Technics SL-1200GR2 and SL-1210GR2 Debuts | $2,199 Announcements
September 23, 2023 Comments Off on Technics SL-1200GR2 and SL-1210GR2 Debuts | $2,199 Announcements
Technics SL-1200GR2 and SL-1210GR2 Debuts | Announcements
- A new Delta-Sigma-Drive and a highly reliable, coreless direct-drive motor for higher accuracy and improved electromagnetic conversion accuracy, ensuring every listening experience is seamless
- A Multi-Stage Silent Power Supply, which combines a low-noise, high-speed switching circuit for improved audio performance
- The carefully refined, but classic Technics design, which offers color coordination and matching components on all elements, for a sleek exterior
- The newly added, 3 mm die-cast aluminum cartridge spacers to ensure greater cartridge compatibility
Aurender A20 reference analog output network player Review $15,000 Review
September 23, 2023 Comments Off on Aurender A20 reference analog output network player Review $15,000 Review
At AXPONA 2023 I was able to finalize my plan for this review. Ari Margolis, Aurender America’s Director of Sales and Business Development, assisted me in selecting the A20. The A20 is an integrated streamer, server, DAC, and preamplifier in one chassis. Its design is based on the ideal of a high quality, complete digital source solution and is nearly the entire system sans amplifier and speakers. I struggled to decide whether I wished to have a CD ripping function as well and contacted Ari to switch the review to the A30, which is the same as the A20 but with a CD player/ripper. My logic was that I had a great deal of older and esoteric music that I thought would not be found on streaming services. At least it was not found when I first started streaming several years ago using Tidal’s upper tier service.
YG Acoustics Cairn $25,000 Review
September 22, 2023 Comments Off on YG Acoustics Cairn $25,000 Review
Raw tech just for tech’s sake isn’t worth diddly if it doesn’t work. The YG speakers succeed on every level and are one of the easiest to set up and integrate into a wide range of cables and components I’ve yet experienced. That’s worth a lot, especially to those entering the realm of high-end audio, as their capability for some of the fussiness that seasoned audiophiles take for granted hasn’t developed yet.
The YG Cairns offer an exceptional amount of performance for the most demanding music enthusiast, and so we are more than happy to award them an Exceptional Value Award for 2023. These speakers are the most thought-out product I’ve had the chance of using, ever.
PQ-303’s Linear Noise-Dissipation
September 22, 2023 Comments Off on PQ-303’s Linear Noise-Dissipation
The PQ-303’s Linear Noise-Dissipation comprises Differential-Mode filtering (30kHz–1GHz), which addresses asymmetrical noise already present on the utility line or backwashed via electronic appliances and components. The PQ-505 adds Common-Mode filtering (30kHz–100MHz) to address symmetrical noise, which is typically picked up by the AC Line, Neutral, and Ground leads. In the PQ-707, Noise Dissipation is taken even further with a wider-bandwidth (8kHz to 1GHz) Differential-Mode filter.
The PQ-707 also includes Transient Power Correction (TPC). In the PQ-707, TPC provides a current reservoir of up to 45 amps peak on-demand power for any amplifier (up to 25mS), supplying the low-impedance current the amp needs to produce thrilling dynamic contrasts, bass extension, and control.
I Toured THIS $800,000 HOME THEATER in Atlanta, Georgia
September 22, 2023 Comments Off on I Toured THIS $800,000 HOME THEATER in Atlanta, Georgia
New Pro-Ject Turntables at CEDIA 2023
September 22, 2023 Comments Off on New Pro-Ject Turntables at CEDIA 2023
Chord Electronics Ultima Pre 3 Preamplifier $8945 Review
September 21, 2023 Comments Off on Chord Electronics Ultima Pre 3 Preamplifier $8945 Review
On the Shostakovich piano concerto, the all-Chord combination delivered a beautifully rich piano tone that conveyed the power and gravitas of the magnificent concert grand. Again, the pianist’s technique of playing with light and shade was amply revealed. The whole performance was very moving, due to the system’s ability to resolve fine details. There was still a lack of sparkle on the highest notes compared to sitting on a piano stool at the keyboard of a Steinway, but that would be the case with any preamp / power amp pair; most likely, it’s due to limitations of the recording. Ornamental trills were superbly delineated, and the Chord setup ranged the accompanying orchestra across a large soundstage with impressive acuity.
FIIO K9 REVIEW
September 21, 2023 Comments Off on FIIO K9 REVIEW
Distinguishing the K9 from the K9 Pro ESS are several key elements: it features a slightly different PSU, employs dual 9068AS DAC chips as opposed to dual 9038PRO, includes a newer USB controller (XUF308 instead of XUF208), and lacks official MQA support. Moreover, the K9 is 40 grams lighter, has a similar but slightly modified aesthetic, and lacks a side USB-C OTG port. Priced about $350 USD cheaper than the K9 Pro ESS, the K9 stands as a compelling alternative. Initially, I expected it to launch at around $650, so discovering such a technically impressive all-in-one unit at $500 was a pleasant surprise. Once again, the FiiO team has outdone themselves.
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