Marshall has added a new color scheme to its top-of-the-line Marshall Woburn III model – brown. And while the speaker is the same on the inside, the outside is now more retro than ever. The best part? It still roars with 150 watts of power.
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Danish audio luxury meets Italian stonemason glamour — and the result is the Bang & Olufsen Beosound Balance speaker, which sounds great and looks like it just escaped from a modern art museum.
If you own Sony's WH-1000XM5, then you know what it's like to live in your own sound bubble: legendary active noise cancellation (ANC), fantastic soundstage, and thoughtful features that rival brands are still trying to copy. So the question is: Why would Sony even upgrade something so good and create the Sony WH-1000XM6?
Buying new headphones these days is almost as complicated as finding the perfect balance: you want them to look good, to “hear” you, to be able to silence the world around you… and not cost you half your monthly rent. Of course, you can choose the first AirPods that catch your eye (and out of your ear), or you can venture into a more sophisticated world, where 200 euros still means quality, and not just “luxury at a sale price”. In this zone of “audio comfort” – that is, between 100 and 200 euros – there are unexpectedly many sonic treasures hidden. But, as always, not all headphones are born equal. Some are masterfully balanced, others are irresistible in design, and still others simply stubbornly insist on a 100-hour battery life as if this is completely normal.
Vinyl record straightener. Vinyl enthusiasts, rejoice – Pro-Ject has introduced the Flatten It, a device for straightening curled vinyl records that costs almost as much as a decent turntable. But hey, nothing is too expensive for a true love of analog sound, right?
With the new update, Apple is delivering what it has long promised for the first time: lossless audio, zero latency, and spatial audio that is no longer just a marketing gimmick. But... is this enough to make the AirPods Max 2 2025 a tool and not just a fashion accessory?
When industrial designer Antonio Meze realized over a decade ago that the headphone market wasn’t offering anything that would satisfy his sophisticated taste in sound and design, he decided to take matters into his own hands. Thus was born the Meze Audio brand, which quickly established itself as one of the most respected in the audiophile world. In 2015, they impressed with the Meze 99 Classics model, and the turning point came with the Empyrean, the first high-end planar-magnetic headphones that left the competition far behind – both in quality and price. This time, Meze Audio presents the POET.
If you've ever owned a Sonos speaker, you know: once you're in their ecosystem, there's no going back. Sonos is like that cool guy in the crowd who never tries too hard, but still always comes across as superior. And the Sonos Move 2 continues that tradition – it's a speaker that's both smart enough for the living room and rugged enough for the patio, balcony, weekend getaway, or a spontaneous road trip. But... is it really portable? Well, yes. If portable means carrying something around with a fair amount of willpower and dedication.
Sometimes you have to admit – Beats have long been considered the “too much bass, not enough everything else” headphones you buy just because someone on Instagram was wearing them. But here we go – it’s 2025 and I’m about to say something that would have sent me into internet quarantine years ago: The new Powerbeats Pro 2 are actually some of the better headphones on the market. Yes, those ear-hook headphones that look like something a space marathon runner would wear. Well, now they’re better, lighter, more comfortable and – surprise – smarter. And the craziest part: they have all these upgrades, but the price remains the same as the previous generation. Apple, are you online?
The Beats Studio Buds were one of the most popular true wireless headphones in their price range, especially among Apple users. Their minimalist design, powerful bass, and comfort won over the masses, but they also received criticism - mainly for their mediocre call quality and average noise cancellation. Now here are the Beats Studio Buds+, which promise more or less improvements in all the key areas. Better sound quality, better microphones, better noise cancellation, longer battery life - and as a bonus, a transparent version that attracts more views than a desperate TikTok influencer. But do all these improvements actually justify the purchase?
The Xiaomi Redmi Buds 6 Pro are wireless headphones that, starting at €71, offer an exceptional combination of quality sound, long battery life, and advanced noise cancellation. The sound isn't ultra-premium, but it's more than convincing for its price. The ANC doesn't meet industry standards, but it's more than enough for the hustle and bustle of the city.
Have you ever bought a speaker just because it was functional – and then hid it behind a bookshelf or sofa? Home electronics are often designed with neutrality in mind, to blend in with their surroundings. But what if technology could become part of the decor, not just a necessary accessory? IKEA has the answer!