Next-generation headphone developed with community  feedback to deliver an even better listen and a stunning new  striped ebony finish.  Meze Audio is delighted to introduce LIRIC 2nd Generation, a major evolution of its  acclaimed LIRIC closed-back headphones with performance enhancements, a  stunning new striped ebony wood finish and more modularity for easier upgrades and a […] The post Meze Audio Liric 2nd Generation Headphones appeared first on Audio Bacon ..read more

TIDAL Audio, the world renowned manufacturer of luxury high-end audio speakers and electronics, is delighted to announce the addition of a prestigious new dealer to its family. The newest member of the TIDAL Audio dealer network, Audio Ultra, located at the West Coast, now joins the esteemed ranks of Artisan Fidelity as an Authorized Partner […] The post TIDAL Audio Welcomes Audio Ultra to Its Dealer Network appeared first on Audio Bacon ..read more

Treehaus Audiolab introduces new “Texture Black Metallic” finish at the Florida  International Audio Expo 2024 with Geshelli Labs  February 10, 2024  Treehaus Audiolab will make its debut appearance at FLAX, supplying speakers to  Geshelli Labs for a special listening room. Audiophiles can experience Treehaus  Audiolab speakers on superb solid-state equipment in Florida for the first […] The post Treehaus Audiolab introduces new “Texture Black Metallic” finish  appeared first on Audio Bacon ..read more

As an audiophile constantly in pursuit of the pinnacle of sound quality, I’ve had the opportunity to explore various tools and technologies designed to enhance digital audio. One such tool that has caught my attention is PGGB, a sophisticated piece of software that aims to elevate the hobby through advanced up-sampling techniques. Developed with a […] The post Review: PGGB – Your Personal Music Upscaler appeared first on Audio Bacon ..read more

HIFIMAN Debuts Two New Desktop DAC/Amps EF500 and EF499 Put HIFIMAN Design and Performance Within Reach of Music-lovers at Every Level BELLMORE, NY, February 6, 2024 –HIFIMAN, the leader in high fidelity personal audio, today introduced two additions to its growing lineup of high-performance desktop headphone DAC/amplifiers: EF500 and EF499. Both the EF500 and EF499 (SRP: $459 and $299, […] The post HIFIMAN Debuts Two New Desktop DAC/Amps appeared first on Audio Bacon ..read more

The ULTIMA INTEGRATED is now available globally The British-made ULTIMA INTEGRATED is now in full production and available worldwide 5 February 2024, Kent, England: Chord Electronics’ all-new ULTIMA INTEGRATED stereo amplifier is now in full production at the Kent factory and is available to buy worldwide, following the amplifier’s international debut at HIGH END, Munich, […] The post Chord Electronics ULTIMA INTEGRATED now available globally appeared first on Audio Bacon ..read more

Børresen is proud to launch the Børresen X1 stand-mounted loudspeaker. This two-way loudspeaker is the smallest model in the X-series. The X1 marks the entry into the Børresen loudspeaker universe and is a testament to chief designer Michael Børresen’s belief that “everyone deserves this kind of emotional musical moments”.  The X1, with its compact design […] The post The new Børresen X1 – Perfection in sound meets compact elegance in design appeared first on Audio Bacon ..read more

Four-way Aphrodite Designed for Best-in-Class Two- and Multi-channel Sound Reproduction MELVILLE, NY, January 24, 2024 – Alta Audio, the company that combines advanced technology and outstanding aesthetics to create industry-leading home audio loudspeakers, today announced Aphrodite, a four-way floor-standing speaker that heralds a new era for the brand. “Aphrodite is the ultimate statement of Alta Audio’s approach to […] The post The Goddess of Love Inspires Aphrodite, a New Reference Speaker from Alta Audio appeared first on Audio Bacon ..read more

Cameron MacLeod wrote a nice piece on how Shazam actually works. I’ve been curious since I’ve used Shazam to gather timestamps when I listen to music at the HiFi shows. Sometimes Shazam’s able to recognize a song within a second. It’s impressive. Check out MacLeod’s analysis here. Here’s a bird’s eye view of how it […] The post How Does Shazam Work? appeared first on Audio Bacon ..read more

STERLING, VA, U.S.A. — YG Acoustics, one of the leading loudspeaker manufacturers in the high-end audio industry, is proud to announce the highly anticipated U.S. debut of the Sonja 3 loudspeaker. This exclusive event will take place from October 5th to 7th at the brand-new Hi-Fi retail store, Alma Audio East, located in Sterling, VA, […] The post YG Acoustics Unveils Sonja 3 Loudspeaker at Alma Audio East appeared first on Audio Bacon ..read more