- 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...
- Best Speakers Series: Magico M7 Loudspeaker Review17 January 2025, 11:29 pm
The Magico M7 is an extraordinary speaker, as it should […] The post Best Speakers Series: Magico M7 Loudspeaker Review appeared first on The Absolute Sound.... - Keith Jarrett: The Old Country17 January 2025, 8:28 pm
The archetypal ECM artist, pianist Jarrett is well known for […] The post Keith Jarrett: The Old Country appeared first on The Absolute Sound.... - Berning/Hi-Fi One Reference SET Power Amplifier17 January 2025, 3:07 pm
There are two things you need to know about the […] The post Berning/Hi-Fi One Reference SET Power Amplifier appeared first on The Absolute Sound.... - 2024 Golden Ear: CH Precision P10 Phonostage17 January 2025, 2:59 pm
$76,000 More than a year after obtaining one for review […] The post 2024 Golden Ear: CH Precision P10 Phonostage appeared first on The Absolute Sound.... - PS Audio Introduces Its High-Value Stellar DAC17 January 2025, 2:55 pm
Boulder, Colorado, January 16, 2025 – PS Audio is now […] The post PS Audio Introduces Its High-Value Stellar DAC appeared first on The Absolute Sound....
- Florida International Audio Expo 2025 Show In Tampa20 January 2025, 12:59 pm
In about two months, the Florida International Audio Expo 2025 takes place from February 21st through 23rd at the Sheraton Tampa Brandon, the event's new, and larger, venue. The Florida International Audio Expo will showcase many floors filled with exhibit spaces featuring the latest in home and portable audio gear. You may enjoy an abundance of great sound from mono to stereo and immersive, plus various exhibit room will feature never before seen new products! Show attendees are the world's fi...
- Audio Group Denmark, Ansuz, Aavik, And Borresen At CAF 202419 January 2025, 11:35 am
The Eisenhower room has frequently been problematic, possibly due to its unusual shape but I've heard good and not-so-good from multiple very high-quality speaker manufacturers in this room. Audio Group Denmark likes to set up their speakers far apart and angled sharply toward the listening position. Whether this is because they use wide dispersion drivers and want to minimize the reflections from the side walls, or because they are narrow dispersion drivers and they want to make sure people in... - High End by OZ, House of Stereo, And Viva Audio19 January 2025, 11:34 am
High End by Oz, an importer out of Norwalk, CT usually puts on a very good room at Capital and he mixes up the brands to give a fresh look year over year. The room was co-sponsored by House of Stereo, a major retailer in Jacksonville, FL, who also sponsored the Montgomery Room off the Atrium which I will come to further below. The orange and blue banners told the story here and made quite an impression. Stenheim speakers were not among my favorites when first introduced years ago, but more rece... - Audio Research, McGary, NOLA, And Nordost18 January 2025, 1:06 pm
I have no doubt the NOLA Baby Grand Reference Gold 3 speakers ($150k) are great speakers, but I just didn't get a musical impression in this room to validate the claim. The Regency room is among the largest at the show and the hosts try to use most of that space to present their speaker. Compared to the Arion room just above, the NOLAs are spread much farther apart and the seating is much further away from the speakers. The listening triangle was centered on the front wall and the room was clos... - Arion Audio, Merrill Audio, And JPS Labs18 January 2025, 1:05 pm
Last year I was quite impressed with the Arion Audio room, finding it a big improvement over the previous year when they were in a different room. This year, again, it was quite impressive, once I acclimated myself to the tango music they played. The room was nicely dressed and downsized with the use of black curtains at the entrance and down each side. Plaza III is one of the eight huge rooms at the show. By creating a smaller triangle with the speakers and seats at the far end of the room the...
- AWARDS: BEST of… 2024 according to HIGH FIDELITY1 January 2025, 12:00 am
AWARDStext WOJCIECH PACUŁA, MAREK DYBA graphic design Bartosz Łuczak/Piksel StudioNo 248 January 1, 2025LIKE EVERY YEAR, WE HAVE DIVIDED the list of awarded products into four categories. First, there is the SPECIAL AWARD. We’ve awarded it to two products this year. One goes to a Polish company and their designers, the other one to Japan. We're talking about the MORE AUDIO company making its debut with the CS-100 integrated amplifier, and the JIBUN DUMMY HEAD versio... - KRAKOW SONIC SOCIETY № 149: High Fidelity Presents: ART FARMER: Art Farmer in Wrocław » POLAND/Krakow1 January 2025, 12:00 am
Krakowintroduction and summary by WOJCIECH PACUŁA translation Marek Dyba images by Tomasz L. Lechowski, “High Fidelity”SONIC SOCIETY January 1, 2025⌈ KRAKOW SONIC SOCIETY is an informal group of music lovers, audiophiles, and friends, who meet to learn something new about audio products, recordings, music, etc. The idea for KSS was born in 2005, although its roots go back several years. This is its 149th meeting. ⌋The 149th MEETING of the Krako... - REVIEW: Laiv HP2A ⸜ preamplifier/headphone amplifier » SINGAPORE1 January 2025, 12:00 am
Reviewtext by WOJCIECH PACUŁA translation by Marek Dyba images by “High Fidelity”, LaivNo 248 January 1, 2025⌈ LAiV, founded in 2023 and headquartered in Singapore, is the “brainchild” of Mr. WENG FAI HOHA, formerly a representative in the so-called West of several other companies specializing in D/A converters. Trained in industrial automation, he gathered a group of engineers and together they designed the Harmony D/A converter. We are testin... - REVIEW: TiGLON TPL-2000L Professional ⸜ LAN cable » JAPAN1 January 2025, 12:00 am
Reviewtext by WOJCIECH PACUŁA translation by Marek Dyba images by “High Fidelity”No 248 January 1, 2025⌈ The Japanese company TiGLON was founded in 2008. Initially named Kryna Pro, it changed its name to TiGLON in 2010, and its founder and chief designer is Mr. KENTARO OKINO. We are testing its latest LAN cable, TPL-2000L PROFESSIONAL. This is its press premiere outside Japan. ⌋JAPANESE COMPANY TIGLON (its name is styled 'TiGLON' by the manufac... - REVIEW: DS Audio MASTER 3 ⸜ optical cartridge + phono stage » JAPAN1 January 2025, 12:00 am
Reviewtext by MAREK DYBA images by Marek Dyba, DS AudioNo 248 January 1, 2025⌈ DS AUDIO brand belongs to Digital Stream Cooperation (DSC), based near Tokyo. The parent company has specialized in high-end optical products for devices such as CD, DVD, and Blu-ray players for more than a quarter century. DS Audio, founded by the son of DSC's owner, who has been fascinated by the sound of vinyl records, has utilized the knowledge and experience of the parent company to develop p...
- Audiomods 12" Series Six Tonearm1 November 2024, 8:44 pm
In 2020 Jeff Spalls introduced the Audiomods Series Six tonearm, providing many analog hobbyists with an opportunity to experience excellent yet affordable analog playback. Shortly after the Series Six's introduction, two significant events altered the audio landscape for many of us. First, the Ichikawa Jewel Company LTD shuttered its doors, leading to the loss of... Read More » The post Audiomods 12" Series Six Tonearm appeared first on Positive Feedback.... - MOON TO SHOWCASE TWO SYSTEMS AT FINEST AUDIO SHOW, ZURICH1 November 2024, 7:14 pm
October 31, 2024 (Montreal, Canada) – MOON will be showcasing two premium systems at this weekend’s Finest Audio Show in Zurich. The 390 and 330A will form the heart of one system, while the flagship 891 network player/preamplifier and 761 power amplifier combination will drive the other. Each system will be voiced by Trenner &... Read More » The post MOON TO SHOWCASE TWO SYSTEMS AT FINEST AUDIO SHOW, ZURICH appeared first on Positive Feedback.... - Introducing Wireworld Cable Technology Series 10 - Xtraordinary1 November 2024, 7:12 pm
FORT LAUDERDALE, FL November 1, 2024 – Wireworld Cable Technology, one of the world’s most respected brands of high-performance audio and video cables, is introducing their next generation ‘Series 10’ audio cables. These new cables incorporate several technical and visual improvements over the previous ‘Series 8’. The patented DNA Helix designs have been upgraded with... Read More » The post Introducing Wireworld Cable Technology Series 10 - Xtraordinary... - ZYX R100H Cartridge1 November 2024, 7:10 pm
This article by Bob Levi originally ran in Positive Feedback ISSUE 15 September/October 2004, so while we call this section "New Old Stock - Articles from Our Days in Print" you are also going to see some articles from our early days of going online. A true bargain doesn't come along often in high end... Read More » The post ZYX R100H Cartridge appeared first on Positive Feedback.... - Schumann, via AI? (Not.)1 November 2024, 7:04 pm
Schumann Symphony 4 (orig. vers.); Manfred Overture. Yun: Cello Concerto. Jaemin Han, cello; Korean National Symphony Orchestra/David Reiland. Decca Records (Korea). Downloads and streams: music.apple.com; plixid.net (FLAC 24/96); qobuz.com (16/44.1); spotify.com; uk.7digital.com (M4A, MP3, FLAC) Universal, the current parent company of Decca and Deutsche Grammophon, has been unusually unforthcoming about this particular production. Although it was listed in... Read More » T...
