I’m currently looking into buying an external USB powered DAC + Headphone amplifier for my 2008 Mac Pro. I was wondering whether the sound quality output from an external DAC would be significantly ...

So, I have recently bot the Onkyo TX 8050 receiver. It is a stereo speaker (not A/V), but it does have digital inputs, optical and coax. I am using Apple TV as source audio, into the optical input in ...

When using an external DAC like HELM Bolt, we should demand the use of its full capabilities and not just one sample-rate for everything you hear. If it’s even remotely important, the next two ...

If you’ve been looking for a way to increase the quality of your audio and take full advantage of your headphones, in-ear monitors (IEMs), or gaming headset but don’t want to spend more than $100, the ...

The iFi hip-dac2 demonstrates why an external DAC and a high-quality headphone amp are essential for anyone who wants to enjoy the full potential of high-resolution music streaming. Once you get your ...

The $849 FiiO K9 Pro ESS DAC/Amp comes with an extensive feature set and stellar sonics. It’s not perfect but there is a lot to like. As an audio engineer and record producer, I have developed ...

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 ...

The Audioengine HXL is designed to both be plug-and-play and pocketable, yet promises a sonic performance that rivals larger desktop devices. The firm is also adamant that it isn't a dongle – even ...

Last month I reviewed the super Bolt DAC from Helm Audio. This tiny device plugs into a smartphone and instantly upgrades the audio and will even play MQA files from TIDAL Masters. The little Bolt ...

Some may have seen my recent review of the Luxsin X9, a high-end DAC/headphones amp and pre-amplifier from a new name under the Eversolo range of products overseen by Zidoo. Whilst the X9 comes in at ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Technology journalist specializing in audio, computing and Apple Macs. There are plenty of people who still like to use wired ...

Rajesh started following the latest happenings in the world of Android around the release of the Nexus One and Samsung Galaxy S. After flashing custom ROMs and kernels on his beloved Galaxy S, he ...