- Cambridge Audio EVO 150 streaming integrated amplifier21 September 2021, 4:57 pm
In 1968, I was a 2-year-old toddler living in Paris, France—my birthplace—on the 14th floor of a diplomat-occupied apartment complex overlooking the Seine. My dad, a member of the Royal Canadian Mounted Police, was stationed in Paris, working security at the Canadian embassy. My mom and I were there with him. Tue, 09/21/2021...
- Recommended Components Fall 2021 Edition16 September 2021, 5:11 pm
Every product listed here has been reviewed in Stereophile. Everything on the list, regardless of rating, is genuinely recommendable. Within each category, products are listed by class; within each class, they're in alphabetical order, followed by their price, a review synopsis, and a note indicating the issues in which the review, and any subsequent follow-up reports, appeared. "Vol.44 No.9" indicates our September 2021 issue, for example. "WWW" means the review is also posted online.Thu, 09/... - Revinylization #22: George Harrison's <I>All Things Must Pass</I>15 September 2021, 4:44 pm
Capitol/UMe 3565238 (5 CD, 1 Blu-ray). 2021. George Harrison, Phil Spector, Harrison, David Zonshine, prods.; Ken Scott, Philip McDonald, Paul Hicks, engs. Performance ***** Sonics ***** Six weeks after the world's biggest pop group broke up, the "Quiet Beatle" began work on a monumental three-LP album that stands tall a half-century later. George Harrison's first solo album (his third if you count a movie soundtrack and an experimental-music record) is a masterpiece, a musical minestrone of in... - The new aether14 September 2021, 4:23 pm
When I decided that Stereophile should review the McIntosh MAC7200 receiver (see the review in the January 2021 issue), I had several reasons for doing so. First, McIntosh is known for the quality of its radio tuners and amplifiers, so I was confident it would be an impressive product. (It was.) Second, a review of a terrestrial radio receiver in 2021 had a certain retro appeal that I thought Stereophile readers might appreciate. Third, as Larry Greenhill wrote in the introduction to that review... - September 2021 Classical Record Reviews10 September 2021, 4:11 pm
Kansas City Symphony/Michael Stern One-Movement Symphonies, Sebastian Fagerlund: Nomade • Water Atlas and Andrew Von Oeyen: Bach • Beethoven. Fri, 09/10/2021...
- Gold Note DS-10 Plus Streaming DAC/Preamplifier20 September 2021, 1:38 pm
Sometimes a component has all but one of the features […] The post Gold Note DS-10 Plus Streaming DAC/Preamplifier appeared first on The Absolute Sound.... - T+A Announces The New Series 20017 September 2021, 4:34 pm
The following is a press release issued by T+A elektroakustik. […] The post T+A Announces The New Series 200 appeared first on The Absolute Sound.... - Dr. Lonnie Smith: Breathe17 September 2021, 3:05 pm
For the perfect combination of sheer soul and swing with […] The post Dr. Lonnie Smith: Breathe appeared first on The Absolute Sound.... - The Format Ambassador15 September 2021, 8:28 pm
As someone who’s always been a champion of sonic excellence […] The post The Format Ambassador appeared first on The Absolute Sound.... - HRS VXR Stand, Vortex and Helix Footers, and DPII Damping Plate14 September 2021, 8:56 pm
Mike Latvis, the chief engineer of Harmonic Resolution Systems, based […] The post HRS VXR Stand, Vortex and Helix Footers, and DPII Damping Plate appeared first on The Absolute Sound....
- World Premiere Review: Audio Sensibility Signature Ethernet And DC Power Cables Review21 September 2021, 2:39 pm
If you've clicked on this review you already know that cables make a difference. I'll spare you that lecture. You may also already know about Steven Huang and his Audio Sensibility cable company out of Toronto, Canada. I've been commenting on his presence at the Montreal and Toronto audio shows since 2010. His cables featured prominently in my $5000 Entry Level System project in 2014, allowing me to reach a sound quality level in a streamlined rig that came surprisingly close to my reference rig... - CanJam SoCal 2021 Is This Weekend21 September 2021, 1:02 pm
Head-Fi's CanJam SoCal 2021 takes place at the Irvine Marriott by the John Wayne Airport on Saturday from 10am to 6pm and Sunday 10am to 5pm. Featuring over 100 leading brands in over 25,000 sq ft. of exhibition space, CanJam SoCal will showcase the latest products and innovations in headphones and personal audio electronics in all price ranges – from $50 earbuds to the world’s finest headphone audio systems at $50,000. Bring the family and have some fun at Disneyland and California ... - Best Of 2021 Blue Note Equipment Awards By EnjoyTheMusic.com20 September 2021, 2:42 pm
Let it be said here and now we make no apologies that during 2021 our staff chose only 19 products to receive our special Best Of 2021 Blue Note Award. With so many products spanning an array of categories reviewed from late 2020 through September 2021, this does not mean that everyone gets an award. This is not to say that other products do not merit your attention, it is simply that only the very best of the bunch should stand out and be recognized clearly and concisely. EnjoyTheMusic.com does... - UK Audio Show In Early October Is A Go20 September 2021, 2:30 pm
UK Audio Show is also a go as "in our view definitely something worthy of being added to your list of things to attend" says show promoter Chester Group. "It just seems right to open the doors this year and do away with any notion of entrance charges", says Mr. Bird of Chester Group. "The audio industry, like so many, has suffered enough over the past 18 months as show after show has fallen victim to the Covid restrictions. Now it's time to give a big welcome to everyone to enjoy the fine hi-fi ... - Blue Note Award: Pass Labs INT-25 Int. Amp. Review18 September 2021, 12:38 pm
Lest one think that this review is simply not only more evidence that I have somehow formed an untoward relationship with Pass Laboratories, I'd build my defense around the fact that every time I reviewed one of their high-end audio components, I was "assigned" the task. Sure, the fact that I use not only the power and preamplifier but also the headphone amplifier I use as references, must not help my case. The next thing I know I'm asked to review their INT-25 integrated amplifier. It's tough w...
