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The Absolute Sound is the world’s preeminent source of expert reviews, features, and commentary on high-performance audio and music. Since 1973, TAS has set the standard for quality audio and music journalism, helping to shape the industry and guiding audio enthusiasts and music lovers to components and recordings that faithfully reproduce the sounds one might hear in a good concert hall. The Absolute Sound is a monthly print and digital magazine, an online destination for those interested i ...
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Adrian Alexander investigates the sleek, stylish, and sonically captivating PS Audio FR10 Aspen loudspeakers. Are these for you? Newsletter: https://www.theabsolutesound.com/newsletter Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theabsolutesound Substack: https://www.theabsolutesound.substack.com Adrian's Reference Equipment: -Macintosh Mc 462 Quad Balanced…
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Newcomer Jason Methfessel reviews the Brane X Portable Audio System. With a brief note as to 'why' The Absolute Sound is paying attention to bluetooth systems, Jason investigates the impressively built Brane X. Newsletter: https://www.theabsolutesound.com/newsletter Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theabsolutesound Substack: https://www.theabsolu…
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Despite being "disturbing to the critic deep in my soul" Tom hails the Bowers & Wilkins Pi8 Earbuds as impressive, taking into account both their frequency response and subjective listening. Listen in to find out if these are for you. Newsletter: https://www.theabsolutesound.com/newsletter Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theabsolutesound Substac…
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Announcing Bluesound's NEW Node Nano Streamer/DAC. Tom shares his thoughts on this small but mighty streamer with an impressive price tag. Are you with it? Newsletter: https://www.theabsolutesound.com/newsletter Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theabsolutesound Substack: https://www.theabsolutesound.substack.com What Is The Absolute Sound? The Ab…
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Adrian Alexander enjoyed the HiFi Rose RS130 Network Transport so much, he bought it himself. Listen in to hear his thoughts. This video's sponsor: https://www.svsound.com/ https://youtu.be/pGy7Wg0qxmI?si=UIYvTN5Jg1KZP79E https://youtu.be/jAEm3jZxSbQ?si=kAT1HYE-etofaZ1R https://youtu.be/Ze8uNTG40k8?si=6IRZYF9ApaHOrRvT Newsletter: https://www.theabs…
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The Focal Hadenys are the first headphone Tom has heard below $1000 that sounds musically right and has relatively few distracting errors. Listen in to find out if these are for you! Focal Utopia Review: https://youtu.be/RZL5lUqWHbk?feature=shared Focal Bathys Review: https://youtu.be/uRstvDoorqk?feature=shared Newsletter: https://www.theabsoluteso…
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Robert Taylor reviews the gorgeous, impressive sounding Von Schweikert Endeavor SE Loudspeakers. Tune in to hear his thoughts! Robert's Reference System: -Turntable: VPI Classic Signature with the 10 inch gimbal tone arm and Nordost wiring. -Cartridge: DS Audio 003 with matching energizer. -DAC: DCS Bartok( currently out to get the Apex upgrade). -…
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With an engaging electrostatic design, accompanied by an accurate and powerful bass, Tom dubs the Mini Shangri-La's an absolute bargain for the price tag. Modhouse Review: https://youtu.be/CSlsLc-segY?si=GCYHjn8g1UAV6WJq Focal Utopia Review: https://youtu.be/RZL5lUqWHbk?si=di3Xj_NOzf6_Zk2xBy Nextscreen, LLC
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Thomas&Stereo reviews the *stellar* PS Audio StellarGold preamplifier. Tune in to learn his thoughts! Newsletter: https://www.theabsolutesound.com/newsletter Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theabsolutesound Substack: https://www.theabsolutesound.substack.com What Is The Absolute Sound? The Absolute Sound magazine has been a leading publication i…
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Aaron Jenkins reviews the exceptional sounding, unexceptionally priced Q Acoustics 5050 Loudspeaker. With a laid-back presentation, detailed dynamic contrast, at an affordable cost, is this your next loudspeaker? Newsletter: https://www.theabsolutesound.com/newsletter Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theabsolutesound Substack: https://www.theabso…
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"Merry Christmas, Happy Birthday!" Adrian Alexander invites you to enjoy an absolute gift of a product: the Laiv Harmony DAC. Listen in to hear why Adrian believes this may very well be Product of the Year. https://www.laiv.audio/harmony-dac/specs This video's sponsor: https://www.bowerswilkins.com/en-us/ Denafrips Terminator DAC Review: https://ww…
