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  • newAudio-GD Vacuum HE1 XLR line preamplifier

    Audio-GD Vacuum HE1 XLR line preamplifier

    In red letters on the first page of Chinese audio manufacturer Audio-GD's website are these words: Wisdom in mind, enthusiasm at heart.I like this goodwill greeting because it sets a mindful tone. I presume that sentiment was issued by one Mr. He Q…
    - 1 day ago, 29 Sep 23, 12:00am -
  • JBL 4329P active loudspeaker

    JBL 4329P active loudspeaker

    Hi-fi is at a crossroads. One road takes us toward modernized versions of the gear we grew up with, stuff that has been around since the 1950s. The other road faces the future. While sometimes accommodating physical media, including vinyl records, th…
    - 2 days ago, 28 Sep 23, 12:00am -
  • Brilliant Corners #7: Dual-Mono Manley Mahi Amplifiers

    Brilliant Corners #7: Dual-Mono Manley Mahi Amplifiers

    Writing a regular column can be a funny thing; the repetition it requires brings up questions that grow increasingly urgent. Chief among them: What are we doing here, and what is this for? For all the handwringing about story-telling and prose style,…
    - 3 days ago, 27 Sep 23, 12:00am -
  • (Re)imagining a Brahms piano quintet—without piano
    Brahms first scored what was to become his Quintet in F minor, Op.34, for piano, two violins, viola, and cello for two violins, one viola, and two cellos—no piano. The scoring and perhaps the music was inspired by Schubert's similarly piano-less…
    - 4 days ago, 26 Sep 23, 12:00am -
  • Ayre Acoustics VX-8 power amplifier

    Ayre Acoustics VX-8 power amplifier

    Can an audio brand maintain a "house sound" if the original creator of that sound is no longer among the living? If the brand in question is Ayre Acoustics, the answer is a resounding Yes.When Ayre founder Charley Hansen passed in late 2017, Ariel…
    - 8 days ago, 22 Sep 23, 12:00am -

AudioStream.com

  • newAudio-GD Vacuum HE1 XLR line preamplifier

    Audio-GD Vacuum HE1 XLR line preamplifier

    In red letters on the first page of Chinese audio manufacturer Audio-GD's website are these words: Wisdom in mind, enthusiasm at heart.I like this goodwill greeting because it sets a mindful tone. I presume that sentiment was issued by one Mr. He Q…
    - 1 day ago, 29 Sep 23, 12:00am -
  • JBL 4329P active loudspeaker

    JBL 4329P active loudspeaker

    Hi-fi is at a crossroads. One road takes us toward modernized versions of the gear we grew up with, stuff that has been around since the 1950s. The other road faces the future. While sometimes accommodating physical media, including vinyl records, th…
    - 2 days ago, 28 Sep 23, 12:00am -
  • Brilliant Corners #7: Dual-Mono Manley Mahi Amplifiers

    Brilliant Corners #7: Dual-Mono Manley Mahi Amplifiers

    Writing a regular column can be a funny thing; the repetition it requires brings up questions that grow increasingly urgent. Chief among them: What are we doing here, and what is this for? For all the handwringing about story-telling and prose style,…
    - 3 days ago, 27 Sep 23, 12:00am -
  • (Re)imagining a Brahms piano quintet—without piano
    Brahms first scored what was to become his Quintet in F minor, Op.34, for piano, two violins, viola, and cello for two violins, one viola, and two cellos—no piano. The scoring and perhaps the music was inspired by Schubert's similarly piano-less…
    - 4 days ago, 26 Sep 23, 12:00am -
  • Ayre Acoustics VX-8 power amplifier

    Ayre Acoustics VX-8 power amplifier

    Can an audio brand maintain a "house sound" if the original creator of that sound is no longer among the living? If the brand in question is Ayre Acoustics, the answer is a resounding Yes.When Ayre founder Charley Hansen passed in late 2017, Ariel…
    - 8 days ago, 22 Sep 23, 12:00am -

