- ModWright20 November 2023, 12:00 am
Dan Wright of ModWright Instruments Inc., partnered with Cardas Audio, Acora Acoustics, and Woodsong Audio to bring his new compact, affordable 9-series products, which are "based on our Reference Designs," Wright told me in a preshow email.The ModWright room featured a SOTA Cosmos Eclipse turntable ($10,500) with an SME V tonearm ($5500) and an Ortofon Winfeld Ti MC cartridge ($5999) as well as a prototype ModWright step-up transformer ($2000), ModWright Analog Bridge ($3900), ModWright PH... - TAD + PAD20 November 2023, 12:00 am
Japan’s Technical Audio Devices Laboratories, Inc. (TAD) brought several products to CAF, including the US debut of the TAD Grand Evolution One (GE1) floor-standing speakers ($65,000/pair) and new TAD C1000 preamplifier ($24,950). Also in Room 651—hosted by Professional Audio Design (PAD)—were the TAD TAD-D1000MK2 disc player ($21,000), TAD-DA1000TX DAC ($15,900), and, driving the GE-1s, a pair of TAD TAD-M700 monoblocks. Synergistic Research supplied cables, including SR30 Sp... - VK Music20 November 2023, 12:00 am
It was hard to find focus in Victor Kong's room. Between the nearly invisible AER BD3B/650mm full-range open-baffle speakers ($9800/pair) and the various amps on static display—Sun Valley SV-1616D 300B integrated amp ($2450), or the Elekit TU-8900 ($3050) or Elekit TU-8850 ($1850) power amps—my palms felt sweaty, my head, dizzy. Is this SET-amp lover’s heaven?Victor’s active setup included a VPI 40th Anniversary HW-40 Direct turntable ($22,000) with the fantastic Hana ... - Voxativ20 November 2023, 12:00 am
Voxativ's Ines Adler and Christopher Cunningham brought the full Voxativ experience from Berlin to Rockville, including the new and revised Voxativ Ampeggio back-loaded horn with AC-1.9 full-range driver loudspeaker ($12,900/pair).Back in 2011 Art Dudley named the original Ampeggio a Stereophile Product of the Year, so this room held special meaning for industry folk and civilians who cherished Art's unique writing, big ears, and generous humanity of spirit.The original Ampeggio awarded by A... - Nexxus Audio Technologies17 November 2023, 12:00 am
Nexus Audio Technologies' Walter Schofield presented a rig consisting of the VPI Avenger Direct turntable with Fatboy tonearm ($36,000), VPI Shyla cartridge ($2500), and Primare R35 MM/MC phono preamp ($2000); the 432 EVO Master Music Server with Roon core endpoint ($18,000); the Primare PRE35 Prisma DM36 streaming preamplifier featuring the new DM36 advanced DAC module with MQA processing ($5250); and two Primare A35.2 stereo amplifiers ($3900 each) bridged to mono. Walter also presented the S...
- Music for 18 Musicians23 April 2024, 3:04 pm
Steve Reich’s Music for 18 Musicians was an immediate and […] The post Music for 18 Musicians appeared first on The Absolute Sound.... - Tidal Audio Contros Digital Music Controller and Intra Stereo Power Amplifier23 April 2024, 2:58 pm
For many audiophiles, the route taken to a “reference” component […] The post Tidal Audio Contros Digital Music Controller and Intra Stereo Power Amplifier appeared first on The Absolute Sound.... - 2023 Golden Ear: MBL 101 X-Treme MKII Omnidirectional Loudspeaker System23 April 2024, 2:45 pm
$395,000 How do you improve on a truly great loudspeaker, […] The post 2023 Golden Ear: MBL 101 X-Treme MKII Omnidirectional Loudspeaker System appeared first on The Absolute Sound.... - AGD The Audion MKIII Monoblock Amplifier Review23 April 2024, 2:14 pm
Richard Drutman returns with his review of the AGD THE […] The post AGD The Audion MKIII Monoblock Amplifier Review appeared first on The Absolute Sound.... - AXPONA 2024: Jeff Wilson on Music22 April 2024, 9:54 pm
At the 2024 AXPONA there were, if I heard correctly, […] The post AXPONA 2024: Jeff Wilson on Music appeared first on The Absolute Sound....
- Australian Hi-Fi March / April 202423 April 2024, 11:47 am
Editorial: New Hi-Fi Gear Is Pushing The Boundaries Sonus Faber Duetto Stereo Speaker System Dellichord FR6 Loudspeakers DS Audio DS 003 Optical Cartridge Richter Wizard Series 6Plus Loudspeakers Australian Hi-Fi Show 2024 Guide History of Portable Audio: Part 4 Podcasts for Music Lovers Top Picks And Reissues And Much More!... - Review: Avantgarde Acoustic UNO SD Horn Loudspeaker22 April 2024, 9:51 pm
The Avantgarde Acoustic UNO SD's appearance was stunning. The review samples' cabinets were finished in an attractive piano-black lacquer. This lacquer, says Avantgarde, is reinforced with carbon fiber inserts. Besides piano-black, the cabinet is also available white satin, tiger rosewood, and zebrano (zebra wood). The two horns on the UNO SD art are available in 12 different colors. The high gloss color of the horns on the review sample was a high-gloss grey that Avantgarde calls Andromeda.... - Pacific Audio Fest 2024 Show Report22 April 2024, 1:30 pm
The Pacific Audio Fest (PAF) returns to Seattle for their third great year! From September 6th through 8th, you can experience the very best in high-performance high-end audiophile gear at the biggest and best audio show on the Northwest coast of the USA! With ~100 exhibition rooms showcasing great audio gear, there will be millions of dollars is audio gear, from very reasonably priced to cost-no-object, to hear and enjoy. Taking place at the Doubletree-Hilton Sea-Tac / Seattle, PAF is the USA'... - FiiO M17 Portable Desktop-Class Music Player Review21 April 2024, 11:55 am
Being an audiophile means that convenience isn't our number one goal. If you are anything like me, I am an audiophile because I love music and want to hear recorded music with the best sound quality possible. This is true even when I'm listening to recorded music when not sitting in the sweet spot in front of my audio system. This means listening through headphones, often using a portable digital audio player (DAP). Until the technology advances so that a small Hi-Res Audio DAP sounds as good a... - audioXpress' May 2024 Issue19 April 2024, 11:40 am
Editorial: No Truth. Just Joy. The Neurochrome Story The Open-Loop Complementary Follower And An Amplifying Stage A High-Performance 60-Watt Class A Amplifier Part 2 Sustainable Acoustical Absorption Glass Audio: The TubeSociety 2022 OTL Hybrid Tube Amplifier A Low-Feedback Triode Amplifier With Zero Output Impedance Part 1 Tube Output Power Optimizing Single-Stage Dual-Triode Totem Pole Drivers And Much More!...
