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The Sound of One Hand Clapping
Jonathan Valin articulates that there are three types of audiophiles: 1) those who are...
AXPONA 2015 Coverage
My overall impression of the show was excellent. AXPONA has made tremendous progress in...
DALI Rubicon 6 Loudspeaker Review
Introduction I first ran across DALI loudspeakers at RMAF 2010, and was so impressed...
Exogal Audio Comet DAC Review
Introduction You can’t swing a dead cat at an audio show without hitting a...
Aluminous Audio Loudspeaker System Review
In 2001, Krell introduced the LAT-1, a monitor loudspeaker in an all aluminum enclosure....
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PS Audio PerfectWave Debuts DirectStream Junior DAC
Pure DSD Done Right Introducing DirectStream Junior, a world class DAC based on the architecture of the Stereophile and Absolute Sound’s Product Of The Year, DirectStream. Hand-written, discrete, perfection based conversion that uncovers all the missing information hiding in your digital audio media for all these years. CD’s, downloads, high-resolution PCM or DSD based...
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Sonic Studio Releases Amarra for TIDAL 2.1
And now…the moment you’ve all been waiting for: we’re thrilled to announce the release of Amarra for TIDAL 2.1! This highly anticipated release offers some exceptional advantages, including: • iOS Remote • Updated UI • Support for upcoming MQA streaming Now you can control playback, EQ, and volume - all from the comfort of...
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Arcam FMJ A29 Integrated Amplifier
Lim Juan has posted a review of the Arcam FMJ A29 integrated amplifier (£995) at audiofi.net. His conclusions: “Compact and powerful with a clean and expansive sound, the FMJ A29 will please its owner with long-term musical satisfaction. For those looking for a traditional “analogue” amplifier with emphasis on sound quality over frills, the...
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GamuT Di150 Limited Edition Integrated Amplifier
Henry Wilkenson has posted a review of the GamuT Di150 Limited Edition integrated amplifier ($13,000) at Audiophilia. His conclusions: “The GamuT Di150 is an excellent product whose sonic performance made the time that I spent with it a real pleasure. For anyone looking for a very high end pre/power amp combination in this price...
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Acoustic Signature WOW XL Turntable with TA-1000 Tonearm
Canada Hi-Fi has posted a review of the Acoustic Signature WOW XL turntable ($3490) with TA-1000 tonearm ($2190). His conclusions: “The Acoustic Signature WOW XL with the TA-1000 arm and London Gold cartridge was a tantalizing combination. If I had to find a fault, I would say there was some uppermost air and space...
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Conrad-Johnson MF2275 SE Power Amplifier
Rob Johnson has posted a review of the Conrad-Johnson MF2275 SE power amplifier ($3850) at TONEAudio. His conclusions: “It’s refreshing to enjoy a product that brings marvelous performance, and a high pedigree, within the aspirational financial reach of most audiophiles. To my ears, the marvel of this amp resides in its subtlety, naturalness, and...
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Klipsch X6i and X12i In-Ear Monitors
Kevin Heine has posted a review of the Klipsch X6i ($179) and X12i ($349) in-ear monitors at Headphone Guru. His conclusions: “The soundstage on the X12i was exceptional, one of the best I have heard coming from an in-ear monitorIn closing, the Klipsch X6i and X12i are excellent headphones, both offering exceptional performance and...
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Oppo Digital BDP-105D Darbee Edition Blu-ray/SACD Player
Robert Dean has posted a review of the Oppo Digital BDP-105D Darbee Edition Blu-ray/SACD player ($13000 at Dagogo. His conclusions: “f you are short on funds to buy a decent CD player and a stereo preamp/processor, then get the Oppo for hundreds of not thousands less and get a unit that equals or exceeds...
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Paradigm Prestige 2000SW Subwoofer
Brent Butterworth has posted a review of the Paradigm Prestige 2000SW subwoofer ($3999) at HomeTheaterReview. His conclusions: “At $3,999, the Paradigm Prestige 2000SW subwoofer carries a premium pricetag, but it offers three advantages that many, if not most, high-end subs do not. First, its output is competitive with that of many of the best...
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Ayon CD-3sx CD Player
Marcin Olszewski has posted a review of the Ayon CD-3sx () at Sound Rebels. His conclusions: “The Ayon CD-3sx is on the top of the list of the conventional CD players of the manufacturer from Gratkorn. It is a device not only sonically brilliant, but also complete ergonomically – it can become the heart...
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Mojo Audio Lucent CFC and SE, and Fusion Audio Romance IC 2 Interconnects
Stereo Times has posted a review of the Mojo Audio Lucent CFC ($700) and SE ($1100), and Fusion Audio Romance IC 2 interconnects ($1600). His conclusions: “Which you may prefer is likely a function of what your system sounded like before inserting the cable, and your personal preferences. I felt the Mojo CFC were...