- The Sim 390 is a front end that does it all…7 January 2025, 4:36 am
If you’d like a high-performance system with a minimal box count, consider the Sim Audio 390. It’s a line preamplifier, streaming DAC, headphone amplifier and MM/MC phono preamplifier. It even has Bluetooth and HDMI inputs. Sim gear is as bulletproof as it comes. Having visited their factory twice now, the service department was not busy […]... - McIntosh MC275 Power Amplifier7 January 2025, 3:19 am
The MC275 from McIntosh is not only one of the all time classics, when it comes to vacuum tube amplifiers, it is quite possibly one of (if not the best) of their tube amps, in terms of value, sonics, and build quality. The new MC1052 is pretty awesome, but has not been around long enough. […]... - It’s National Bobblehead Day!6 January 2025, 8:32 pm
Phil Sklar, Co-Founder and CEO of the National Bobblehead Hall of Fame and Museum has just let me know that tomorrow, January 7, is National Bobblehead Day. Located in my home town of Milwaukee, Wisconsin, they’ve introduced three new Margaritaville Bobbleheads: The Parrot, Shark and LIzard. Feel free to click on this link to visit […]... - Vintage audio at Axpona6 January 2025, 6:51 pm
With just over three months to go, I’ve been asked to give an hour talk about vintage audio at this years Axpona. I’ll be talking about your vintage journey, what to expect if you’re new to all this, repair issues, and whatever else comes to mind. I look forward to seeing you there – it […]... - Issue 1221 January 2025, 7:25 pm
Cover Story Avid’s Acutus Classic:A Great Turntable Returns Features Old School: Nakamichi 400 seriesby Jeff Dorgay 1095: Rega’s ND3 and ND5 MM cartridges The Audiophile Apartment: Dynaudio Focus 10 wireless speakers Journeyman Audiophile: Magnepan 2.7X Short Take: Vera-Fi A40 Class A power Amp, SVS Ultra Evolution Towers Mine: It Should Be Yours Future Tense: Gear in our immediate future Reviews […]...
- PSB Imagine T65 Loudspeaker15 January 2025, 5:00 am
Note: measurements taken in the anechoic chamber at Canada’s National Research Council can be found through this link. Last summer, when I was asked to review the PSB T65 floorstander, from the Canadian loudspeaker brand’s revamped Imagine series, I accepted the assignment without hesitation. As a young undergraduate and a budding audiophile on a shoestring budget, I cut my teeth on PSB speakers. PSB opened my ears to high-end sound. I purchased the PSB Image 4T floorstanders, my fi... - Recommended Reference Component: Arendal Sound 1528 Tower 8 Loudspeaker15 January 2025, 5:00 am
For the last few months, Norway’s Arendal Sound and its Tower 8 loudspeaker, the flagship model in the company’s new 1528 series, have consumed a lot of SoundStage! Network’s bandwidth: two videos on our YouTube channel—one about Arendal Sound, the other about the 1528 series—and three articles by Doug Schneider on this website about the Tower 8, the most detailed of which appeared as a full review in his December 1 System One column. The Tower 8 earned a Reviewers&... - Peachtree Audio Carina GaN Integrated Amplifier1 January 2025, 5:00 am
Note: for the full suite of measurements from the SoundStage! Audio-Electronics Lab, click here. “Beloved” is not a word to be used lightly. It’s an older term you don’t often hear today, and conveys a feeling of deep love and adoration. A softer variation is the Italian name Carina. Derived from the Latin word for “beloved,” it’s also the name of the current integrated amplifier lineup from Peachtree Audio. Such a name hints at some promising qualities... - My Three Favorite Products of 20241 January 2025, 5:00 am
The SoundStage! Network’s Product of the Year awards for 2024 were announced on December 15 on this website and on our YouTube channel. Award winners were selected by our editorial team (which includes me). As in previous years, we sifted through reviews of products that received Reviewers’ Choice awards during the year on SoundStage! Hi-Fi and its sister websites—SoundStage! Ultra, SoundStage! Access, SoundStage! Simplifi, and SoundStage! Solo—and picked standout product... - T+A Elektroakustik R 2500 R Streaming CD–Receiver1 December 2024, 5:00 am
Note: for the full suite of measurements from the SoundStage! Audio-Electronics Lab, click here. I recall having a conversation with a good friend soon after he purchased his first sports car, a new Porsche 911 Carrera S. His wife had agreed to the purchase on the understanding that their two kids would be able to fit in the car, which of course reduced the range of models he could consider. “The sports car needed to suit the family’s needs,” I remember him saying. ...
- Acquisition of McIntosh and Sonus Faber by Bose: A Strategic Move into Automotive Audio10 January 2025, 11:38 pm
If you are anything like me, the acquisition of McIntosh and Sonus Faber by Bose Corporation was a shock. As a long-time audiophile and devout believer in maintaining the quality and standards of the Audio Specialty industry, this move was tantamount to seeing a cherished artisanal craft risk being absorbed into the world of mass [...] The post Acquisition of McIntosh and Sonus Faber by Bose: A Strategic Move into Automotive Audio appeared first on Dagogo.... - PS Audio Stellar Strata Mk2 integrated amplifiers Review, Part 1 of 24 January 2025, 2:00 am
The PS Audio Stellar Strata Mk2 Integrated Amplifier is one of the most important components I have handled, but not for the reason you may think. In the process of reviewing this and one other integrated amplifier, I have reached what many would consider controversial conclusions regarding two channel audiophile system configurations, that is, [...] The post PS Audio Stellar Strata Mk2 integrated amplifiers Review, Part 1 of 2 appeared first on Dagogo.... - Heaven 11 Billie Amp MK2 Review2 December 2024, 8:43 pm
Publisher’s note: Heaven 11 has notified us that the MK2 has been discontinued at the time of press, making way for the launch of the MK3 in February, 2025. Follow-up Review forthcoming. Here comes this curious integrated amp that I spied at AXPONA 2023 as it was playing through a pair of PAP Trio10 Heil [...] The post Heaven 11 Billie Amp MK2 Review appeared first on Dagogo.... - EMM Labs DA2i D/A converter Review18 November 2024, 9:42 pm
A Revelation When I receive an updated version of a product that I have previously reviewed, the changes are more often evolutionary rather than revolutionary. By this, I mean that the designer has in fact improved areas in which the product was already strong while weaknesses remain. This clearly is not the case with the [...] The post EMM Labs DA2i D/A converter Review appeared first on Dagogo.... - VPE Electrodynamics Crystal Dipole Speaker & Model 1 DSP Dipole Subwoofer Review11 October 2024, 7:20 pm
Variety for the budget audiophile Let’s say you have $3K to spend on speakers. What will you buy? One of the hundreds of OK sounding box speakers? Maybe a Vandersteen or a dipole speaker like a Magnepan? I have owned the Vandersteen 1B and 2CE, the Magnepan MMG and 1.6QR (and reviewed the .7i; see [...] The post VPE Electrodynamics Crystal Dipole Speaker & Model 1 DSP Dipole Subwoofer Review appeared first on Dagogo....
