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Buying Guide: Best DACs, Headphone Amps and DAC/Amp Combos to buy in 2026

2025-12-12T14:34:25Z

As we head into 2026, join us at The Audio Files as we round up some of the best and most compelling products in audio source gear. No matter if you're looking to spend a few hundred, or thousands for the best you can get, we've got you covered!

The Best High-End IEMs (Unlimited Budget) - Start of 2026 Edition

2025-11-29T22:43:48Z

Wonder what the best IEMs in the world with an unlimited budget are? Fc-Construct gives you some of his top choices that are worthy of attention.

The Best IEMs Under $2,500 - Start of 2026 Edition

2025-11-29T14:42:32Z

Looking for the best IEMs under $2,500? The Headphones.com reviewer team has you covered with our favorite picks for the luxury end of the IEM market.

The Best IEMs Under $1,000 - Start of 2026 Edition

2025-11-26T23:07:33Z

Looking for the best IEMs under $1,000? The Headphones.com reviewer team has you covered with our favorite picks, with some context on the state of the IEM market.

The Best IEMs Under $100 - Start of 2026 Edition

2025-11-26T22:15:20Z

Looking for the best IEMs under $100? The Headphones.com reviewer team has you covered with our favorite picks, plus practical advice for first-time buyers.

The Best IEMs Under $500 - Start of 2026 Edition

2025-11-26T22:12:08Z

Looking for the best IEMs under $500? The Headphones.com reviewer team has you covered with our favorite picks, with some context on the state of the IEM market.

Best Over-Ear Headphones of 2025 (Mid-Fi Edition)

2025-11-26T07:46:01Z

Explore our choices for the top over-ear headphones under $1000 in 2025, including new releases as well as time-tested classics.

The Best ANC Headphones to Buy in 2025 - And What to Avoid

2025-11-21T19:13:52Z

Resolve gives his perspective on over-ear ANC headphones at the end of 2025, going over the ones he'd choose at various price points.

Best Over-Ear Headphones of 2025 (Entry-Level Edition)

2025-11-17T11:56:28Z

Explore our choices for the top over-ear headphones under $200 in 2025, including new releases as well as time-tested classics.

The Headphone Show's "Best Value in Audiophile Headphones" Round-Up

2025-08-17T07:00:01Z

When it comes to headphones, “value” doesn’t mean the cheapest—it means the smartest way to spend your money. So here are our picks for the best value headphones (and IEMs, and source gear) on the current market!

The Best High-End IEMs (Unlimited Budget) - Summer 2025 Buyer’s Guide Update

2025-07-22T20:47:58Z

Wonder what the best IEMs in the world with an unlimited budget are? Fc-Construct gives you some of his top choices that are worthy of attention.

The Best IEMs Under $100 - Summer 2025 Buyer's Guide Update

2025-07-09T14:28:15Z

Looking for the best IEMs under $100? The Headphones.com reviewer team has you covered with our favorite picks, plus practical advice for first-time buyers.

Headphones.com Closed Back Headphone Buying Guide - $500-1000

2025-05-28T22:30:00Z

The Headphones.com Editorial Team shares their favorite picks for passive closed-back headphones between $500 and $1000.

Ranking (almost) ALL of the 64 Audio IEMs! (Updated for 2025)

2025-05-02T07:00:11Z

Fc Construct is here to give you his ranking of (almost) every 64 Audio IEM, updated for their 2025 lineup.

Headphones.com Open-Back Headphone Buying Guide - $500-1000

2025-04-19T18:06:39Z

The Headphones.com Editorial Team shouts out their favorite options for open-back over-ear headphones between $500 and $1000