Upgrading your home Hi-Fi setup can be a game-changer, whether you’re looking for better sound quality, more immersive listening, or improved convenience. Here’s a list of some of the best upgrades you can make to elevate your home audio experience.
1. Speakers
If you’re still rocking old or mid-range speakers, upgrading to high-quality ones can make a massive difference in the clarity, depth, and richness of sound.
- KEF LS50 Meta
Why? Great for audiophiles, these speakers deliver an incredibly detailed soundstage with a smooth and natural frequency response. Perfect for both music lovers and home theater setups.
- LS50 Meta features KEF’s breakthrough Metamaterial Absorption Technology (MAT) reducing unwanted sound from the rear of …
- Features KEF’S 12th Generation Uni-Q Driver proving a 40% increase in smoothness over the previous version.
- THD 0.07%, Driver Performance Optimisation for enhanced sonic performance, less distortion and reduced coloration
$1,399.00
- Klipsch RP-600M
Why? Great for those who like a more dynamic, punchy sound. These speakers work well for both music and movies.
- 1” titanium lts vented tweeter with hybrid tractrix Horn
- 6.5″ Spun copper cerametallic woofers
- Bass-reflex via rear-firing tractrix port
$349.00
2. Amplifiers / Receivers
An upgraded amplifier or receiver can dramatically improve the clarity and power of your sound.
- Cambridge Audio CXA81 Integrated Amplifier
Why? Offers powerful, clear sound with a wide range of features. The built-in DAC is great for digital sources, and it provides high-quality Bluetooth streaming.
- 80 watts per channel – power to drive the most demanding speakers
- ESS ES9018K2M SABRE32 DAC – reference level digital/analogue conversion
- Class AB Amplification – for balanced & efficient performance
$1,199.00
- Denon AVR-X3800H AV Receiver
Why? Perfect for a home theater setup. It has 9.2 channels, 4K support, and excellent sound processing for movies and music.
- ENVELOPING 3D AUDIO, GEARED FOR 8K – Featuring 8K/60Hz pass-through, the 9.4-Ch AVR-X3800H (105W X 9) receiver delivers …
- GET THE MOST OUT OF YOUR 8K TV – Enjoy the highest quality 3D audio and video with HDCP 2.3 and eARC support. This home …
- UPGRADE YOUR HOME THEATER – Get immersive surround sound with Dolby Atmos, DTS:X Pro, IMAX Enhanced, and Auro 3D. With D…
$1,499.94
3. Digital Audio Converter (DAC)
If you’re using digital sources like a computer or streaming device, a dedicated DAC can significantly improve the quality of your audio.
- Chord Electronics Mojo 2
Why? A high-end portable DAC that offers incredible clarity, detail, and dynamic range.
- 1x Micro USB 768kHz/32-bit Capable Input
- 1x 3.5mm Jack Coaxial 768kHz/32-bit Capable Input
- 1x Optical TOSLINK 96kHz/24-bit Capable Input
$646.00
- Schiit Modius E
Why? Great for those on a budget, this compact DAC offers a surprising level of performance at a very reasonable price.
- Modius E features Schiit’s exclusive Unison USB interface, which provides plug-and-play compatibility with virtually any…
- Dedicated balanced and single-ended output stages with DC-coupled output. Modius is designed and built in Texas, USA.
- Use the included wall power supply when connecting AES, optical, or coaxial digital sources, or for phones & tablets tha…
$229.00
- AudioQuest DragonFly Cobalt
Why? A small, portable DAC that delivers excellent sound quality and is perfect for on-the-go audiophiles.
- Native Resolution up to 24-bit / 96kHz
- DAC Chip ESS ES9038Q2M DAC chip with minimum-phase slow roll-off filter for more natural sound
- Plays All Music Files: MP3 to MQA and Hi-Res
$199.95
4. Turntables (If You’re into Vinyl)
Vinyl lovers know that the turntable makes all the difference. Here are a few great upgrades if you want to refine your analog listening experience.
- Rega Planar 2
Why? It’s a classic that strikes a perfect balance between price and performance. It’s great for entry-level audiophiles
- Rega Carbon Cartridge
- Gloss Acrylic Laminated Plinth
- Self Securing Brass Bearing
$775.00
- Pro-Ject Debut Carbon EVO
Why? This is a fantastic upgrade, offering a beautifully built, great-sounding table with an ultra-smooth carbon fiber tonearm
- 8.6″ one-piece Carbon Fiber tonearm, integrated headshell
- Electronic Speed Selection for 33&45 RPM (78 capable)
- Low-friction precision sapphire tonearm bearings
$599.00
- Technics SL-100C
Why? The gold standard for serious vinyl enthusiasts. It has superb build quality, great sound, and solid engineering
- Enter the Real Vinyl Culture with Technics Premium Class Turntable: Featuring iconic characteristics of Technics legenda…
- Accurately Reads Your Records: The high-sensitivity aluminum S-shape tonearm reads every signal stored in record grooves…
- Audiophile-Grade Cartridge: A pre-installed Audio-Technica cartridge provides high fidelity with minimal setup; tonearm …
$1,099.95
5. Subwoofers
Adding a subwoofer can help round out your sound by providing deeper bass, especially for movies and certain music genres like EDM or hip-hop.