- REVIEW: Norma Audio Electronics REVO IPA-80 ⸜ integrated amplifier » ITALY2 April 2024, 12:00 am
Reviewtext WOJCIECH PACUŁA translation Marek Dyba images „High Fidelity”, Bartosz Łuczak/Piksel StudioNo 239 April 2, 2024˻ WORLD PREMIERE ˼⌈ Norma Audio Electronics is an Italian company founded in 1987. Initially specializing in amplifiers, with its first product being the NS 123 integrated amplifier, it was bought by Opal Electronics in 1991. It took nearly seven years of research and development to come up with an entirely new series ... - KRAKOW SONIC SOCIETY ⸜ meeting № 145: POLSKIE NAGRANIA (Polish Recordings label) on SACD, with Damian Lipiński onboard » POLAND/Kraków2 April 2024, 12:00 am
Krakowtext and transcription from the tape WOJCIECH PACUŁA translation Marek Dyba Photos by "High Fidelity"Sonic Society April 2, 2024⌈ SUPER AUDIO CD is a format created to replace Compact Disc. It offers high-resolution stereo and multi-channel sound (up to 6 channels). Conceived as an archival format, it has become a de facto audiophile format. Last year the first discs belonging to the Polish rock archive of all time were released. ⌋DAY "ZERO" FOR TH... - REVIEW: Marton OPUSCULUM OMNI V1.0 ⸜ integrated amplifier » POLAND2 April 2024, 12:00 am
Reviewtekst MAREK DYBA zdjęcia P.A. LABS, Marek DybaNo 239 April 2, 2024˻ WORLD PREMIERE ˼⌈ The history of the Marton Audio brand is impressive, as its roots date back to the 1970s. It is now owned by P.A. Labs, which manufactures power conditioners, power strips and cables under the GigaWatt brand. Marton's lineup is modest, as it is only two models of amplifiers, but how impressive these two are! We are testing a smaller GREAT amplifier, the Opusculum Om... - REVIEW: Fezz Audio EQUINOX EVO ⸜ digital-to-analog converter » POLAND2 April 2024, 12:00 am
Reviewtext by WOJCIECH PACUŁA translation Marek Dyba pictures "High Fidelity" | Fezz AudioNo 239 April 2, 2024˻ WORLD PREMIERE ˼⌈ FEZZ AUDIO is a company specializing in tube amplifiers. It is the audiophile branch of toroidal transformer manufacturer, TOROIDY.pl, also for audio applications. Fezz Audio was founded in 2014, and its first product was the LAURA integrated amplifier. We are testing its Equinox digital-to-analog converter. This is its first t... - REVIEW: Carbide Audio CARBIDE BASE ⸜ anti-vibration feet » USA2 April 2024, 12:00 am
Reviewtext by WOJCIECH PACUŁA translation Marek Dyba photos "High Fidelity", Carbide AudioNo 239 April 2, 2024⌈ CARBIDE AUDIO is based in the city of Llano located east of Austin, in the mountainous part of Texas. Founded in 2019 by JEFFREY JENKINS, this specialized audio company focuses on anti-vibration feet. It makes almost all the components for them in-house, using CNC machines, measurements and listening. We test its top-of-the-line CARBIDE BASE DIAMOND model. &...
- Hit Play! Loving Horch House's Latest Yello Release on Tape!21 April 2024, 5:36 pm
Welcome to the first installment of Hit Play!, a bimonthly column (at least in the beginning) dedicated to the ultimate in music and sound on 15-ips reel-to-reel tape. Why devote space to a column about an obsolete analog format? Easy. Tape is far from obsolete! To start, three companies (Analog Audio Design (France)/Metaxas (Holland)/Ballfinger (Germany)... Read More » The post Hit Play! Loving Horch House's Latest Yello Release on Tape! appeared first on Positive Feedback.... - Reiner's Performance of Pines of Rome and Fountains of Rome from HDTT21 April 2024, 5:30 pm
Turn up the volume and prepare for sumptuous sonics from one of the great performances in the catalog. This new transfer from High Definition Tape Transfers is terrific. It is now my personal standard for what this great RCA Living Stereo recording can sound like. Respighi Pines of Rome & Fountains of Rome, Fritz Reiner,... Read More » The post Reiner's Performance of Pines of Rome and Fountains of Rome from HDTT appeared first on Positive Feedback.... - With the New Record Doctor X, Your Vinyl Cleans Up Nicely!20 April 2024, 5:42 pm
As widely noted, for the second year in a row in 2023, vinyl record sales topped compact disc sales in the U.S.—this time by a whopping $43 million, or about six million more than total CD sales last year (popsci.com). This point recently hit home personally when my wife, Belle, said that her hipster boss... Read More » The post With the New Record Doctor X, Your Vinyl Cleans Up Nicely! appeared first on Positive Feedback.... - Dave Brubeck & Paul Desmond at Wilshire-Ebel20 April 2024, 5:11 pm
I think it's pretty safe to say that most record-collecting audiophiles know Dave Brubeck (1920-2012), and his album, Time Out (Columbia CS8192). After all, it's one of the most popular jazz LPs ever recorded. Time Out was released in 1959, and it introduced the world to Brubeck's use of unusual time signatures. It also introduced... Read More » The post Dave Brubeck & Paul Desmond at Wilshire-Ebel appeared first on Positive Feedback.... - PRO AUDIO LTD NEWS RELEASE: Analog Audio Design Tape Deck TP-1000 19 April 2024, 11:14 pm
A NEW tape-recorder from France A new tape machine to playback the wonderful one-off duplicate masters from many companies, e.g., Genesis Loudspeaker’s collection from Bernie Grundman. An innovative development to handle priceless master tapes and faithfully reproduce the musical event. Analog Audio Design Analog Audio Design was founded 5 years ago by Christophe Martinez in... Read More » The post PRO AUDIO LTD NEWS RELEASE: Analog Audio Design Tape Deck TP-1000 &n...
- We Visit The Music Room18 April 2024, 5:31 am
We spent some time with The Music Room and saw how much they’ve grown since our last visit! The best place to buy and sell used gear with total confidence. And a super helpful crew too! Please click here to watch the video.... - REL Tzero MKIII Subwoofer17 April 2024, 12:42 am
All REL! We’ve put a lot of emphasis on REL’s larger sub bass systems, but their smallest offering is affordable, approachable, and easy to use. The new TZero MKIII is the current iteration of their 6.5″ sub, featuring a 100 watt class-D amplifier, in a cabinet that is only 8.5 x 9.5 x 10.5 inches. […]... - The Wireworld Stratus™ and Electra™Shielded Mini Power Conditioning cords10 April 2024, 6:41 am
You Can’t Unhear em! Wireworld founder David Salz makes some of the world’s finest cables, used by audiophiles and endorsed by recording engineers the world over. He’s a big thinker, and this time he’s solved a problem that a lot of us didn’t know we had – mini power cords. Applying their Fluxfield™ technology, he’s […]... - Our YouTube Channel is Live!10 April 2024, 5:23 am
Better late than never, eh? We’re finally broadcasting on YouTube, so if you’d like to stop by, just CLICK HERE:... - The Formula xHD DAC (rev.2) and La Diva Transport8 April 2024, 7:16 pm
It seems appropriate to begin listening to the Aqua combination with Emerson, Lake, and Palmer’s “Still, You Turn Me On..” Even though the compact disc format was less than immersive when introduced backin the early 80s, it has been transformed over the years. Personally, I abandoned the “digital sucks”posture around 1990, and things have only […]...