- MUSIC | Our albums: CAL TJADER-STAN GETZ SEXTET, Cal Tjader-Stan Getz Sextet, Fantasy/First Impression Music LIM UHD 061, "Limited Edition | First 2000 Pressings", "UltraHD 32-Bit PureFlection", COMPACT DISC (1958/2008)1 September 2021, 12:00 am
... - COLUMN: finite elemente MASTER REFERENCE PAGODE EDITION MkII ⸜ anti-vibration rack | GERMANY/POLAND1 September 2021, 12:00 am
COLUMN Text and images: WOJCIECH PACUŁA No 208 September 1, 2021 REFERENCE SYSTEM N MY AUDIOPHILE LIFE I had only two racks both designed in such a way, as to protect the devices placed on them from external vibrations and to reduce vibrations introduced by the devices themselves. The breakthrough was the MASTER REFERENCE PAGODE EDITION rack by the German company FINITE ELEMENTE. Installed in my house in November 2013, i.e. eight years ago, it has been a real support for me t... - REVIEW: Denafrips TERMINATOR PLUS ⸜ digital-to-analogue converter | CHINA1 September 2021, 12:00 am
Review Text: WOJCIECH PACUŁA Translation: Marek Dyba Images: Wojciech Pacuła No 208 September 1, 2021 ⌈ Established in 2012, the Singapore-based DENAFRIPS company is known primarily for its digital-to-analog converters, which use discrete D/A converters. It is a difficult solution to implement, but it offers excellent results. We can find them even in the cheapest devices of this company, and also in the top model tested by us - the TERMINATOR PLUS. ⌋ HEN... - REVIEW: S.M.S.L AO200 ⸜ integrated amplifier | CHINA1 September 2021, 12:00 am
Review Text: WOJCIECH PACUŁA Translation: Marek Dyba Images: Wojciech Pacuła No 208 September 1, 2021 ⌈ Established in 2009, Foshan ShuangMuSanLin Electronics (S.M.S.L) is a manufacturer based in the industrial part of China, Schenzen Province. It offers nicely made products aimed at the audiophile part of the society, such as: D/A converters, headphone amplifiers and power amplifiers. We test its AO200 integrated amplifier. ⌋ O LESS THAN SEVENTEEN MODELS ... - REVIEW: Merason FRÉROT + POW1 ⸜ digital-to-analogue converter | SWITZERLAND1 September 2021, 12:00 am
Review Text: WOJCIECH PACUŁA Translation: Ewa Muszczynko Images: Bartosz Łuczak/Piksel Studio | Wojciech Pacuła No 208 September 1, 2021 ⌈ The MERASON brand belongs to the Swiss company DAFRAUD GmbH, set up in 2013 by DANIEL FRAUCHIGER. It made its debut with the D/A converter DAC1 in 2015, while the tested FRÉROT converter was launched in 2020. ⌋ ERASON HOMEPAGE features a quote by its founder and constructor, Mr. DANIEL FRAUCHIGER: The tas...
- Chord Electronics offers ULTIMA technology in its first ever small desktop amplifier 21 September 2021, 3:18 pm
The new Anni brings ULTIMA tech to today’s high-performance headphones and compact loudspeakers Kent, UK, 21st September 2021: Chord Electronics has launched its first ever small desktop integrated amplifier, Anni. Capable of driving both headphones and compact loudspeakers, the Qutest-sized Anni benefits from the company’s proprietary ULTIMA circuit topology and is perfectly positioned to exploit... Read More » The post Chord Electronics offers ULTIMA technology in its first e... - iFi's Stellar Nova and SupaNova Power Cords20 September 2021, 9:50 pm
My last foray in the fiefdom of iFi focused on fixing a pair of power problems that plague too many audio setups: ground loops and DC offset. The diminutive GND Defender and DC Blocker elegantly address that annoying rattle and hum—and at the most un-audio-extortionate prices. As I mentioned in that review HERE, the two... Read More » The post iFi's Stellar Nova and SupaNova Power Cords appeared first on Positive Feedback.... - New USB interconnect expands Chord Company’s award-winning Clearway range17 September 2021, 6:28 pm
The new Clearway USB brings extraordinary performance, plus a lifetime warranty for a budget price Wiltshire, England, September 17th: Chord Company’s multi-award-winning Clearway range, which includes digital and analogue interconnects, speaker cables and more, has expanded to include a new USB cable offering superb performance and value for money. The new Clearway USB is priced from just £100... Read More » The post New USB interconnect expands Chord Company&rs... - The Pacific Audio Fest for 2022 is definitely ON!16 September 2021, 9:55 pm
In April of this year we had to make the tough decision to postpone our 2021 show. We have since signed a new contract with the venue, and it is now time to start booking rooms for the show! General registration opens Oct 15, 2021. 1) The Early-Bird rates will end December 15, 2021.... Read More » The post The Pacific Audio Fest for 2022 is definitely ON! appeared first on Positive Feedback.... - Qobuz unveils two new features15 September 2021, 4:44 pm
Qobuz unveils two new features - My Weekly Q and Apple CarPlaytm online - to create a tailor-made musical experience September 15, 2021, New York, NY - Qobuz, the leading platform for streaming and downloading high-resolution music, is unveiling My Weekly Q and Apple CarPlay online, two new features that offer a tailor-made listening experience... Read More » The post Qobuz unveils two new features appeared first on Positive Feedback....
- The Rega P10 Turntable and Apheta 3 Cartridge20 September 2021, 2:33 am
Rega’s top table, the P10 is new again. Not new new, but Rega new, which means It’s been subtly updated in nearly every aspect. This warrants a two-tier review. One for those of you that closely follow the brand, and perhaps even have one of the last versions of the P10, or even a P9, [...]... - The Penaudio Lumi Speakers20 September 2021, 2:00 am
Where so many manufacturers have fallen victim to designing a speaker line around a tweeter first, with each smaller model having progressively less bass as a result, Penaudio’s Sami Penttila does it old school, developing each model to be a unique entity. The result is a small speaker that is optimized for a smaller room, [...]... - REVIEW: The Thrax Yatrus Turntable10 September 2021, 3:18 am
With turntables spiraling out of control, price-wise, a $100k turntable is no longer the talk of a madman that it once was. That said, I submit that a well sorted $20k-ish table/arm/cartridge combination is all you need. I must confess, as a Thrax owner (We use their Enyo integrated), I’ve become a big fan of [...]... - REVIEW: The Naim Uniti Star8 September 2021, 8:46 pm
Naim’s audio gear legacy extends a half-century, starting with their original amplifier design. From those humble beginnings, they’ve continued to create durable and great-sounding components. While the company makes excellent single-purposed standalone components like amplifiers, they have branched out their product lines to offer multi-purpose audio solutions, too. The Uniti Star resides among these all-in-one [...]... - The Naim Mu-So 28 September 2021, 8:15 pm
Time flies when you’re having fun, the saying goes, and Naim’s Mu-so is an incredibly fun way to enjoy music. The initial launch of the Mu-so at the Munich High End Show a few years ago raised the bar – dramatically for what can be called a desktop audio system. And a gorgeous one at [...]...
