The Helm Audio Bolt DAC/AMP’s outstanding audio performance; ability to decode every major high-res audio format—including MQA; ultra-compact form factor; and $99 price makes it a must-have device.

The new DX1 II from Topping is an advanced DAC and headphone amplifier that can give an instant sonic upgared to smartphones, ...

If you're an audiophile or gamer hoping to improve the sound quality from various devices you use daily, you might need a DAC, or digital-to-analog converter, to get the best results. The DAC has one ...

Worth its price tag, the iFi Zen Air DAC 2 is a solid piece of audio tech that won’t break the bank while providing an ...

Luxsin X8 and X9 desktop DAC and headphone amps are available in North America with AI EQ, HP EQ, serious power, and pricing from $699. Luxsin Audio is not exactly a household name yet, but that may ...

Now that pretty much every major streaming music service — except Spotify — offers lossless audio options at CD-quality or better, you may be wondering how you can hear that extra level of sound ...

Everybody is streaming over smartphones, smart computers and smart speakers. But a “smart” anything may be doing its best to outsmart your ears. You need a DAC. That is to say, you probably need ...

Our trip through the world of audio technology has taken us step-by step from your ears into a typical home Hi-Fi system. We’ve seen the speakers and the amplifier, now it’s time to take a look at ...

Is the $99 Helm Audio Bolt the best Dongle DAC available for the money? We think it might be the best one regardless of price. Does everybody have a Dongle DAC in 2021? I’m starting to think that ...

An external DAC is an essential purchase for anyone looking to stream hi-res music from services like Apple Music, Qobuz, or Tidal, and the DragonFly Cobalt combines portability with incredible ...

I’ve got some bad news: Those nice headphones and great speakers that you spent so much money on? They probably don’t sound as good as they could. You spent the time searching for the best audio gear ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Technology journalist specializing in audio, computing and Apple Macs. Way back in 2011 that British audio company AudioLab ...