Burson Audio AB-160 RCA Audio Buffer Stage

Chris Martens has posted a review of the Burson Audio AB-160 RCA Audio Buffer Stage ($549) at Playback Magazine. His conclusions:

Consider this audio buffer if: you would enjoy a product that, in simple terms, makes good components sound even better. While the magnitude of the improvements wrought by the audio buffer may be relatively small, the collective impact of the sonic changes is not—especially for those who are chasing that elusive top five percent of improvement.

Look further if: you feel you might be ahead of the game to step up to higher level core components rather than investing in a “helper component” such as the AB-160. But weigh costs and benefits carefully; you may find the AB-160 gives precisely the kinds of improvements that matter most to audiophiles, and for a reasonable price.

Bottom Line: The Burson Audio AB-160 is a well conceived and well made add-on product that, exactly as advertised, unlocks higher levels of inner detail, transient clarity, and dynamic expression. For those who care about the fine points of sound reproduction, the AB-160 will be a worthwhile investment.

You can read the full review here.