- Triangle 40th Anniversary Comète Loudspeakers15 September 2021, 4:00 am
Note: measurements taken in the anechoic chamber at Canada's National Research Council can be found through this link. I’m pretty sure that 45, my current age, is too young to retire—at least for all but the luckiest among us. So 45 must also be too young to come out of retirement—yet, this is how I felt writing this review. ... - SoundStage ! Network Product Awards: Less Confusion at the Hi-Fi Store When You Know More about Our Tiers1 September 2021, 4:00 am
On August 15, we published a report that highlighted the EISA 2021–2022 award winners for that organization’s Hi-Fi and Home Theatre Audio subgroups. EISA stands for Expert Imaging and Sound Association, a group of 60 websites and print publications spanning 29 countries. ... - Recommended Reference Component: Paradigm Founder Series 100F Loudspeakers1 September 2021, 4:00 am
Paradigm’s 100F floorstanding loudspeaker, which Doug Schneider reviewed on this site in July, is part of the company’s new Founder Series line. As Doug detailed in the review, the Founder models—there are two more floorstanders, a stand-mounted design, a center-channel, and an LCR (left/center/right) model—are the first to be released “since Scott Bagby, one of the company’s two cofounders, and his son John, bought back full ownership of Paradigm from Shorevi... - Ken Kessler's New Stereo System: Part Four1 September 2021, 4:00 am
Those who noticed a teaser a couple of columns ago that the speakers would be discussed the following month will have to wait until October 1, as I am holding them back as a surprise. Since we have so far discussed the power amplifier and phono stage (with output-level control, to serve as a preamp for the time being), I figured it was a perfect time to deal with the source, especially since some remaining hardcore flat earthers—hi-fi’s version of the Taliban—consider the front... - Back to Inexpensive Basics—KLH Albany II Loudspeakers1 September 2021, 4:00 am
Note: measurements taken in the anechoic chamber at Canada's National Research Council can be found through this link. In my previous “System One” installment, in May, I wrote about Rotel’s RA-1572MKII integrated amplifier and Sonus Faber’s Lumina III loudspeaker. The Rotel sells for $2099.99 (all prices in USD), while the Sonus Fabers are $2199 for the pair. Their prices are a little more than twice what I thought to be an upper limit—around $1000—for each c...
- Audio Research launches I/50 modular integrated tube amplifier9 September 2021, 8:13 pm
The following is a press release from Audio Research. The I/50 Integrated Amplifier is the first product in an all-new series from Audio Research. Functionally simple, visually engaging, and musically sublime – the I/50 takes music listening to a whole new experience. Hand-crafted in Minnesota, the I/50 is built with the same attention to detail [...] The post Audio Research launches I/50 modular integrated tube amplifier appeared first on Dagogo.... - Rotel A14MKII integrated amplifier Review2 September 2021, 8:56 pm
A common comment in high-end audio is “I would like a high-end stereo system but it is just too expensive.” While that may be true, I feel high-end audio is more about an attitude and your approach to buying audio components. I have listened to a number of home theater setups that were very costly [...] The post Rotel A14MKII integrated amplifier Review appeared first on Dagogo.... - Ohm Acoustics F5 speaker Review27 August 2021, 4:20 pm
What does an audiophile do with a speaker that tosses sound everywhere? How is the perfectionist to approach a soundstage that is bulbous, what I term the mushroom cloud soundstage? It is so obviously different that it raises many questions about its characteristics and operation in a HiFi system. A distinct subset of enthusiasts claim [...] The post Ohm Acoustics F5 speaker Review appeared first on Dagogo.... - Staccato Audio discrete hybrid opamps Review20 August 2021, 4:43 pm
I need some advice from the community.When I use my discrete opamps, they are generating heat and after an hour or two the room gets too warm. I have to put the AC on full, and my feet get cold. Does anyone know a solution? That, of course, is a fantasy post to a fictitious [...] The post Staccato Audio discrete hybrid opamps Review appeared first on Dagogo.... - Audio-Technica introduces upgraded AT-LP5X High-Performance Turntable12 August 2021, 5:00 pm
The following is a press release from Audio-Technica. STOW, OH, August 12, 2021 — Audio-Technica today announced the introduction of its AT-LP5X Direct Drive Turntable, offering upgraded technology and performance while keeping the sleek contemporary styling of the previous AT-LP5. The new AT-LP5X builds upon more than 50 years of Audio-Technica’’s Japanese analog audio [...] The post Audio-Technica introduces upgraded AT-LP5X High-Performance Turntable appeared first...
- Streaming & Local Content Through HQPlayer - A Nice Alternative With The SonicTransporter21 September 2021, 4:41 pm
Many of us have enjoyed HQPlayer's digital signal processing over the years, but have been less than satisfied with the remote control options. Fairly recent remote options named HQPDcontrol v4 and HQPWV (HQPlayer Web Viewer) have made and continue to make great strides. I use both of these options frequently and love to see the developers interacting with the Audiophile Style community to make each product even better. Perhaps some day they'll charge for their apps, and... - A View And Preview Of New APL HiFi Speakers16 September 2021, 2:07 pm
At times, the joy that life attacks me with is unbearable and leads to gasping hysterical laughter. I find myself completely out of control and wonder how could life surprise me again and again and again, so completely. How could a man be a cynic? It is a sin. - Norm Macdonald October 17, 1959 - September 14, 2021 I started this article with a quote from the late comedian Norm Macdonald because it's so apropos. Norm's quote came seve... - Part 2: RAAL-requisite SR1a Earfield Headphone Monitor & HSA-1b Headphone & Speaker Amplifier Review13 September 2021, 2:19 pm
RAAL-requisite SR1a Earfield Headphone Monitor & HSA-1b Headphone & Speaker Amplifier Review Part 2 of 2: Technology Q&A, Optimizations, Competitive Comparisons, and Conclusions Rajiv Arora Part 1: Introduction, Setup, and Initial Impressions (link) Introduction If you haven’t already, please first read Part 1 of this revi... - New Schiit Yggdrasil Blind Listening Comparison9 September 2021, 5:10 am
The very first sentence on the Schiit Audio Yggdrasil web page says, "Forget everything you know about DACs." I concur in the most unequivocal way possible. Members of the Audiophile Style community are well aware that I absolutely love the Schiit Audio Yggdrasil DAC. I reviewed it back in November 2015 and said, "The Yggdrasil has a rare ability to reproduce acoustic music on a level with some of the best DACs I've heard." Of course the Yggy can fa... - Easily My Album Of The Year5 September 2021, 8:12 pm
I know, it's only September, and I'm announcing my album of the year. That, plus the fact I don't always give out awards, make this "album of the year" even better. This album came out September 3, 2021 and I've listened to it nearly nonstop ever since. Heck, it's Sunday and I couldn't even wait for the week to start before posting this article. Lady Blackbird's debut album called Black Acid Soul is easily my album of the year. I love the music, her voice, the emotio...