Computer Audiophile

  • newMusic - Ultimate Guide To High End Immersive Audio

    Music - Ultimate Guide To High End Immersive Audio

              Audio: Listen to this article.   Welcome to the music chapter of the Ultimate Guide To High End Immersive Audio. The main table of contents can be viewed here. Defining Imm…
    - 24 hours ago, 29 Sep 23, 8:14am -
  • newUltimate Guide To High End Immersive Audio

    Ultimate Guide To High End Immersive Audio

              Audio: Listen to this article.   Welcome to the ultimate guide to high end immersive audio. This guide has several chapters, each containing information about a specific topic. Addition…
    - 1 day ago, 29 Sep 23, 7:48am -
  • Give Me More Tidal Max

    Give Me More Tidal Max

              Audio: Listen to this article.   What's this? What's this?There's color everywhereWhat's this? There's white things in the airWhat's this? I can't believe my eyesI must be dream…
    - 4 days ago, 26 Sep 23, 7:22am -
  • High Resolution Concert Downloads, and More

    High Resolution Concert Downloads, and More

              Audio: Listen to this article.  Hey Guys, I'd planned on publishing a definitive immersive audio article this week, but the more I wrote, the more I struggled to organize the information in a…
    - 8 days ago, 22 Sep 23, 7:20am -
  • Recovering 20,000 Albums From A NAS Failure Without Backup

    Recovering 20,000 Albums From A NAS Failure Without Backup

              Audio: Listen to this article.  As The Computer Audiophile I often get contacted by audiophiles in a technological pinch. This was the case over the weekend, and I've been working to resolv…
    - 15 days ago, 15 Sep 23, 9:23am -

AudioCircle Updates

Head-Fi Updates

TONEAudio Magazine

  • REL Classic 98 Subwoofer

    REL Classic 98 Subwoofer

    REL has achieved a well-deserved reputation for making some of the (if not the) world’s highest performing subwoofers. Whether you have a single, pair or a six-pack, you can count on REL to deliver solid, defined bass response with prodigious outpu…
    - 23 days ago, 7 Sep 23, 6:13pm -
  • The REL Classic 98 Subwoofer

    The REL Classic 98 Subwoofer

    It may look retro, but rest assured the new Classic 98 from REL delivers the goods. This is a unique sonic tool, geared more towards listeners that enjoy vintage/classic speakers, with a slightly warmer low-frequency response, or perhaps a British mo…
    - 23 days ago, 6 Sep 23, 11:58pm -
  • YG Acoustics Cairn Speakers

    YG Acoustics Cairn Speakers

    Listening to the expansive sound field created by the tiny YG Cairns, with a pair of 8-foot tall electrostatic speakers in the background is really impressive, but not surprising. The opening of Tears For Fears “Woman in Chains” is big and broad…
    - 25 days ago, 4 Sep 23, 9:03pm -
  • Welcome to Distilled!
    Hello and welcome to our new section – Distilled. We are not abandoning our standard reviews, but for those of you that would like a little more than the canned press releases everyone else is posting, but not sure if you want to make the time inve…
    - 27 days ago, 3 Sep 23, 8:40am -
  • The Peak Consult Sinfonia Speakers

    The Peak Consult Sinfonia Speakers

    Listening to Kraftwerk’s “Boing Boom Tschak” through the Peak Consult Sinfonias has so much information in all three dimensions, it’s almost psychedelic. Tracking all the way through the Techno Pop album is almost too much fun. The sonic fiel…
    - 27 days ago, 2 Sep 23, 10:03pm -