- iFi GO link Max Review16 January 2025, 4:08 pm
Audio: Listen to this article. I’ve used the iFi GO link Max for over a month, listening through it every night and while traveling. Paired with my new favorite in-ear headphones, the Sennheiser ie 900, this combination is my new go-to for all my convenient yet high fidelity headphone listening. In fact, I love the Max so much that I walk around the house listening through it, con... - APL Endless - A New Speaker To Watch For And Listen To9 January 2025, 2:52 pm
Audio: Listen to this article. Roughly three years ago I spent a day in Omaha listening to prototype loudspeakers created by APL HiFi’s Alex Peychev. I wrote about the experience in September, 2021 and concluded, “Alex has managed to toe the fine line between overly detailed and lush bloom, with a first order crossover design that's uniquely APL and produces sound that's 100% Alex Peychev.... - New Arrivals and New Year31 December 2024, 4:39 pm
Audio: Listen to this article. As we close out 2024 and ring in 2025, I’m excited to try something new that I’ve long had on my list of “needs.” Over the last decade I’ve used Constellation Audio Inspiration monoblocks 1.0 and preamp 1.0 as my reference, to which all evaluated products were connected. Very well designed and excellent sounding components that have held up ... - Review: Todd & Margo's Christmas Vacation CD Player23 December 2024, 3:38 pm
Audio: Listen to this article. The holidays can be hard on audiophiles. With questions from skeptical loved ones like “Don’t you already have three Dark Side of the Moon boxed sets?” and “Those IEMs on your list cost how much?!” it can be difficult to ask Santa for what we really want. Making matters worse, Christmas movies are notoriously trigge... - How To Use JPLAY iOS With HQPlayer19 December 2024, 4:32 pm
Audio: Listen to this article. I use JPLAY for iOS as my exclusive control point for all UPnP playback (review). I love the app and think the experience it provides is vastly superior to anything that has come before it. Until now, using JPLAY with HQPlayer required HQPlayer embedded and sometimes it didn't deliver the smoothest results. This week @Marcin_gps announced that his JPLAY for iOS app ...
- Miles Davis’ Birth of the Blue 180g 1LP Set From Analogue Productions Is an Astounding-Sounding Companion to His Seminal 1959 LP, Kind of Blue17 January 2025, 12:00 am
As noted in my coverage of the press event that happened in NYC back in December 2024, Miles Davis’ Birth of the Blue assembles, “in a single release, music recorded in 1958, one year prior to the landmark Kind of Blue.” That album, of course, features the storied lineup of Miles Davis on trumpet (“and leader”), Julian “Cannonball” Adderley on alto saxophone, John Coltrane on tenor saxophone, Bill Evans on piano, Paul Chambers on bass, and Jimmy Cobb on... - Tony Levin on Getting Down to His Signature Low-End Business on Stunning New 2LP Solo Set Bringing It Down to the Bass, Plus Revisiting 1980s King Crimson With the Four-Man BEAT Collective16 January 2025, 12:00 am
Give the Bass Chef Some: Tony Levin, in repose with his Three of a Perfect Pair bass. Photo courtesy Tony Levin.For many of the interesting, innovative, and forward-thinking, progressive-leaning recordings of the past half-century-plus that we live for and love on vinyl, Tony Levin has been both their heartbeat and anchor. Whether it’s with King Crimson, Peter Gabriel, Paula Cole, ABWH, Stick Men, or scores of other artists’ albums that number well into the 500s, Levin’s si... - Denon DP-3000NE Turntable14 January 2025, 12:00 am
After our recent in-depth review of Denon’s DL-103o moving coil cartridge, I thought I’d look into one of their other core, analog-centric product categories — turntables, of course! — to see what else the stalwart company currently offers, and the flagship DP-3000NE table caught my eye.The direct-drive Denon DP-3000NE table boasts a dark ebony finish, aluminum diecast platter (305mm), steel bearing, aluminum headshell, and an S-shaped tonearm featuring cartridge-wei... - Seen at CES 2025: Fuse Audio Vertical Turntables13 January 2025, 12:00 am
Let’s get vertical! We didn’t want to let our CES 2025 coverage pass without mentioning Fuse Audio and their visually enticing line of vertical turntables.At CES 2025 — which officially got underway for press types like back on January 5, and wrapped up just a few days ago on January 10, 2025, mainly at the LVCC in Las Vegas and the Venetian towers — Fuse Audio showed off its litany of vertical turntable options on the show floor in Booth 30127. In the YouTube clip bel... - Rhino’s Rightly Acclaimed High Fidelity Series Continues Today, January 10, With a Pair of AAA 180g 1LP Releases, Television’s Adventure and Faces’ Ooh La La10 January 2025, 12:00 am
The listening glory is all ours with the latest pair of top-shelf releases from Rhino’s High Fidelity (Hi-Fi) series. Television’s potent April 1978 sophomore effort Adventure and Faces’ March 1973 swan song Ooh La La both get the patented AAA Hi-Fi 180g 1LP treatment and are being released today, January 10, 2025.As per usual for the Hi-Fi series, Kevin Gray at Cohearant Audio cuts the lacquers using the original master tapes, and Optimal handles the 180g vinyl pressings. G...
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- LTA Aero DAC | REVIEW19 January 2025, 8:00 am
The LTA Aero DAC is one of those products that defies categorization - retro yet modern, sophisticated but sleek, musical yet linear. But I’m getting ahead of myself. Before we dive in I should note that my experience of Linear Tube Audio goes back a long ways - in the spirit of juxtapositions, this review [...]... - Wilson Audio Submerge Subwoofer | REVIEW17 January 2025, 8:00 am
I absolutely love stereo subs, and I believe you will, too. Are you interested in learning about the Wilson Audio Submerge subwoofer? Do you want to know how simple they are to integrate and how they can solve room challenges? Can they elevate the already bass-throbbing Wilson Audio Alexx V loudspeaker? Read on… Throughout the [...]... - IHEAC Show in Indonesia, Part 3 | 2024 IHEAC15 January 2025, 8:00 am
[For Part One of the 2024 IHEAC Show, click here. For Part Two, click here.] Audio Note UK at the 2024 IHEAC Show Audio Note UK never disappoints, and this time at IHEAC was no exception. From their distinctive speaker positioning technique to the realistic, lively, and transparent sound, it had me tapping my toes [...]... - TIDAL Audio Event: the 25th Anniversary | Announcements14 January 2025, 6:35 pm
While we're used to seeing large rooms filled with TIDAL Audio loudspeakers and electronics at the Munich show every year, it's rare to see such a comprehensive display of these products in the USA (with the possible exception of the showroom at The Voice That Is, of course.) This year will be different--the three exclusive [...]... - Innuos “Better Together” Bundle Offer | Announcements14 January 2025, 8:00 am
We're thrilled to announce that Innuos is now offering great deals on the digital audio products when bought in a "bundle." hence the new "Better Together" offer. We're huge fans of Innuos, having reviewed a number of their streamers and other devices. We're so impressed that we sent editor-in-chief Marc Phillips to Faro, Portugal last [...]...