- Kanye West’s <i>Donda</i> : A Midlife Masterpiece of Rough-Edged Perfectionism18 September 2021, 3:53 pm
Time and time again, Kanye West succeeds in the unexpected.Primary Category: Album ReviewsCategory: Album ReviewsArtist: Kanye WestAlbum: DondaCred Label: Getting Out Our Dreams/Def Jam 48/24 files (no physicals yet)Cred Prod: VariousCred Eng: Various Cred Mix: Maurizio “IRKO” SeraCred Mast: Maurizio “IRKO” SeraMalachi LuiTime and time again, Kanye West succeeds in the unexpected. With each album, he overcomes struggles regardi... - Unboxing the new Erroll Garner "Liberation In Swing:Centennial Collection" Deluxe Box Set16 September 2021, 9:05 pm
Mack Avenue Records' new deluxe limited to 300 copies Erroll Garner box set drops September 17th. The set arrived this afternoon, September 16th so I dropped everything to open it on camera to show you what's inside.... - Zesto Audio Introduces Andros Téssera Reference Phono Stage16 September 2021, 4:23 pm
Zesto Audio recently announced this new super-deluxe Andros Téssera phono stage, which features a new 100% tube analog circuit design featuring "optimized" components and a wide variety of performance and convenience upgrades from its previous reference phono preamp.... - VMP (Vinyl Me, Please) Announces Philadelphia International Records AAA 50th Anniversary Box Set15 September 2021, 9:39 pm
Vinyl Me, Please in partnership with Sony Music Entertainment's Legacy Recordings just announced VMP Anthology: The Story of Philadelphia International Records, celebrating the label's 50th anniversary with an 8 LP box set cut directly from the original master tapes by Bernie Grundman, plated and pressed at RTI on 180g colored vinyl.... - Thorens Introduces New TD 1500 and TD 403 DD Turntables15 September 2021, 3:46 pm
Thorens today announced two new turntables: the TD1500 and the TD403. The 1500 takes its design cues from the iconic TD 150 introduced in 1965 that according to Thorens's press release featured for the first time in a mass produced turntable a spring suspended sub-chassis with a flat belt driven inner platter. However, the AR-XA introduced in 1961 had this design feature and sold 100s of 1000s so must be considered "mass produced". The TD403 is the "big brother" of the recently introduced TD 402...
- BorderPatrol DAC proves resolution isn't the most important 'feature'20 September 2021, 12:00 pm
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- Allnic Audio T-2000 30th Anniversary Integrated Amplifier | REVIEW19 September 2021, 9:00 am
You know how I used to start off each of my integrated amplifier reviews with an opening paragraph on why I love integrated amplifiers? Yes, I made a promise not to do that ever again, [...]... - Acora Acoustics, The Audio Company and Sweet Melissa Records | On The Road17 September 2021, 9:00 am
[Editor’s Note: While brainstorming how to best tell the story of our road trip to The Audio Company, Dave and I (Eric Franklin Shook) considered drilling down into the specific sound of each room, but instead [...]... - Trio Mediæval, Solacium | The Vinyl Anachronist16 September 2021, 4:17 pm
My favorite 2L Recordings albums tend to be those that feature the human voice, such as in a choir. The reason is simple–there’s something gloriously pure about the sound of a human voice, as found [...]... - Paul DiComo, Audio Industry Veteran, Passes at 7015 September 2021, 9:13 pm
Paul DiComo, longtime Polk Audio and Definitive Technology sales and marketing manager, lost his battle with cancer and died peacefully with his wife Susan Putnam by his side on Friday, September 10, 2021. Paul was [...]... - Greg Loughman, Re: Connection | The Vinyl Anachronist14 September 2021, 9:00 am
I’ve been going on and on about the wonderful and daring Swiss and Russian jazz albums I’ve been receiving, and how their distinctly European takes on simple trios and quartets has re-energized my enthusiasm for [...]...
- Chord’s Anni is a petite headphone/loudspeaker amplifier21 September 2021, 9:47 am
First, came Hugo. Then Dave. This week, Chord Electronics continues its occasional series of personified hi-fi products with Anni: a headphone amplifier housed in an aluminium Qutest-sized chassis. The optional Qutest Stand System (QSS) puts Anni next to the Qutest DAC and/or Huei phono stage for an electronics stack with […] The post Chord’s Anni is a petite headphone/loudspeaker amplifier first appeared on Darko.Audio.---------------------- No part of this RSS feed to be reproduce... - NAD announces C 399 amplifier, MDC2 BluOS module21 September 2021, 8:20 am
NAD has announced a new integrated amplifier. The C 399 puts 180wpc (into 8/4 Ohms) of the Canadian company’s HybridDigital (Hypex) nCore amplification into a full-width chassis that additionally hosts a 32bit/384kHz-capable ESS Labs Sabre ES9028 DAC circuit. From the press release: “The HybridDigital nCore design is renowned for its […] The post NAD announces C 399 amplifier, MDC2 BluOS module first appeared on Darko.Audio.---------------------- No part of this RSS feed to be... - A short film about the Pro-Ject Debut PRO19 September 2021, 6:36 am
Camera: Olaf von Voss | Editor: John Darko | Motion GFX: John Darko | Ad segment: Jana Dagdagan Further information: Pro-ject Note: the metal puck seen in Pro-Ject’s press shots for the Debut PRO does not ship in the box. It must be bought separately for €50. Also note: the […] The post A short film about the Pro-Ject Debut PRO first appeared on Darko.Audio.---------------------- No part of this RSS feed to be reproduced, recycled or re-purposed without permission. For private ... - Audio Research adds a splash of colour with new I/50 integrated17 September 2021, 8:32 am
Audio Research has announced the I/50, a new integrated amplifier and its first since the McIntosh Group sold the company back to its former sales director one year ago. And boy, does the I/50 ring the changes. From two matched pairs of 6550WE tubes in the output stage and a […] The post Audio Research adds a splash of colour with new I/50 integrated first appeared on Darko.Audio.---------------------- No part of this RSS feed to be reproduced, recycled or re-purposed without permission. ... - Don’t buy a soundbar if you love music16 September 2021, 9:50 am
TVs. With OLED and QLED panels allowing manufacturers to make increasingly thinner models, the speakers built into the average TV’s enclosure can’t possibly do justice to movie soundtracks, let alone music playback. Instead, many consumers opt for an outboard audio speaker solution where the aesthetic tidiness of a soundbar has […] The post Don’t buy a soundbar if you love music first appeared on Darko.Audio.---------------------- No part of this RSS feed to be reproduce...
- Mark Levinson № 5105 Turntable10 September 2021, 8:24 am
How old were you the first time you saw a turntable? The first time you observed its shape and sleek contours, the fragile nature of the tonearm, a hovering artifact slowly resting on the vinyl grooves. For me, it was a long time ago, and, in the decades in between, my attention turned away from turntables. Perhaps the zeitgeist, CDs, YouTube and streaming are at fault. For whatever reason, I’ve been disconnected from the beautiful machines that amazed me as a child. The first time I liste... - Nordost Valhalla 2 Reference Cables10 September 2021, 8:24 am
Nordost has tasked me with another difficult review. Actually, I was so impressed with my previous loom of Nordost cables, I requested another from one of their top lines. So, self-inflicted, and with zero regret, here is my review of the Nordost Valhalla 2 Reference Cables, a full loom including power cords, interconnects and speaker wire. Additionally, Nordost included a phono cable, digital cable and ethernet, which bought the retail price for the entire loom north of $85,000. The phono and e... - TRIO 64—Bill Evans/ Analogue Productions Vinyl Reissue10 September 2021, 8:23 am
I first heard TRIO 64 in 1964 as 7 year old kid. The kid’s father was a Bill Evans disciple and purchased all of the master’s albums as soon as they were available. My father was an aspiring professional jazz musician (tenor sax) and would regale my twin brother and me with stories to heighten our interest as we listened to his favourite music (primarily, Stan Getz, Bill Evans, Oscar Peterson, Richard Strauss, Bruckner and Mahler), much of which was completely strange to our ears. Bu... - VPI Industries Prime 21 Turntable27 August 2021, 11:32 am
My first real experience with VPI turntables came in the form of the unveiling event for their top of the line Classic Direct (now replaced by the HW-40) at Stereo Exchange in lower Manhattan. I was a young 21 year-old budding audiophile back then, working on my undergrad at the Manhattan School of Music on the Upper West Side. I had spent about two years with my first real turntable, a cheap and cheerful Pro-Ject Debut Carbon, but I was discovering the world of hifi and lusting after the g... - Master & Dynamic MW08 Sport Active Noise-Cancelling True Wireless Earphones27 August 2021, 11:31 am
Almost 2 years ago, I covered two new remarkable Master & Dynamic (M&D) True Wireless earphone models, the MW07 PLUS ($299, now $249) and GO ($199). The PLUS introduced active noise cancelling (ANC) and the GO—smaller and lighter—was for more rugged use outdoors, sports, and on the go; the GO has been my favorite earphone for some time. Now, very recently, M&D has released two new models: MW08 ($299), MW08 SPORT ($349). I review here the higher-level SPORT, which I w...