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Michael Johnson reviews the mighty and affordable Innous ZENmini Mk3 Server. Who is Michael Johnson? Michael Johnson, DMA, is an oboist and educator currently based in Los Angeles, with an in-demand performing career spread across the American southwest. Since 2019 Dr. Johnson has been the solo English Horn of the Tucson Symphony Orchestra, and als…
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Robert Taylor reviews the pricey and stylish Mola Mola Tambaqui DAC, calling attention to its rich analog-like sonic profile, its deep soundstage and more... Robert's Reference System: -Turntable: VPI Classic Signature with the 10 inch gimbal tone arm and Nordost wiring. -Cartridge: DS Audio 003 with matching energizer. -DAC: DCS Bartok( currently …
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Tom Martin goes analog with his review of the Technics SL1210GR Turntable, detailing its wide and detailed soundstage, meaty bass, and a comparison to previous Technics turntables. Listen in to learn if the Technics SL1210GR is right for you! *The turntable show around 0:30 is an SL-1100 not an SL-1200 https://youtu.be/by4-JGTVn38?si=5b6nOQc_hZdl1F…
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JBL hosted a ritzy rooftop party at Hotel Roosevelt, a class spot in the heart of Los Angeles, California. JBL announced the line of two new product lines, with over 12 products, including one of the first white AVR's on the market. We sat down with Jim Garrett to catch the why's and how's behind JBL's new Stage 2 line.…
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Adrian reviews the competitive, all-in-one Advance Paris A12 Classic Integrated Amplifier. Perhaps not as well known, Adrian insists this is a serious competitor at such a beginner-friendly purchase. Newsletter: https://www.theabsolutesound.com/newsletter Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theabsolutesound Substack: https://www.theabsolutesound.sub…
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Tom reviews the high performing, highly detailed Warwick Bravura Electrostatic headphones and their accompanying Warwick Sonoma energizer/processor. Could these be too high performance? Meze Empyrean II Review: https://youtu.be/pCpPXO7d4Rw Final D7000 Review: https://youtu.be/z2tsffELgHU Utopia Review: https://youtu.be/RZL5lUqWHbk?feature=shared Su…
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Speaking on the Tidal Contriva G3's Tom remarks, "[they] reward a listener who wants to learn. And reward a listener who values truth." Listen in to hear all of Tom's thoughts. Sponsor: https://thevoicethatis.com/ https://youtu.be/MdG8uOZP1PU?feature=shared theabsolutesound.com Newsletter: https://www.theabsolutesound.com/newsletter Facebook: https…
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Thomas&Stereo reviews the Technics SU-GX70 Network Integrated Amplifier Review Newsletter: https://www.theabsolutesound.com/newsletter Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theabsolutesound Substack: https://www.theabsolutesound.substack.com What Is The Absolute Sound? The Absolute Sound magazine has been a leading publication in high-end audio since …
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Tom reviews the warm, well-balanced Final D7000 headphones. Meze Review: https://youtu.be/pCpPXO7d4Rw Utopia Review: https://youtu.be/RZL5lUqWHbk?feature=shared Susvara Review: https://youtu.be/z9IKN5tv88g?feature=shared E3 Review: https://youtu.be/b6IBZBlfnos?feature=shared Newsletter: https://www.theabsolutesound.com/newsletter Facebook: https://…
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Tom has one word to describe his listening experience with the small but mighty KEF LSX II: “Wow”. 4 Major Problems with Bass and Subwoofers | Audio Basics https://youtu.be/L5IxPUpvCXg Tune in to learn why! Newsletter: https://www.theabsolutesound.com/newsletter Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theabsolutesound Substack: https://www.theabsoluteso…
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Turntable experts Michael Fremer, Craig Milnes (Director of Design and Engineering Wilson-Benesch), Leif Johannsen (Chief Officer Acoustics and Research, Ortofon), Mark Dohmann (Director Technical Services and Design at Dohmann Audio Pty Ltd) and J.R. Boisclair (Owner WAM Engineering / WallyTools ) in a live discussion about vinyl playback technolo…
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Tom reviews the satisfyingly balanced and detailed Meze Audio Empyrean II Headphones Lumin T3 Network Player Review: https://youtu.be/q7IYY3BEuVM?feature=shared Utopia Review: https://youtu.be/RZL5lUqWHbk?feature=shared Susvara Review: https://youtu.be/z9IKN5tv88g?feature=shared E3 Review: https://youtu.be/b6IBZBlfnos?feature=shared Newsletter: htt…