- Lindemann Move Mini review17 January 2025, 5:47 pm
Arachnophobia. Most people dislike the entire species, especially the hand-sized furry sorts. Audiophiles meanwhile are arachnophoniacs though virtually never aware of it. What the funk? Spiders. They are the usually corrugated resin-impregnated cloth circles behind dynamic driver diaphragms to help centre their voice coils and provide restorative force on the […] The post Lindemann Move Mini review first appeared on Darko.Audio.---------------------- No part of this RSS feed to be reprod... - Dirac Live comes to the Bluesound NODE ICON, 2024 NODE14 January 2025, 3:43 pm
Bluesound has begun rolling out Dirac Live support to its NODE streaming products. First to get the OTA firmware update is the NODE Icon (N530) and the 2024 NODE (N132). Those wanting to avail themselves of this new functionality must additionally purchase a room-measurement microphone, a stand to hold the […] The post Dirac Live comes to the Bluesound NODE ICON, 2024 NODE first appeared on Darko.Audio.---------------------- No part of this RSS feed to be reproduced, recycled or re-purpos... - [UPDATED] More thoughts on quitting Spotify14 January 2025, 12:46 pm
UPDATE 16th Jan: Patron Brother Thomas got in touch to point out that Deezer’s payment system might not be as artist-centric as it first appears. Music Business Worldwide has the details. Last week, I explained why I cancelled my Spotify Premium account. Today, I have more to say on the […] The post [UPDATED] More thoughts on quitting Spotify first appeared on Darko.Audio.---------------------- No part of this RSS feed to be reproduced, recycled or re-purposed without permission. Fo... - Buh-bye Spotify (YouTube version)10 January 2025, 2:01 pm
🎥 Camera: John Darko / Olaf von Voss 🎬 Editor: John Darko 🌈 Colour: Olaf von Voss 🕺🏻 Motion GFX: John Darko 💰 Ad segment: John Darko 🎵 Song IDs? Playlists of all music heard in this video – and other videos – can be found on PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/johndarko 👉 […] The post Buh-bye Spotify (YouTube version) first appeared on Darko.Audio.---------------------- No part of this RSS feed to be reproduced, recy... - 2023’s hottest hi-fi product just got an upgrade8 January 2025, 12:17 pm
The hottest hi-fi product of 2023? That was Eversolo’s DMP-A6: a streaming DAC (with hard-wired digital inputs) that married a landscape-oriented touchscreen to a whitelist of installable apps for bit-perfect playback of Apple Music, Tidal, Amazon Music and Qobuz plus Spotify Connect, Tidal Connect and Roon Ready. This week brings […] The post 2023’s hottest hi-fi product just got an upgrade first appeared on Darko.Audio.---------------------- No part of this RSS feed to be re...
- IKEDA Sound Labs Kai MC Phono Cartridge1 January 2025, 11:10 am
As the years progress, my admiration for luxury Japanese phono cartridges grows. I’ve always admired a hand-made Japanese cart with some pretty Kanji on the body, but I have not had a chance to examine them in depth until the past few years. Things came to a halt when I reviewed the Kiseki Purple Heart NS Moving Coil Phono Cartridge. I was hopeful at the start of the review, but I was a dissenting voice among the throngs of “influencers” who raved about the cartridge. For my ea... - Ramar Berlin “JEWEL”— RESONANCE CONTROL CONCEPT1 January 2025, 11:10 am
I first heard of Ramar Berlin when the company sent me one of their luxury record brushes to try. They also have a strong presence on Instagram. The job of a record brush is to rid the vinyl surface of dust without leaving an electrical charge. It's simple: You're done with one or two LP rotations with a slow drag of the brush at a 45-degree angle from the lead-out grooves to the lead-in. I’ve had a few brushes in my time. They're usually effective and reasonably priced. However, the &ldqu... - Epos ES-7N Loudspeaker1 January 2025, 11:09 am
Last year, Bryan Taylor of The Gramophone, the Canadian importer of Epos Loudspeakers, asked if I could review the Epos ES-14N Loudspeakers. While I was not enamoured with the lower baffle shape and “individual” teal colour, the USD 4500 loudspeakers impressed me with their refinement, tonal and dynamic prowess. They are quite expensive, but in real terms, they are a high-end bargain. The smaller Epos ES-7N caught my eye because of the look and aural memory of my time with its bigger... - A feather on the breath of God: Sequences and Hymns by Saint Hildegard of Bingen/Gothic Voices/Hyperion vinyl edition [2024]27 December 2024, 4:13 pm
Hildegard of Bingen (1098 – 1179) was a German Benedictine Abbess who was also a writer, composer, philosopher, mystic and visionary during the High Middle Ages (AD 1000 to 1300). During Bingen’s lifetime, musical notation was in its infancy, and the concepts of rhythms, harmony and counterpoint were centuries away. As such, Bingen’s music is primarily monophonic (Plainchant), melismatic lines of convex melody with only a drone instrument such as a vielle or organistum as ... - Tchaikovsky: Piano Concerto No. 1 in B flat minor, Op. 23 Argerich/Kondrashin—Esoteric Mastering vinyl reissue [2024]26 December 2024, 7:37 pm
Martha Argerich, PianoSymphonie-Orchester des Bayerischen RundfunksConducted by Kirill KondrashinProduct ID: ESLD-10007Released November 2024Original RecordingRecorded at Herkulessaal, Munich, on February 7-8, 1980Re-masteringDate: June 2024 Esoteric Mastering CenterProducer: Motoaki Ohmachi (Esoteric Mastering Center)Associated Producer: Jo Yoshida (Esoteric Mastering Center)Mastering Engineer: Masaya Tohno (Esoteric Mastering Center)Cutting Engineer: Katsutoshi Kitamura (MIXER’S LAB)Seve...
- Tenderlonious: You Know I Care16 January 2025, 2:21 pm
One of the leading lights of London’s underground jazz scene, Ed ‘Tenderlonius’ Cawthorne founded the 22a record label, but ‘You Know I Care’ is an album of traditional jazz sounds. The post Tenderlonious: You Know I Care appeared first on hi-fi+.... - Ayre Acoustics EX-8 2.016 January 2025, 1:48 pm
With its deceptively sophisticated onboard streaming DAC, the entry-level 100W integrated from Colorado’s Ayre Acoustics is halfway between an amplifier and a ‘just add loudspeakers full system.’ Ed Selley investigates. The post Ayre Acoustics EX-8 2.0 appeared first on hi-fi+.... - Sonus faber Duetto16 January 2025, 1:09 pm
Sonus faber’s elegant loudspeaker design meets 2020s convenience in the Duetto streaming system. With everything from Apple to Roon, including Chromecast, Simon Lucas asks if it is all you need? The post Sonus faber Duetto appeared first on hi-fi+.... - Audiobyte SuperHUB streamer16 January 2025, 12:06 pm
Replacing its recently discontinued Hydra range, Audiobyte launched its first model in the Super- line. But is the SuperHUB a streamer in search of a matching DAC? Alan Sircom investigates. The post Audiobyte SuperHUB streamer appeared first on hi-fi+.... - Out of The Box – IAS Loudspeakers Ltd12 January 2025, 12:01 am
Our ‘Out of the Box’ Series features companies who might […] The post Out of The Box – IAS Loudspeakers Ltd appeared first on hi-fi+....
- Vivid Audio Kaya S12 standmount speaker11 January 2025, 12:00 am
Were it not for the enclosure design, it might be tempting to think of the Kaya S12, the smallest speaker from South Africa’s Vivid Audio, as just another standmount. But as those eye-catching looks suggest, there’s something special going on here, and the price – £6000 a pair in a choice of striking finishes, with more available to order – certainly sets expectations high. Standing 40cm tall, and weighing just 6kg each, the S12 comes in Piano Black, Lexus Pearl Whi... - Canton Reference 9 Standmount10 December 2024, 12:00 am
Although it’s relatively easy to build a large ‘cost no object’ loudspeaker worthy of a brand’s flagship, things get a little trickier when the requirement is for a compact model. Quite apart from the budget constraints – customers believe there should be a direct relationship between size and price – there’s the small matter of ‘you can’t argue with physics’ when it comes to delivering a big, room-filling sound from a smallscale enclos... - PS Audio Aspen FR5 loudspeaker2 December 2024, 12:00 am
The final piece in PS Audio's quartet of innovative planar magnetic loudspeakers has arrived and it's quite the cutest of the range, but is it a wolf in sheep's clothing? Even if the title isn't familiar, you'll know The March Of Progress by Rudolph Zallinger. Published in a 1965 volume of Life Nature Library and depicting 25 million years of human evolution as a series of side-on illustrations, from the ape-like Pliopithecus to modern man, it popped into my mind when I unboxed PS Audio's Aspen ... - Fresh Faces29 November 2024, 12:00 am
Nothing beats the buzz of discovering new bands, especially when they could shape the very future of music. Johnny Sharp on the hot new groups hitting all the right notes It has been suggested that bands are a dying breed in the modern age. As technology enables individuals to create fuller tapestries of music than ever before without the need to recruit a drummer on the basis of whether or not they own a van, or stick with an annoying keyboard player because his dad lets you use his warehouse f... - Giant Steps Backwards28 November 2024, 12:00 am
Internet radio promises unrivalled listening choice, but what happens when your favourite station goes missing? Barry Fox gets to grips with tweaking TuneIn and adding third-party hardware A friend gets cross when I reckon that most IT is designed by engineers who don't think about the people who will use it. He says I shouldn't expect computers to work like hi-fi systems. Which is ironic because many modern hi-fi boxes are disguised computers reliant on networking, and they really need to be co...