- Accuphase DP-570 CD/SACD Player21 September 2021, 1:17 pm
Turns out it’s been a while since I last reviewed a CD player. A few years, in fact. And to be honest, given my long-term player of choice is the dCS Puccini that came in for issue 65 and never really left, any review units following that always had to go some to get my attention. But somewhat to my surprise, it’s been ten years since I bought that dCS player. Probably the most obvious reason why I haven’t reviewed a CD player in a while is that there are rather fewer on offer ... - Norma Audio Revo IPA-140 integrated amplifier21 September 2021, 1:03 pm
There are some audio brands that arguably get more coverage than they deserve. There are others that deserve more coverage than they get. Norma is in the second group. It consistently turns in an excellent performance at sensible prices, is loved by almost anyone who hears any product in the line, and both the Norma name and products like the Revo IPA-140 integrated amplifier deserve greater recognition. I can understand why the company flies below the radar, too. Norma has that charming, but ul... - Melco S100 network switch21 September 2021, 12:47 pm
Even before Melco introduced the S100 network switch, hardcore streaming enthusiasts were aware that this oft overlooked part of a streaming network was important. This is evidenced by audio companies making linear power supplies for Netgear and other brands of IT switches, but these were fairly affordable upgrades, the Melco raised the bar quite considerably and I for one was sceptical. Having tried four audiophile switches since that time I am now convinced that the potential of any streaming ... - Monitor Audio Bronze 200 floorstanding loudspeakers21 September 2021, 12:43 pm
Money-no-object, no-holds-barred, uncompromised and uncompromising loudspeakers are dead easy to build. Just use the most expensive and highest-performing components you can find, commission a hot-shot industrial designer to help with the looks, spend as long as you like in the ideal environment tuning and fettling – and there you go. A high-performance loudspeaker with the price-tag to match. The world is far from short of them. Building a loudspeaker to hit a specific price can be t... - Audio Enthusiasts Get Together in London – Sunday September 19th13 September 2021, 8:49 am
German Physiks will be demonstrating their HRS-130 omnidirectional loudspeakers at an audio get-together organised by the Audio Enthusiasts Facebook group. Also participating will be Gekko cables, Funk Firm turntables and our London dealer Ajay Verma of Art+Sound, who will be supporting us with electronics from Pass Labs, Canor Audio and Matrix Audio. The venue is: The Bedford Pub First Floor Private Dining Room 77 Bedford Hill London SW12 9HD Doors open at 3 pm and close at 8 pm. The Bedford Pu...
- VAC Sigma 170i Integrated Amplifier20 September 2021, 6:18 pm
Hot on the heels of VAC's flagship separates stack on our March '21 cover comes the more affordable derivative, the integrated VAC Sigma 170i – is it a true Mini-Me? If I wasn't averse to tattoos, I'd have one that says, 'Always Read The Owner's Manual First'. I spent so much time trying to illuminate the VAC Sigma 170i's iQ warning lights that I was wondering if the review sample was a dud. Doh: in this application, the £10,000 single-chassis alternative to the Signature stack [HF... - Made in Maidstone17 September 2021, 4:57 pm
Martin Colloms hears KEF's no-holds-barred flagship speaker, the R109 In late 1995 an idea began to take shape at KEF Audio. The company had already produced some fair-sized 'reference' models, culminating in the well-regarded Reference Four. But even this powerful and accomplished design lacked the necessary weight and presence to make a major impact at the highest quality level of world loudspeaker sales. So research began to define the key elements of what was intended to be a much larger s... - Naim Audio Uniti Atom Headphone Edition Streamer/Headphone Amp16 September 2021, 5:48 pm
The evergreen Uniti Atom all-in-one platform, complete with custom streaming solution, is adapted to service the needs of the most demanding headphone users Never let it be said the product name isn't long enough – in the 12 years since Naim launched its network audio all-in-one, to which the buyer need only add speakers, it's grown from the simple NaimUniti of the initial model, all the way to this, the £2399 Naim Audio Uniti Atom Headphone Edition. And yet here, less is more. ... - Brazilian Composers: Beyond Villa-Lobos14 September 2021, 4:25 pm
You might want to think of the Bachianas Brasileiras like the mouth of the Amazon, says Peter Quantrill, because a flood of discoveries awaits the intrepid listener European classical music arrived in the world's fifth largest country with the Jesuits, who brought with them the sacred polyphony of Palestrina and Victoria. Those young men who showed musical aptitude were trained not only as priests but as singers and composers. ... - AGD Gran Vivace Monoblock Amplifier13 September 2021, 5:47 pm
Infineon Technologies' Class D solutions have been seen before in audiophile amps, but this is the first to feature gallium nitride FETs. The 'tubes', however, are pure decoration! Unlike its meaning as a show of arrogance, in a design context a 'conceit' is, variously, 'an ingenious or fanciful comparison or metaphor', 'an artistic effect or device', or 'a fanciful notion'. AGD's £18,000-per-pair Gran Vivace is all three. To understand the utterly bizarre use of a valve's glass envelope ...
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- Rotel A14MKII Integrated Amplifier Review20 September 2021, 3:00 pm
The A14 MkII is the flagship integrated amplifier model in Rotel’s 14 Series, building upon the successful and award-winning A14. The post Rotel A14MKII Integrated Amplifier Review appeared first on HomeTheaterHifi.com.... - Cambridge Audio Melomania 1+ True Wireless In-Ear Headphones Review15 September 2021, 12:00 pm
The Cambridge Melomania 1+ True Wireless In-Ear Headphones are a major upgrade from their predecessors. It’s not a minor improvement; the... The post Cambridge Audio Melomania 1+ True Wireless In-Ear Headphones Review appeared first on HomeTheaterHifi.com.... - Sonus faber Lumina V Loudspeaker Review13 September 2021, 12:00 pm
As the new flagship in Sonus faber’s least expensive line, the Lumina V Loudspeaker brings a big chunk of the design and performance of Sonus faber’s more costly speakers to a much wider audience. Building upon the foundation set by the Lumina III, the Lumina V kicks things up a notch with larger bass drivers, […] The post Sonus faber Lumina V Loudspeaker Review appeared first on HomeTheaterHifi.com.... - Dan Clark Audio Aeon 2 Noire Headphone Review8 September 2021, 12:00 pm
If you can only own one pair of headphones, are these the ones to get? The Dan Clark Audio Aeon 2 Noire is the third iteration of the company’s Aeon line of headphones. The post Dan Clark Audio Aeon 2 Noire Headphone Review appeared first on HomeTheaterHifi.com.... - SVS SB-3000 Subwoofer Review30 August 2021, 12:00 pm
The SB-3000 subwoofer is one of the big brothers of the SB-1000 Pro subwoofer, which seriously impressed me in my recent review. The post SVS SB-3000 Subwoofer Review appeared first on HomeTheaterHifi.com....
