Telegrapher introduces Hippo, an active analog studio subwoofer designed to complement near- and midfield monitors with precise, controlled sub-bass monitoring.

The design pairs a 10-inch woofer with side passive radiators, delivering extended, detailed low frequencies that remain articulate and easy to control.

A 250 W Class D amplifier provides ample studio output, achieving up to 102 dB SPL without sacrificing accuracy.

Motorola unveiled Moto Buds 2 Plus and Moto Buds 2 at MWC 2026, expanding the Moto Things ecosystem with compact Pantone-colored true wireless earbuds.

Moto Buds 2 Plus feature Sound by Bose tuning, 11 mm dynamic drivers, Knowles balanced armatures, Hi-Res Audio via LHDC, and immersive spatial audio support.

Advanced ANC adapts dynamically, while six microphones with CrystalTalk AI deliver clearer calls; battery life reaches 9 hours, or 40 hours with charging case.

Epson introduces the Lifestudio Flex EF-73 Special Lux Edition, a 4K PRO-UHD home cinema projector launching April 2026 in Germany for 1,499 euros.

Despite outputting a 4K signal, the EF-73 uses pixel-shifting with native lower resolution, projecting image sizes from 30 to 150 inches.

The projector features 3LCD technology with RGB LEDs, up to 1,000 lumens brightness, automatic focus and keystone, plus a tilting and swiveling stand.

UFO announced a deluxe reissue of their acclaimed 1981 ninth studio album, *The Wild, The Willing And The Innocent*, arriving 1 May 2026 via Chrysalis.

The release is available as 2CD and 3LP editions, featuring a 2026 remaster, original Hipgnosis artwork, and expanded archival live material.

CD1 includes the remastered album plus seven-inch edits of ‘Couldn’t Get It Right’ and ‘Lonely Heart’, alongside an unreleased alternate mix of ‘It’s Killing Me’.

OTOTEN2026, organized by the Japan Audio Society, will run for three days from June 19–21, 2026, at Tokyo International Forum, expanding its overall scale.

A new paid “Premium Day” on June 19 limits attendance for smoother booth experiences, with advance tickets priced at ¥1,100, sales starting April 24.

Public days on June 20–21 remain free with prior registration, targeting audio enthusiasts, beginners, younger audiences, and families across multiple generations.

KZ ZSN PRO X are budget hybrid in-ear monitors combining a 10 mm dynamic driver for bass with a 30095 balanced armature for treble detail.

The dynamic driver features a modernized magnetic gap design, increasing diaphragm excursion to reduce losses and deliver stronger bass and improved clarity.

Hybrid dual-driver tuning reflects KZ’s signature approach, aiming for a more energetic, spacious sound compared to single-driver IEMs at similar prices.

Acoustic Signature introduced the Tango Apex NEO, a flagship High End phono preamplifier using a fully balanced dual-mono architecture with separate signal paths and power supplies per channel.

Designed for ultra-low noise amplification of sensitive MC cartridges, the unit isolates digital and analog circuits and employs complex shunt power supplies for maximum signal purity.

Connectivity includes three inputs (1× XLR, 2× RCA) with per-input gain selection from 40–70 dB, supporting both MM and MC cartridges with extensive load tuning options.

JBL GO 5 refreshes the compact GO series with pocketable 101×77.4×43 mm dimensions, 230 g weight, six colors, WINK ambient lighting, and IP68 dust/water resistance.

Harman Acoustics tuning boosts audio with 4.8 W output, a 45 mm driver, 100 Hz–19 kHz frequency response, and >85 dB signal-to-noise ratio.

Connectivity advances include Bluetooth 6.0 with SBC, AAC, and LC3 codecs, plus Auracast multi-speaker broadcasting and one-tap AirTouch pairing.

Former HiFi im Hinterhof staff launch HiFi.Shop as a fresh Berlin HiFi and home cinema retailer after the well-known store’s insolvency shocked customers and employees.

Operated by HiFi & Friends GmbH under managing director Clemens Treige, HiFi.Shop aims to reimagine premium sound experiences for both enthusiasts and younger audiences.

The 333-square-meter store near Berlin Südkreuz features specialized zones, including a High-End listening room, HiFi auditorium, headphone lounge, and studio/phono section.

Japanese audiophile label Esoteric releases three new SACD titles, continuing its established formula of two classical recordings and one jazz album per series.