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Vivitek H9090 LED/DLP Projector
Chris Eberle has posted a review of the Vivitek H9090 LED/DLP projector ($9999) at Secrets of Home Theater and High Fidelity. His conclusions: “For now however, the Vivitek H9090 is the brightest and sharpest LED/DLP projector I’ve reviewed so far. At this level of quality, I consider its price to be appropriate. If you...
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Schiit Yggdrasil DAC
Paddy Carroll has posted a review of the Schiit Yggdrasil DAC ($2399) at Headphone Guru. His conclusions: “The Yggdrasil sets a new benchmark in price for performance. I believe that it is the best DAC on the market for the money. It may well be the best DAC under 5000 dollars! I spent nearly...
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Simaudio Evolution 850P Preamplifier
Jeff Fritz has posted a review of the Simaudio Evolution 850P preamplifier ($30,000) at SoundStage! Ultra. His conclusions: “n fact, some finer points of its sound quality are without peer: It delivered a huge soundstage in my system, with many recordings making my room seem larger than it actually is; it was utterly transparent,...
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Entotem Plato Music Server
Jason Kennedy has posted a review of the Entotem Plato music server (£3600) at Hi-Fi+. His conclusions: “The sheer flexibility of Plato is remarkable and its use of the Android platform genuinely ground breaking in the audio field. Plato is also a growing force in TVs along with Sony and others, and there is...
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Audible Illusions L3A Line Preamplifier
Dick Olsher has posted a review of the Audible Illusions L3A line preamplifier ($3995) at The Absolute Sound. His conclusions: “The L3A line preamp distills the best attributes of modern tube sound: swift transients, a detailed presentation, and natural yet non-euphonic textures. It is its insistence on the sonic truth that defines it as...
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Sonic Unity Encore mDSD Portable DAC
Marcusdhas posted a review of the Sonic Unity Encore mDSD DAC ($99) at Headfonics. His conclusions: “If you are in the marketplace for a quick audio upgrade on your PC or mobile phone sound then get the D3 instead of the mDSD. The mDSD is anything but ‘quick’, it’s too good to be defined...
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Roon 1.1 Computer Audio Playback Software
Vade Forrester has posted a review of the Roon 1.1 computer audio playback software ($119/year, $449 lifetime) at The Absolute Sound. His conclusions: “If you would like to get into computer audio music playback but have found the software unappealing or challenging, give Roon a try. You may find Roon’s simple, massively informative interface...
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Optoma NuForce DAC80 DAC and STA120 Power Amplifier
Alan Sircom has posted a review of the Optoma NuForce DAC80 DAC (£500) and STA120 power amplifier (£500) at Hi-Fi+. His conclusions: “However, not so many years ahead of the game, and the DAC80 especially looks outclassed on paper by similarly priced DACs with DSD replay, headphone amps, Ethernet connections and more. All this...
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Sonus Faber Pryma 01 Headphones
Alan Sircom has posted a review of the Sonus Faber Pryma 01 headphones (£380) at Hi-Fi+. His conclusions: “The Pryma have been my headphones of choice since the box turned up because they sound good and look great. Highly recommended for anyone who wants more than just good sound on the move!” You can...
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Kronos Sparta Turntable
Greg Weaver has posted a review of the Kronos Sparta turntable ($21,500) at The Absolute Sound. His conclusions: “Honestly, once seeing and understanding it, as forthright and fundamentally simple as the idea is, it seems almost shocking that someone didn’t think of and apply this principle sooner. It is a game-changer.” You can read...
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Viva Audio Egoista 2A3 Headphone Amplifier
Scot Hull has posted a review of the Viva Audio Egoista 2A3 headphone amplifier ($7500) at Part-Time Audiophile. His conclusions: “I wish this stuff was cheaper. But just because I can’t afford it doesn’t mean it’s not worth it’s asking price. If I could afford it — both in terms of sheer cost, and...
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Wywires Exogal Comet DAC Power Umbilical Cord
Doug Schroeder has posted a review of the Wywires Exogal Comet DAC power umbilical cord ($199) at Dagogo. His conclusions: “I discussed in the review of the Comet how critical the USB cable from the file server was to the outcome. Similarly, the WyWires Exogal Umbilical improves the cleanness and refinement of an already...
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Red Dragon Audio S500 Stereo Amplifier
Bob Barrett has posted a review of the Red Dragon Audio S500 stereo amplifier ($1999) at Home Theater Review. His conclusions: “The Red Dragon S500 stereo amplifier is not only a serious contender at its price point, it can hold its own against amplifiers costing considerably more. If you have loudspeakers that are somewhat...
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Jeff Rowland Design Group Model 825 Stereo Amplifier
Marc Mickelson has posted a review of the Jeff Rowland Design Group Model 825 stereo amplifier ($32,000) at The Audio Beat. His conclusions: “So, no, the Model 825 doesn’t have the sonic profile of so much solid state, but it doesn’t really sound like tubes either. It is its own thing, and that thing...
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