- Hegel H20 Stereo Power Amplifier31 August 2021, 7:58 pm
The Hegel H20 stereo power amplifier was of interest because of its use of “feed forward” error correction. Briefly, negative feedback – which many amplifiers employ - seeks to correct amplification errors after they have occurred. One problem with this is that each time errors are corrected, more errors are created in the feedback loop. Feed-forward error correction seeks to fix problems before they begin. At least in theory. Hegel’s implementation of this error correcti... - EVS modified VTV Purifi Stereo Power Amplifier20 June 2021, 10:00 pm
“Surprise” is an understatement of my reaction to Electronic Visionary System’s request that I review their modification to a Purifi-based Class D amplifier after the less-than laudatory review of the NAD C298 power amplifier here on 10 Audio. The C298 also features the Purifi amplifier modules which, in that implementation, received a poor “6 LP” rating on these pages due to an obvious lack of low-level resolution. Could EVS’s mod address that serious problem... - Origin Live Agile Tonearm25 April 2021, 3:22 pm
Origin Live has been making tonearms, turntables and accessories for over 25 years. Based in Southampton, UK, their products have earned nearly every possible award from a variety of print and online publications, including our ‘10 LP’ award for the Origin Live Conqueror tonearm. Mark Baker and crew have developed another superb product in the new Agile tonearm. The 9.5-inch Agile tonearm includes as standard equipment the top-of-the-line Silver Hybrid 2-S cable, which is a £1,... - NAD C298 Stereo Power Amplifier25 March 2021, 4:03 pm
The NAD C298 stereo power amplifier features the new Class D ‘Eigentakt’ amplifier technology. Eigentakt is the latest thinking from Bruno Putzey who developed the popular and widely used NCore and UcD amplifier modules for Hypex. Mr. Putzey is joined by Lars Risbo and Peter Lyngdorf in the Danish company Purifi. The Eigentakt amplifier module is rated at 425 Watts @ 1% THD into 4 Ohms, with a dynamic range of 131 dB(A) and THD of 0.00017% (-116dB) @ 100 Watts. It can be challenging... - Esoteric E-02 Phono Preamplifier24 January 2021, 4:10 pm
The Esoteric E-02 Balanced Phonostage Preamplifier continues Esoteric’s leadership in audio component design and performance. The $9,000 E-02 replaced the E-03 model about 3 years ago, continuing Esoteric’s tradition of exemplary build quality and top-tier performance. The E-02 has some significant features. The two machined front panel knobs have the feel of a luxury component, requiring just the right amount of force to smoothly rotate. The left knob selects the input: RCA 1, RCA 2...
- Review: NAD C338 Hybrid Digital Integrated Amplifier1 August 2021, 9:30 pm
Mad for NAD (Part II) A Look Forward at the NAD C338 Hybrid Digital Integrated Amplifier MSRP: $899 (Canadian) ‘In the House’ review by David Neice Verdict So, the question is this: can you teach an old farm dog like me any new tricks? You bet you can. This amplifier welcomed me into the vast world of audio streaming, being both Wi-Fi and Bluetooth capable. It has Google Chromecast Audio built in, and this allows easy streaming from Tidal, Amazon Music HD, and Spotify as well ... - First Look (And Listen) – The New Bluesound NODE!18 June 2021, 8:26 pm
When summer finally comes around up here in the North, all thoughts turn to leisure, social events, and escaping the city by whatever means. It’s not the ideal time to launch a new audio product. But in these upside down times, launches are often delayed by several months. And that happened here, with Bluesound’s new line of gear. So around comes June, and we have a new Node and Powernode. The third revision to Bluesound’s ever popular streaming DAC is named, simply, NODE. On y... - Mad for NAD – A Look Back At The NAD 3020A Integrated Amp28 May 2021, 7:43 pm
A C.H.E. (Classic, Heritage, Exotic) look back at the NAD 3020A By Steve Graham History Well, right off it’s not exotic. Far from it, but that’s the point. The NAD 3020, introduced in the late 1970s, was surely a reaction to the receiver power wars that began in the same decade. The big Japanese manufacturers were trying to outdo one another with monster receivers sporting power outputs of 250, or more, watts per channel. The NAD 3020’s 20 watts p... - REVIEW: Six Acoustics ‘York’ Phono Preamp19 May 2021, 3:55 pm
Six Acoustics’ ‘York’ Phono Pre-amp – A Smooth Operator ‘In the House’ Review by David Neice MSRP: $499 (CAD) Verdict: A small Canadian audiophile company called ‘Six Acoustics’ offers a new and lovely little phono pre-amp (the York) at a decent suggested price. After my review period, I would characterize the sound field it throws as ‘velvet smooth’ and certainly worthy of serious consideration by the audiophile community. This phono p... - Soul To Keep You Alive12 May 2021, 12:18 am
We are languishing, according to a popular NY Times article someone sent me recently. I can’t argue with that term. And there ain’t no more words need to be written about that. _________________________________________________________ In the car we mostly listen to a popular Toronto rock station that bills itself as “alternative”, but which has been pretty mainstream in recent, well, decades. (I’ve been listening to them on and off since I was a teen i...