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Aaron Jenkins reviews JBL's 4239P studio monitor powered loudspeakers, their precise imaging, prominent tweeter, and smooth sonic decay. Tune in to learn more. Newsletter: https://www.theabsolutesound.com/newsletter Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theabsolutesound Substack: https://www.theabsolutesound.substack.com What Is The Absolute Sound? Th…
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Cynthia Blakenkship, AKA the @TheAudioBelle reviews the sonically impressive and wallet-friendly Ultra Evolution Titan Speakers from SVS. Tune in to learn more about these ultra-competitive speakers. About Cynthia Blankenship: Cynthia converted to audiophilism 5 years ago when she first heard a pair of Magnepan 3.3Rs playing Die Moldau from Smetana…
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Today Tom Martin reviews the Icon Audio HP8 mk II headphone amp, a tube-based headphone amp designed in England by David Shaw. Listen in to learn more! Newsletter: https://www.theabsolutesound.com/newsletter Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theabsolutesound Substack: https://www.theabsolutesound.substack.com What Is The Absolute Sound? The Absolu…
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Adrian returns with his review of the Simaudio Moon 791. 00:00-01:35 Preamplifier 01:35-03:27 Input/Outputs 03:27-5:29 Streamer 05:29-6:45 DAC 06:45-08:13 Remote 08:13-10:12 A Note On Customer Service 10:12- Conclusion Newsletter: https://www.theabsolutesound.com/newsletter Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theabsolutesound Substack: https://www.t…
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Robert Taylor returns with his review of the Acoustic Signature Double Neo X Turntable, detailing its lively sound, excellent bass, and surprising dynamics... Robert's Reference System: -Turntable: VPI Classic Signature with the 10 inch gimbal tone arm and Nordost wiring. -Cartridge: DS Audio 003 with matching energizer. -DAC: DCS Bartok( currently…
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Alan Sircom is editor-in-chief of hi-fi+, sister magazine of The Absolute Sound. Alan had access to one of the first two production units of the Burmester 111, so we asked him to do a video of his initial thoughts shortly after putting the review sample in his reference system. The Burmester 111 mk II is priced at $55,000 in the U.S. Newsletter: ht…
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Aaonr Jenkins returns with his review of the Rogue Audio Cronus "Dark" Integrated Amplifier. Aaron talks embracing the emotional, liquid-smooth sound of the Cronus Dark, while highighting its innate visceral nature. Sponsored by: https://www.bowerswilkins.com/en-us/category/loudspeakers/700-series-signature/ NAD C389 Review: https://youtu.be/Hkros0…
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Tom reviews the artistic and scientific planar Modhouse Tungsten Push-Pull Planar headphones. He compares and contrasts the Tungstens to the Dan Clark E3's, details their impressive frequency balance, and more. Lumin T3 Network Player Review: https://youtu.be/q7IYY3BEuVM?feature=shared Utopia Review: https://youtu.be/RZL5lUqWHbk?feature=shared Susv…
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Thomas Tan returns with his review of the Rethm Trishna loudspeakers. Despite his aversion to single driver speakers, the Trishnas have left Thomas thoroughly impresssed. Listen in to learn more! Learn more about Rethm and their line of loudspeakers from owner and designer Jacob George (from 2023's AXPONA): https://youtu.be/7_hDr61guV0?feature=shar…
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This week, Tom Martin reviews the impressive, planar magnetic Dan Clark E3 headphones. Newsletter: https://www.theabsolutesound.com/newsletter Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theabsolutesound Substack: https://www.theabsolutesound.substack.com What Is The Absolute Sound? The Absolute Sound magazine has been a leading publication in high-end audi…
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Michael Johnson returns with another turntable review. This time, he’s unpacking the Michell Gyro SE, a turntable with a design as unique as its aesthetic. He will put this suspended design, in production in one form or another for 40 years, through its paces in a hotly contested price bracket. Hana Umami Red Review: https://www.theabsolutesound.co…
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Tom talks the Audiovector QR 5 SE. Impressed by its modest price tag, refined imaging, and balanced response, Tom shares his high praises. BHK Review: https://youtu.be/-tX3gprOt14?feature=shared Hegel 190v Review: https://youtu.be/AKC9hNqsRTY?feature=shared Reference 6 Preamp Review: https://youtu.be/kQn0CUBiWqA?feature=shared Some Notes from Tom's…
