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A stroll through the 70's with Bob... Bob's back with a guided tour of the best music from the 1970s ...

Edison was 30 when he patented his phonograph in 1877, but he wasn’t the first to record sound. That happened 20 years earlier, when French inventor Edouard-Léon Scott de Martinville created ...

If something sounds off or worrisome, bring it to her attention. Growing up, our house was always cluttered, but it has gotten significantly worse over the years. Every room is packed with boxes ...

Or have a private conversation in public without other people hearing you? Our newly published research introduces a way to create audible enclaves – localized pockets of sound that are isolated from ...

Our newly published research introduces a way to create audible enclaves – localized pockets of sound that are isolated from their surroundings. In other words, we’ve developed a technology ...

We've tested everything from elite Dolby Atmos soundbars to cheap and simple TV sound upgrades, and these are the best. One of the best soundbars is essential if you’ve invested in a big TV and ...

A great sound system can transform your movies, games, and music into a truly immersive audio experience. Whether it's soundbars, subwoofers, or speakers, you can turn your living room into a mini ...

For people with misophonia, the sound of chewing, tapping, or sniffing isn’t just annoying—it’s unbearable. Scientists are unraveling the mystery behind this little-known condition and how ...