- iFi Audio ZEN Signature Set Review19 September 2021, 11:06 am
iFi Audio ZEN Signature Set includes the ZEN DAC Signature V2, the ZEN CAN Signature 6XX, and a 4.4mm balanced cable. It is priced at $499. Disclaimer: The iFi Audio ZEN Signature Set sent to us for the purposes of this review is a sample in exchange for our honest opinion. Thank you to iFi Audio for giving us this opportunity. You can read more about iFi Audio products we reviewed on Headfonics by clicking here. Note, this 2-page review follows our new scoring guideline... - Helm Audio Bolt Review18 September 2021, 11:01 am
Helm Audio Bolt is a portable MQA and THX-certified USB DAC/headphone amplifier dongle capable of PCM 32BIT/384kHz and DSD128. It is priced at $99.99 Disclaimer: The Helm Audio Bolt sent to us is a sample in exchange for our honest opinion in this review. We thank the team at Helm Audio for giving us this opportunity. To learn more about Helm products reviewed on Headfonics you can click here. Note, this 2-page review follows our new scoring guidelines for 2021 which you […] Hel... - JH Audio Contour XO Review17 September 2021, 11:03 am
The JH Audio Contour XO is a unique collaborative monitor with L-Acoustics featuring 10 BA drivers tuned for audio pros. It is priced at €1350. Disclaimer: The JH Audio Contour XO was sent to us as a sample in exchange for our honest opinion in this review. We thank the team at JH Audio and L-Acoustics for giving us this opportunity. To read more about JH Audio monitors reviewed on Headfonics click here. Note, this 2-page review follows our new […] JH Audio Contour XO Review... - Etymotic EVO Review15 September 2021, 11:03 am
Etymotic EVO is a multi-driver universal IEM featuring a custom joined triple BA driver module and Linum BaX T2 cabling. It is priced at £499.94. Disclaimer: The Etymotic EVO was sent to us in exchange for our honest opinion. Thank you to Etymotic and Hifiheadphones.co.uk for giving us this opportunity. You can read more about other Etymotic products reviewed on Headfonics here. Note, this 2-page review follows our new scoring guidelines for 2020 which you can read up on her... - NiceHCK EBX21 Review13 September 2021, 11:01 am
NiceHCK EBX21 is a 14.2mm LCP dynamic driver open back earbud featuring an MMCX detachable SPC cable and 5-Axis CNC finishing. It is priced at $219. Disclaimer: The NICEHCK EBX21 sent to us is a sample in exchange for our honest opinion in this review. We thank HiFiGo for this opportunity. To learn more about our previous HiFiGo supplied products reviewed on Headfonics you can click here. Note, this review follows our new scoring guidelines for 2021 which you can read […] NiceH...
- Review: Woo Audio WA7 Fireflies (3rd Gen)21 September 2021, 2:44 pm
I appreciate it when audio companies continue to refine their products. While this certainly leads to some disappointment for purchasers The post Review: Woo Audio WA7 Fireflies (3rd Gen) appeared first on AudioHead.... - Audeze Launches A New LCD-5 Flagship Headphone20 September 2021, 4:44 pm
Its no secret that the Audeze planar magnetic LCD-4 flagship has been a favorite of ours for years. Quite a The post Audeze Launches A New LCD-5 Flagship Headphone appeared first on AudioHead.... - Review: QLN Prestige One Loudspeaker18 September 2021, 4:19 pm
QLN may not be the biggest name out there in HiFi, but they have been building a steady following with The post Review: QLN Prestige One Loudspeaker appeared first on AudioHead.... - Do Expensive Cables Matter?11 September 2021, 1:55 pm
Expensive cables, and audiophile cables in general, are often the cause for much discussion. This week the crew at PartTimeAudiphile’s The post Do Expensive Cables Matter? appeared first on AudioHead.... - Review: Schiit Yggdrasil OG Vs. Less Is More Vs. More Is Less9 September 2021, 5:01 am
I have had many opportunities to hear Schiit Audio gear in a blind A/B comparison over the years and it The post Review: Schiit Yggdrasil OG Vs. Less Is More Vs. More Is Less appeared first on AudioHead....
- Audeze’s New Planar Magnetic Flagship Headphones: Say Hello to the LCD-5!20 September 2021, 6:00 am
Announced by the world-renowned headphone manufacturer Audeze is their new flagship planar magnetic headphones the LCD-5! How will these new The post Audeze’s New Planar Magnetic Flagship Headphones: Say Hello to the LCD-5! appeared first on Headphone Guru.... - Oracle Audio PH200 Mk III Phono Preamplifier – REVIEW BY ENJOY THE MUSIC.COM16 September 2021, 6:00 am
July 2021 World Premiere Review! Oracle Audio PH200 Mk III Phono Preamplifier Review A quiet background, and extended response, making The post Oracle Audio PH200 Mk III Phono Preamplifier – REVIEW BY ENJOY THE MUSIC.COM appeared first on Headphone Guru.... - Qobuz unveils two new features – My Weekly Q and Apple CarPlaytm online – to create a tailor-made musical experience15 September 2021, 10:18 pm
September 15, 2021, New York, NY – Qobuz, the leading platform for streaming and downloading high-resolution music, is unveiling My Weekly The post Qobuz unveils two new features – My Weekly Q and Apple CarPlaytm online – to create a tailor-made musical experience appeared first on Headphone Guru.... - EarMen Announces New Fully Balanced DAC the Tradutto15 September 2021, 6:44 pm
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As mentioned in my Cleer ALLY PLUS II Noise Canceling True Wireless Earbuds review the Cleer FLOW was the first The post Cleer Enduro ANC Wireless Bluetooth Active Noise Canceling Headphone Review appeared first on Headphone Guru....
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ELEVATE YOUR COMPUTER AUDIO TO THE NEXT LEVEL. JCAT INTRODUCES OPTIMO NANO – POWER SUPPLY UPGRADE SET FOR THEIR USB & NET CARDS PROMISING EXCEPTIONAL SONIC IMPROVEMENT. OPTIMO nano filters and enhances power coming from computer or almost any ‘audiophile grade’ power supply on the market. It will revitalize JCAT cards and allow them to express their […] The post JCAT Launches OPTIMO Nano PSU Upgrade Set appeared first on Audio Bacon.... - The World’s Best Audiophile Linear Power Supplies6 August 2021, 5:00 pm
So…I spent the last four months listening to the world’s best linear power supplies. If you’re looking for power supply upgrades for your gear, this review may help point you in the right direction. Any audiophile knows: having high-performance linear power supplies is essential for an enthralling listening experience. Sure it can sound decent and […] The post The World’s Best Audiophile Linear Power Supplies appeared first on Audio Bacon.... - AudioWise Inc. Announces the Launch of PGGB.IO13 July 2021, 1:37 am
AudioWise Inc. announces the launch of PGGB.IO – PGGB PCM Remastering (https://pggb.io), a cloud version of Remastero PGGB for those who want to audition PGGB technology but don’t have the available computer resources to run the full PGGB product. PGGB.IO’s simplified web-interface allows upload of music tracks, remastered according to the settings for the selected […] The post AudioWise Inc. Announces the Launch of PGGB.IO appeared first on Audio Bacon.... - Linear Tube Audio Z40 Integrated Amplifier Review | Sonic Purity30 May 2021, 7:59 pm
Undoubtedly, your amplifier could be a major decider of the sound of your entire system. Being placed only before your speakers and cables, it has the power to dramatically alter what you hear. I’ve heard amplifiers that would completely “override” the benefits of having better source equipment. Resulting in the stereo sounding the same no […] The post Linear Tube Audio Z40 Integrated Amplifier Review | Sonic Purity appeared first on Audio Bacon.... - Video: World’s Best High-End Speakers 202124 May 2021, 7:28 pm
In my opinion, these are the world’s best-sounding loudspeakers so far. I’ll mention the specific models of loudspeakers that have been the most memorable throughout my years in HiFi. And I’ll be buying one of them. The post Video: World’s Best High-End Speakers 2021 appeared first on Audio Bacon....