- Thelonious Monk: “Monk’s Music” Mono Vinyl Reissue Review21 January 2025, 3:02 am
Craft Recordings Reissues Sought After 1957 Thelonious Monk Mono Mix In 180-gram Vinyl, All Analog Remastered Original Jazz Classics Series.... - Tesla Model Y Gets an Immersive Sound System Overhaul from Denon and Dirac at CES 202520 January 2025, 3:30 pm
CES 2025 has evolved from the home audio/video show it used to be in the “old days” to a showcase for advanced technology in all walks of life. This year’s show included a strong presence for automotive technology with multiple auto-makers showcasing advanced new infotainment systems. Two brands known for innovation and sound quality in […]... - Audioengine’s B1 Next Gen Bluetooth Receiver Adds Bluetooth AptX Adaptive Support to Vintage Amps20 January 2025, 10:22 am
The Audioengine B1 has been updated with Bluetooth 5.3, aptX Adaptive, and 32-bit Audio, but still has the same $189 price tag... - George Harrison’s Living In The Material World Deluxe Expanded 50th Anniversary Edition Review19 January 2025, 1:00 pm
Remixed Edition Offers Newfound Clarity & Insight To Classic Recordings by George Harrison.... - Here’s Why LG’s 2025 G5 OLED TV is So Much Brighter than Last Year’s G419 January 2025, 8:48 am
After two years, LG dumps MLA. Find out what it is being replaced with and what it means for TV buyers...
- Advance Paris MyConnect 250 Audio Center Review20 January 2025, 12:00 pm
Advance Paris is a relatively new (to the USA) audio company with a wide variety of products from CD players to pre-amplifiers to power... The post Advance Paris MyConnect 250 Audio Center Review appeared first on HomeTheaterHifi.com.... - iFi Go Bar Kensei Ultra-Portable DAC/Amp Review15 January 2025, 12:00 pm
I’m always watching for a portable dongle DAC/Amp that can liberate me from my desktop headphone amplifiers. The marketplace has no... The post iFi Go Bar Kensei Ultra-Portable DAC/Amp Review appeared first on HomeTheaterHifi.com.... - Eversolo DMP-A8 Streamer-DAC-DAP-Preamplifier Review13 January 2025, 12:00 pm
The Eversolo DMP-A8 is a versatile device that combines streamer, Digital-to-Analog Converter (DAC), Digital Audio Player (DAP), and... The post Eversolo DMP-A8 Streamer-DAC-DAP-Preamplifier Review appeared first on HomeTheaterHifi.com.... - Moon Voice 22 Bookshelf Loudspeaker Review8 January 2025, 12:00 pm
Simaudio has added speakers to their lineup for the first and last time. The Moon Voice 22’s are a two-way design with loads of... The post Moon Voice 22 Bookshelf Loudspeaker Review appeared first on HomeTheaterHifi.com.... - SVS SB17-Ultra R|Evolution Subwoofer Review6 January 2025, 12:00 pm
SVS doesn’t need an introduction to most audio and home theater enthusiasts, especially regarding the company’s subwoofer products. The post SVS SB17-Ultra R|Evolution Subwoofer Review appeared first on HomeTheaterHifi.com....
- Mobile Fidelity Master Phono Preamplifier28 October 2024, 7:17 pm
The Mobile Fidelity Master Phono preamplifier has been available for a number of years with reviews available. This review is posted to give you another data point to factor in if you are considering acquiring this component. Executive summary: Consider it! Read on to grok that advice. The Master Phono, $5,995, has a number of […]... - Atma-Sphere Class D Amplifiers – MINI-REVIEW30 July 2024, 8:00 pm
Please see Important Notes on the Reviews page. This is a Mini-Review with no formal rating because after about a week of listening to this product, its strengths and weaknesses were apparent. A longer listening interval, which would be normal for a full review, was not required to draw the following conclusions. The reference system […]... - 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 […]...
- Review: Bluesound NODE Nano Streaming DAC27 November 2024, 12:26 am
Hello Bluesound Node Nano! Goodbye Raspberry Pi? Steve Graham ponders the possibility of a Node Nano sending his music-playing Raspberry Pi into early retirement. True Confessions Up to this point, I haven’t taken the Bluesound Nodes seriously. I mean, no thick aluminum front panel? Come on! No full width chassis? Get real! Audio snobbery at its worst? Guilty as charged. Don’t get me wrong, my NAD Masters... - Review: Mission 778x Integrated Amplifier23 November 2024, 1:23 am
The Mission 778X Integrated Amplifier – Mid-Range Magic on a Budget. MSRP: $999 Canadian. Review by David Neice Verdict: Can an amplifier costing just less than a grand Canadian do duty as a serious audiophile component? Enter the new Mission 778X, an amplifier with mid-range magic to spare and an ‘oh so smooth’ character that lights our fuse. Mission (via IAG) has revisited its 80’s era past (when it manufactured more than just speake... - Review: The Schiit Loki Max Equalizer24 September 2024, 5:57 pm
The Schiit Loki Max Equalizer: Miracle Worker – A Brilliant Way To Fix Imperfect Sound Review by Jamie Gillies When I was sixteen, my parents surprised me with a Panasonic CH-80 Mini System for Christmas. It was one of those 3-disc CD changer, tape deck, tuner, integrated amplifier and speakers in one. Many of you remember these mid-1990s systems. They have largely been vilified by audiophiles as a cheap, slightly better than a boombox, creation that helped speed u... - Review: NAD C588 Turntable (Upgraded)29 August 2024, 11:25 pm
NAD C588 Turntable with a Nagaoka MP-110 Cartridge – Smooth and Robust ‘In the House’ review by David Neice MSRP with stock Ortofon 2M Red Cartridge – $1199 Canadian. Nagaoka MP-110 high-output cartridge – $219 Canadian. Verdict: While the NAD turntable comes standa... - Review: Q Acoustics Concept 20 Bookshelf Speakers3 July 2024, 6:26 pm
Retro Review: Q Acoustics Concept 20 – A Small Monitor With A Big Sound MSRP: $900 (Canadian) Direct marketed and also retailed. Verdict: The main strength of the Q Acoustics Concept 20 is neutrality. This results from the unique cabinet design (discussed below) which reduces cabinet resonances to a vanishing level. Rarely have I heard a more neutral transducer. The sound is big and bold for such a small monitor and the Concept 20 can be firmly recommended as exceptional ...
- THIEAUDIO Origin Review20 January 2025, 10:24 am
Nihal reviews the THIEAUDIO Origin, a new high-end 10mm dynamic, BA, EST, and bone conduction driver universal IEM in today’s feature. It is priced at $849. Disclaimer: This is a sample in exchange for my honest opinion. Headfonics is an independent website with no affiliate links or status. I thank Linsoul and THIEAUDIO for this opportunity. Click here to read more about THIEAUDIO products previously reviewed on Headfonics. This article follows our latest sc... - FiiO DM13 Review18 January 2025, 9:35 am
Today, Marcus reviews the FiiO DM13, the company’s debut portable CD player with a dual DAC, BT, and up to 660mW of balanced output power. It is priced at $154.99 for the BT version and $139.99 for the Non-BT version. Disclaimer: This sample was sent to me in exchange for my honest opinion. Headfonics is an independent website with no affiliate links or services. I thank FiiO for their support. You can click here to learn more about the FiiO audio products we have [&he... - Campfire Audio Clara Review17 January 2025, 9:32 am
In this feature, Thomas reviews the Campfire Audio Clara, is a hybrid multi-driver universal IEM developed in collaboration with Alessandro Cortini. It is priced at $1999. Disclaimer: This sample was sent to me in exchange for my honest opinion. Headfonics is an independent website with no affiliate links or services. I thank Campfire Audio for their support. Click here to learn more about Campfire Audio products previously reviewed on Headfonics. This article follows our cu... - iFi audio GO link Max Review15 January 2025, 10:12 am
Today’s feature from Meldrick is a review of the iFi audio GO link Max, a compact and affordable DSD256 and 241mW capable balanced dongle DAC. It is priced at $79. Disclaimer: I received this sample in exchange for my honest opinion. Headfonics is an independent website with no affiliate links or services. I thank iFi Audio for their support. Click here to read up on other iFi Audio products we have previously reviewed on Headfonics. This post adheres to our current scoring... - Shanling HW600 Review13 January 2025, 10:45 am
Today, James reviews the Shanling HW600, the company’s first high-end set of open-back 110x86mm planar magnetic driver headphones. It is priced at $1099.00. Disclaimer: This sample was sent to me in exchange for my honest opinion. Headfonics is an independent website with no affiliate links or status. I thank Shanling for their support. Click here to learn more about Shanling products we previously reviewed on Headfonics. This article follows our current scoring g...
