Ty Pendlebury is CNET's senior editor for TV and home audio, and author of the daily Insider newsletter. He has rigorously tested, reviewed and written about AV equipment for the company since 2006.

The accepted wisdom in audio circles is that in order to get the best quality sound you really need to invest in separates: a separate amp, CD player, network streamer or vinyl turntable. Building a ...

I'm planning to gut and redo the stereo system in my car with a goal of improved sound quality and am really stuck understanding some of the suggestions of car audio shops in my area. Basically ...

The Cherry Audio MEGAschino Mk2 Standard Edition Class D Amplifier is energy efficient, boasting SOTA specs and gobs of power output (>400wpc, 8 ohms). Is it worth the $6k price? Read our review. The ...

We had the opportunity to listen to the Moonriver Audio 404 Integrated Amplifier again at T.H.E. Show 2022 and it did not disappoint. The Moonriver Audio 404 (starting at $3,499 USD) is an integrated ...

We earn commissions from purchases you make using links in our articles. Learn more. For many car owners, the stock stereo just won't cut it and thankfully there are plenty of cost-efficient ways to ...

All products featured on NME Recommends are curated by our editorial team. NME may earn a small commission when you buy through our links. While it’s doubtful that you’re cranking up the music for a ...

Upgrading your car's sound system can transform your driving experience. A good system makes music sound richer, podcasts ...

The surest mark of your descent down the audiophile rabbit hole is the first time you start to seriously consider buying a dedicated headphone amplifier. It’s like a photography enthusiast looking ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Technology journalist specializing in audio, computing and Apple Macs. When British hi-fi brand Cambridge Audio discontinued its ...