Part Time Audiophile

  • newTwo GoldenEar Subwoofers | REVIEW
    What am I doing reviewing two GoldenEar subwoofers, the $900 ForceField 30 and the $1,750 SuperSub X? I’ve never been known as a subwoofer audiophile, even though I may be known as a two-way monitor [...]
    - 7 hours ago, 30 Sep 23, 1:00am -
  • newNew Life Audio and VSA Event | Announcements
    For all you Von Schweikert Audio fans in New York City, here’s a very special event just for you. VSA will be co-hosting an open house to celebrate their new partnership with New Life Audio, [...]
    - 1 day ago, 29 Sep 23, 7:00am -
  • newAlma Audio East and YG Event | Announcements
    Alma Audio, the San Diego area high-end audio dealer, is celebrating the opening of Alma Audio East in Sterling VA, in the DC Metro area. Our own editor-in-chief, Marc Phillips, will be attending the event [...]
    - 1 day ago, 29 Sep 23, 1:00am -
  • Vanessa Racci, Jazzy Italian | The Vinyl Anachronist
    During the five or more years I’ve covered contemporary jazz releases, I’ve often lamented–to mostly myself–that so many album titles were, well…basic. It’s almost a tradition in jazz, to name albums in very obvious ways [...]
    - 2 days ago, 28 Sep 23, 1:00am -
  • SSV Assumes US Representation of Audiovector | Announcements
    Part-Time Audiophile is pleased to announce that Specialty Sound and Vision (SSV), headed by Anthony Chiarella, now represents the Danish speaker manufacturer Audiovector. We reviewed the Audiovector R6 Arrete a couple of years ago and [...]
    - 4 days ago, 26 Sep 23, 9:41am -

Audiophilia

  • These Are The Good Old Days—The Carly Simon And Jac Holzman Story—Rhino Records vinyl

    These Are The Good Old Days—The Carly Simon And Jac Holzman Story—Rhino Records vinyl

    From a young age, Carly Simon has been a favourite singer-songwriter of mine. The first time I heard her beautiful voice was on the title track for the famous James Bond movie The Spy Who Loved Me where she sings “Nobody Does It Better.” I was…
    - 3 days ago, 27 Sep 23, 7:18am -
  • Craft Small Batch Recordings—Brilliant Corners: Thelonious Monk 180g vinyl 33RPM reissue

    Craft Small Batch Recordings—Brilliant Corners: Thelonious Monk 180g vinyl 33RPM reissue

    If you’re going to be in the analogue vinyl AAA reissue business these days, you better bring your A game. Chesky Records began in the mid-80s, with Classic Records continuing the great work in the ‘90s producing superb 180g or 200g reissues from…
    - 4 days ago, 26 Sep 23, 9:03am -
  • Audiophilia Dream List ©

    Audiophilia Dream List ©

    UPDATED SEPTEMBER 23, 2023.This list will be updated regularly. The latest additions appear at the top. When the following update appears, the previous update selections will be placed in genre sections in order for easier viewing. Welcome to the Aud…
    - 7 days ago, 23 Sep 23, 9:30am -
  • FERENC FRICSAY—Complete Recordings on Deutsche Grammophon

    FERENC FRICSAY—Complete Recordings on Deutsche Grammophon

    To die young is often an invitation to wider fame by those who follow and appreciate talent. Musicians have applauded the memory of Ferenc Fricsay for over six decades since his tragic death from cancer aged 48 in 1963.His Hungarian contemporaries su…
    - 12 days ago, 18 Sep 23, 3:16am -
  • Infigo Audio Method 6 Class A Stereo Power Amplifier

    Infigo Audio Method 6 Class A Stereo Power Amplifier

    I was first introduced to Infigo Audio (based in BC, Canada; Infigo means “impressive” in Latin) by hearing their Method 3 Class A monoblocks ($55,000/pair) at the home of Mike Levy (CEO/Founder of Alta Audio). Beautiful and unusual looking, they…
    - 15 days ago, 15 Sep 23, 3:24am -

Enjoy The Music

  • We're Live @ The Florida International Audio Expo 2023

    We're Live @ The Florida International Audio Expo 2023

    As I post this it is February 18th (Saturday), and so the Florida International Audio Expo is still happening. Our staff or writers felt you'd enjoy some exciting cell phone pics and teasers. With four Enjoy the Music.com reviewers attending FLAX 20…
    - 18 Feb 23, 2:31pm -
  • TBT: Scansonic MB5 B Floorstanding Speaker Review

    TBT: Scansonic MB5 B Floorstanding Speaker Review

    A couple of months ago, EnjoyTheMusic.com head-honcho Steven Rochlin (his official title is Creative Director) emailed the writing staff inviting us to review the Scansonic MB5 B speakers. After viewing the photo of the MB5 Bs, but before reading an…
    - 16 Feb 23, 7:55am -
  • TBT: World Premiere Review! Treehaus Audiolab Phantom Of Luxury Loudspeaker