- The Stereophile Interviews: Herb Reichert11 January 2025, 3:45 pm
This week on pt.AUDIO’s The Occasional Podcast, Herb Reichert of Stereophile magazine stops by the show to chat a little The post The Stereophile Interviews: Herb Reichert appeared first on AudioHead.... - Review: Schiit Audio Wotan Power Amplifier7 January 2025, 3:02 pm
Review of the Schiit Wotan power amplifier. Over the past 10 years or so, HiFi maker Schiit Audio has slowly The post Review: Schiit Audio Wotan Power Amplifier appeared first on AudioHead.... - The Best Sounding HiFi Gear From 202419 December 2024, 12:35 am
Just as the year wraps up, so does our impressions of what was a colossal 12 months of gear, reviews The post The Best Sounding HiFi Gear From 2024 appeared first on AudioHead.... - Black Friday Deals For Audiophiles 2024, Including Schiit, SVS and more27 November 2024, 8:53 pm
Black Friday Deals for Audiophiles 2024, including Schiit Audio, SVS, ZMF updates and more. A true blue audiophile is likely The post Black Friday Deals For Audiophiles 2024, Including Schiit, SVS and more appeared first on AudioHead.... - Are Sonic Goals For HiFi Gear Regionalized?26 November 2024, 7:48 pm
Is there really such a thing as a “British Sound”? What about Germany? A Singapore Audio Show? Japan? Here in The post Are Sonic Goals For HiFi Gear Regionalized? appeared first on AudioHead....
- Dirac Live Ready Now Available on Select Bluesound Players14 January 2025, 6:09 pm
NODE (N132) and NODE ICON (N530) will become the first streamers in the world to be Dirac Live Ready JANUARY The post Dirac Live Ready Now Available on Select Bluesound Players appeared first on Headphone Guru.... - Dekoni Audio Ensemble Cables – One Cable to Fit Them All6 January 2025, 6:00 am
Dekoni Audio has long been known for their unique and often groundbreaking headphone accessories, from their incomparable custom earpads to The post Dekoni Audio Ensemble Cables – One Cable to Fit Them All appeared first on Headphone Guru.... - HIFIMAN’S SERENADE Wireless Brings Lossless Wireless Streaming Audio to Industry-leading Desktop DAC/Amplifier20 December 2024, 7:54 pm
Compact SERENADE Wireless Features Multiple Streaming and Input Options; Proprietary Hymalaya Pro R-2R Ladder DAC BELLMORE, NY, December 20, 2024 The post HIFIMAN’S SERENADE Wireless Brings Lossless Wireless Streaming Audio to Industry-leading Desktop DAC/Amplifier appeared first on Headphone Guru.... - The New NODE ICON is Available Now12 December 2024, 6:43 pm
Bluesound’s reference wireless music streamer is now available worldwide, marking an exciting milestone for the multi-room audio brand and setting The post The New NODE ICON is Available Now appeared first on Headphone Guru.... - HEADPHONE.GURU 2024 PRODUCT OF THE YEAR AWARDS9 December 2024, 6:00 am
Once again it is that time of year when we honor those products we tested that most impressed us over The post HEADPHONE.GURU 2024 PRODUCT OF THE YEAR AWARDS appeared first on Headphone Guru....
- Gadhouse unveils Mathis turntable20 January 2025, 12:00 am
Gadhouse has launched its Mathis turntable, which the company says offers vinyl fans: “a striking fusion of retro-inspired design with cutting-edge technology”. Inspired by the clean lines and timeless allure of Eighties audio equipment, Mathis exudes a retro charm while maintaining a minimalist look. Finished with a polished wooden base, tactile metal components and an array of colour options, the turntable features a premium Audio-Technica AT-VM95E (HFC 444) cartridge paired with a... - Clean up your vinyl with Keith Monks' ReduxTwo16 January 2025, 12:00 am
Keith Monks Audio has announced the ReduxTwo, an Archive Standard Record Cleaning Machine and Universal Disc Cleaner. The company explains: “After 10 years of successfully re-establishing precision record cleaning into the mainstream with the discOveryOne and Prodigy (HFC 470) record cleaning machines, Keith Monks Audio returns to its professional roots. It’s time for ReduxTwo, designed in collaboration with two university libraries and a specialist audio restoration engineer, to del... - SVS brings flagship 17-Ultra Revolution subwoofer series to UK15 January 2025, 12:00 am
SVS has launched its flagship 17-Ultra Revolution subwoofer series in the UK via Karma AV. Mirroring the size of its 16-Ultra predecessors, the new subwoofers feature a 432mm dual voice-coil SVS driver, dual mono-block Class D amplification, uprated power supply and advanced DSP and app control. Consequently, the company claims: “the sealed box SB17-Ultra and ported PB17-Ultra designs are the most powerful, sophisticated and user-friendly SVS subwoofers ever introduced to the consumer mark... - MoFi Electronics brings SourcePoint 888 floorstander to UK14 January 2025, 12:00 am
Karma AV is facilitating the UK availability of MoFi Electronics’ new SourcePoint 888 three-way speaker. The floorstander includes two 203mm bass drivers alongside the unique concentric unit that featured in the SourcePoint 8 standmount. The driver integrates a twin drive magnet structure, paper pulp cone and concentrically mounted soft dome tweeter, and is the same size as the bass drivers – 203mm or 8in, hence the 888 name.Positioned beneath the concentric driver on the SP 888&rs... - Triangle launches Lunar 3 turntable13 January 2025, 12:00 am
Following the launch of its debut turntable, the Lunar 1, French company Triangle is imminently planning to unveil a follow-up in the shape of the Lunar 3.Inspired by Pro-Ject’s flagship Debut Carbon, it features a straight tonearm made from a single piece of carbon weighing 6g, giving it the advantage of being both exceptionally light and rigid to reduce unwanted vibrations.The Lunar 3 features an Ortofon 2M Red moving-magnet cartridge, with its diamond elliptical-shaped stylus along ...
- Bowers & Wilkins Unveils New Finishes for PX7 S2e & PX8 Headphones18 September 2024, 7:00 am
18th September, Worthing, UK: Renowned British audio brand, Bowers & Wilkins, has introduced two new premium finishes to its portfolio of high performance, multi-award-winning over-ear headphones, Px7 S2e and Px8. The new Px7 S2e Ruby Red and Px8 Dark Forest finishes expand on the already extensive range of colors available – the widest choice of colors […] The post Bowers & Wilkins Unveils New Finishes for PX7 S2e & PX8 Headphones appeared first on Audio Bacon.... - XACT unveils revolutionary XACT S1 EVO Music Server and PHANTOM Cables5 September 2024, 6:44 pm
XACT is proud to announce the launch of two groundbreaking products that set new benchmarks in high-fidelity audio performance: the XACT S1 EVO Music Server and the XACT PHANTOM™ USB and LAN Cables. These new offerings cater to the most discerning audiophiles, delivering exceptional sound quality through advanced engineering, meticulous craftsmanship, and innovative design. XACT […] The post XACT unveils revolutionary XACT S1 EVO Music Server and PHANTOM Cables appeared first on Aud... - Zeitgeist Germany Launches with Extraordinary IEMs11 July 2024, 9:01 pm
THE ART OF NOISE: INTRODUCING ZEITGEIST GERMANY AND ITS MISSION TO HANDCRAFT UNIQUE EARPHONES FROM EXTRAORDINARY MATERIALS Featuring freshly emptied whisky barrels, Fabergé-Egg-worthy Karelian birch, and rare timber – you haven’t seen, heard or felt earphones like this before. Zeitgeist Germany is on a mission to bring art and soul to the mundane world of […] The post Zeitgeist Germany Launches with Extraordinary IEMs appeared first on Audio Bacon.... - JCAT Unveils USB Card XE EVO: The Next Generation of USB Audio Performance 11 July 2024, 2:27 am
JCAT, a leader in high-performance streaming-specific products, is proud to announce the release of the USB Card XE EVO, an enhanced version of the highly acclaimed USB Card XE. This new model brings significant improvements and innovations, setting a new standard for USB audio performance. Building on Excellence The USB Card XE EVO is designed […] The post JCAT Unveils USB Card XE EVO: The Next Generation of USB Audio Performance appeared first o... - Bowers & Wilkins and David Beckham: Bringing Together Two British Symbols of Style and Performance30 May 2024, 6:25 pm
Worthing, UK, 30th May 2024: British audio brand Bowers & Wilkins and global icon David Beckham have partnered to create a unique alliance of style and sound, where David’s refined taste meets Bowers & Wilkins’ unwavering pursuit of perfection. The announcement marks the start of a long-term partnership that will explore David Beckham’s relationship with […] The post Bowers & Wilkins and David Beckham: Bringing Together Two British Symbols of Styl...