Sibelius “Symphonies No. 2 & No. 5” features San Francisco Symphony under Herbert Blomstedt, recorded 1989–1991 at Davies Symphony Hall, originally released by Decca.

The Sibelius SACD is newly remastered at Esoteric Mastering Center by Motoaki Ohmachi, Jo Yoshida, and Masaya Tohno, issued as hybrid SACD/CD.

Ringo Starr will release his new album **Long Long Road** on April 24, 2026, continuing his late-career exploration of Americana and country music.

Long Long Road** is Starr’s second collaboration with producer T Bone Burnett, following 2025’s **Look Up**, his first country album in over 50 years.

The album contains ten tracks recorded in Nashville and Los Angeles, featuring contributions from Billy Strings, Sheryl Crow, St. Vincent, Molly Tuttle, and Sara Jarosz.

Amazon launches Audible Standard in Germany after 2024 international tests, offering a cheaper audiobook subscription with access to the full Audible catalog.

Audible Standard costs €6.99 per month versus €9.95 for Premium and includes a 30-day free trial with flexible monthly cancellation.

Subscribers can select exactly one audiobook per month, with no rollover option, making unused monthly selections expire if not redeemed.

Sonos is reportedly preparing multiple new speakers, including the Era 100 SL and a new "Play" model expected to replace the Move 2.

The Era 100 SL follows Sonos’ "SL" tradition, removing integrated microphones and voice assistants like Alexa and Sonos Voice Control.

Apart from microphone removal, the Era 100 SL is expected to mirror the standard Era 100 technically, maintaining sound quality and core features.

JMGO announced the N3 Ultimate 4K DLP projector combining AI automation, the new MALC 5.0 engine, and high-precision optical lenses for premium home cinema.

Pre-orders run March 3–April 9, priced at ¥399,344 (20% off ¥499,180), with limited bundles including VIVIDSTROM or Liberty Wide screens and a free stand.

AI auto screen optimization instantly adjusts focus, keystone, obstacle avoidance, and position, remembers setups, and even recognizes screen shapes for effortless reinstallation.

Marantz released a firmware update for its reference streaming preamplifier LINK 10n, enabling DSD 11.2MHz playback via network input and USB memory devices.

The LINK 10n supports native DSD playback, sending DSD signals directly to the DAC without PCM conversion for maximum fidelity and minimal signal loss.

D/A conversion is handled by Marantz Musical Mastering, a proprietary discrete DAC designed to reproduce DSD audio without coloration or degradation.

ByteDance subsidiary Pico plans to release the Project Swan AR headset in 2026, featuring next-generation micro-OLED displays with an ultra-high 4000 PPI density.

The micro-OLED panels deliver 40 pixels-per-degree average angular resolution and up to 45 PPD peak, surpassing Apple Vision Pro and enabling crisp virtual text rendering.

Project Swan uses a dual-chip architecture, with a main processor offering double the performance of Snapdragon XR2 Gen 2, potentially the unconfirmed XR2 Gen 3.

iFi GO link 2 launches at $59, replacing the 2023 GO link with a smaller, lighter 7.8g design focused on ultra-portable wired audio.

Built around an ESS Sabre DAC, GO link 2 supports PCM up to 384kHz and native DSD256, targeting Hi-Res streaming and downloads without Bluetooth complexity.

Power output reaches ≥1.59V/79mW at 32Ω and ≥2.0V/14mW at 300Ω, optimized for efficient IEMs and portable headphones, not power-hungry cans.

Swiss audio brand GENEVA launches the Duo portable Bluetooth speaker stereo pair, priced at ¥69,300, with early sales starting March 4 at Isetan Shinjuku.

Duo consists of two speakers forming a true wireless stereo Hi-Fi system, each featuring a 1.7-inch full-range driver and dual passive radiators.

The speakers deliver 40W maximum output with a frequency response of 80Hz–20kHz, designed for balanced sound regardless of placement location.

Hi-Unit launched limited-time made-to-order “Gospellers 30th Anniversary Original Earphones,” priced at ¥30,000, accepting orders until March 27, shipping from early June.

The special edition was supervised by all Gospellers members, with sound tuning by Yoichi Kitayama, emphasizing natural vocal harmony and individual voice character.

Developed with DARUMA AUDIO, the wired earphones feature dual magnetic circuit dynamic drivers, designed to reproduce subtle vocal nuances from a cappella to orchestral arrangements.