    TBT: World Premiere Review! Treehaus Audiolab Phantom Of Luxury Loudspeaker

    Tom and I had been thirsting for Capital AudioFest 2021 for a month. Being hyper-vigilant and feasting on the science about Covid made it an on-again-off-again decision. If we went for just Friday there would be fewer people and most of them would b…
    - 16 Feb 23, 7:54am -
  • Australian Hi-Fi January / February 2023

    Australian Hi-Fi January / February 2023

    Editorial: I Attended CES 2023 In Las Vegas Audio News And Hi-Fi Primer JBL Interview Cambridge Audio Alva ST Turntable Yamaha YH-5000SE Headphones EarMen CH-Amp Headphone Amplifier March Audio Sointuva WG Speakers Revival Audio Atalante 3 S…
    - 16 Feb 23, 4:27am -
  • audioXpress' March 2023 Magazine

    audioXpress' March 2023 Magazine

    Editorial: Invitation-Only Audio HistoryBurkhard Vogel's Slopes And Levels Lumped Element Modeling Of Transducers Modern PC Board Design Practices Part 2: Tips And TechniquesPower Transformer Parameters, Selection, And Testing Part 5: Losses A…
    - 15 Feb 23, 4:05am -

AudiophileReview.com

StereoNET Australia

  • newXTC Drums and Wires high res boxed set
    4 discs a must for fans original mix dvdA surround mix of the new mix extra tracks and new stereo mix of the album Why a new mix? The band have pointed out that the original mix was the wrong speed so now you…
    - 2 hours ago, 30 Sep 23, 5:37am -
  • newSennheiser HD800 Headphones
    Further Information: Up for sale are a pair of mint Sennheiser HD800 headphones, stock with no modifications other than I recently replaced the headband and earpads with OEM products. The serial number is 35XXX. I purchased these headpho…
    - 4 hours ago, 30 Sep 23, 4:23am -
  • newIntona 7055-B 5kV USB2.0 galvanic isolator - Made in Germany
    Original owner, purchased direct from Intona Germany. This is the 5kV version, which is the highest rated isolator that Intona make. See screenshot below showing my model. Price includes free shipping anywhere in Australia
    - 4 hours ago, 30 Sep 23, 4:10am -
  • newSMSL SP400 THX headphone amp - still in local warranty
    Further Information: I purchased this at Addicted To Audio in March 2023 - still heaps of local warranty remaining. Invoice provided. Full technical details here: https://www.smsl-audio.com/portal/product/detail/id/725.h…
    - 4 hours ago, 30 Sep 23, 4:09am -
  • newLenehan ML2+R MLC+R
    Further Information: (from previous post) as I have these sitting dormant in a spare room I would like these to find a new home. With much hesitation, I am listing my ML2+R and MLC+R for sale. I honestly thought that I would have these…
    - 5 hours ago, 30 Sep 23, 2:58am -

AVRev.com News

  • Darwin Cable Company Truth II Interconnect and Power Cables
    There is one thing that all high end audio components require to function as a system, and that is signal and power cables. No getting around it. Of course, there is no market segment more controversial than audiophile cabling. This is partially due…
    - 22 Mar 17, 1:45pm -
  • Audioengine HD3 Powered Speakers & DAC Review
    Multi-function powered speakers are all the rage in 2017, and no other company has been more at the forefront than Read more... (http://www.avrev.com/home-theater-loudspeakers/bookshelf-monitor-loudspeakers/audioengine-hd3-powered-speakers-dac-review…
    - 6 Feb 17, 8:02pm -
  • Burson Cable+ Active RCA Cable Review
    A lot of excellent HiFi products are designed and produced in Australia, and none more than Conductor DAC/Preamp and Timekeeper power amp combo (home-theater-power-amplifiers/stereo-amplifiers/the-burson-conductor-timekeeper-review.html) sometime ago…
    - 24 Jan 17, 9:10am -
  • Sony Details New EXTRA BASS Wireless Speaker Lineup
    Sony has detailed the latest additions to its EXTRA BASS Wireless Speaker Series. The new models include the SRS-XB40, SRS-XB30, SRS-XB20, and SRS-XB10.Read more... (http://www.avrev.com/home-theater-news/speaker-systems-news/sony-details-new-extr…
    - 24 Jan 17, 9:02am -
  • Hulu Set to Add Streaming Titles from Magnolia Pictures
    Hulu and Magnolia Pictures have announced a new output licensing agreement. As part of the deal, Hulu will receive the pay one window streaming rights to films released by the distributor.Read more... (http://www.avrev.com/home-theater-news/indust…
    - 24 Jan 17, 8:58am -