- Recommended Reference Component: Hegel Music Systems H30A Stereo/Mono Amplifier15 April 2024, 4:00 am
Hegel Music Systems is best known for its highly regarded integrated amplifiers. The company’s flagship model in this category, the H600, was the subject of a review on this site by Philip Beaudette in September, 2023, which earned it a Reviewers’ Choice award and Recommended Reference Component honors. Five months before the H600 review—in fact, exactly one year ago today—Jason Thorpe reviewed Hegel’s H30A stereo/mono power amplifier, also on this site, declaring i... - Estelon Aura Loudspeaker1 April 2024, 4:00 am
Note: measurements taken in the anechoic chamber at Canada's National Research Council can be found through this link. When I received a pair of Estelon Aura loudspeakers for review in the middle of last year, I proceeded to cover them in my “System One” column confident it would be sufficient for all I’d need to say. That writeup, which was published last November, earned the Aura a 2023 Product of the Year award for Aesthetics and Sound. After the article was published and t... - From Aura to Extreme—Experiencing Estonia’s Estelon1 April 2024, 4:00 am
My travel dynamics—frequency and range After 25 years of almost monthly travel to interview audio designers and to shoot images and videos, I am almost certain I’ve visited more hi-fi companies than anyone else on the planet. To me, frequent travel is a key part of the job that, time-consuming as it is, feels quite natural; but it seems to baffle some of my peers. ... - Recommended Reference Component: Rotel Diamond Series DT-6000 CD Player–DAC15 March 2024, 4:00 am
Rotel’s Diamond Series components—the RA‑6000 integrated amplifier–DAC ($4499, all prices in USD), reviewed by Roger Kanno last February, and the DT‑6000 CD player–DAC ($2299), reviewed by Roger last April—are touted as “celebrating 60 years of performance synonymous with the brand’s Japanese heritage.” In the case of the DT‑6000, this catchline seems particularly apt. ... - Sonus Faber’s Lumina II Amator Loudspeaker—Luxury and Beauty for Small Rooms and Budgets1 March 2024, 5:00 am
In the last installment of this column, I wrote about the Estelon Aura loudspeaker, which retails for $19,900 a pair (all prices USD). The amplifiers I used to power the Auras ranged from the $2499 Marantz 40n integrated amplifier (reviewed in August 2022) to the $30,000 duo of Simaudio Moon 791 streaming preamplifier (reviewed in November 2023) and 761 power amplifier. This month’s installment takes the “System One” column back to its roots, when it focused on more affordable ...
- Technics SU-R1000 reference stereo integrated amplifier Review5 April 2024, 5:43 pm
A few short years back, some large Japanese global conglomerate poured its vast engineering resources into creating three components; the first, a D/A converter that would be the envy of all, one that decodes all known codecs, and performs at equivalent level as others’ flagship designs. Then it turned its attention to the creation of [...] The post Technics SU-R1000 reference stereo integrated amplifier Review appeared first on Dagogo.... - Computer Audio Design GC 1.1 & GC3.1 Ground Control external grounding systems Review26 March 2024, 4:06 pm
Several months ago a local dealer, Timbre Audio, hosted an open house featuring the principals of the company Computer Audio Design: Isabel Whitley and Scott Berry. CAD designs and manufactures passive external grounding boxes, among other products. Although I had heard of the company and had even read one or two reviews, I was [...] The post Computer Audio Design GC 1.1 & GC3.1 Ground Control external grounding systems Review appeared first on Dagogo.... - Andy Grove of Audio Note UK on IO LTD13 March 2024, 3:54 pm
Read: Audio Note UK IO Ltd field-coil cartridge system Review I group audio engineering kung-fu into 3 main categories: Concepts which have a solid theoretical basis. Concepts which have a plausible, but tenuous or inadequately researched theoretical basis. Pure Magic, based on intuition and experimentation! What we are talking about here, the sound of [...] The post Andy Grove of Audio Note UK on IO LTD appeared first on Dagogo.... - Audio Note UK IO Limited field-coil cartridge system Review11 March 2024, 10:19 pm
There are lots of cartridges out there, a handful of manufacturers being responsible for the vast majority of the technologies and shapes of them. Swapping cartridges in and out of the system to enjoy a slightly different flavor of one’s favorite music is part of the charm of the analog experience. That said, when [...] The post Audio Note UK IO Limited field-coil cartridge system Review appeared first on Dagogo.... - EMM Labs MTRX monoblock Input Board Upgrade Review7 March 2024, 7:51 pm
Have you ever encountered someone who refuses to leave well enough alone? Almost as soon as my original review of the EMM Labs MTRX amps had been submitted, Ed Meitner began tinkering with the design of the amps’ input boards. In the next five years, three iterations of the boards appeared on my doorstep, [...] The post EMM Labs MTRX monoblock Input Board Upgrade Review appeared first on Dagogo....
- Pearl Jam’s Dark Matter In TrueHD Dolby Atmos22 April 2024, 7:03 pm
Audio: Listen to this article. This month the Sun, Moon, and Earth aligned, record store day fell on 4/20, and Pearl Jam released a new album. One of the aforementioned items made my eyes well up, delivering an emotion experience about which I’ll be talking for a long time. Eclipses are neat and 4/20 meant more to me back in the day, but the new Pearl Jam record, Dark Matter, is somet... - Great Music In A Difficult Environment17 April 2024, 3:40 pm
Audio: Listen to this article. Release week is finally here for Pearl Jam’s new album Dark Matter! It should come as no surprise to members of the Audiophile Style community that I’ve been a diehard Pearl Jam fan since August of 1991 when I purchase the band’s debut album Ten. In fact, I’m sure many people are asking themselves if they really need to h... - Back From Axpona Update - Audirvana on Linux, Immersive Audio In Munich, and More15 April 2024, 4:21 pm
Audio: Listen to this article. What a week, and I’m far from complaining. After spending three days upgrading my immersive audio system, I headed to Chicago for Axpona on Thursday. Full articles about each experience are coming soon. Today is the first day I’ve had a chance to sit down at my keyboard and collect my thoughts about what’s going on and what I&r... - System Install Prep and Deep Purple Pep4 April 2024, 2:00 pm
Audio: Listen to this article. Next week is a big one for a couple reasons. Early in the week representatives from Wilson Audio arrive to help me install my eight new Alida CSC speakers and Mezzo CSC center channel. Late in the week Axpona starts! It’s a dream week for this audiophile. This week I’m prepping for the installation. Most likely, members of this commu... - Audiophile Travel Musings from Jakarta, Indonesia2 April 2024, 1:00 pm
Audio: Listen to this article. Audiophile Travel Musings from Jakarta, Indonesia By Sajid Amit Hello Audiophiles! As you may know, if you have been a regular reader of this wonderful publication, I post occasional audiophile travel blogs. This one captures moments and experiences from my recent trip to the wonderful country of Indonesia...
