possible fidelity.
Long gone are the days when subwoofers had to be big, bulky and heavy to provide a deep sound. Yet even nowadays, manufacturers look for a balance between aesthetics and performance, and when it comes to subs, results are uncertain at best. Introducing the KEF KC62. Released in 2021, the tiny 10-inch cube took the audiophile community by storm, delivering a sound no one thought possible with such a small sub: a combination of power, depth, and versatility you’ll hardly find in any other...
Today, you can find a pair of bookshelf speakers without blowing your budget easier than ever before. There are plenty of options provided by both established brands and newcomers, each offering a great formula of quality and affordability.
While it’s great to have so many options, it’s easy to get overwhelmed. To make things a bit easier for you, I’ve compiled a list of what I believe are the best budget bookshelf speakers to buy in 2024.