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From Fremer: Analogue Productions' "Gaucho" UHQR is out and even with all of YouTube's digital compression you can hear the goodness on this transcription of "Babylon Sisters" accomplished using the Wilson-Benesch GMT One turntable, W-B cartridge and CH Precision P10 phono preamplifier. The full review has been published on the Tracking Angle websi…
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Tom Martin reviews the Focal Utopia headphones, their warm upper bass, sweet treble and compares/contrasts them to the Susvaras, Liric. Tune in to learn more! Newsletter: https://www.theabsolutesound.com/newsletter Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theabsolutesound Substack: https://www.theabsolutesound.substack.com What Is The Absolute Sound? The…
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Richard Drutman returns with his review of the AGD THE AUDION MkIII Monoblock, which he compares and contrasts with the BHK monoblock amplifiers. Watch our separate review of the BHK's here: https://youtu.be/-tX3gprOt14?si=wWM0HKHjP9MdBPhB Newsletter: https://www.theabsolutesound.com/newsletter Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theabsolutesound Su…
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Tom had the chance to preview and listen to a new Magnepan open architecture concept speaker. Linkwitz Review: https://youtu.be/7vF2r9PQ28o?feature=shared BACCH4Mac Review: https://youtu.be/TxI6wf5TYTU?feature=shared Newsletter: https://www.theabsolutesound.com/newsletter Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theabsolutesound Substack: https://www.the…
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Robert Taylor returns with a review of the compelling Diptyque 107 Loudspeakers. He breaks dow the DP 107 into its highs, midrange, and bass. Tune in to learn more! Robert's Reference System: -Turntable: VPI Classic Signature with the 10 inch gimbal tone arm and Nordost wiring. -Cartridge: DS Audio 003 with matching energizer. -DAC: DCS Bartok( cur…
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Chris Martens returns from his review of the T+A 200 HA headphone amplifier with the T+A Solitaire P. He talks their dynamism, transparent and neutral sound, and who exactly these headphones are made for. Newsletter: https://www.theabsolutesound.com/newsletter Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theabsolutesound Substack: https://www.theabsolutesoun…
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Adrian is joined by pro audio engineer and Randy's Records employee Sam Franey to discuss and review their experience with the AnalogMagik V2 Cartridge Setup Software. Newsletter: https://www.theabsolutesound.com/newsletter Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theabsolutesound Substack: https://www.theabsolutesound.substack.com Adrian's Reference Equ…
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Tom Martin reviews the second edition of Meze's Liric two-way planar headphones. Susvara Review: https://youtu.be/z9IKN5tv88g?feature=shared Newsletter: https://www.theabsolutesound.com/newsletter Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theabsolutesound Substack: https://www.theabsolutesound.substack.com What Is The Absolute Sound? The Absolute Sound ma…
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Tom Martin dusts off a few old records to review the Record Doctor X Record Cleaning Machine... Newsletter: https://www.theabsolutesound.com/newsletter Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theabsolutesound Substack: https://www.theabsolutesound.substack.com What Is The Absolute Sound? The Absolute Sound magazine has been a leading publication in high…
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Chris Martens returns with his review of the T+A HA 200 Headphone Amplifier, its special dynamism, variable filters, and aggressive move toward the state-of-the-art. Newsletter: https://www.theabsolutesound.com/newsletter Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theabsolutesound Substack: https://www.theabsolutesound.substack.com What Is The Absolute Sou…
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Robert Taylor returns with his review of the dCS Bartok Apex streaming DAC. Robert Harley on dCS Ring: https://www.theabsolutesound.com/articles/robert-harley-explains-the-dcs-ring-dac/ Tom Martin on dCS Ring: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Iqn1oCLG_G0 Newsletter: https://www.theabsolutesound.com/newsletter Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theab…
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Tom Martin reviews the closed-back wired FOCAL Celestee headphones. Bathys Headphones Review: https://youtu.be/uRstvDoorqk?feature=shared Newsletter: https://www.theabsolutesound.com/newsletter Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theabsolutesound Substack: https://www.theabsolutesound.substack.com What Is The Absolute Sound? The Absolute Sound magaz…
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