- Taylor Hanson on the Enduring Post-Punk Power Pop Appeal of Tinted Windows and Why the Vinyl Debut of Their Self-Titled 2009 Album Is the Perfect Record Store Day Exclusive19 April 2024, 12:00 am
They Got Something: Tinted Windows bandmembers (from left) Adam Schlesinger, James Iha, Taylor Hanson, and Bun E. Carlos stand and deliver, circa 2009. Photo courtesy Tinted Windows.Sometimes, musicians come together at a specific moment in time and capture lightning in a pop bottle. Such was the case with Tinted Windows, the unfortunately short-lived post-punk power-pop foursome comprised of the late, great bassist/composer Adam Schlesinger (Fountains of Wayne), guitarist James Iha (The Sma... - Review Explosion, Short Cuts Edition, Vol. 13: A Trio of Record Store Day 2024 LP Releases From Brother Jack McDuff, Sister Rosetta Tharpe, and Art Tatum18 April 2024, 12:00 am
It is not often you get the opportunity to review new titles from three legendary artists of yesteryear like gospel icon Sister Rosetta Tharpe, piano virtuoso Art Tatum, and soul-jazz organ pioneer Brother Jack McDuff on the same day. But this year, all three are being celebrated on Record Store Day 2024 — this year’s first installment of which happens to fall on this upcoming Saturday, April 20 — with newly unearthed, previously unreleased, multidisc live concert recordings. ... - AXPONA Video Report: New Turntables From Audio Note, TriangleArt, MoFi, SME, Garrard, and More!17 April 2024, 12:00 am
Our in-depth AXPONA coverage continues! In today’s installment, our chief product reviewer Ken Micallef shares video footage of as many turntables that he could get on camera in 9 minutes (give or take). You can now watch Ken’s video report below, as well as on the official Analog Planet YouTube channel.Among the tables you’ll see above are new offerings from the likes of Audio Note, TriangleArt, EMT, DeVORE Fidelity, Technics, AMG, SME, MoFi, Garrard, and many, many more.... - Seen & Heard at AXPONA: Luxman PD-191A Turntable, Acoustic Sounds Atlantic 75 Vinyl Listening Session16 April 2024, 12:00 am
Now that we’ve all pretty much returned to our respective home listening labs after having an exhilarating four-day AXPONA experience at the Schaumburg Convention Center just outside of Chicago last week, we’re ready to do some deeper-dive show coverage here on AP, so buckle up! In the coming days, you will see a turntables-centric video from Ken Micallef as well as a pair of show reports from Julie Mullins that will focus on a number of booth visits and listening-room experiences a... - AXPONA, Day 1: A Brief Photo Essay12 April 2024, 12:00 am
Behold Luxman’s PDA-191A turntable ( $12,495), which is fitted with the Luxman LMC-5 cartridge ($2,695), in action in the Prosperity room.AXPONA Day 1 is officially in the books! We’ll have our first full in-depth report up in a day or so, so stay tuned. In the meantime, here are more than a few in-the-room photos to whet your analog whistle, including cool new gear from Luxman, Thorens, Vertere, SAT, and Manley. Details follow in each photo caption.Luxman head honcho John Pra...
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- Focal/Naim and Big Bass Drops | AXPONA 202422 April 2024, 7:00 pm
I enjoy how Focal/Naim has set up their exhibit rooms at all of the high-end audio shows over the last few years. Basically, they’re set-up like one of the new Focal/Naim retails stores where all [...]... - Aretai at Midnight | AXPONA 202422 April 2024, 4:55 pm
Let me tell you about my “Aretai at Midnight” story. I had a busy Saturday evening at AXPONA 2024–drinks in the hotel bar, a heavy dinner, and by ten I just wanted to get to [...]... - Børresen C1 Loudspeakers Debut | AXPONA 202421 April 2024, 7:00 pm
Audio Group Denmark rarely attends a show without introducing at least one new product, and at AXPONA 2024 they introduced two–the new Børresen C1 two-way monitors ($16,500/pair), and a new line of Axxess cables to [...]... - Aidas Cartridges Joins the Dream Team | AXPONA 202321 April 2024, 5:02 pm
The Dream Team of high-end audio–Joseph Audio, Doshi Audio, Cardas, Aurender and J. Sikora–welcomed a new addition to their ranks at AXPONA 2024. Aidas Cartridges from Lithuania is now being imported Jeff Fox of Notable [...]... - Arnold Martinez and Krell | AXPONA 202420 April 2024, 5:00 pm
I haven’t heard from my good audio buddy Arnold Martinez in quite a few years–long enough to have the what-happened-to-Arnold discussion with a number of others this year. Arnold was one of my favorite dealers [...]...
- Podcast #53: “Move over, Denafrips” + more on Dolby Atmos™23 April 2024, 8:18 am
In this episode of the Darko.Audio podcast, Srajan unearths a DAC that ‘competes with DACs selling for two or three times the price’. That isn’t the sound of hot air, our man from 6moons hiding behind a generalisation. Srajan qualifies his finding by explicitly naming those more expensive units. Elsewhere, […] The post Podcast #53: “Move over, Denafrips” + more on Dolby Atmos™ first appeared on Darko.Audio.---------------------- No part of this RSS feed... - Orbital’s Green Album (2024 edition): 43 bonus tracks, better sound quality21 April 2024, 8:11 am
Double-dipping is the slightly unsavoury end of London Record’s super deluxe reissue (and remaster) of Orbital’s eponymous debut from 1991, often referred to as The Green Album. We detailed the specifics of the new formats when they were announced in January. Shipping would begin in mid-April: did Sir want a 4LP […] The post Orbital’s Green Album (2024 edition): 43 bonus tracks, better sound quality first appeared on Darko.Audio.---------------------- No part of thi... - TEAC VRDS-701 CD player & DAC video review19 April 2024, 2:35 pm
🎥 Camera: John Darko 🎬 Editor: John Darko 🌈 Colour: Olaf von Voss 🕺🏻 Motion GFX: John Darko 💰 Ad segment: Jana Dagdagan 🎵 Song IDs? Playlists of all music heard in this video – and other videos – can be found on PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/johndarko Further information: TEAC 👉 As […] The post TEAC VRDS-701 CD player & DAC video review first appeared on Darko.Audio.---------------------- No part of this RS... - PMC, Steven Wilson to demonstrate Dolby Atmos at Munich High-End 202417 April 2024, 8:40 am
Munich High-End – the world’s largest and most professional-looking hi-fi show on the calendar – is only a few weeks away. It’s where we go to look at a new pieces of hi-fi gear, talk to their designers or, in the case of loudspeakers, get a sense of what’s sonically […] The post PMC, Steven Wilson to demonstrate Dolby Atmos at Munich High-End 2024 first appeared on Darko.Audio.---------------------- No part of this RSS feed to be reproduced, recycled or re-p... - iFi announces $229 ZEN DAC 316 April 2024, 4:08 pm
iFi Audio has announced the third generation of its entry-level ZEN DAC. The simply-named ZEN DAC 3 offers a single USB-C input to output via single-ended RCA sockets, single-ended 6.4mm (for headphones) 4.4mm balanced (for headphones) and 4.4mm balanced for ‘all other hi-fi equipment’. The non-headphone outputs can be switched […] The post iFi announces $229 ZEN DAC 3 first appeared on Darko.Audio.---------------------- No part of this RSS feed to be reproduced, recycled or r...
- Harold Land: The Fox—Contemporary Records Acoustic Sounds Series (Vinyl)3 April 2024, 6:39 pm
Harold Land (1928 – 2001) is yet another tenor player who had escaped my (limited) scope of jazz knowledge. Not only an escapee but a giant among tenorists. Standing shoulder to shoulder with Sonny, Stan and Coltrane. If you don’t know his playing, yes, it’s that good. Of course, jazz aficionados have known about Land all along; his giant hardbop/postbop chops and his accomplishments in composition. The Fox, from 1960 is a perfect vehicle to highlight both. But much like Booker... - Bluesound POWERNODE EDGE1 April 2024, 9:17 am
Bluesound has built a leadership position in the audio streaming landscape by offering attainably priced, real-world-oriented components. A brand in the Lenbrook portfolio, Bluesound sits at the intersection of mainstream and audiophile markets. This is my first review of a Bluesound product but I have known the brand by reputation for both their streaming hardware and their software ecosystem known as BluOS which is used by other Lenbrook brands such as NAD. For the last couple of months, ... - Tektron Italia Neptune Reference Vacuum Tube Integrated Amplifier1 April 2024, 9:16 am
I have for you here the drop-dead-gorgeous Italian-made Neptune Vacuum Tube Integrated Single-Ended Triode Amplifier with 211 Tubes by Tektron from Catania, Sicily (USD 19,500). This beauty is the quintessential example of “form following function,” in the best of Italian manufacturing traditions, where style and elegance are always the Janus-headed partners of form. Since the Renaissance, the best of Italian creations have integrated form with style, and the Neptune is a wondrous ex... - Audio-Technica AT33MONO MC Phono Cartridge.1 April 2024, 9:16 am
To Mono, or not to Mono, that is the question… I was excited to hear Audio-Technica had released an anniversary edition of their AT33Mono MC cartridge. Most of my mono albums are in the jazz category (vocal and instrumental), but I also have some stellar pop and rock albums, too, that would now be able to get the proper mono treatment they deserve. As an avid record collector in many genres, I generally prefer and choose stereo pressings over mono pressings. This was always due to m... - Booker Ervin: Texbook Tenor—Bluenote Tone Poet Vinyl Series [March 2024]22 March 2024, 5:40 pm
With the plethora of new jazz vinyl reissues from many excellent labels, we are bound to find some artists new to us. Just so with this new Booker Ervin LP, TexBook Tenor. This March 2024 release is from the Bluenote Tone Poet Vinyl Series, Joe Harley’s project to bring superior remastering and production values to the mainstream for a reasonable price. As such, all the Tone Poets I’ve reviewed to date have been pressed very well, everything centred and the records flat. The same for...
