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.

In sports, great athletes are defined by big moments. Think back to Michael Jordan hitting “The Shot” to win the 1998 NBA Finals or Maradona scoring the “Hand of God” goal to win the 1986 World Cup.

Ever since I moved out of the city and into a house with an actual office, I’ve had enough space to create something that I’ve always wanted: a workstation with a truly killer desktop audio system.

Modern smartphones have to keep up with our increasingly demanding audio needs. Whether it’s wireless audio playback, traditional wired headphones, or the increasing consumption of audio over phone ...

Can you really build a high-end audio system with vinyl playback around the Arylic H50 Network Amplifier? Affordability and flexibility are key factors for consumers looking to build a desktop or home ...

Understand the basic audio components of a Hi-Fi stereo system so you know what to look for when shopping for audiophile equipment. Amplifier. Amp. Preamp. Integrated amp. Phono stage. Tube amplifier.

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 ...

Upgrading car audio enhances driving comfort and enjoyment, not just loudness or bass. Prioritize goals, budget, and each component—speakers, subwoofers, amps, wiring, and tuning matter. Professional ...

The aptly named city of Niagara Falls stands adjacent to its famous group of three waterfalls that span the border between the province of Ontario in Canada and the state of New York. The city is home ...