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- Edifier P12 Budget Bookshelf Speaker Bargains Reviewed20 August 2021, 8:55 am
it is now almost impossible to find a decent new name brand amplifier for less than £100, let alone a pair of quality speakers. The P12s are a genuine hi-fi loudspeaker at a bargain price. The post Edifier P12 Budget Bookshelf Speaker Bargains Reviewed appeared first on Audio Appraisal.... - Edifier NeoBuds Pro High-Res Bluetooth Earbuds Reviewed6 July 2021, 3:00 pm
Edifier's NeoBuds Pro are the world's first high-res certified earbuds and are a well-rounded ‘anything goes’ listen. They pack plenty of useful features, excellent active noise cancellation, a well-designed app, and the sonics needed to reproduce high-resolution audio. The post Edifier NeoBuds Pro High-Res Bluetooth Earbuds Reviewed appeared first on Audio Appraisal.... - Collaro Audio Precision Cloth Turntable Mat Reviewed16 June 2021, 9:44 am
a genuinely clever bit of engineering turned out as a fine product, that in a good system is well worth the money. The post Collaro Audio Precision Cloth Turntable Mat Reviewed appeared first on Audio Appraisal.... - IPT RigB 95 – Metal Body Upgrade For Audio-Technica VM95 Cartridges5 June 2021, 12:58 pm
A thoroughly enjoyable listen and a worthwhile upgrade for Audio-Technica VM95 cartridges. The post IPT RigB 95 – Metal Body Upgrade For Audio-Technica VM95 Cartridges appeared first on Audio Appraisal.... - Musical Fidelity M6x Vinyl Phono Stage Reviewed9 March 2021, 10:37 am
a fun, enthralling experience in much the same vein as the M6, but with improvements in every area. The post Musical Fidelity M6x Vinyl Phono Stage Reviewed appeared first on Audio Appraisal....
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Today Audeze announced their new flagship planar-magnetic headphone, the $4500 LCD-5. This headphone boasts a new lightweight design with a carbon fiber headband and magnesium housing. It also has a new driver with Audeze’s Parallel Uniforce™ diaphragms and Fluxor™ Magnets for more accuracy plus efficency. With its 18 Ohms impedance, and its sensitivity of 90dB, continue reading... - #NewMusicFriday September 17th: New Music Releases You Need To Hear Feat. Tems, Charley Crockett, And Buena Vista Social Club!19 September 2021, 12:30 am
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The Low Down: The Denafrips ARES II R2R DAC may use older technology, but when done right, resistor ladder Digital To Analog Converters can provide a natural, engaging sound. Many feel it’s a sound that more recent chip-based Delta-Sigma DAC designs can’t match. That’s exactly why the ARES II (1098 SGD, about 800 USD) has continue reading... - The Best Home Audio & Hi-Fi Deals You Can Grab Right Now: Speakers, Headphones, And Electronics! (9-13-21)14 September 2021, 5:56 am
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- Totem Acoustic Arro Speakers4 September 2021, 10:04 pm
Link to specifications“Well, those are a nice size.” stated my wife who loves mini-towers, the smaller the better. That alone made part of this review much easier, as she has little tolerance for review equipment anyplace beyond my man cave. The acquisition of the Arro’s for this review was not standard, as they didn’t come from Totem HQ outside of Montreal, but instead from a private sale. I admit to regularly surfing for used gear from certain brands. One morning ... - Parasound P628 June 2021, 5:52 pm
Link to Specifications:Background: I haven’t been involved with audio separates for 15 years, as integrateds held my fancy. Before that, I had a beautiful set of champagne-finished Harman/Kardon separates that I grabbed on a ridiculous closeout deal that survived both wife and son’s handling for 17 years. But as I actively re-entered the audio hobby and began reviewing in 2006, I shifted into integrated units. That led ultimately to owning both a Vista Audio tube unit, and a SimAudio... - KEF Q950 Floorstanding Speakers26 February 2021, 9:32 pm
Link to SpecificationsAs a history teacher I enjoy reading the background of audio companies and their fascinating rise. British-based KEF is no exception. In 1961 BBC electrical engineer Kenneth Cooke founded KEF speakers. From the beginning Cooke focused on science and advanced materials to improve speaker performance. This passion led KEF in the 1960’s to use Mylar film in tweeters, Neoprene for the rubber surrounds in drivers, and Bextrene for the diaphragms. In 1977, KEF came out with... - LSA-10 Signature Speakers28 November 2020, 6:15 pm
Speakers have a character. They can be precise, enveloping, dynamic, punchy, demanding, and sparkly, just to name a few. I admit, I’ve owned or reviewed seemingly every type described, and then some. Each has their charms and musical genres where they shine. For 90% of owners the key is owning the one set of speakers that best meets their overall personal taste. Thankfully, the last ten years have brought speaker performance up a full level across all price points making the reward all the... - Magna Riser Slim Line 24 October 2020, 10:00 pm
Less than a year ago I managed to find online a used pair of Magnepan .7's for $800 on the used market. A few days after the panels arrived I decided to experiment by placing blocks of wood under the back end of the angled L-bracket metal legs, thus tilting them to a true vertical position. The sonic differences I stored away in my memory until such time as I could consider potential stand replacements. Magnepan's own oval upgrade model held zero interest for a variety of reasons, so my options ...
- Aries Cerat Heléne DAC and Incito S preamp11 September 2021, 11:05 am
When you frequently review products, and especially when the target is usually the high-end segment, true surprises are few and far between. So, it's a treat when a product comes along that truly brings something new to the table.... - Jena Labs Valkyrie and Aurora XLR – Mini Review27 August 2021, 11:55 am
The antithesis of a "filtered" sound, the Jena Labs Valkyrie and Aurora are remarkably neutral and direct-sounding cables.... - Stealth Indra XLR and Cinch – Mini Review27 August 2021, 11:54 am
Truly excellent, superbly natural, neutral, and transparent, non-sounding cables that would be my all-time favorites if it wasn't for a certain other, more affordable cable.... - Denafrips Terminator Plus19 August 2021, 4:47 pm
This DAC not only sets the standard at its retail price, but it even presents a challenge for the top-performers in the business.... - AudioQuest Fire6 August 2021, 10:59 am
Positioned 3 models above the Water in the Elements series, the Fire is not only better, it is incomparably better. The Fire is the best cable I have heard thus far!...
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Putting together a film about high fidelity that focuses on the importance of enjoying music is the exception, not the rule. So, as I watched Type 7 Film’s feature short on Devon Turnbull and his OJAS brand of bespoke loudspeaker, amplifier and cable designs, I was struck at how truly unique the approach was. The post Type 7 Films: Devon Turnbull and the pursuit of High Fidelity appeared first on Resistor Magazine |.... - Soundtrack: Kill Bill Vol. 1 – Quentin Tarantino12 September 2021, 3:19 am
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While some who see themselves as serious music collectors may hold the compilation album in low esteem, its value should never be underestimated. Often a compilation album’s true worth lies in its ability to bring difficult-to-find music to a wider audience. The post Forager Records: Further Refining the Compilation Album appeared first on Resistor Magazine |.... - O/Baby – A New Loudspeaker from DeVore Fidelity27 August 2021, 4:08 am
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