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ELAC DS-101 Discovery Music Server Preview Easy management and playback of your audio library has always been tricky. ELAC has it solved with their DS-101 Discovery music server and integrated Roon software which they unveiled at CES 2016.

Line 6 Firehawk FX Multi Effects Pedal Review The Firehawk FX Multi Effects Pedal by Line 6 is a compact, sturdy, color LED backlit, easy-to-use, lightweight foot control pedal that may cause you to rethink carrying around bulky guitar amps.

ALO Continental Dual Mono DAC/Amp Review The ALO Continental Dual Mono DAC/Amp has a plethora of features and options for customizability this amp can easily replace the desktop set-up taking up a smaller footprint than larger competitors.

Yamaha MusicCast Wireless Music System Revolutionizes Whole Home Streaming MusicCast is Yamaha's wireless whole-house music system with support for diverse music sources, streaming services, and high resolution music over WiFi alone with AirPlay and Bluetooth compatibility.

Fiio X5 2nd Generation Digital Audio Player Preview Fiio have pulled out all the stops to release their latest DAP – the Fiio X5 2nd Generation which features a scroll wheel for navigation and a decent user interface. To find out more, read the review.

Apple Watch Sport Review The Apple Watch Sport is a jack of all trades master of none device. The Apple Watch line has great potential but currently requires a software update to reach more of its potential.

Probox2 EX Extreme Media Player Review The Probox2 EX Android based Media Player is armed with Quadcore processing, 2GB of RAM, and everything but the kitchen sink. But the user experience was as lacking as the multi-channel audio support.

iBasso DX90 Portable Digital Audio Player Review The iBasso DX90 has generally been well-regarded as an excellent choice amongst the audiophile community as a mid-tier digital audio player (DAP). Portable listening has just got interesting.

New Emotiva DACs and Class D Amplifiers Preview Emotiva was at the 2015 AXPONA show displaying their latest in headphone/portable audio products; the Little Ego and Ego DACs as well as hinting at new Class D amplifiers to replace their UPA line.

Line 6 AMPLIFi TT Guitar Effects Processor Review The Line 6 AMPLIFi TT guitar effect processor is a groundbreaking product that allows any musician to connect to their home theater system or take a portable solution to their gigs. Read our review.