- German Physiks omnidirectional speaker open day at HiFi Lounge22 April 2024, 7:33 pm
April 2024 – HiFi Lounge will host an open day […] The post German Physiks omnidirectional speaker open day at HiFi Lounge appeared first on hi-fi+.... - Depeche Mode: Memento Mori22 April 2024, 7:25 pm
Pioneers of electronica Depeche Mode long since abandoned their synth-pop roots and their latest album is less about dancing and more about death, pain, and suffering. Sean Hannam gets happy! The post Depeche Mode: Memento Mori appeared first on hi-fi+.... - Karan Acoustics Master Collection POWERb STEREO power amplifier22 April 2024, 3:45 pm
We recently heard of the passing of amplifier designer Milan Karan. The POWERb STEREO completed his octet of Master Collection products. We’ve published Alan Sircom’s review by way of tribute. The post Karan Acoustics Master Collection POWERb STEREO power amplifier appeared first on hi-fi+.... - AURALiC introducing new S1 streamer, updated ALTAIR G2.2 and V10 software22 April 2024, 2:35 pm
Beaverton, Oregon, 22nd April, 2024 – Continuing its legacy of […] The post AURALiC introducing new S1 streamer, updated ALTAIR G2.2 and V10 software appeared first on hi-fi+.... - PrimaLuna EVO 100 phono preamplifier22 April 2024, 1:58 pm
The standalone phono preamplifier from PrimaLuna, the high-value, high-end tube electronics brand. PrimaLuna amp owner Chris Kelly asks if the new 100 lives up to the company’s new EVO standards. The post PrimaLuna EVO 100 phono preamplifier appeared first on hi-fi+....
- Sonus faber Lumina V Amator Loudspeaker22 April 2024, 12:00 am
There's more to this slender, stylish Italian floorstander than striking wood veneers as trickledown hits the targetThink Sonus faber, and the chances are you'll imagine speakers with luxurious finishes and price tags to match. After all, the company used the 2024 CES event to roll out its Suprema speaker system, comprising two main 'towers' and two subwoofers, with a £695,000 price tag. But such lofty ambition also brings the option of 'trickling down' new technologies to less expensive... - English Electric EE1 Network Filter19 April 2024, 12:00 am
Audiophiles are assaulted by a fog of noise, and not just from the Internet. Chord aims to remove the hash from our wired Ethernet.Filters, particularly AC mains filters and regenerators, have long been an audiophile staple but the genre has expanded in recent years to accommodate our embrace of digital and streaming audio in particular. With 'high speed' digital transmission comes the prospect of a sea of extraneous noise and interference, from both outside and inside the 'system loop', that ... - Franco Serblin Accordo Goldberg Loudspeaker18 April 2024, 12:00 am
Inspired by the diminutive and still current Accordo, the Goldberg variation features a larger cabinet and bass/mid driver, and integral crossover. Is bigger always better?Odd though this might sound, it bothers me when PM gives me a sequence of exceptional loudspeakers to review. Can there really be that many miraculous designs, one after the other – or am I growing soft? Following models from DeVore Fidelity [HFN Aug '23] and Wilson Audio [HFN Sep '23], and reborn LS3/5As, I find mysel... - Roundhead Studios16 April 2024, 12:00 am
This facility in Auckland is one of the crown jewels of the Kiwi music scene, shaping the sounds of legends while elevating the art of acoustic design. Steve Sutherland explainsOne of the more lamentable ailments the world is suffering from right now is donor fatigue, which is what happens – or more accurately, doesn't happen – when people inclined to give to charity give up. There are tons of reasons for the current DF epidemic, not least that belts are getting tighter back home, ... - Audiolab 9000N Network Streamer/DAC15 April 2024, 12:00 am
The third and final component in Audiolab's three-strong 9000 series has landed – an app-driven network DAC with balanced outs. But what, if any, is the Lumin connection?Arriving to crown Audiolab's top-flight 9000 series, which launched with the 9000A integrated amplifier and 9000CDT CD transport [HFN Aug '23], the 9000N is arguably the most intriguing model in the range. This streaming DAC, priced at £2499, and styled to match, marks a point of departure for the brand as its asso...
- DTS vs. Dolby Surround: Which is Better? The Battle Rages On23 April 2024, 2:49 pm
After nearly 30 years, the surround sound format war enters a new chapter next month when DTS:X soundtracks launch on Disney+.... - WTF is IMAX Enhanced?23 April 2024, 5:04 am
You may not be able to build a real IMAX Theater in your home but IMAX Enhanced provides a different way to create an enhanced home theater experience.... - ELAC Announces VELA 2.0 Speaker Line Featuring JET 6 Tweeters and Aluminum Sandwich Woofers22 April 2024, 10:00 am
Starting at $3,000/pair, ELAC's VELA 2.0 series loudspeakers are just one step below the company's top-of-the-line models.... - ELAC Announces Solano 2.0 Speaker Lineup Designed for Both Music and Cinema Applications21 April 2024, 10:00 am
In bookshelf, center channel or floorstanding sizes, the ELAC Solano 2.0 series loudspeakers bring their JET 6 Tweeter to your home theater.... - Win Q Acoustics M40 Wireless Speakers With QED Cables ($1,370 value)20 April 2024, 6:12 pm
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- Quad Revela 2 Floor-standing Speaker Review.22 April 2024, 12:00 pm
An elegant and buttoned-down loudspeaker that can still “kick it,” old school! Because of this whole “reviewing” thing, I've been given... The post Quad Revela 2 Floor-standing Speaker Review. appeared first on HomeTheaterHifi.com.... - Sonus faber Lumina II Amator Bookshelf Speaker Review17 April 2024, 12:00 pm
Sonus faber delivers high style and high performance from its Lumina II Amator Bookshelf Speakers. At $1,499, they represent a great path... The post Sonus faber Lumina II Amator Bookshelf Speaker Review appeared first on HomeTheaterHifi.com.... - Soulnote A-1 Integrated Amplifier Review15 April 2024, 12:00 pm
The newest integrated amplifier from Soulnote is the A-1. This amplifier is designed by ear first with fanatical attention to its musical... The post Soulnote A-1 Integrated Amplifier Review appeared first on HomeTheaterHifi.com.... - Stenheim Alumine Two.Five Loudspeaker Review11 April 2024, 4:00 pm
If on your radar was a pair of Stenheim loudspeakers but the cost may have persuaded you otherwise, the new, floor-standing Alumine... The post Stenheim Alumine Two.Five Loudspeaker Review appeared first on HomeTheaterHifi.com.... - Spirit Torino Twin Pulse Beryllium IEM Review8 April 2024, 12:00 pm
Italian headphone manufacturer Spirit Torino, known for its unique technical and design approach, applies those same sensibilities to... The post Spirit Torino Twin Pulse Beryllium IEM Review appeared first on HomeTheaterHifi.com....