- Marantz launches the 10 Series Collection2 September 2024, 2:06 am
NEWS: Marantz pitches for the big league with its newest range of high-end products... starting off with the Model 10 Reference integrated amplifier.... - Auris Audio’s MYSTiK is a plug-n-play turntable28 August 2024, 2:17 am
NEWS: Auris Audio's MYSTiK turntable makes for a hassle-free entry into the world of vinyl.... - Cambridge Audio Evo One… all-in-one entertainer13 August 2024, 2:28 am
NEWS: The Evo One is Cambridge Audio's commendable push to capture a slice of the lifestyle hi-fi market... - Ruark Audio R410 – beyond the box sonically29 July 2024, 1:46 am
REVIEW: One box that does it all? The well-endowed Ruark Audio R410 certainly fits the bill when it comes to a lifestyle audio system with sonic chops... - McIntosh updates its Bluetooth transceiver with the MB2518 June 2024, 3:11 am
NEWS: The MB25 Bluetooth transceiver brings streaming options to systems that have yet to get in with the trend....
- Cambridge Audio Azur 350A Amplifier Repair And Review21 October 2024, 8:40 am
A 2010s amplifier that is normally very reliable, providing a dealer’s incompetent technician doesn’t carry out unnecessary ‘service’ work. Fortunately an easy fix had this one making music again. Fantastic amplifiers from an era where they were simple, analogue and well built.... - Acoustic Research Drawings Archive18 October 2024, 8:49 pm
These drawings were released by Acoustic Research into the public domain in 1990. An index of the archive was made available on the Classic speaker Pages website in an Adobe flash format. The demise of flash meant the archive was impossible to access and though some work was done to index the drawings in a… Continue reading Acoustic Research Drawings Archive... - Aiyima A08 PRO Bluetooth Amplifier Reviewed3 June 2024, 6:22 pm
a cracking little desktop amp with high-res bluetooth for about £120. It has plenty of power to drive sensible loudspeakers and appears to be well built. Some of its internal components are running close to their ratings, especially with a 48V power supply.... - Aiyima A07 MAX Amplifier Reviewed3 June 2024, 6:13 pm
Aiyima’s A07 Max is a fantastic budget (around £100) amp if you want to assemble a tiny system with plenty of power. The flexibility to use it as a stereo amplifier or to pair them up as monoblocks in stereo, bi-amped or even tri-amped configurations is a tremendous advantage for the money.... - Magnat Signature Edelstein Loudspeakers Reviewed20 May 2024, 10:40 am
wonderful loudspeakers that deserve to be front and centre of a two-channel system. These are mini speakers with a massive sound and which represent something unusual in audio - genuine value for money....
- WiiM Amp Pro Amplifier Review20 January 2025, 8:25 am
Simon Lucas auditions this impressive new compact, network-attached integrated amp…... - Dan Clark Audio Corina Reference Headphones Review15 January 2025, 4:33 pm
Jay Garrett reckons this new high-end electrostatic is a real head turner...... - Hegel H400 Streaming Integrated Amplifier Review15 January 2025, 2:27 am
Paul Sechi auditions this impressively versatile high-end integrated amplifier…... - Ferrum Audio WANDLA GoldenSound Edition DAC Review15 January 2025, 1:44 am
Cheryl Tan auditions this distinctive, premium quality digital-to-analogue converter…... - Acoustune HS2000MX SHO MKII & MKIII In-ear Monitors Review14 January 2025, 1:17 am
Cheryl Tan is charmed by these unique, premium-priced modular in-ear monitors…...
- Audioengine Launches B1 Next Gen Bluetooth Music Receiver with aptX Adaptive20 January 2025, 11:54 pm
Audioengine has announced the release of its upgraded B1 Bluetooth Music Receiver, featuring Bluetooth 5.3, Qualcomm’s aptX Adaptive codec, and 32-bit audio support. Originally introduced in 2014, the B1 was the first high-resolution audio receiver, setting a new standard for wireless audio performance. The Next Gen model builds upon this legacy with its enhanced features […] The post Audioengine Launches B1 Next Gen Bluetooth Music Receiver with aptX Adaptive appeared first on HIFI... - Onkyo TX-8470 Review: Is This the Ultimate Stereo Receiver?19 January 2025, 1:52 am
Onkyo TX-8470 Review Verdict: The affordable Onkyo TX-8470 delivers a compelling blend of thrilling hi-fi sound with a ton of modern connectivity. Its powerful amplification, detailed DAC, and extensive feature set make it an excellent choice for music lovers seeking a versatile, high-performing stereo receiver. Key Features: Onkyo TX-8470 Review Introduction: Since I was a […] The post Onkyo TX-8470 Review: Is This the Ultimate Stereo Receiver? appeared first on HIFI Trends.... - AXPONA 2025, America’s Largest High-End Audio Show, Returns with New Car Audio Showcase16 January 2025, 2:20 pm
Our favorite event of the year is coming soon. The 16th annual AXPONA (Audio Expo North America), North America’s largest high-end audio expo, is set to return to the Schaumburg Convention Center in Chicagoland from April 11-13, 2025. This year’s event promises a showcase of top hi-fi audio brands, over 200 listening rooms, and a […] The post AXPONA 2025, America’s Largest High-End Audio Show, Returns with New Car Audio Showcase appeared first on HIFI Trends.... - Technics EAH-AZ100 Earbuds Promise Authentic Sound With New Magnetic Fluid Driver7 January 2025, 7:49 pm
Technics today announced the EAH-AZ100, a new set of true wireless earbuds designed to deliver high-quality audio. The earbuds feature a proprietary “Magnetic Fluid Driver” that reduces distortion and vibration. This technology, miniaturized from Technics’ EAH-TZ700 wired in-ear monitors, uses magnetic fluid to control the driver’s movement, resulting in clearer sound. The EAH-AZ100 earbuds also […] The post Technics EAH-AZ100 Earbuds Promise Authentic Sound With N... - Qobuz and ACT Music Release Exclusive Holiday Jazz Compilation7 December 2024, 5:20 am
Qobuz, a leading high-quality music streaming platform, has partnered with renowned jazz label ACT Music to release an exclusive holiday compilation titled “Into the Holiday Groove.” The 12-track collection features a mix of established and emerging jazz artists, offering a modern and vibrant take on the holiday season. The compilation showcases the dynamic spirit of […] The post Qobuz and ACT Music Release Exclusive Holiday Jazz Compilation appeared first on HIFI Trends....