Positive-Feedback.com

  • newMerging Technologies to launch Venue Mission
    Personal mixer for musicians adds to Anubis mission offering Puidoux, Switzerland, September 2023 - Merging Technologies, a Swiss manufacturer of digital audio solutions, is thrilled to announce the much-anticipated launch of its Venue Mission softw…
    - 21 hours ago, 29 Sep 23, 11:21am -
  • newDEQX Pre-8 Early Access Beta Program
    Announcing advance orders for DEQX Flagship Gen-4 Pre-8 Our Early Access Beta release is now available!We are delighted to report DEQX 4th generation testing has exceeded performance expectations. As we recently announced, a limited number of produc…
    - 21 hours ago, 29 Sep 23, 11:18am -
  • newYamaha A-S1200 Integrated Amplifier
    "I've got a big one for ya." So said the UPS guy the day this bruiser of an integrated amp showed up. Not too long ago, it would've been considered "full-featured," and heaven knows it's certainly full-figured. Pictures don't quite do it justice. For…
    - 2 days ago, 28 Sep 23, 9:12am -
  • newCelebrating the Music of Nanci Griffith With Superb New Releases from Craft Recordings and Rounder Records
    Craft Recordings has just released Nanci Griffith: Working In Corners, a new box set which anthologizes the country-folk icon's first four, long-out-of-print catalog albums. As a companion to the box set, Rounder Records (a Craft imprint) has announc…
    - 2 days ago, 28 Sep 23, 8:26am -
  • newNetwork Acoustics Introduce the muon2 USB Cable
    Restless innovators Network Acoustics believe that there’s always a way to improve the sound of music streaming. Their latest innovation is the muon2 USB Cable, the ultimate version of the award-winning muon digital interconnect.   Designed to b…
    - 2 days ago, 28 Sep 23, 8:15am -

Digital Audio Review

  • Best DSLR Shotgun Mics

    Best DSLR Shotgun Mics

    Recording with the best DSLR Shotgun Mics on your digital camera will make your videos sound professional. After all, one of the most important aspects of a video is the sound. You can deal with grainy images, but crackles and pops will turn everyone…
    - 28 May 20, 10:45pm -
  • Best Lavalier Mics

    Best Lavalier Mics

    Using the best lavalier mic will make you sound better on stage, on a recording, and even on your video. Good lav mics don’t have to sound tinny with zero wind protection. You just have to get the right one. 🙂 Nice lavalier microphones are easy…
    - 28 May 20, 6:58pm -
  • Best Rapping Microphones

    Best Rapping Microphones

    Using the best rapping microphone to record your raps or perform live will not only make you sound better, it will also be a lot easier to use. Too many people think that any mic can be used for rapping. It’s not true. In order to get the perfect m…
    - 28 May 20, 6:18pm -
  • Best Live Vocal Microphones

    Best Live Vocal Microphones

    Using the best live vocal microphone for your band’s concert will not only make you sound better, it will also be much easier too use than a cheap mic. Too many people try to perform with junky microphones and lose fans because of it. Don’t be t…
    - 28 May 20, 2:59pm -
  • Best OmniDirectional Microphones

    Best OmniDirectional Microphones

    Recording with the best omnidirectional microphone is easy and can give you major tonal advantages without excess gain. Many people think omni directional mics aren’t great for recording or live sound and that’s just not true. Omni mics do produc…
    - 17 Feb 20, 6:31pm -