- My Sonic Lab Signature Platinum Moving Coil Phono Cartridge – MINI REVIEW21 April 2024, 3:55 pm
This is a Mini Review: short term audition, impressions below, no rating. A broken-in My Sonic Labs Signature Platinum moving coil phono cartridge recently visited my listening room for a couple of weeks. In that time, there were opportunities to audition the cartridge on both an Acoustic Signature TA-7000 Neo tonearm and an Origin Live […]... - Audience frontRow USB Cable22 February 2024, 7:16 pm
There has been a lot of discussion about digital cables, centering on the fact that digital data simply contains 1 and 0. The 1 is 5 Volts, and the 0 is zero Volts. Either “on” or “off”. What could go wrong? This is the heart of the controversy, since some folks seem to be convinced […]... - Hana Umami Red Phono Cartridge and Musical Surroundings Phonomena III Phono Preamplifier9 December 2023, 11:10 pm
A proper Japanese translation of the word umami is the “essence of deliciousness”. Still another suggests the literal translation to be a “pleasant, savory taste”. These definitions apply to the Hana Umami Red moving coil phono cartridge, which is not only a real treat to hear, but is also a treat for your wallet at […]... - KEF LS50 Meta Loudspeakers31 October 2023, 9:17 pm
There have been many reviews of this modern high-tech loudspeaker, so the purpose today is to add another data point of opinion about this popular speaker. The observations below focus on reference level comparisons, not considering the speaker’s price against similarly priced competition. The $1,599 LS50 Meta is available in four colors: Carbon Black, Titanium […]... - Clearaudio Ovation Turntable and Universal Tonearm11 September 2023, 3:22 pm
Clearaudio is a well-respected manufacturer of turntables, tonearms, phono cartridges, phono preamplifiers, and accessories. Their home base is in Germany. The Clearaudio Ovation turntable has been in production for several years. The Ovation turntable features a rectangular footprint, belt drive, electronic speed control and Clearaudio’s patented CMB – Ceramic Magnetic Bearing. The CMB obliterates the […]...
- Book Review: Deep Inside the Blues by Margo Cooper17 April 2024, 7:18 pm
Deep Inside the Blues by Margo Cooper Book Review by Andrew Matthews When Noam asked me if I was interested in reviewing this book, I was both excited and nervous. Excited, because I love music, books, writing and photography; nervous, because I do not consider myself to be much more than a novice when it comes to this essentially limitless genre of American music. Further, the blues is so inextricably linked to the culture from which it emanates that I had serious doubts as to wheth... - Review: Schiit Audio Aegir Stereo Power Amplifier4 April 2024, 7:30 pm
The Schiit Audio Aegir Stereo Power Amplifier: Soon to be a CHE? By Steve Graham I’m ba-ack. Sort of. After one of history’s shortest retirements, I’ve discovered there is still a lot to share with you lovely audiophiles. Recently, I revealed that my hearing had deteriorated. When it comes to parsing the fine details of an audio component’s performance, I don’t, for the most part, feel confident passing judgement. However, ... - Wall Of Sound Is 10 Years Old1 March 2024, 7:59 pm
Sometime in February 2014, I decided to start this website, for fun and perhaps a bit of income. Predictably the income part didn’t work out, but it has been fun – I’ve met some great people, some have become close friends, and I’ve had a chance to lead and be part of a very capable team, that’s reviewed a pretty nice spread of interesting and desirable gear, and music. I think we’ve succeeded in focusing, to a large extent, on our local {Canadian} audio scene... - Spendor Classic 3/1 Vs Graham/Chartwell LS6: A British Battle Royale25 January 2024, 12:14 am
Big Battle of the Brit Two-Ways: Spendor Audio Classic 3/1 Vs Graham Audio/Chartwell LS6 by David Neice Spendor Audio Classic 3/1: MSRP $5600 (Canadian). This speaker’s dedicated stand (not reviewed) retails for $1625 Canadian per pair Graham Audio/Chartwell LS6: MSRP $5600 (approximate) Canadian, Factory Stands: $1500 (USD), Artesania Decoupling Footers: $750 (USD) Verdict: There is a sweet spot in two-way stand mounts, my favourite speaker design. That sweet spot embraces ne... - Why The Vinyl Renaissance Is (Mostly) Not For Me6 January 2024, 11:06 pm
Why the Vinyl Renaissance is (Mostly) Not for Me By Steve Graham Spoiler alert: If you love vinyl, what comes next might not be to your taste. The intention of this report is not to dis vinyl lovers or change anybody’s mind. My take on the vinyl resurgence, and why it leaves me (mostly) flat, is just an opinion. If that opinion does not coincide with yours, I think we can be adult enough to agree to disagree. If you favour music as reproduced by the vinyl medium, I’m happy for...
- Campfire Audio Cascara Review21 April 2024, 9:03 am
Today, Thomas reviews the Campfire Audio Cascara, which is a new 10mm dual magnetic dynamic driver universal in-ear monitor from their Chromatic Series. It is priced at $499. Disclaimer: This sample unit was sent to me in exchange for our honest opinion. Headfonics is an independent website with no affiliate links or services. I thank the team at Campfire Audio for their support. Click here to read more about Campfire Audio products we previously covered on Headfonics. Note that this […]... - FiiO CP13 Review19 April 2024, 9:12 am
In this feature, Lynn reviews the FiiO CP13, which is the company’s first-ever portable stereo cassette player designed for headphone and IEM users. It is priced at $129.99 Disclaimer: This was sent to me as a sample in exchange for my honest opinion. Headfonics is an independent website with no affiliate links or services. I thank FiiO for its support. You can click here to learn more about the FiiO audio products we have previously assessed on Headfonics. Note, that […] FiiO CP13... - Oriolus Monachaa Review17 April 2024, 9:36 am
In this article, Marcus reviews the Oriolus Monachaa, which is a high-end universal IEM with a unique quadruple dynamic driver configuration. It is priced at $1999. Disclaimer: This sample was sent to me for my honest opinion. Headfonics is an independent website with no affiliate links or status. I thank Oriolus for their support To read more about Oriolus products previously tested on Headfonics click here. Note, that this article follows our latest scoring guidelines which you can read here.... - final ZE8000 MK2 Review15 April 2024, 8:56 am
Today, James reviews the final ZE8000 MK2, which is a 2nd-generation True Wireless System (TWS) with improved ANC performance and a new “Shield Fin” design. It is priced at $399. Disclaimer: This was sent to us as a sample for our honest opinion. Headfonics is an independent website with no affiliate links or services. We thank the team at final and Jack Rabbit Media for giving us this opportunity. To read more on the final products we have previously featured […] final ZE800... - Austrian Audio The Composer Review13 April 2024, 9:04 am
Today, Marcus reviews the Austrian Audio The Composer, which is a set of flagship open-back 49mm dynamic driver headphones priced at €2,499. During this review, I will also be indirectly assessing the company’s new desktop solid-state discrete balanced headphone amplifier, the Full Score One, priced at €1,499. Disclaimer: This sample was sent to me in exchange for my honest opinion. Headfonics is an independent website with no affiliate links or partnerships. I thank Austrian Au...
