May | 2014 | Audiophilepure

SPL phonitor 2 Headphone Amp review

May 8, 2014 Comments Off on SPL phonitor 2 Headphone Amp review

“For pure listening enjoyment your mileage may vary though. Switching from straight headphone out to the matrix reduces bass impact and overall definition.”

ROCKPORT TECHNOLOGIES ATRIA LOUDSPEAKER REVIEW

May 8, 2014 Comments Off on ROCKPORT TECHNOLOGIES ATRIA LOUDSPEAKER REVIEW

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“In a live classical performance, the conductor, through gestures to a particular section, often visually cues the audience as to where the theme currently resides”

HifiMan HM-901 Digital Audio Player Walkthrough Video

May 8, 2014 Comments Off on HifiMan HM-901 Digital Audio Player Walkthrough Video

Pro-Ject Elemental Review Turntable

May 8, 2014 Comments Off on Pro-Ject Elemental Review Turntable

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“Bolero also reveals that the deck isn’t easily fazed, the music sounding composed even when things get busy”

HiFiMan HE 560 First Impressions Review

May 7, 2014 Comments Off on HiFiMan HE 560 First Impressions Review

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“It’s tough to know what’s snake oil and what’s superb in the world of high-end audio, and sifting through it all is a tough job. However, the HiFiMan HE 560 was the belle of the ball at 2014 International CES—and it’s not hard to see why. Slick design, compatibility with lower-power systems, and high-end appeal make these headphones sure to turn heads.”

Questyle CMA800R Current Mode Headphone Amp Review

May 7, 2014 Comments Off on Questyle CMA800R Current Mode Headphone Amp Review

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“Paired with the CMA800r it is smooth in the extreme but the bass is what comes to the fore with this pairing. It is fast, tight but also extends very well indeed. That lack of bloat and boom allows the PM-1 mids to shine. This is a match made for modern genres”

Empirical Audio Overdrive SE USB DAC/Pre Review

May 7, 2014 Comments Off on Empirical Audio Overdrive SE USB DAC/Pre Review

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“I began my evaluation of the Final Drive by listening to the Overdrive SE connected with balanced cables directly to my Ayre MX-R amps. While the sound was good, I preferred the result obtained when listening to the Overdrive SE through my preamp. ”

ABYSS AB-1266 PLANAR-MAGNETIC HEADPHONES REVIEW

May 7, 2014 Comments Off on ABYSS AB-1266 PLANAR-MAGNETIC HEADPHONES REVIEW

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“By contrast, the Abyss seems no less detailed than the Stax, yet it is arguably the more neutral and thus more chameleon-like performer. What is the “sound” of the Abyss? Well, if you spend enough time listening through these ’phones you may conclude that their sound is neither more nor less than an amazingly accurate mirror of the sound of the recordings in play”