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The DefCom speakers are a collaboration between DeVore Fidelity and Set Free Richardson, blending luxury audio with artistic design.* Priced at $21,700, these two-way speakers offer a frequency response of 26Hz to 31kHz, and sensitivity of 96dB.* Constructed with sustainable black rosewood and lighter wood sides, the design emphasizes both aesthetics and environmental consciousness.* Standing 35.5 inches tall, the DefCom shares similarities with the acclaimed DeVore Fidelity O/96 model.* Set Free Richardson, known for the AND1 Mixtape, contributes creative direction, merging audio innovation with cultural significance.* Available on the Compound website and authorized distributors, the DefCom speakers target audiophiles seeking premium craftsmanship and performance.
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* Queen will release a 5CD+2LP super deluxe Queen II box set on 27 March 2026 via EMI, expanding the original 1974 album extensively.

* Audio Research I/55 is a compact tube integrated amplifier derived from I/70, succeeding I/50, targeting high-end listeners seeking classic tube sound with m…

* ToxFreeLife tested 81 headphone models from brands including Sony, Apple, JBL, Bose, Samsung, and Temu across European retail and online marketplaces.

* Audio-Technica launches the ATH-CKD7NC USB-C wired earphones on February 27, featuring hybrid noise cancelling and priced at ¥9,680 via direct sales.