- AXPONA In 25 Videos – AXPONA 202423 April 2024, 1:11 am
The big HiFi show in Chicago gets bigger every year. Attendees topped 10k this year and listening rooms were up The post AXPONA In 25 Videos – AXPONA 2024 appeared first on AudioHead.... - Class D and GaN – The Latest Updates & More From Mytek Audio5 April 2024, 7:22 pm
Class D is fighting to join the ranks of acceptable audiophile technologies. The last five years has seen even more The post Class D and GaN – The Latest Updates & More From Mytek Audio appeared first on AudioHead.... - ampsandsound Delivers New “House Sound” With 3 New Products2 April 2024, 7:04 pm
New Vintage might be the way to describe the latest from LA-Based hifi shop ampsandsound. “Chief Mensch” Justin Webber just The post ampsandsound Delivers New “House Sound” With 3 New Products appeared first on AudioHead.... - SVS Unveils Their New Flagship Ultra Evolution Series27 March 2024, 3:04 pm
SVS has really made a big splash in the market the past few years. Their expansion from subs to audiophile The post SVS Unveils Their New Flagship Ultra Evolution Series appeared first on AudioHead.... - Schiit Audio’s Newest Tube Amp Costs $15025 March 2024, 8:13 pm
The latest tube amplifier from the US-based Schiit Audio still maintains a very-wallet friendly price as it moves into its The post Schiit Audio’s Newest Tube Amp Costs $150 appeared first on AudioHead....
- AXPONA 2024 coverage sponsored by Vera-Fi Audio Part 222 April 2024, 6:00 am
Welcome back to our coverage of AXPONA 2024, I would like to especially thank Vera-Fi Audio, manufacturer of fine loudspeakers The post AXPONA 2024 coverage sponsored by Vera-Fi Audio Part 2 appeared first on Headphone Guru.... - AXPONA 2024 coverage sponsored by Vera-Fi Audio Part 118 April 2024, 6:00 am
Welcome to our coverage of AXPONA 2024, Lee and I spent three days in Chicago taking in all that Audio The post AXPONA 2024 coverage sponsored by Vera-Fi Audio Part 1 appeared first on Headphone Guru.... - Introducing Puron Resolve17 April 2024, 6:22 pm
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Simply put, at Vera-Fi Audio we offer unique, innovative, and leading-edge products that represent the absolute best in SOUND QUALITY and VALUE The post Meet Vera-Fi Audio, LLC – Exceptional Audio – High End Performance, Undeniable Value appeared first on Headphone Guru.... - Vera-Fi Audio Puron Plug In AC Power Conditioner To Sponsor Our AXPONA Coverage!!!10 April 2024, 11:08 pm
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- FiiO unveils M23 Digital Audio Player and K19 hi-res desktop DAC/headphone amplifier23 April 2024, 12:00 am
Busy times over at FiiO with the launch of its new M23 Digital Audio Player (DAP) and K19 balanced hi-res desktop headphone amplifier.The M23 features the flagship AKM AK4191EQ and AKM AK4499EX DAC combination, will playback PCM audio files up to 24-bit/384kHz and DSD256, and also supports MQA.Alongside physical 3.5mm single-ended and 4.4mm balanced headphone outputs, and both single-ended/balanced line-outs, the M23 boasts Bluetooth wireless connectivity with aptX HD and LDAC.Featuring a ... - Q Acoustics introduces new flagship floorstander22 April 2024, 12:00 am
British company Q Acoustics has introduced the 5050 flagship floorstander to its 5000 stereo and home cinema loudspeaker series. The largest speaker in the range, it boasts the biggest mid/bass drivers – featuring a C 3 Continuous Curved Cone – and inherits the cabinet and driver technology from QA’s Concept range.The company goes on to explain: “With a design taken from the Concept series but in a new housing, the high-frequency driver is fully hermetically sealed and... - May 2024 issue now on sale18 April 2024, 12:00 am
Welcome to the May issue It was before my time so – much as I’d love to – I can’t take any credit, but whoever chose the name of our magazine must have been touched with genius. Hi-Fi Choice – could there be a title more fitting to today’s market? Not only is there more kit on offer than ever, but there’s more opportunity to personalise your system to your individual taste.It’s not just the different brands and price ranges they inhabit either. ... - Leak unveils Sandwich 150 and Sandwich 250 speakers17 April 2024, 12:00 am
Some 63 years after its debut, the Sandwich 150 and Sandwich 250 take the blueprint established by the original Leak speaker. Debuted in 1961 to tackle the problem of how to make driver cones both very light and extremely stiff, Leak claims its sandwich cone construction is as relevant now as it was in the Sixties.The Sandwich 150 and 250 speakers update the concept using modern materials, design technologies and manufacturing techniques, incorporating a stiff aluminium skin for the outer sur... - MOON by Sim Audio announces new North Collection16 April 2024, 12:00 am
MOON by Sim Audio has unveiled its new North Collection of components. First out of the blocks is the £11,000 MOON 641 integrated, which the Canadian company says will drive: “even the most demanding of loudspeakers”. Boasting a new MDCA (MOON Distortion-Cancelling Amplifier) design, it features an independent circuit with precise signal correction to significantly lower noise and distortion, with a claimed 125W into 8ohm loads and 250W into 4.Next up is the MOON 681 Network...
- Treehaus Audiolab Brings “The A/Machines” New 300B Amplifier22 March 2024, 6:49 am
Treehaus often avoids calling a product “The Best.” The world of audio is far too subjective to ever use such a term seriously. That said, the A/Machines are confidently one of the top five 300B Single-Ended Triode (SET) amplifiers ever produced. It is the culmination of over a decade of research, development, and testing of […] The post Treehaus Audiolab Brings “The A/Machines” New 300B Amplifier appeared first on Audio Bacon.... - Meze Audio Liric 2nd Generation Headphones7 March 2024, 9:53 pm
Next-generation headphone developed with community feedback to deliver an even better listen and a stunning new striped ebony finish. Meze Audio is delighted to introduce LIRIC 2nd Generation, a major evolution of its acclaimed LIRIC closed-back headphones with performance enhancements, a stunning new striped ebony wood finish and more modularity for easier upgrades and a […] The post Meze Audio Liric 2nd Generation Headphones appeared first on Audio Bacon.... - TIDAL Audio Welcomes Audio Ultra to Its Dealer Network27 February 2024, 9:13 pm
TIDAL Audio, the world renowned manufacturer of luxury high-end audio speakers and electronics, is delighted to announce the addition of a prestigious new dealer to its family. The newest member of the TIDAL Audio dealer network, Audio Ultra, located at the West Coast, now joins the esteemed ranks of Artisan Fidelity as an Authorized Partner […] The post TIDAL Audio Welcomes Audio Ultra to Its Dealer Network appeared first on Audio Bacon.... - Treehaus Audiolab introduces new “Texture Black Metallic” finish 10 February 2024, 10:38 pm
Treehaus Audiolab introduces new “Texture Black Metallic” finish at the Florida International Audio Expo 2024 with Geshelli Labs February 10, 2024 Treehaus Audiolab will make its debut appearance at FLAX, supplying speakers to Geshelli Labs for a special listening room. Audiophiles can experience Treehaus Audiolab speakers on superb solid-state equipment in Florida for the first […] The post Treehaus Audiolab introduces new “Texture Black Me... - Review: PGGB – Your Personal Music Upscaler8 February 2024, 4:14 am
As an audiophile constantly in pursuit of the pinnacle of sound quality, I’ve had the opportunity to explore various tools and technologies designed to enhance digital audio. One such tool that has caught my attention is PGGB, a sophisticated piece of software that aims to elevate the hobby through advanced up-sampling techniques. Developed with a […] The post Review: PGGB – Your Personal Music Upscaler appeared first on Audio Bacon....
