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21 Unforgettable Song Covers That Sound So Good, Fans Think They’re the Originals

1 week ago | headphonesty.com | Alexandra Plesa

These are the song covers audiophiles can’t stop recommending. Some songs are born great. Others get there with a little help from someone else entirely. While Kelly Clarkson does have a supernatural gift for making any song sound like it was written for her, she’s far from the only one with this power. Whether it’s a matter of richer vocals, tighter production, or the magic of Hi-Fi gear bringing out previously hidden nuances, certain covers do more than just reimagine the original.
This New Streaming Platform Promises to Push Your Sound System Further Than Tidal or Qobuz Ever Could

1 week ago | headphonesty.com | Alexandra Plesa

The future of high-resolution music streaming just arrived… at a price. Audiophiles’ endless quest for perfect sound reproduction may have reached a new milestone. New service Pure Audio Streaming is gearing up to enter the high-fidelity streaming market, promising to deliver truly uncompressed immersive audio that surrounds listeners from all directions. The platform aims to push home audio systems beyond what Tidal and Qobuz have accomplished.
People Who Blast Music on Trains and Buses Could Soon Face a $1,000 Fine

2 weeks ago | headphonesty.com | Alexandra Plesa

You know that guy on the bus with full-volume Reels? He’s not gonna like this. Were you ever forced to listen to someone else’s music because they were blasting it on their phone’s speaker while riding the bus? You’re not alone. In the UK, Liberal Democrats want to fine people up to £1,000 for playing loud music on public transport without headphones.
50 Albums That Will Ruin Bad Speakers Forever (And Bless the Good Ones)

2 weeks ago | headphonesty.com | Alexandra Plesa

We asked thousands of audiophiles to name the one album they think is perfect. Here’s the full list they swear by. You can measure gear all day, but sometimes the best way to test a system is to put on a record that makes people feel something. These are the albums that serious listeners go back to again and again—not just for the music, but for the way they’re recorded, mixed, and mastered.
35 Songs That Sound Flat-Out Wrong Until You Hear Them on Hi-Fi

3 weeks ago | headphonesty.com | Alexandra Plesa

Warning: After this list, you’ll never settle for basic audio again. While music is a deeply personal experience, the equipment you use can dramatically change what you hear. Some songs might sound decent on basic speakers or earbuds, but they transform completely when played through high-quality audio systems. These tracks contain sonic details, spatial cues, and frequency ranges that budget gear simply can’t reproduce.
50 Progressive Rock Artists That’ll Expose Every Flaw in Your Audio Setup

3 weeks ago | headphonesty.com | Alexandra Plesa

If these names are unfamiliar, you have some serious listening to do. Progressive rock rewards attentive listening and quality audio equipment. The marriage of complex compositions, dynamic range, and innovative production techniques makes it a natural fit for audiophiles seeking to test the capabilities of their sound systems. For those new to the genre, this list features the top progressive rock artists known not just for their musical contributions, but for sonic excellence.
27 Most Underrated Audio Gear Across All Categories

1 month ago | headphonesty.com | Alexandra Plesa

These picks are the audio world’s best-kept secrets. Not every piece of gear gets its moment in the spotlight. Some of the best-sounding, most reliable audio equipment out there flies completely under the radar. They’re skipped over because it’s not flashy, expensive, or trendy. This list highlights the underrated stuff: headphones, speakers, amps, and more that quietly earn their keep, even if they don’t make it into every “best of” roundup. Headphones3. Grado SR60e / SR80e5. Sony MDR-V66.
Collectors Are Using a $1,000 'Pancake Maker' to Bring Warped Records Back From the Dead

1 month ago | headphonesty.com | Alexandra Plesa

We wouldn’t call this a must-have, but it sure is pretty!A thousand dollars to fix a warped record? That’s exactly what Pro-Ject is betting vinyl collectors will pay for their new “Flatten It” device. This specialized machine uses heated aluminum plates to gently reshape warped vinyl to remove the skips and distortion that can ruin playback. While the price tag might make casual listeners wince, die-hard collectors faced with irreplaceable warped gems might find it worth every penny.
6 Worrying Signs Tidal Is on the Way Out, According to Audiophiles

1 month ago | headphonesty.com | Alexandra Plesa

Audiophiles defended Tidal for years. Now even they are jumping ship. Tidal’s future is looking shakier by the day. Once the gold standard for audiophiles, evidence suggests this high-fidelity platform might be on life support. For music lovers who’ve defended their premium subscriptions for years, the warning signs are becoming impossible to ignore. 1.
AirPods Max Just Gained a Feature No Other Studio Headphones Offer

1 month ago | headphonesty.com | Alexandra Plesa

This update makes AirPods Max studio-ready for real. Apple has announced a major firmware update for AirPods Max that delivers 24-bit, 48 kHz lossless audio, and ultra-low latency when connected via USB-C. But the real headline? With this update, AirPods Max become the only headphones that let musicians both create and mix in Personalized Spatial Audio with head tracking.