- Buchardt S400 MKii Stand Mount Speaker: Written & YouTube Review30 December 2024, 4:58 am
Watch the YouTube Review2024 has been a great year to review Stand mount speakers,. From the surprising and engaging Verify Audio Scouts, to the airy KEF R3 Meta and now a direct competitor, the Buchardt S 400 MK2. In the past few years wave guide technology has come to the forefront of speaker design with regards to the tweeter, the S400s are the most obvious example of this technology. The .76in dome tweeter, surrounded by substantial aluminum cone (for lack of better word) is the g... - Galion Audio TS A75 Amplifier: YouTube & Written Review26 December 2024, 3:44 pm
Watch the YouTube Video ReviewFor all my fandom over the latest generation of class D amplification, I’ve been searching for a true solid state AB amplifier. While I enjoyed my quite neutral Parasound A-23 amplifier, designed by John Curl, I still desired something with greater auditory and emotional impact. Well, I found it in a new product from long time Canadian audio retailer, and YouTube HOME audio promoter, Thomas Tan. Working with amplifier designers Tan has come up with a pro... - Vera-Fi Audio Snubway & Mainstream Power Conditioners: Witten & YouTube Review26 December 2024, 6:02 am
Watch the YouTube VideoHave you ever sat down to listen to a favorite album or video, and somewhere in the house someone turns on a blender, hairdryer, vacuum, even simple power supplies? While you may not hear the appliance, but depending on the item, you definitely notice a difference. Noise in the audio and video signal acts as a haze that limits our ability to enjoy the full experience of the artists. Much like smog restricts the natural saturation of a blue sky. Audiophiles at th... - Best of 2024 Awards: Written & YouTube Review26 December 2024, 6:01 am
Watch the YouTube VideoLet’s begin with the “Bang for the Buck Award” This recognition is for the product that punches above its price class and does the basics of home audio exceptionally well. There was one new product that pushed other pieces out of my reference system and totally captivated me. The mini-stand mount Vera-Fi Audio Scouts just flat-out stole my audio heart. The midrange is absolutely beguiling for just $299, while the bass frequencies avoid the slop... - WiiM Ultra Streamer/DAC/Preamplifier- YouTube & Written Review11 November 2024, 5:20 pm
Link to YouTube ReviewSpecificationsThe WiiM Ultra review unit was purchased outright by me from Crutchfield, like any other customer. I am not paid or compensated in any way for this review.The WiiM Ultra is a digital preamplifier streamer, that takes the features of its older siblings the Pro & Pro Plus, and adds in phono, subwoofer out, bass management, a 4in touchscreen, which, in reality should be considered as a backup in case your phone or tablet is being charged. The Ultra is c...
- PS Audio PowerPlant 15 and 208 January 2025, 9:19 am
The inspiration for writing a review sometimes stems from a personal desire to investigate something. This is the case here, but I must add that my situation is far from unique. I suspect the lessons I learned will apply to many systems.... - Wattson Audio Madison and Madison LE24 December 2024, 4:50 pm
The Wattson Audio Madison and Madison LE are compact streaming DACs supporting Roon/UPnP/Airplay/Qobuz Connect/Tidal Connect with Leedh volume control and a great built-in headphone amplifier.... - SW1X DAC III and DAC III Balanced SP22 December 2024, 11:53 am
The SW1X DAC III is available in three base versions, which can be further distinguished into special derivative versions. In this review, I'll compare two DAC III versions: the DAC III and the DAC III Balanced SP (Special Edition).... - JPLAY Introduces Seamless HQPlayer Integration and Enhanced Music Discovery Features21 December 2024, 7:49 pm
JPLAY, the premier software for audiophiles seeking ultimate sound quality, has released a new version of its music playback application, introducing groundbreaking features to elevate the listening experience even further.... - Main System 15 – November 20245 December 2024, 3:25 pm
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- A New Way to Evaluate Audio Systems22 October 2024, 7:16 pm
Dedicated music lovers would like to identify and use the best quality audio equipment. That way they could, potentially, have a richer musical experience. Yet, as Norwitz and Qvortrup identify in Are You On The Road To... Audio Hell?,” none of the methods frequently used to evaluate systems, measurements and specifications, blind tests, double-blind tests, boogie factors, or comparisons to real music, have been definitive. The post A New Way to Evaluate Audio Systems appeared first on Res... - A Visit to Audio Note UK8 October 2024, 7:49 pm
I was being hosted for two weeks at the Audio Note factory and was charged with a variety of tasks from documenting the hub of the company, situated in the picturesque country hamlet of Hove, to interviewing the proprietors of several small studios and mastering companies namely Gearbox Records and The Electric Recording Co. The post A Visit to Audio Note UK appeared first on Resistor Magazine |.... - The Stooges Fun House an Electric Recording Co. Release27 September 2024, 6:32 pm
Fun House is the second studio album released by The Stooges and continued the band’s growl-heavy, proto-punk sonic assault introduced on their first LP, 1969’’s The Stooges and continued on their subsequent 1973 outing Raw Power. The post The Stooges Fun House an Electric Recording Co. Release appeared first on Resistor Magazine |.... - Tour of Gearbox Records23 September 2024, 5:57 pm
Gearbox Records opened in 2009 and has locations in King’s Cross London and Tokyo. The company focuses mainly on jazz, electronic and folk releases and got its start as a means for Sheinman to produce records the way he wanted to. The post Tour of Gearbox Records appeared first on Resistor Magazine |.... - The Troubadour in the Age of Musical Superstars15 September 2024, 8:01 pm
The troubadour sharing musical messages in small and intimate settings seems an anathema to blockbuster songs by superstars. They have so many views, and so many fans, that the number only makes wildly abstract sense, how many stadiums filled with people could such a number even be? Like popping a young boy’s soap bubbles, it is perhaps too easy to point out that many songs that garner huge interest are superficial, shallow, sham show tunes. The post The Troubadour in the Age of Musical Su...
- If you pay attention to current events, this week is a big week20 January 2025, 2:32 pm
For me and my interests, there is no new record I’ve been looking forward to more than FKA twigs’ Eusexua which arrives this Friday through Young and Atlantic Records. From Tahliah Debrett Barnett’s first EP1 in 2012 I figured we were in for something different, [...]... - David Lynch: An Appreciation18 January 2025, 11:00 am
“Hero” is a word that rarely comes to mind. In many ways I don’t even like it, the word, but when thinking about David Lynch on the day he died, it’s one of the words that first came to mind. Just kind of bubbled up. [...]... - Album of the Week: David Lynch | Crazy Clown Time17 January 2025, 10:00 am
When it comes to death, I’d like to think I’m more Irish than Italian. Which is to say a celebration of life makes much more sense. Let’s revel in some Crazy Clown Time Lynchian blues which seems as topical today as it did in 2011. [...]... - Review: Canton Reference 2 Floorstanding Speakers16 January 2025, 11:00 am
Do you remember that famous photo of Picasso drawing with light in air? From the Light Drawings? Here, I’ll remind you: Sometimes that’s exactly what it feels like when trying to describe the sound of a loudspeaker, especially so if we then imagine what that [...]... - #NewMusicFriday: January 10, 202510 January 2025, 3:37 pm
After bemoaning last Friday’s dearth of notable new releases, I was pleasantly surprised when Bad Bunny released his latest album, Debí Tirar Más Fotos, on Sunday, the 6th — just in time for Three Kings Day, a holiday enthusiastically celebrated throughout Bad Bunny’s home island [...]...
- Hifiman EF500 Review20 January 2025, 10:30 pm
In this two-page article, we review the $459 USD Hifiman EF500 Desktop DAC/AMP. Disclaimer: Hifiman sent us the EF500 for this review, free... The post Hifiman EF500 Review appeared first on https://www.headfonia.com/... - Hifiman Arya Unveiled Review18 January 2025, 10:30 pm
In this review, we check out the all-new HIFIMAN Arya Unveiled. Their latest fully open back planar magnetic headphone, selling for $1,449 USD. ... The post Hifiman Arya Unveiled Review appeared first on https://www.headfonia.com/... - Toxic Cables Hornet Review17 January 2025, 10:30 pm
Today, we review the latest IEM cable by Toxic Cables, the Hornet. It’s a 22AWG Graphene plated Copper cable selling for £285 GBP. ... The post Toxic Cables Hornet Review appeared first on https://www.headfonia.com/... - Fiio JM21 Review15 January 2025, 10:22 pm
In this article we review the latest DAP from the Chinese brand, the FiiO JM21, priced at just $199 USD. Disclaimer: the FiiO... The post Fiio JM21 Review appeared first on https://www.headfonia.com/... - 2025 Reader voted Best Gear polls – Open!13 January 2025, 10:30 pm
In this article we officially open the polls and voting for the 2025 Reader voted Best Gear awards. As announced in last year’s... The post 2025 Reader voted Best Gear polls – Open! appeared first on https://www.headfonia.com/...
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