- Focal Bathys — among the best ANC headphones23 April 2024, 1:40 am
REVIEW: Focal's Bathys has much going for it, especially if you have audiophile sensibilities, but there's serious competition... - Node SS-1 – revolutionising equipment support27 March 2024, 1:40 am
NEWS: Looking for support? For your hi-fi equipment, that is... Node has some options.... - Classé Audio Delta PRE Mk II takes it to the next level22 March 2024, 6:10 am
NEWS: What's a high-end preamp without streaming, eh? Classé Audio gives you the works with its Delta PRE Mk II... - Clearaudio’s Concept turntable upgraded to Signature26 February 2024, 3:32 am
NEWS: Clearaudio does its Concept turntable package with even greater flair... the new Signature update has significant enhancements,... - Exposure launches 360 turntable… and it looks familiar16 February 2024, 1:04 am
NEWS: A turntable to match your Exposure amp now... the 360 looks suspiciously familiar to us....
- WiiM Pro Plus Streamer Review13 February 2024, 11:07 am
the best combination of hardware and software I’ve seen in the hi-fi streaming sector to date, and represents the kind of value for money that is never given the recognition it deserves by the industry, especially the press. If you want to stream audio to a hi-fi, this is the little box you should buy.... - Spartan 30 Headphone / Line Preamplifier By Michael Fidler Reviewed7 February 2024, 12:30 pm
A small desktop headphone amp with line preamplifier, ideal for miniaturised systems with active speakers. What it lacks in modern conveniences it makes up for in linearity, power and low distortion.... - Acoustic Research AR48S Restoration Part 119 December 2023, 11:55 am
Dodgy drivers thwart my attempt to restore these classic Acoustic Research AR48S speakers, for now.... - Technics RS-B11W Cassette Deck Thoughts & Repairs14 December 2023, 11:22 am
Technics proved that doubling the decks didn’t mean halving the performance and the results speak for themselves. Probably one of the best bargains in cassette decks at the moment.... - Sony TC-WR645S Cassette Deck Repairs13 December 2023, 11:57 am
A well-featured machine even if it wasn’t Sony’s finest in terms of its construction quality. These make decent recordings, and are fine playback decks especially if you want the convenience of autoreverse. I’d probably still go for the more modern TC-WE475 or TC-WE675 for its simpler mechanics and better build quality...
- Ascendo The16 SUB Active Sealed Subwoofer Review23 April 2024, 1:13 am
Tony O'Brien shakes the foundations of his movie room with this serious sealed box sub…... - AURALiC Aries S1 Streaming Processor Review23 April 2024, 12:52 am
David Price samples this intriguing new purpose-designed network music player and comes away highly impressed…... - Tannoy Stirling III LZ Special Edition Loudspeaker Review20 April 2024, 12:57 am
Chris Frankland gets into the groove with this cleverly engineered, exciting-sounding floorstander…... - Roksan Attessa CD Transport & Integrated Amp Review18 April 2024, 1:12 am
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- An Audiophile’s Axpona Adventure: Day 2 Highlights22 April 2024, 9:50 pm
As an audio expert, Axpona, or Audio Expo North America, is a paradise. I spent Saturday, Day 2, basking in the sonic bliss of some of the world’s finest audio brands and stumbled upon a few hidden gems. Here’s the rundown of my favorite moments: The Open-Baffle Wonders On Day 2, I usually start on […] The post An Audiophile’s Axpona Adventure: Day 2 Highlights appeared first on HIFI Trends.... - SoundMAGIC Releases E80D Wired Earphones with USB-C Connectivity17 April 2024, 8:42 pm
SoundMAGIC, a popular manufacturer of value-priced audio equipment, has announced the release of the E80D, an update to its popular E80 wired earphones. The key difference? A USB-C connector for wider compatibility with modern devices. Built on a Solid Foundation The E80D is said to retain the qualities that made the original E80 a favorite […] The post SoundMAGIC Releases E80D Wired Earphones with USB-C Connectivity appeared first on HIFI Trends.... - AXPONA 2024: Day One Big Rooms– Gear Overload and a Sensory Awakening16 April 2024, 10:03 pm
I woke up Friday morning with the giddy excitement of a kid visiting a world-class candy store. AXPONA 2024 had officially kicked off, and as a dedicated audio enthusiast and writer, I was ready to dive headfirst into the ocean of high-end audio gear. When I stepped through the doors of the Schaumburg Convention Center, […] The post AXPONA 2024: Day One Big Rooms– Gear Overload and a Sensory Awakening appeared first on HIFI Trends.... - iFi Zen DAC 3 Released: Your Digital Audio Just Got a Serious Upgrade16 April 2024, 3:58 pm
iFi Audio, a renowned manufacturer of high-value audio equipment, today announced the launch of its iFi ZEN DAC 3. Building upon the success of its predecessors (which are always on our “best of” lists), the Zen DAC 3 brings a refreshed design and upgraded features to elevate audio experiences for gamers, casual listeners, and audiophiles. […] The post iFi Zen DAC 3 Released: Your Digital Audio Just Got a Serious Upgrade appeared first on HIFI Trends.... - Mission 750: A New Classic Bookshelf Speaker With Modern Tech4 April 2024, 5:28 pm
British hi-fi specialist Mission revives the spirit of its iconic speakers with a compact, retro-inspired design In celebration of its rich history, speaker specialist Mission is introducing a new bookshelf speaker, the Mission 750. This new speaker takes design cues from the iconic British loudspeakers of the 1980s and ’90s, particularly the landmark Mission 770 […] The post Mission 750: A New Classic Bookshelf Speaker With Modern Tech appeared first on HIFI Trends....
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- Peachtree Audio Carina GaN Integrated Amplifier: Full Review and YouTube video3 April 2024, 3:55 pm
Watch the YouTube videoA little over a year ago, Peachtree Audio cleared their deck, and introduced the Carina Integrated Amplifier. From the front panel to the internals, much of the design was new. I was fortunate to have one of the first review models and it was both intriguing and sonically stunning. Led by the inclusion of a pair of ESS 9068 DAC chips, with menu controls that allowed for personal preference in how the output sounded. This onboard DAC design was a showstopper.For 2024,... - HiFi Rose RS520 Integrated Streaming Amplifier15 March 2024, 2:02 am
Click to watch the YouTube VideoStunning and loaded with features, the HiFi Rose RS520 is one of the few standard-bearers of streaming integrated amplifiers on the market. From the tablet approach to controls, to the GaNFET amplification, and the built-in software for multiple streaming services, the RS520 is a true one-piece hub home audio system.www.dailyaudiophile.com... - The WiiM Amp: A Game Changer In Streaming Audio Amplifiers2 March 2024, 6:08 pm
Watch The YouTube Review What does it take to hit a grand slam in home audio? Start with a clean, simple exterior design. Pack in enough features to satisfy virtually everybody with a specific want. Make sure it can stream from an endless number of platforms/services. Include a robust, tested software app package. Provide enough power for all but the most demanding of speakers. Finally, put it at a price point that leaves the audio community slack-jawed. The WiiM Amp is all that!www.d... - The Groove Tickler: Stylus Replacement Expert27 February 2024, 3:47 am
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