- SVS SB-2000 Pro
Why? Great for music and home theater, this compact subwoofer provides deep, clean bass with impressive power
- Cabinet configuration: Sealed cabinet
- Weight: 38.6 lbs
- Dimensions (WxHxD): 14.2″ x 14.6″ x 15.6″
$899.00
- REL T/9x
Why? Known for adding precise and smooth bass extension that integrates well with high-end speakers
- VERSATILE CONNECTION METHODS: Seamlessly integrates into any home theater or stereo system with speaker outputs or a sub…
- OPTIMAL FOR MODEST 3-WAY OR HIGH-QUALITY BOOKSHELF SPEAKERS: Designed to pair perfectly with modest 3-way speakers or hi…
- PERFECT FOR LARGE SPACES UP TO 800 SQ FT: Delivers deep, pressurizing bass down to 27Hz at -6dB, with the option of usin…
$1,500.00
- Klipsch R-120SW
Why? A powerful subwoofer that delivers big bass without being overly intrusive in terms of space or price.
- 12″ high excursion spun-copper Imp woofer
- 29 hertz – 120 hertz plus /- 3 dB
- 400 watt
$246.00
6. Audio Cables
Quality cables can help improve signal clarity and reduce interference, which is especially noticeable in high-end setups.
- AudioQuest Rocket 88 Speaker Cable
Why? Known for their sound quality and build, they help maintain a clean signal over longer distances.
- Solid Perfect-Surface Copper+ Conductors: Solid conductors prevent electrical strand-to-strand interaction, a major sour…
- Double Star-Quad Geometry: The relationship between conductors defines a cable’s most basic electrical values (capacitan…
- Carbon-Based Noise-Dissipation System: This cable’s negative conductors are covered with partially conductive Carbon-Loa…
$1,449.95
7. Power Conditioner
A good power conditioner can help remove electrical noise and stabilize the power supply to your equipment, which translates into better audio quality.
- Furman Elite-15 PFi
Why? It offers excellent noise filtering, surge protection, and high-quality power delivery for high-end audio gear
- -AC Current Capacity: Input – 15 Amp capacity required -Output – 11-15 Amps RMS (maximum, all outlets combined – continu…
- Outlets: 1 (linearly filtered outlet – front panel) -4 (linearly filtered outlet – rear panel, 2 switched via 12V trigge…
- -Transient Voltage Surge Suppression: 120 VAC – Series Multi-Stage Protection – Non-Sacrificial with Zero -Ground Contam…
$468.78
- AudioQuest Niagara 3000
Why? Provides clean power with fantastic isolation, minimizing distortion from your electrical supply.
- Greatly reduces ground-borne noise without compromising safety or creating low-level ground loops
- Provides power amplifiers a current reservoir of over 55 amps peak (up to 25mS) for AC current transients
- Dramatically improve linearity and minimize distortions while dissipating AC line and radio-coupled noise
$3,900.00
9. Acoustic Treatment
No amount of great gear can fix poor room acoustics. Acoustic panels, diffusers, and bass traps can all make a big difference.
- Auralex Acoustics Studiofoam Panels
Why? Great for reducing echo and controlling reflections in smaller spaces
- 1-Square-Foot Acoustic Panels – Carton of 24 (Charcoal)
$150.99
- Acoustics Bass Traps
Why? These are fantastic for controlling low-end frequencies and improving overall sound clarity in your room
- HELPS WITH NOISE REDUCTION. Bass traps are used to absorb mid to low frequencies of sound and to help control bass vibra…
- ECONOMICAL SOLUTION. Create a great listening room, home theater, or recording environment with the best value noise red…
- EFFECTIVE DESIGN THAT IS EASY TO INSTALL. Wedge style angled design ensures optimum sound absorbency. The acoustical bar…
$99.95
10. Speaker Stands & Isolation Pads
Even a great speaker will sound subpar if it’s not placed properly. Speaker stands and isolation pads will reduce vibrations and improve sound quality.
- IsoAcoustics ISO-Stands
Why? These speaker stands provide excellent isolation, improving imaging and overall clarity
- 6.1” (155mm) Wide x 7.5” (190mm) Depth. 3” (76mm) Height in low setting. 8.25” (210mm) height in tall setting. 40lbs (18…
- HEIGHT & TILT ADJUSTMENT: Offering 14 variations of height and tilt, the ISO-155 will help you optimize the placement of…
- PATENTED ISOACOUSTICS ISOLATION: Tested at the National Research Council of Canada (NRC). The IsoAcoustics award winning…
$119.99
- SoundAddicted Isolation Pads
Why? Affordable way to reduce vibration and improve bass definition for bookshelf speakers
- Enhance the Sound of Your Stereo Equipment: These silicone isolation feet have an extra-high durometer shore hardness of…
- Get a Discreet Bumper Feet Set: Our feet are just 1.2″, smaller than square foot spikes for furniture or electronics, an…
- Prevent Your Application from Skidding: Our silicone feet are great for isolation speakers, pc cases, amplifiers, CD-DAC…
$9.95
Final Thoughts
Upgrading your home Hi-Fi is a balance between investing in quality components that match your needs and budget. If you’re a music lover, focusing on speakers, DACs, and amplification will have the biggest impact. If you’re more of a home theater person, a good receiver, subwoofer, and speaker placement will transform your experience.
What area of your Hi-Fi system are you thinking about upgrading first?